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Newspaper
The Daily Mail
Location
Hagerstown, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1901
Page
2
Ads from a torn page mention publications and items like Tas Sala and Banp-Zeidern, with scattered phrases about orders, taxation, and a “Calliv Novelty” item. Readable parts point to miscellaneous notices and product listings rather than a cohesive news story.
A jumble of nearly incoherent OCR text lists people, places, and events including names like Miss Grace Viris, Charles Lancaster, and Mrs Oily, plus items about festivals, marriages, deaths, injuries, a rail road company planned at Keyser, weather impacts in several counties, and various local notices with scattered dates and locations. The readable fragments hint at court cases, experiments, deliveries, fires, and social events across multiple towns, but specifics are fragmented and many details are unclear.
Weather bulletin notes showers tonight with a likely continuation into Sunday. Expect easterly to southeast winds and unsettled conditions across the region as a cool front interacts with moist air. Highs and lows not specified.
Readers asked to leave at the office any available copies of The Daily Mall from January 26 1900 and November 27 1900 and of The Weekly Aladla from April 18 1900. This appeal seeks help locating specific dated issues for archival purposes.
An electrical storm with unusual intensity swept the Letteraburg district on Friday afternoon. A bolt struck a home injuring 18 year old Miller and severely injuring a younger brother. The older boy was knocked down and his hat burned as he was thrown by the force. The storm toppled a roof and caused significant damage as families tended the injured while others believed the victim was dead.
A worker near Shippensburg was seriously injured when a bank caved in during widening tracks in the cuplay of Reading. The tank was cut down and workers were warned to stay away. A large body of clay shifted trapping Wolf, feared to have internal injuries.
A reader praises the Martinsburg mayor for refusing to sign ordinances that would surrender public utilities to private interests. The letter lauds his stance against schemes that could erode municipal property rights and warns neighboring towns of the impact.
Fragmentary notes describe a reptile event near Webster Mitte, with odd measurements and torches mentioned. The text is damaged and contains several unreadable words, making full interpretation difficult. Local context appears to reference a mountainous region and nearby county.
A damaged OCR segment describes fruits and vegetables with misread words. It mentions raspberries strawberries and totals for prices and quantities, but the text is heavily garbled and incomplete.
Fragmentary OCR reads like a transit or agency note with names and dated references but contains multiple garbled terms and missing context, rendering a coherent event or outcome from the piece. No clear individuals, organizations, places, or actions are established.
Readable text is fragmented with unclear names and dates. It hints at July events and invitations but lacks coherent details or identifiable persons, organizations, or locations to form a full summary.
A state census report shows discrepancies with federal tallies in Kent County as enumerators add names and corrections raise the total. Officials aim to close gaps while investigators examine conflicting district records and suspected miscounts. In a separate incident a boy named Stewart Ball, 11, died after a berry tree fall and a roadway crash left him seriously injured.
Exen arrested after being caught in a Conoco chase involving a turtle vehicle and a haul of two dollar items and small counterfeit goods. Authorities described the incident as a seized contraband operation and detained the suspect for further inquiry.
A canal landslide near Sideling Hill has been cleared. Delays previously caused by the slide have eased as the obstruction was removed and the channel restored to normal flow.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions doses and health effects but provides no clear event, names, or dates. It reads like a medical or tonic instruction with nonsensical phrasing and distorted product names, offering a generic claim of improving energy and sleep without specific facts.
Frederick News reports local debate over railroad changes in Brederiet comity with opponents claiming benefits for merchants while freight costs rise. Residents cite impacts on travel, trade, and regional ties as discussions unfold between Frederick and Valley communities.
Proposed Toynge and Dr W A Croft Wachington issue an invitation to a member of Haxerstaven Gre to accompany Limpeyt Marek on a far reaching voyage across multiple regions including Celtic, Mediterranean and Mediterranean coastlines. The text is garbled and uncertain about dates and destinations.
The first cakewalk of the season drew attendees including a large party from Punkstown. Six couples competed with Mamie Johnson and Lewis Webster Tada winning. Robinson's band provided music and a colored quartet performed several selections. Management plans new seats and a library. City Band from Tagerstown to play thrice weekly with future shows projected.
A taxed adjustment plans to fund fire department protection by raising a property insurance rate by twenty five cents. The move follows a push to use tighter water plugs and preventive measures to lower long term costs, though opinions vary on its effectiveness and impact on residents.
Report cites disputes over where Lincoln drafted the Gettysburg Address with claims from WT Cook and Nancy Winsting. Eyewitness says Cameron connections and hand notes on paper were discussed. Gen Cameron and McPherson figures referenced in retellings of the historic writing.
Readers describe a scene at Cuda Creek where battle flags and old war relics surface after recent storms. Cashed out items and memories show the lasting impact of past conflicts on local life.
Widespread harvest difficulties affect the Williamsport region as farmers struggle to secure enough labor for cutting. A mismanaged system and labor shortages hinder field work, delaying grain gathering and increasing reliance on a few workers.
The article fragment mentions a craft of Gea and a gathering at Zumbie station near Clamborsbn with reference to the Red Track and a railway context. It references launches and participants in a dated, period-specific setting with unclear names and places.
Fragmentary text references Eardine hex 2Xo and tomato cee, Warekan border terms, Chataienain Stoneh and Liver Lables, mentions improving apu Sette and Alestion regulation, a church Sark festival at Jawa, with garbled phrases and dates.
A garbled OCR snippet references music, mood and a nameless artist or brand. The text mentions a song and a wearable style, with unclear context or identifiable individuals or organizations.
A jumble of names and places lists residents and visitors from Chambersburg to Washington, with relatives in Pittsburgh and Harmondstown. Individuals such as Mrs Enna Boies, Miss Margaret Neill, Miss Hebecca Corbett, and Mrs Elmer Stoutter are noted as visiting relatives or hosting guests in towns including Waynesboro, Sharpsburg, Altoona, and Be Washinglar.
The article discusses candidates to replace Flory in Lehi with Harry Naille favored by some for his wartime role. Names like Wy Blair Medel and Fridinger are noted as possible replacements, with others mentioned as capable alternatives if chosen.
Reports describe General Grant recovering from severe wounds with limited speech and improving condition. He remains noncommittal, avoids discussing the affair, and has yet to answer questions. No details on trial or counsel selection are confirmed, and family visits are noted.
Four year old son of Charles and Elisabeth Dlarle died at home from diphtheria with six other diseases. He had been ill for five weeks. Funeral Sunday at the house at 10 o clock. Interment in Fahrney's church cemetery. Pallbearers named Hicks Dirta Brewer and others.
A dog named Wolf’s dog woke to a rattlesnake den and killed several by bite amid a rough encounter. The creature bit him but he recovered. Moments later the dog fed on a second strike and faced more danger as a crowd watched. The incident ended with multiple fatalities among the snakes and the dog surviving.
Mispellings and misreads mention a special train on the W M Jeavine for the McGormus reception at Mise Ridge Summit. Train stops listed include Cavelown, Smithsbierg and Holgemans where a large number of persons are expected to visit.
Incoherent OCR fragment mentions individuals and places with unclear roles. No verifiable event or outcome can be established from the readable words.
Fragments report arrival of Tun Lath and Mr and Mrs Sout daughter born yesterday near Gretnville. A death in the Shawlowne family prompts burial arrangements, grave left open for viewing, cemetery visit by relatives, and return early this morning.
Aged Ray sfearcy Jacob Down and Willan Bow are described as hale and hearty in Pinaalang District. They appear younger than their years and have withstood the trials of winter and the seasonal changes, enjoying good health and strong spirits.
An unclear fragment notes a gathering next week with mentions of Gitte and Uravaling Femadd Inise. References to hats, a location, and a unique activity appear, with scattered remarks about a run since 103 and a year tied to the Iishay phy AST games.
Fragmented OCR lists church activities at Shawls MB including morning and evening services, Sunday school and prayer times, midweek gatherings, and reformer chapel events. Mentions Rev. Treva and a proposed piano plan. notes preschool or baby-related activities and youth meetings.
The readable fragments describe a plan or instruction about health and welfare. It mentions a few names and a general aim to work toward public health, though many words are garbled. The context suggests a ceremonial or advisory tone with emphasis on collective well being.
A cloudy OCR wedding notice reports a ceremony at the bride's residence on Thursday evening, July 4 at 7 o'clock. The couple plans a working trip and then to Philadelphia to reside. The greeting notes a quiet celebration with family at home.
A rough record describes a meeting of a citizens committee held yesterday evening at a New York hotel. Attendees discussed duties of the committee to resist entertaining wheelpin activities and to promote orderly conduct during events.
A disjointed report describes the discovery of Ana Rebecca Magruder, about seventy, shot in the chest in Middletown near Potomac. Authorities say her husband or a man named Lewis Knott may be involved, and no confession has been obtained. The scene yielded a pistol and a shot fired near the wall. Police continue to investigate the homicide as Danville couriers relay the messy details to local readers.
The readable text sketches a chaotic collage of prices weather notes notes on crops and ships tickets to Beymouth a cholera remedy testimonial and local festival promotions including an ice cream festival at the Beynett building and a church society serving tea and cake tonight.
The piece laments lack of piano at home and its impact on life, noting that summer heightens music’s pull and that a piano purchase can bring deeper joy. An offer appears: ALM Ordway advertises tailored pianos and a $24 complete messsage from John B. Firey.
Through agent J C Bolsiger Gait through their agent to Kedoussan for 79 two lots on aplar street to Frank C Hiden our Sor Dencod one int mn Cailer xb to Gao W Harper for 0, purchasers identified as railroad men.
A flood of pattern promotions including Special No. 3 featuring 10,000 yards and 11 patterns, Special No. 1 with 300 pieces and varied drapery, and Special No. 2 offering 10,000 yards of 10 and 12 inch dimities. Listings announce new patterns, reduced price yardage, and stock appearances at Hoffmans with delayed restocks and similar notices.
Unclear telegram text reports that B and O officials have decided to maintain use of the Pat 1 tracks for Bow O. business, following an announcement from Philadelphia and a meeting in Martinstaeg Keninatown. The note cites a New York end origin for the decision and mentions BoER involvement.
The long heat spell nears its peak as records may fall with a scorcher named the year's hottest day. Forecasters noted temperatures climbing into the high range while residents seek shade and relief, hoping cooler weather arrives soon.
Fragmented 19th century notice mentions Wrandysemash and Te moving a har tender amid a techie explosion. Odd garbled references to Ola gavoline glove, NB. Palmer of Airdrawn Ta, and dubious claims of remedies by Bicklew's Arnion Salve. Festival at Ziay's Reformed Chapel teased.
Fragmentary report notes selling lines for garden plants and related items. Mentions potatoes peppers cucumbers and tomatoes alongside trees grape plants and assorted shrubs. References a drug store and a tailor shop in a local context with unclear names and places. The text is garbled but centers on affordable garden supplies and nearby merchants.
A poetic dialogue unfolds on a night ride toward Funtstown. A man and woman debate love and duty amid rain and fading hope. The scene blends symbolic imagery with a tense choice between passion and social constraint as unseen fortune intervenes.
Charges of cruelty to ten animals and weapons possession against Bert Grow were dismissed for lack of evidence. Denise Thompson was discharged after arrest for disturbing the peace. Isaac Newmak faced drunkenness charges. hearing set with $5.50 due.
Mrs. John Schleich and daughter Irevie visit Averitt Pay area while several locals travel to nearby counties. Names mentioned include Liz Powers, Gidenaherr, Miss Margaret Koepper, Katherine Shirk, and C Le Downs among others. Local plans note Mr. Aukeney’s near departure for McGunnellsville, Pa.
Fragmentary OCR text describes a setting near Mulberry street with an elderly figure, an oakge, and references to squirrels. Mentions a Prof. Clayoure and a voclopiat in charge, with unclear actions and dates.
The GV Railroad Company will sell excursion tickets on main line and branches for travel to all stations. The offer runs on a designated date with return options and nationwide rates. An estimated 19,090 tickets are expected to be purchased by Bali residents at a daily expenditure around $1,200.
An old advertisement promotes a Catarrh Cure claiming it cures catarrh by cleansing the blood and strengthening the body. It touts testimonials and lists ingredients and a proprietary formula. The piece notes the product is sold by various distributors with price references and mentions unrelated consumer product ads.
The article notes how a musician’s instrument gained and then lost favor as it traveled the country, impacting reputation and earnings. It highlights industry concerns and the evolving taste of audiences, with references to Antway's Mase Store and various local businesses like CALTAS NOVELTY CO and WAREM AMOS BAKERY.
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