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Newspaper
The Daily Mail
Location
Hagerstown, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Mar 18, 1913
Page
2
An OCR excerpt promotes how far money can buy furniture at a store, listing items like oak bedframes and gabinet sideboards with prices such as 79.75 and 45.00, urging customers to discuss and compare value.
Water consumers are warned that all water rents for private dwellings and stables within the corporate limits are due April 1, 1913 at the office, 16 West Washington St. Domestic consumption is billed on a flat rate based on property rental value. Nonpayment within ten days may lead to disconnection and added charges. Rates include monthly per 1,000 gallon charges and quarterly meter readings, with advance payment required for annual rate reduction. Water Co. of Sington.
Haery K Hoch a tinsmith of Wageratown died at home on High Street after Brights disease and a general breakdown. He was 68 years old and had suffered liver problems and a kidney trouble in his final days. Born in Newville Pa he moved between Toland and Hoadysville and later Tyanklin Street and Cavetown, building a large tinning business with his sons. He was a church organizer and longtime Sunday School secretary for over 80 years, a member of Western Enterprise Fire Company, the Independent Order of Mechanics, and a city official. He is survived by his wife, several children and grandchildren, with funeral planned at St. Daniels Evangelical Church. The Western Enterprise Fire Company and the Independent Order of Mechanics will attend. The obituary also notes the death of Mrs. J H Miller and several other family members.
An old advertisement touts Danderine at 25 cents claiming it cleanses the scalp, removes dust and oil, and leaves hair lustrous, wavy, and healthy. It promises to invigorate roots, thicken, and enhance shine with a single application, urging readers to buy Knowlton’s Baniliere at drug stores.
Road bridge and altar improvements noted. Turd Hirke served as baggage master at the station until retirement. Deceased Isaac Smith aged 68 died at Rovetersville from paralysis and other diseases after illness of a week. Born Wells vile lived Rangerville forty years. Reformed church member active in Harbaugh church creation. Survived by nine children. Funeral today.
Readable fragments show a hotel company board at Lane & Kedy naming chairs and officers for two years, with plans to repaper and rename areas, replace decor, and beautify grounds. A grounds contract and tree lighting are noted, with opening slated for Thursday, June 194. A Bankers’ Convention and Mountain Land Co meeting are referenced. Kahler is fined amid heated remarks about past conduct.
Opening announcements describe a week of events at Milginery with a focus on hats, patterns, and novelty items. The copy mentions promotional remarks, special offers, and implied discounts, inviting readers to visit OCEDAR MOMS and related vendors for bargains and free samples.
A large fodder stack burned at an Ed Wood Plowing farm near Maugeneaville causing over twenty thousand dollars in property loss. Fire spread from the barn to a house and shed. investigators doubt the exact origin and suspect arson. Neighbors and residents, including Mr Bloming, reported uncertainty as flames leapt and sparks damaged nearby structures. Police probe ongoing with possible suspects to be identified.
Misspelled ad copy lists EM MERT HARDWARE CO and several nurseries in Welto Mountain View, offering grinders, Giveot Aigae wall on Power Bila, Fountain Penna offers, and ornate fruit trees like PRAT CHERRY PLUM QUINCE. Includes scattered product mentions, stock notes, and promotional phrasing.
A Dayton event featured Mak Maylak Jr speaking on the National Cash Register Company's history and its civic work. He highlighted factory and club efforts to improve boys habits, industry, and community gardens. The program included a company director’s remarks and civic improvement photos. The talk praised the company’s contributions and a prize fund of $800 recently awarded to local youths.
An old advertisement touts Mustarole as quick relief for rheumatism and several ailments. It claims doctors and nurses recommend it, lists multiple conditions it purportedly treats, and notes order details, pricing, and postage for a home remedy mail offer.
A. Aries & Co announces a temporary showroom at Darwat Hotel room 17 for spring and summer custom tailoring. The Fidelity Storage and Transfer Co offers public transfer services with gate trucks and experienced staff, inviting orders by phone. The event and service dates and precise locations are indicated with uncertain OCR text.
An OCR fragment advertises spring and summer items including military clothing and fancy feathers. It mentions dates March 18 and 49 and an agent for a dye works with a Panama reference. Contact interests appear at 8 North Potomac St through CHAS. ROACH.
A Cary Maine woman recounts her struggle with severe pain backache and nervous exhaustion before taking Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound She reports relief including sleep appetite and energy and urges others with doubts to try the product The letter notes confidentiality and that replies come from Lydia E Pinkham Medicine Co Lynn Mass
Amid a grave mixup in Adetelaye and Middletown, mourners learned a body thought to be Garrat Meete of Middletown was not his. Officials verified via teeth and height, while other relatives urged caution as investigators traced the real decedent, with several parties aiding in locating a missing figure. Meete’s sister reported the misidentification and the search continues.
An OCRed hardware ad lists plows and spreaders from Browe and Deering brands, including Browe Coat Plows and Low Town Spreaders, plus mowers and horse rake attachments. It promotes repair services at Bammert Hardware located at 604 with emphasis on durable farm equipment.
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