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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Sep 14, 1901
Page
6
The nation reels as President McKinley dies after an attempted assassination. The piece reflects on Roosevelt’s succession implications, praises McKinley’s public service, and expresses deep sympathy for Mrs. McKinley while noting the nation’s ability to endure the disruption.
A portrait of Theodore Roosevelt tracing nine career phases from student politician in New York to mayor, civil service, navy secretary, governor, vice president, and approaching the presidency. The article highlights his energy, bold leadership, and the traits shaping his ascent, including military command and reform zeal.
Lovers of wholesome farce welcome William Maxwell Goodhue's Hello Bill, praised nationwide as a comedy classic. The production promises an entirely original plot with clean, lighthearted humor at the City Opera House next Monday night.
The article recalls Theodore Roosevelts rise to lead the Rough Riders, his resignation to join war, and the famed San Juan fight. It describes his New York birth, ancestral prominence, and family moves between New York and Washington. It notes Mrs Roosevelt, Oyster Bay summers, and her role in education and entertainment. It mentions Hello Bill and the theater's continued success with a strong troupe and sharp humor.
George Strawsberger was arrested last night charged with assault and battery on Samuel Titlow. Justice Smith set bail at 100 dollars for grand jury action. Strawsberger allegedly struck Titlow with a blackjack after being ejected from the City Opera House. Mary James was arrested for malicious destruction of property and released on her own recognizance after paying damages. The ad copy line follows.
In fragmentary minutes from Verrinens, a first politician says McMiler will be nominated and is clean as a whistle, while satire and quips about money worries romantic proposals and fainting suitors follow from Philadelphia Bulletin, Brooklyn Life, Washington Star, and Tit Bits. The dialogue mocks politics and courtship with playful lines about engagement, fear of wealth, and awkward attempts to propose.
Marriage of Harry Gilmore Benson of Frederick and Minnie H English of Germantown solemnized at the bride’s mother Mrs Lewis Metz home with immediate family present. Rev J D Rayfield officiated and Achsah Metz interpreted in sign language. They will reside in the city, where both were educated and taught. Invitations issued for Anna M Barger and Samuel Lester Mater wedding on September 17 at the bride’s home on Wenner’s Hill.
A playful snippet echoes Scottish dialect proverbs about patience and persuasion. It likens folk to a cat’s tail and describes the need for bait to fish, urging steady effort over force as a rule for social restraint and success.
The Male High School Belles Lettres met yesterday with E. O. Oram in the chair and P. Whipp recording. Officers elected include President L. Toms Vice President A. Wood Secretary H. O. Schrasder Assistant Secretary R. Toms Treasurer W. Fons Librarian D. T. Bowles and critic A. T. Hreh. The meeting adjourned to reconvene September 20.
Absalom Smith a well known Emmitaburg district figure died at his Bridgeport home last Sunday morning aged over 80. Gangrene caused the death. He was an auctioneer, farmer and drover whose services were in demand during sale season. Funeral services Tuesday were well attended and he was interred at Piney Creek.
The Herald Square Operas Company presents The Village Bride at the Opera House next Wednesday night. Enjoy wholesome comedy and famous music with reserved seats 50 and 75 cents, or 25 and 35 cents for general admission, on sale at Yeakle's.
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