31 Jan 1913
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Newspaper
The Daily Mail
Location
Hagerstown, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 1913
Page
1
An advertisement touts Swift's Sure Specific as the best cure for persistent coughs and blood disorders. It claims rapid relief from coughing, chest pain, sore throat, and fever symptoms, with claims of restored strength and appetite. Readers are urged to buy a bottle for $1 and write The Swift Specific Co for advice.
The City Council discussed gas tariff revisions due March 1 1913 prompted by a memo from the Palette Service Commission and reviewed the Electric Light Plant's $5 000 balance and $37 000 credit. It ordered that the Public Service Commissioner determine included items and awaited the trolley company response to an injunction. An invitation from Enterprise Fire Company was accepted and steps were set to lower vehicle speeds for fire equipment. A map roller purchase for the city hall room and a telegraph pole issue on Anterdin Street were also addressed.
Death notices report Benton Barnhart tollgate keeper dies of consumption at 4 am aged about 60. Survived by wife and children, funeral at Lutheran church with interment in nearby cemetery. Also: Ezra Yingling, Civil War veteran, dies at Springfield Hospital aged 67. multiple Yingling relatives listed. Ruby Lesmonth, infant daughter of Emory and Catherine deCoy, dies at home in Tunkstown. funeral at Lutheran church. Fred S. Bikle funeral held. pallbearers named. George A. Summers funeral noted with pallbearers listed. Rev J M Hench learns of Geo W Hench death at 88 in Pa. Other short notes include Voltaire quotes, and assorted brief notices and anecdotes.
Reverend John A. Shockey, visiting the old home area in Frederick County, reports a successful revival with 152 converts. Hagerstown Lunch and Dining Room advertises offerings, and Willamaport Pike and nearby shops promote goods and moving services. Fidelity Storage & Transfer highlights its auto truck service as part of moving solutions.
Fragmentary reading describes Dr. Pate’s status and support from church members as he is slated to remain in pastoral duties. Mention of conference meetings, possible salary adjustments, and hospital care appears amid garbled notes about the Baltimore Conference and the St. Alma church.
In a recent game Haderstown Wing defeated New York Mabtraltion Works by seventeen to eight. The matchup featured rivalries with Ungerstown and others, while Kusler Hatfield Young Grifth Mobley led the New York Central squad. Postgame, officials Jariva Schuster and timekeeper Brdale Boyle supervised refreshments at Aughinbaugh's as plans for a future match were announced.
In a murky pool match at Murda Hool, Hurd and Guessford drew attention from fans as Manager Hirdlin agreed to a 200 to 260 point bet. The first game last night ended 200 for Hurd and 176 for Guessford, with more sessions planned Monday through Friday evenings to continue the contest.
Advert says Olive Tablets by Dr Edwards natural laxative for chronic constipation and torpid liver. Claims they soothe bowels without harsh chemical action, are easy for children, and form a nightly routine. Mentions 60 cents per box, by The Olive Tablet Co. Columbus, O.
Fragmentary notice states an auction of furniture conducted by OLY AUCTION Co. CG. & PB at 26 Franklin Street. Partial line references a phone number and names but details are unclear.
An eclectic 1933 advertisement fragment promotes Gem Food Choppers and wall paper samples from Hays & Bros and Howard Bros. It mentions Zeiglers and various suppliers, urging readers to order magazine subscriptions, leave orders, and visit local dining rooms, with stray prices and noisy product references scattered throughout.
A vintage advertisement touts Papek or Papepasin style tablets promising fast relief from stomach trouble and indigestion. It pitches the product as simple candy like pills that aid digestion, stating they improve appetite and comfort after meals. It also warns of a common habit among readers to mock such remedies while urging readers to try them for lasting relief.
At the Meetleg of the Historical Soviety yesterday afternoon, Darberger was reelected president for its enemiiie seat De. Reich ard added as vice president following the death of John P. Suit. Officers were installed and a prize essay on Life and Achievements of Thomas Keamerly read. schedule set for a banquet between Veluryiry J and February Lb.
A fragmentary notice highlights Grate Georges comedy She Fall to Love Wit osha and a Monday night engagement. The piece mentions Nancy Boyer and Marla Tampes along with other undefined acts and venues in New York.
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