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Newspaper
The Daily Mail
Location
Hagerstown, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Mar 09, 1909
Page
4
In the Agriculture report the mule averages higher value than the horse by 12 dollars. The mule, dubbed Huttin, is noted as a specialty, while Norse stock is preferred in some cases. Mules excel in faithful, independent service, while horses vary in usefulness to man. the piece extols a mule’s versatility across weather and tasks, contrasting it with horse labor and endurance.
The inaugural speech outlines anticipated policy directions and the president’s likely departure from predecessor methods. It suggests Tate will interpret past platforms through his own lens, promising consistency in style but notable policy differences from Taft and Roosevelt.
The writer critiques successor choices and the nation’s direction, arguing supporters expect prosperity from Roosevelt era policies while opponents fear decay. They question the viability of Taft or Bryan as solutions and warn of ongoing political struggle to restore the country’s economics.
Richmond March 8. Rich mond Light Infantry Chief suffers heavy losses from exposure during the inauguration day parade. Many young men from prominent families are affected. officers face criticism for allowing the exposure. Doctors fear pneumonia and other complications among the regiment.
An old ad boasting Allen's Foot Ease claims instant relief from corns bunions and corns and touts Taot-Base as a breakthrough. a notice also memorializes a theologian with biographical details and works. Also cited is a sales pitch for Pazo Ointment and Electric Bitters amid a violent misfortune and public health notices.
A Tas Drug and Soda Mac deal shocks the market as workers report changes in ownership and distribution. Local officials say the transaction affects supply chains and consumer prices, with details still emerging and a wait for regulatory approval.
The piece outlines a scramble among Maryland Republicans for patronage posts under President Taft. It predicts Loch Weis may lose his post as Commissioner of Immigration while Stone is likely to stay as Collector of the Port. Three candidates are named for Weis’s job and a contested internal revenue post faces opposition to reappointing Goldstovough.
A chaotic scene near the Capitol involved a Supreme Court judge and Mrs Harlan as dust and movement on a streetcar unsettled bystanders. The couple rode in a dignified manner while others reacted to the sudden disturbance and the perceived danger to the high court members.
Fragmentary report notes alleged concealment of enslaved people during a service at Parkside Presbyterian Church. Reference to authorities pursuing charges for concealed persons, with specifics on presence and alleged violations of law surrounding abduction and oppression.
Two new touring cars were purchased with a 2000 dollar appropriation by Congress for the presidential use. A green three vehicle set arrived in Washington near the Taft era, with one vessel for Mrs Taft and another for the President. Machines are under factory experts care and to be assigned to government chauffeurs later with a per week wage.
Voters in Hogoretown will elect councilmen and a ward chair for Wards 1 3 8 and 9 per the charter. The election opens March 22, 1909 at 6 o clock with voting for Ward 1 8 and 3 then continues May 6 at 6 o clock in the evening by order of Mayor W. L. Wammond.
Train timetable lists limited service paths to Washington Baltimore Philadelphia New York and Pittsburgh with daily and weekend variations. It notes departures from early morning to late afternoon, with stops at towns including Winchester Staunton Lexington Cumberland Chambersburg Frederick Hagerstown and intermediate points along main routes.
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