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Newspaper

The Daily Mail

Location

Hagerstown, Maryland, United States of America

Date

Jul 23, 1902

Page

5

Sarnhart-Stans Marital Notice in Franklin

Mrs Jennie G Ste D Barmart of Franklin married Tuesday at the Methodist church by Rev H F Downs The couple relocated for a personal outing and were joined by Mr and Mrs Ed Oswald Master Eni Oswald Jr and Enmyma Shade for a trip to Conococheague. details include remarks by Mr Oswald.

Sarnhart-Stans Jennie G. Ste D. Barmart Franklin Pout Warsonaga Foromac St H. F. Downs Ed. Oswald Eni. Oswald, Jr Enmyma Shade Conococheagua Oswald Wat 1 Isa

Infant Dies After Tuesday Incident

Brief obituary notice reports the death of an infant aged one month and references a death on Tuesday. No further details available.

Local Notices and Advertisements From the Era

A garbled page lists varied items such as sale notices, printing proposals, health ads, and a liver remedy. It mentions Washington County bonds redemption and a drug store at 106 N. Tomac St selling Schindels Improved Liver Granules.

Hartle & Welfinger Washington County C. F. Schenler

From Syria to Damascus lecture Sundays talk in church

H B Smith delivered his second travel lecture on the Holy Land at the Methodist church. He described visits from Syria through Beirut to Damascus, detailing Roman walls, the temple of Baal, the Phoenician city Baalhee, Mt. Hermon, and life in Damascus including mosques, minarets, and ancient gates.

BE. H. Smith Holy Land Williameper Syria Damascus Smith St. Beyrout St. George's Bay Sennecharib Cambries Rameses Lebanon Niles Baalhee City of the Sun Baal Jupiter Hermon Leason Christ John the Baptist Nauman Paul Bar Fattis Uy Sith Mohammed Ken

Sleepless Nights Linked to Stomach Trouble

Advertises Hood's Sarsaparilla as a remedy for sleeplessness caused by poor digestion and circulation. Claims it strengthens stomach, improves digestion, and promotes regular refreshing sleep after use, with numerous past successes.

Hood

McComas Agency Wins County Insurance Policies

At a Tuesday County Commissioners meeting the almshouse insurance, expiring that day, was renewed with the H A McComas agency. Policies total $20,500. S Newcomer Kelly urged assigning to him, but Commissioners Albert and Ernst voted for Kelly while three others favored McComas. Coverage runs to July 28, 1905.

H. A. McComas Kelly McComas Albert Ernst McComas Agency Hagerstown Bank Fred Baker Antietam Beaver Creek

Realty Sales Report From St James And Downsville Auctions

Realty sales note that J and Fisher auctioned a St James house and lot to Geo W Rowland for 295 dollars and a Downs ville house and lot to J H Snively for 208 dollars. Col Fisher privately sold 50 shares of First National Bank stock at 24 dollars per share.

J. &. Fisher T. A. Poffenberger St. James Geo. WS. Rowland C. D. Wagaama Downsville J. H. Snively Col. Fisher First National Bank

Simon P Schaffer Dies Suddenly at 67 in Martinsburg

Simon P. Schaffer died suddenly of heart trouble at Martinsburg aged 67 years and 3 days. He is survived by his widow and two sons Charles P of Cumberland and Richard E of Keadysville, and one brother C Edward Schaffer of near Braddock. Mrs Mary Black and Rocky Ringe are mentioned in relation to the notice.

Simon P. Schaffer Martinsburg Charles P Cumberland Richard E Keadysville C Edward Schaffer Near Braddock Mary Black Rocky Ringe

Beaver Creek Youth Falls From Hay Load Breaks Arm

Raymon Shank, son of W Shank of Beaver Creek, toppled from a hay load Tuesday afternoon and fractured his arm. Williamsport resident William Kimble, son of Charlies He Kimble, injured his right foot when a pitchfork prong pierced it during a mishap.

Raymon Shank W. Shank Beaver Creek William Kimble Charlies Kimble Williamsport

Will Move Back J and Neibert Exchange Mill Property

Will Move Back J and Neibert a resident of Waynesboro for a year has exchanged his Hagerstown residence for Isaac Emmiert mill property in Funkstown and will move his family there soon. He expects to operate the mill.

J. &. Neibert Waynesboro Hagerstown Isaac Emmiert Funkstown Mr. Neibert

James Marsh Sr. Holds Vigil as Father Grows Ill in Lebanon

James Marsh Sr. and his son James Marsh travel to Lebanon Pennsylvania after word arrives that his father is seriously ill. The report notes Myr. Marsh as the contractor who cut the YY railroad, and mentions the elder Marsh’s age.

James Marsh Lebanon Cone Marsh

Plans for trolley extension discussed with electric line firm

Neer Hewas expresses confidence in a pro town plan to extend the electric mailway with the C G & W from Greencastle toward the mountain. He hopes to meet C G & W representatives next week to press for a proper connection with the Hagers.

Trolly Neer Hewas Greencastle Moununtain

Fragmentary maritime tale yields broken shipboard woes

A clipped, confusing OCR snippet recounts a voyage across the Mediterranean with seasickness and religious imagery. Names like Julia McClave and Barber appear garbled, leaving a fragmentary account of a malady and a spiritual reference aboard a ship.

Translation of a Fractured Page Tex t by Sam' Fmimert

A fragmentary historical item copied from a page segment. The readable bits mention a sale by Sam' Fmimert and reference a person or entity named Werrs Laurer Ine with a somber tone. The garbled text hints at a publication or vendor note with no clear event date or location.

Sam’ Fmimert

Saves a Woman's Life With New Discovery Cure

Mrs Louis Cragg of Dorchester Massachusetts credits Dr King's New Discovery for Consumption with a complete cure of severe lung trouble and obstinate cough after years of misery. The ad claims the remedy cures coughs colds throat and lung trouble with a guarantee and trial bottles free. Also advertises a gas range for sale by Mail Office at Wareham's City Pharmacy and Central Drug Co.

Louis Cragg Dorchester Mass Wareham City Pharmacy Central Drug Co

Assault on Gen. Baughman in Atlantic City

Gen Victor Baughman of Frederick was reportedly involved in an assault case in Atlantic City last week. Ex Governor William M. Bunn of Philadelphia and a companion were treated at City Hospital. Baughman’s condition was serious briefly before recovery. The companion used an assumed name and the incident sparked rumors of a broader attack, though relatives in Frederick dispute the severity and identity of Baughman’s associate.

L. Victor Baughman Fred Atlantic City Nish Tande William M. Bunn Philadelphia Gen. Baughman City Bunn Goy Sunn Governor Bunn Windsor Wm. A. Bunn Frederick

Birthday Party for Miss Rachael Sheets at Cant’s home

Miss Rachael Sheets daughter of Cant and Mrs. George H. Sheets of Williamsport entertained many young friends for her fourth birthday yesterday evening. Refreshments were served. Attendees included Blanche Byron, Rachael Harsh, Arelia Taylor, Nellie McCardell, Masters Buckey In gels, Carrol Gayer, Richard, Ernest and Norman McCardell, and Robert Sheets.

Rachael Sheets Cant George H. Sheets Williamspart Blanche Byron Rachael Harsh Arelia Taylor Nellie McCardell Masters Buckey Ingels Carrol Gayer Richard Ernest Norman McCardell Robert Sheets

Ransom Reward in Antietam Drowning Case

Cli Fahrner of Funkstown has received nearly all the reward for the Antietam drowning death of a young boy named Snotterly and his companion. Only $27 and a claim by a relative remain unsettled as the matter of the reward is sorted.

Cli Fahrner Funkstown Snotterly Antietam Pahraer Rewari Wa

Local Cherokees horse accident injures two men

Bri, sir of Charles Baker, Chews Vilie, was kicked in the side by a colt and is thought internally injured. Dr. Umstadt gave medical aid. Benton Grove, Chewsvilie, was kicked by a horse while unharnessing and was wounded.

Bri Charles Baker Chews- Vilie Umstadt Benton Grove Chewsvilie

Not a Cure All Claims for Dr Caldwell Syrup Pepsin

Advertises Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as effective only for digestive tract diseases. Cites indigestion biliousness constipation and sick headache as treated. Sold in 50 cent and one dollar bottles by S F Schindel.

Ice Cream Freezers Offer From McKee Bros

Ice Cream Freezers advertised with a complete line available for setting. Call McKee Bros for a bargain on these appliances.

McKee Bros

Vacation Days Promotes Outdoor Fun and First Aid

Vacation time brings children outdoors with safe play emphasized. De Witt’s Witch Hazel Salve is touted for fast pain relief and wound care for cuts and scrapes. A testimonial from L. B. Johnson of Swift Texas praises its effectiveness for sores bruises and skin issues. Counterfeits warned and local stores Wareham’s City Pharmacy and Central Drug Co. listed.

Cpet de Witt DeWitt L. B. Johnson Swift Tex Wareham City Pharmacy Central Drug Co Central Dreg Co

Toils of Charles Hebb and nearby cases spill into court

Charles Hebb jailed after fighting with Thomas Shifler. Shifler fined $12.77 in costs. Hebb given two months in the House of Correction due to prior record. Other cases include John Obitts and Harvey Knodle charged with larceny for stealing chickens and goods. bail set at $200. Additional arrests for drunkenness, disorderly conduct, assault, and peddling without a license are noted with fines and brief outcomes.

Charles Hebb Constans Rowland Thomas Shifler Shifer Justice Hoffman Hebb House of Correction Shifler Joseph McNamara Justice Johnson Charles Derr Baroer Alexander John Obitts Harvey Knodle Williamsport Harry Red Virginia Mr. Reed Justice Hawken Poffenberger William P. Horn Baltimore Pen Mar Sherif Angle Justice Ferguson Smithsburg Horn Frank Rogers Justice Johnston John Gassaway Psid Mullen Clearspring

Social notices and visits around Waynesboro and area

A long list of residents and visitors is noted. Miss Mabelle Hashinger and Fred Mays travel from Rap to visit relatives in Waynesboro. Various guests, including Miss Iva Krupp, Miss Mae Geiser, and Miss Nell Speck, visit from Philadelphia, Smithsbury, and Warnesboro. Local pastors, theater guests, and family visitors are listed along with a medicine advert for Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin.

Mabelle Hashinger Rap Recher Fred Hagerstown Iva Krupp Philadelphia Mae Geiser Smithsbury Ars Ada C. Reichard Potomac St Clifford E. Mays Vernie V. Hayes Luray Caverns Rvin Wirtz Washington Square M. EH J. C. Harper M. L. Reedy Baltimore Keedy C. B. Carl Golden Red Cottage Buena Vista Station Nell Speck Foreman Trane Warnesboro Burnadetta Hanstine David Waynesboro Rev. C. Strasburg Harry Smith Locust St John HB. Powell Lawrence L. W. Lutz West Fairview Pa Missillie To Boonshero From Hagerstown Louisa Brown Pittsburg W. C. Newman Potomac Ave R. EL. Thornburg E. Washington St York John BE. Powell Seaton Magnolia W. V Flora Iidow Roby Elease Richardson St. D Cecil Street Winchester R. Guy Hitchen T. W. Simmons R. W. Righ Unser Elizabeth Sc.wol Watsontown Williampsort Ome Silvan B. Baush Richard Keedy Mont Alto St. Louis Ose Gray

Reward Offered for Information on Temperance Tent Break-In

A notice offers a $25 reward for information leading to the trial and conviction of the person or persons who broke into the Temperance Tent at Locust and Broadway on Saturday night. The notice is signed by Dr M W Tracy warning of thefts and urging prompt reporting.

Locust and Broadway M. VW. Tracy

Clearspring Waterworks Plan Nearing Realization

Clearspring nimble progress toward water works and acetylene plant. H G Fredericks and O H W Hunter surveyed Camp Spring area for a reservoir site two miles back from town. They propose limited street fire plugs to encourage water use, improve lighting, and beautify the town, believing the system would attract residents and visitors. They plan to return to finalize plans.

Clearspring H. G. Fredericks Millersburg Boonsboro O. H. W. Hunter Camp Spring Messrs Fredericks Hunter

City Engineer Secures Plant Contract for Woman's College

City Engineer Hewes traveled to Baltimore to present plans to the trustees of the Woman's College for an electrical and steam heating plant. He has secured the contract to install the plant at the institution.

Hewes Baltimore The Woman's College

Boats Held By Low Water On C. and O. Canal

Water shortage on the upper canal levels halts 50 to 60 loaded boats at Dam No 4 four miles downstream. No water over the dam and insufficient head to feed the canal. Rain needed to raise stream. Cargoes may be lightened. Boats bound for Williamsport and Georgetown.

C. & O. Canal Atc Dam No Williamsport Georgetown

Al Field for Mayor Seeks Democratic Nomination at Columbus

Al A Field a veteran minstrel show proprietor and actor enters the Democratic mayoral race at Columbus. O Head Chet Lee in Hamilton reports a new daughter in the household attributed to a dark cloud, while Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin is promoted as a cure for indigestion and constipation with bottles sold by S F Schindel.

Chet Lee The Hamilton

Gaining More and More Piano Styles At Ordway’s Store

An advertising item noting the Lester Piano gains in esteem among musicians and homes, with new styles from the manufacturer to view at Ordway’s Music Store. It promotes Bucklen’s Arnica Salve for various ailments, and lists local druggists and services, including watches and jewelry by C. B. Mowen, discounts on teeth work, and new summer shirt styles at Shafer Bros.

Lester Hris Ordway

Attempted wreck on No 9 near Gettysburg Junction

Information reached railroad officials that an attempt was made to wreck passenger train No 9 due in Hagerstown at 1 40 p m Monday. The act occurred at Gettysburg Junction when several Indian boys from Carlisle government training school wedged objects between rails. Crews observed the boys fleeing and four were arrested by a railroad detective and confessed. Superintendent Pratt vows prosecution.

Hagerstown Gettysburg Junction Carlisle Pratt

Pierce and Landstreet silence on traffic change

President Pierce and Vice-President Landstreet arrived in Baltimore for a WM directors meeting to discuss plans to extend the road to tidewater. Neither would comment on reports B&O diverting freight from WM to CV, part of a Pennsy attack on the Goulds, or on a Pennsylvania railroad fight involving Mr Gould.

Messrs Pierce Landstreet Baltimore Tidewater W. M C. V Pennsy Goulds Goulds . Mr. Piercee Pennsylvania Railroad Mr. Gould

Bound to Have Her Wedding Elopement in City

The marriage of Joseph W. Beard and Nellie Johnston of Front Royal occurred Monday night after her parents objected to the match. Beard sold his store and arranged the elopement, the couple meeting later and boarding a Norfolk and Western train to come here. Also visiting are Theodore W. Weisner and wife of Dayton Ohio visiting his mother in Waynesboro and relatives in the city. Weisner heads the Ohio terminal of the CH&D Railroad and is brother to Jos. Weisner of Ww. Franklin Street. Weisner is also brother to Messrs John and Henry Zentmiver.

Joseph W. Beard Nellie Johnston Front Royal Theodore W. Weisner Dayton Waynesboro Weisner Ohio Jos. Weisner Franklin St. Mes Messrs. John and Henry Zentmiver

Catarrh Cure hype and assorted ads from a 19th century paper

A jumble of medical patent remedy claims and local ads. Halls Catarrh Cure is promoted as a universal cure with a hundred dollar reward for failures. Also pitched are pianos, bottled goods, well drilling, watch repair, ice production, silk fishing line, a new grocery store, wagons, and Edison records. Multiple named businesses and locations appear, reflecting a classic mixed ad page.

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Seale Bill Witmer Cavetown Geo. Davis Willamsport A. F. Rethstein Ajonza Helferstag St. Matthews Chemical Fire Company J. O. Snyder Samuel E. Swarne Bicycle Works Daniel J. Sprecher Max Warsh G. W. Cressler Cressler James Keckler Near Ringgold J. J. Cornawell Hampshire County W. Va State Senate American Packers’ Association Delaware Maryland New Jersey Liam Trying Towson Manila Dever- Hagerstown Storage and Transfer Company Everett Burger Washington Parl Paulsgrove Admiral Shaffer Barneart Potomac Avenue Mount Alto Highfield Annie Stauhs Miss Smith Miss Smith Blair Moehi Yound Laurie Eagerstown HD. A. Kelly Bay Dilly W. H. Clarkson Rockaby C. P. Smith Richard FR BH. Simith Bellevue Hager Commanssioners Realty Sales Julia McClave Pert Barber Baughman Chambersburg Edgewood W. A. Lutz Millers Clearspring Waterworks Plang Silk Beck Delamerter C. Bulletin Teday Balimore Stemaca Praperiion H. R. Eaver C. BR. Mowen W. Franklin St Timothy Franklin St Cail Jackson & Shuford Shafer Bros Bredton C. V F.d. Cheney & CO Toledo,.c Hail C. E. Lout Wm. Dunn Artisian Best Prospection and Well Drilling Co H. A. Downin Potomac and Antietam St Dp.n. Souders Hagerstown Ice Co BR. W. Benchof aMatebeug Maufacturer Indsce B. Wash. St Kissey & Co Mulberry Eta Orda R. HB. Sharar Edison Records New Records Bester
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