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Newspaper
The Daily Mail
Location
Hagerstown, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Mar 15, 1902
Page
3
In a sharp editorial let in Ward No 2 Edward Munson and Ward No 4 urge voters to reject anti progress schemes. The piece argues the city faces a pivotal municipal vote tied to a future electric Valley line and warns of manipulative political tricks by opponents seeking control.
A report describes Clyde Fitch’s illness and a strange encounter with a man offering a brief vaudeville gag for a price of $1,000 in hundred-dollar bills. The episode is linked to Fitch’s recent breakdown, with locals noting the incident may have worsened his condition.
A largely attended patrons meeting was held Friday at Mangansville with principal W Minonebruker presiding. Addresses were delivered by Examiner Fockler Jus W Wolfinger and Mr Kriner.
The obituary notes Sarah Jones aged 28, colored, died this morning in Washington. She is survived by her parents. The funeral arrangements and burial details are not fully readable in the fragment.
A fragmentary notice describes the sale of Frank L Johnson's Olé Forge farm for 1650 dollars. Horses sold for 125 and 156 dollars. Mr Joseph Kale of Pittsburg IA in Iowa referenced. Dan Ryan released from New London ball team and will play with Bridgeport. Dav known locally from Grin a Cellar Daor Co. Pimples and other spring troubles claimed cured by Rood's Sarsaparilla.
In Cartagena Colombia a curfew bans Liberals from public streets from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. Those seen after 6 p.m. face imprisonment until order is restored. A war minister circular praises government gains and urges discipline amid ongoing clashes with insurgents, noting a 3,000 to 1,000 troop balance in reported engagements.
Madrid March 14 The premier Senor Bagasta notified the queen regent that the cabinet has resigned upon learning the revocable resignation of finance minister Senor Urzaiz. The queen asked Sagasta to form a Liberal ministry, but he declined. The cabinet, formed March 6 1901, included Suzasta as prime minister and Moret Weyler Veragna Villanueta and others. The crisis may last several days.
Advices from San Juan report the Venezuelan revolutionaries active with several engagements near Caurpano Gulrin and Pilar but no ports or cities captured. The revolutionary steamer Tolivar appeared off Campano, took a syumeh, and left without landing. Government gunboats Restaurador and Miranda arrived at Carmine to attack the Beaver. President Castro reportedly has full information on the rebel forces and the situation. Cape Town notes Cecil Riedes’ restless night and wavering strength.
A fight at the Harman stables on N Jonathan Street left Charles Carter colored with a broken arm. Walter Harman, hotel owner, faces a trial Monday at 9 for the incident. Disputed accounts place blame on both sides and a weapon was involved. Other items mention a basement blast near Dr Boose’s house and local business notices.
Wm Worth Bailey the blind violinist headlines a concert at the Academy of Music Monday night praised by leading violinists of America and Europe. He is supported by Elizabeth Northrop as prima donna and pianist Shonert. The event, alongside local notices, highlights in a busy page of Hagerstown news.
An old newspaper ad page promotes spring and summer suitings with prices and attentive service from Mr. Wm.K and Mr. C. & Hoffman. It also markets hats, shoe department updates, the Hess Shoe claim, and Edison Phonograph sales. Other items tout Foley's Honey and Tar cough remedy, DeWitt's Witch Hazel, Dr Waldwell's Syrup Pepsin, and Desne's Gloss Carriage Paint.
Announcement of a March eighteen lecture by Rev R A Boyle on Ireland at the Armory, followed by Irish songs and the program’s conclusion. Also notes Counterpane Day laundry service and a brief medical testimonial for One Minute Cough Cure. Local prices and market items from Gerstown and Wareham’s City Pharmacy listings are included.
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