21 Sep 1896
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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Sep 21, 1896
Page
1
The Frederick Gazette notes monolithic crime ware in New York and shifts to state events. It calls the 1900s election work vital, urging citizens to register and vote, praising broad cooperation for Frederick's development and a bright future.
A Frederick notice previews the upcoming State convention of the Women's Christian Temperance Union. Delegates from Maryland counties, led by Miss Frances E. Wlath, Miss Slack, and Mrs. Francis J. Barnes, are welcomed to Frederick to discuss temperance reform and women’s rights. The article praises the WCTU’s leadership and calls for civic advancement of women.
Local commentary argues for free speech as a timeless right, while critics urge varied formats to prevent monotony in debate. The fragment hints at ongoing contention over how opinions should be expressed and challenged in public discourse.
In a reflection on national mood, the article notes forty days remain of speeches and public discourse. It mentions the Populist candidate for vice president as a significant factor among political associates, shaping cases and public opinion.
A PLELIC OPINION from Our Learned Exchanges retells Gladstone’s collar story. It notes large sums in various states and then explains how a seamstress’s upside down collars became a signature look, adopted by Gladstone after an apprentice’s mistake.
Diligent reporter covers the Bliver Tournament and picnic held in Manor woods on Friday evening, with speeches praised and attendees attentive. Frederick county Republicans praised Captain McDonald’s nomination. D. D. Dick of Allegany County delivered a keynote at Rockville, earning broad approval. Local sympathies are shown for Harry Bedbroth and ongoing defense of Frederick rights. A delegation including Richmond and Snyder is noted as credit to the county. The Bentstown Bard contributes a poem on autumn. Prisoners recently sent to the penitentiary are moved, leaving a lonely scene. A Free Silver club forms at Doub’s with ~75 members, hopeful for future growth. Efforts to obtain road access to fair grounds continue. Manor woods event disruption by a rain shower is noted. Vinson Fingling reports.
The fragmentary poem reflects love as a seasonal visitor, with summer joy and winter longing. It juxtaposes warm, inviting imagery in May and June with a ghostly, bleak winter scene. The speaker questions whether love’s knock is real or a ghostly presence, as gates and gardens become thresholds between warmth and cold.
Large turnout expected for the Woman's Christian Temperance Union gathering with about 200 delegates visiting the city. Delegates will attend meetings at Latheran Chapel and City Ball with Mayor Yeakle and Miss Bartgis among speakers. entertainments include Arion Quintette and a 50-voice chorus led by Prof. Gov. Ed. Smith. decorations by Mrs. Ott and Mr. McDaniel. reception and conversion comment planned.
A large barn on the farm of Mr. Rob sti B. Suusr in Paceiaville, Tall County, was struck by lightning Saturday evening, severely damaged the roof, and part of a wheat crop was harmed. The barn and crops were insured with Royal Insurance Company, represented by Ernest Aeltenwaln, with prompt loss adjustment planned.
Emmitteburg resident Inbn H. Satelds faced a grand jury indictment under the new wife desertion law. Attorney E. L. Bowe argued the demurrer, which the court sustained, halting the case at this stage.
Col Thomas B. Maseb, chief clerk of the postoffice free delivery system, visits Chavestown West Virginia as Congress allocates 49000 dollars to test rural mail delivery. Charles town bears $600 of costs with carriers bonded at 1000 dollars, routes cover Casrisstown to Bearcett ville within four miles of the town.
Registration officers announce morrow and Wednesday as registration days to qualify voters for the county election. The Frederick district held a one day sitting where about one ton of voters registered under Rich, red blood, the foundation of good health. Hood's Sarsaparilla is promoted in the text.
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