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Newspaper
The Daily Mail
Location
Hagerstown, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jul 21, 1902
Page
2
Poetic reminiscence about longing and dreamers in a rural setting. Evokes winds, meadows, daisies, pines, and birds as the speaker cherishes dreams and seeks a brighter way. Reflects restless soul and enduring wish to reach a shining valley beyond nightly shadows.
Rev B B Smith postpones second lecture on Holy Land travels in Williamsport Methodist Church tomorrow evening. Local notes include bridge talk urging county to build across Potomac. Dr James Z Leiter moved office to 15814 W Washington St. Jeweler Needy adds optical department. Capt J C Byron remodels his Williamsport home. Attendees at Braddesk Heights include Geo Alfred Townsend, a newspaper correspondent and novelist, and Prof Swisher of Colan University Washington. Kefauver explores band carnival in Hagerstown on August 14. negotiating with Wayne Bard Smith of Westminster. A museum note: Smith killed by soda water tank explosion. Theodore Lowe, Norfolk division superintendent of N&W, is critically ill at Roanoke Hospital. Miscellaneous gibes on economy and life in general. A Co. train stalled at Bevington. Missed start after backing up. Greene Council to address offal throwing in town. John Hardy and Geares Derr of Gaithers in town Sunday. Mare dies: a $200 mare named Jennie. Excursion: B&O from Baltimore Washington Frederick brought 495 people. Mr and Mrs Chambers McK Craig invite a card party Wednesday evening. July for treatment: William Schueler leaves for New York for locomotor ataxia. The Revesitory hints at a future paving drive after frosty lime is hunted in Chambersburg.
Frank Orr of Chambersburg and C. W. Man Jey of the Cincinnati Carnival Co. announce a deal to furnish attractions for the carnival scheduled to run from August 23 through August 28 in Chambersburg.
A group of young people from Williamsport plans a two week camping trip at Pen Mar. A cottage is rented and Mrs. A M Troxel will supervise the party during the outing. The notice also lists several local advertisements and a drugstore product description for Schindel's Liver Granules sold at 106 N Potomac St.
The Trolley Company plans new shops beyond rail work including an erecting and repair building two stories high 150 by 450 feet a paint shop 75 by 20 feet and a large freight house 80 by 80 feet on Summit Avenue. A Boulevard link will connect to the transfer shed for quick freight moves on the H B line and other routes. Construction on foundations proceeds with poles and tracks being prepared for August deliveries.
County commissioners abandon a brick pest house plan and propose a temporary frame structure for contagious diseases citing concealment risks in brick design. Frame building would cost about 25 dollars and could be burned after use. Lost Mountain incident reports a frightened Gettysburg woman named Rima Knight wandering a mountain near Monterey, surviving a night of exposure before rescue.
An eastbound freight collision near Vanclesville killed eighty sheep when two trains passed on a grade. The air coupling parted, brakes failed, and most animals suffocated or perished in the cars. A helper engine was involved as the incident triggered the crash and loss of stock.
Steam heating installation underway at Hotel Tramilton with boilers, valves, and other appliances arriving. Moser & Co., contractors, will position and set the equipment to complete the system.
The Crowall House at Grenessile was sold to James Si the prs landlord for 10 600. Proceeds of a festival held at St James by the Ladies Aid Society were donated to Rad Bifty Aquinas two. A note promotes Hood's Sarsaparilla as a tonic to refresh blood and ease fatigue. Jobbing prices list sardines and salmon and White Rock Mineral Water offered at 1 50 per dozen.
Multiple death notices from Hancock and Martinsburg list Elizabeth Reynolds 76 cancer at Enos Reynolds home in Boonsboro, Ellen Resley at 70, James Abner Ruby 46, Anna Miller 49, and a four month old Richard Tinder death from cholera infantum. Services set at local churches with relatives named. interments at Boonsboro and Hancock cemeteries.
EL B Diehl and Seth Lemaster contracted with Schaff Electric Co to install a plant that will supply Mercersburg and Lemaster with electric light. The facility will be built at Bridgeport, serving both towns and village.
W H Prosser, injured when struck by a tea in a runaway near Princess Anne, has returned home. He sustained bruises a severe throw down and a narrow escape with no other injuries reported.
Old hay remains scarce with top quality stock held at 19 dollars per ton in the Philadelphia market, marking a 45 dollar rise over just two weeks.
James Daywalt found a copperhead near his roadside coop and killed it after it swallowed a young chicken. He cut the snake open and recovered the chick from its stomach.
Frederick Sprecher and Huyetts reported a productive day catching nine bass and numerous eels in the Coneo age while George Swope from Conecocheagu also reeled in several bass including a few large specimens.
President Richmond of the State Dar Association appointed A. C. Surite to legal biography duties and Alex Armstrong to educational affairs, outlining new roles within the committee.
A mid century sales blurb touts Devoe Lead and Zinc as longer lasting with fewer gallons required to paint a building, claiming double wear versus lead and oil mixes. Limited to Sam Emmet as the seller.
The fragment lists Bucklen's Arnica Salve claims, Wareham's City Pharmacy, Central Drug Co, Mowen watchmaker, Central House on the Public Square, Dawnin's feed store, Betta Cell monument sales, and Shafer Bros summer shirt and neckwear arrivals. It reflects a late 19th or early 20th century town commerce vibe with multiple merchants promoting salves, housing, feed, monuments, and apparel.
The notice reports Miss Ethel Beaumont marrying Mr. Edmund Monroe of Edinburg Scotland in London on July 20 1901 at the Chapel of the Immaculate Conception. Beaumont daughter of Mrs R J Haim of Hagerstown, once connected to Admiral Beaumont US Navy, will reside in London with Mr Monroe. They are currently at Osborne House Brighton. The piece also notes an engagement of Miss Elizabeth McLanahan to Mr B Donald McPherson of Gettysburg, with the wedding planned in the fall.
J G Schaif Electro Co completes installation of a new 0 kw alternating current dynamo for John Hosfield at Middle Spring Pennsylvania. The generator will power commercial lighting in Shippensburg and support the water works project.
A crossing accident at Harmony Grove on the WN C railroad involved Mrs Bussard and Mrs Wilders from Catoctin Furnace. They were struck by an approaching passenger train while attempting to cross and were thrown out and badly injured.
Miss Fannie Myers awoke to a burglar entering her room in Martinsburg as the late Sheriff Li Gerling's home was targeted for the third time. She screamed, leaped from bed, and the intruder fled after the startled escape. Louis Gerling was locked in during the ordeal.
Kershner will give his second lecture Tuesday evening at 8 o'clock in Kee Mar auditorium. The topic is Christopher Marlowe the founder of the ish Drama and his hero Lambustaine the Greek High Corn. A Baltimore Street resident reports a corn stalk 11 feet 5 inches tall with 2 ears per stalk. Henrys Martin appeared before Justice Hoffmann for assault on Ella Johr and was discharged. Garris attorney listed.
A motor vehicle incident near Washington involving multiple individuals ends in the death of a person identified as a vahinbie fex and injuries to others. Authorities report the event occurred in the vicinity of a Washington street, with several named individuals including Geo. Brewer and others listed in the brief notice. Further details were not provided in the readable text.
Over 149 persons dined Sunday at the Mar Hotel. More than ten war boarders are listed. McKenzie from the Congressional Library in Washington is at Hanzilton enjoying part of his vacation.
A brief product notice states the syrup pepsin only treats digestive troubles such as indigestion biliousness constipation and sick headache. It notes bottles priced 50 cents and one dollar sold by FL Schindel.
John D. Barnhart of State Line and Jeanie Stine of Waste obtained a marriage license. The notice also touts a complete line of ice cream freezers for sale by McKee Bri Ta bargain. Vacation days and outdoor life are praised with healthful sentiment and a plug for De Witts Witch Hazel Salve with testimonials from L B Johnson of Swift Tex and warnings about counterfeits from Wareham’s City Pharmacy and Central Drug Co.
Dr Tracey authorities offer a 25 reward for information leading to arrest and conviction of those who cut eight guy ropes at his temperance tent on Saturday night. A near disaster was avoided as the tent did not fall. two sleeping workers escaped injury. Police await tips as investigations proceed. Judge Stake handles divorce actions in Waters vs Waters and Brown vs Brown in related court notes.
Philadelphia resident Miss Louise Lehman visits Mrs. Purvis Taylor in Potomac Avenue. Several society members travel to Winchester Virginia Atlantic City and Mercersburg. Notables include Miss Kate Schnebly, Miss Matt Vorhees, Miss Edith Stevens, and Mrs. E. E. Ayres visiting various hosts. Local residents return from travels in Pittsburgh Richmond Washington Martinsburg and Waynesboro with updates on malaria and health. Community figures attend Mennonite church service near Chambersburg and share leisure trips among Washington and Hagerstown.
The Democrats of the Wirth district will nominate Harris Camalier again for Congress. The Siegle manufacturers of Pennsylvania Ohio and West Virginia have formed a trust under a Delaware charter, with one exception.
An old newspaper fragment promotes Syrup Pepsia as a remedy for sick headaches heart palpitation heartburn sour stomach indigestion and related stomach and liver troubles. It lists prices 50 cents and 1 dollar and mentions Schindel's as the source.
A $25 reward is offered for information leading to the trial and conviction of the person or persons who cut the tent room of the Temperance Tent at Locust and Broadway Saturday night. Dr. M. Tracy signs the notice.
Maryland Leather and Saddlery Co offers Flylene for cattle at ten dollars per quart. One quart protects a cow for fourteen weeks and increases milk production by twenty percent. Ad appears in Washington street listings under business notices.
A local shop advertises used organs at bargain prices with mentions of recent strong values on slightly used instruments. The notice highlights good deals and value in the current stock.
In a grand jury room session Jutge Stake heard Charles W. Alexander, ex police lieutenant, challenge the Street Commissioners. Counsel argued Alexander’s absence due to drinking, duty status, and legal validity of the action. The lower court heard Cushwa versus Lookabaugh over a $417 horse and buggy bill, with decision reserved. similarly, Hoi Gee Looks bears on beer costs, suit at $8, decision withheld.
W M Landstreet, VP, after New York conference with President Pierce, returns to Baltimore. He avoids detail on future company plans but suggests Gwynns Falls franchise may extend rail to tidewater for heavy freight. He notes limited public discussion amid disputes between George Gould and the Pennsylvania Railroad, with most reports coming from Philadelphia.
A possible wreck attempt on the Blue Mountain express has emerged. An object placed on a rail near a creek bridge at Patapsco caused the engine to slow and derail front tracks, with a spike found on the rail. B H Griswold of W M M notes no deliberate delay and cites potential danger. The piece includes unrelated snake story chatter and local anecdotes.
An ad suggests sick headaches arise from constipation and indigestion and that Dr Caldwell’s Syrup Pepsin can cure these causes. The notice promotes bottles priced at 1 and 5 dollars and claims removal of illness.
The Lester Piano strengthens its standing in the music world as manufacturers unveil exact new styles. They are on display at Ordway's Hardware Store for public viewing and examination, inviting musicians and households to compare and evaluate.
A dramatic testimonial asserts Dr King s New Discovery for consumption cured a severe lung problem after other remedies failed. Wareham s City Pharmacy and Central Drug Co offer the cure at 30 cents or 1 00, with trial bottles free.
The Baltimore and Ohio Railroad offers a special Sunday train on July 27 leaving Hagerstown at 7:00 AM. Fares are 75 cents to Frederick, 1.00 to Washington, and 1.25 to Baltimore, with ample time to visit each city.
The street sprinkling business of A. G. Botts began in the city with a Studebraker machine of 700 gallons. It arrived by the B and O with two Clarkson Bros. horses. Sprinkling started at the Square and covered nearby streets. Botts plans universal use if supported. he already has over 1,000 subscribers including merchants and citizens. The system aims to bring summer comfort and may expand with a larger machine.
John Harris a Civil War veteran died in Shepherdstown at age 75 while drawing a pension. He had previously obtained $1,200 in back pay from the government but later fell on hard times as his trusted allies allegedly misused his money.
A charter was issued to the Tigarts River Mercantile Company of Mill Creek West Virginia for buying and selling real estate. The capital stock five thousand dollars is subscribed and paid in. The incorporators are Edward Mealey Hagerstown John G Rosse Belair J A G Allien Mill Creek John T Davis Elkins son of ex Senator Henry G Davis. Soldiers returning from Pennsylvania camp march through Maryland to Washington. Laurel town organizes a volunteer fire department. Rev J A Sweinhart Manitowoc Wis had grave dug and tombstone prepared fearing death this month. Floods on upper Mississippi river cause damage of six million eight thousand dollars over about seven hundred eight square miles. Two frightened by firecrackers at Blue Mountain House July the horse of Harvey Winder ran away and died of injuries days ago.
An illegible advertisement fragment touts Hull's Catarrh Cure as a remedy for the dreaded disease catarrh. It claims a cure strengthens constitution and sells through a listed Druggist network. The text is incomplete but mentions Cheney and a promise of a money reward.
All Good. It will be hard to find a more complete line of the best pianos than at Ordway's Music Store. Every piece on their floor is a standard well known make tested by years of usage and service and they are the best for the money. Each piano carries a liberal guarantee and they offer easy terms. Send to C. BE. Lent successor to Wm. Dunn for bottled goods for family use. Recommended by leading physicians. Send in your order W. Franklin St.
The Land Improvement Co offers limited lots on a wide boulevard with trolley tracks from B O R R to Poplar Street. Boulevard is 90 feet wide with 20 foot building lines, creating 130 feet between houses. 160 day sale at set price, unsold lots withdrawn. investment opportunity. information from No 1 Measegy Row office. J C Bolinger agent.
D N- Souders offers cleaning and repair of watches and clocks promising correct time and lower prices than competitors. Hagerstown Ice Co. markets distilled water ice from mountain water. R. W. Benehof lists 1000 year Natehaue Silk Fishing Line direct from manufacturer. Also big stock of tickle at 19 E. Wash St.
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