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Newspaper
The Daily Mail
Location
Hagerstown, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Nov 07, 1901
Page
2
Advertisements note Kew Today and Local-Convinced by Testimony with lines on repairs and wash. Co Free Library and Academy of Busic appear alongside Rungs-Novelty Rug Co. Panic Sale led by Andrew Coffman, Asst. reflecting a small town commercial page.
A collection of short items: Gleanings on cattle sales by Gleanings, D B A Thomas & Co. selling thousands of cattle between July and November. local mishaps including J Charles Holland injured by a fall fireman, council deliberations on Prospect Street, and Baltimore convention notices. Gas price rises, election notes, and various local incidents from Martinsburg, Princeton, Clearspring, and surrounding towns. weather forecast and minor community anecdotes.
The latest returns indicate the west Legislature will include 17 Republicans and 29 Democrats in the Senate and House combined, with Democrats holding a majority on joint ballot. Republicans hold 9 Senators and 47 House members, while Comptroller Joshua W. Hering and Clerk J. Frank Parner are listed with narrow margins. Official returns may still alter results. constitutional amendments appear adopted amid a record of numerous rejected ballots. WE LOSE TAH, COUNTY.
The county backed the Republican ticket with majorities for comptroller and clerk of court of appeals, plus county commissioners and delegates. Estimated gains include 600 plus in the house races, with notable wins for Piper for surveyor and Angle for sheriff. Democratic hope in the state ballot stalled by internal splits and low turnout. The Baltimore press critiques long ballots and calls for ballot reform despite favorable results for Republicans.
Mrs. Upry Fatt Sale widow of Captain William H. Sale, Capon Springs proprietor, fell while descending a stair at her son in law Charles P. Nelson’s home in Winchester last week. She is reported much better with no serious results anticipated.
Deputy Sheriff whomas Barber is expected to be reappointed by Sheriff elect Angle though no definite decision exists. Barber is regarded as faithful and efficient, and well liked by the public. Angle is set to begin duties in November.
Report from Baltimore describes tapes marking intervals where candidate names appeared on the ballot. It was expected that laying the tapes would guide illiterate voters to vote correctly. The trial showed a simplified process with a plain voter accidentally marking a star while upside down, revealing how the tapes were concealed.
The éaat for the Frain lists participants from High Schunk Pavander Jimsan to Rev. Herbert Good man and Albert Cosis as business manager. Names include Paria, Deeeeny tsari, John C. Mower, Slippery Gibby, Harry Harrison, Jennie Burton, Nancy Ann Jimison, and Mrs Bessie Bliss among others.
A fragmented ad promotes “Magic Headache Powders” as the remedy for severe headaches and neuralgia. It claims the product relieves obstinate pains and promises satisfaction, noting it is prepared and sold by 7 3. F. Schindel, Druggist, at N. Potomac Street.
The piece recalls old election days with violent city scenes in Baltimore. Police clash with groups as arrests occur in the Central district. Brassy bands lead crowds to a park for a mock Grand Picnic guarded by armed troops, while rival groups raid stands and sway voters with payments and bribes.
The subscription drive at Winchester Memorial Hospital has reached 600 total. Directors Lewis Hyde and Congressman B Rouss of New York each contributed five thousand dollars.
An advertising claim urges readers to take Hood's Sirsa parila, asserting it has cured bone and gland diseases and various complaints. The notice touts past successes and urgesIndividuals to try the medicine to achieve similar relief.
At a Salem meeting held Wednesday evening at Col. Chas A Little’s office, directors were elected for the Maryland Oil and Gas Company. Named are E M Schindel, B F Bond, L J Ortick, John W Feldman, Martin Cesare, Frank Y Edliott, August Keimel, Wood Willson, T B Sinnh, Salem stockholders present. Attorney Little closed the land deal and nearly all of the $50,000 has been subscribed. operations will begin soon.
Will O Erb of Hockersville suffers a cascade of losses including wives, parents, siblings, and relatives. A fatal succession of deaths follows: his mother injured by a runaway horse, brothers-in-law, Charles Seyler, Edward Bodenborn, and Calvin Smith die suddenly. A store and residence fire compounds his misfortune as he contemplates rebuilding after enduring immense grief. Nearby farmer John Grove dies suddenly, blamed on heart disease.
The West End Land Improvement Company of Clarksburs is chartered with capital of about 20 acres of land purchased for building lots for market. Incorporators include R J Lowndes Jr of Cumberland.
Daniel C. Miner of Middletown area was attacked and beaten in front of the Hotel Gavel Tuesday night by three drunken youths. Three men were involved and arrests are expected as the case is investigated.
Mrs. George Covill of Baltimore visits her sister Mrs. Florence Wilson in Williamsport while Mrs. H P Miller travels to Harrisburg for a wedding and plans to visit her son in Philadelphia. Mr. and Mrs. Watson Meloy move from Williamsport to Washington. James Wagner of Greencastle, in Washington at the U S Printing Office, is visiting. Frederick W. Sykes opens a Free Library lecture course with Rev. B A Dell as guest. Mrs Geo Stevenson visits near Chewsville. Mrs. Harry Baker goes to New York and Philadelphia. Mrs Jack Rouesgner notified of Jernigon illness. Mrs. Emyron McGinley in Waynesboro.
Chief Justice Richard R Alvey leads DC Court of Appeals in reversing a lower court order granting Anna Bakersmith access to District records tied to sewer construction. The ruling remands. Bakersmith sought 5000 in damages for injuries from the project. The opinion also affirms damages against Washington Market Company for fish stand collapse in the market building, totaling 1000.
Mrs Laura Hays, wife of R M Buys, died at her Cincinnati home at 95 Potumaz Street of complications after long illness. She was organist at Trinity Lutheran for 20 years and served on the Sunday school board. Survived by husband, son Frank Merrill, parents, sister Mrs Elsworth Stonebraker, and brothers Albert and C E Heard. Funeral Saturday at 2 pm with services at the house by Rev E H Delk. burial in Rose Hill Cemetery. Pallbearers listed. The notice also covers Percy G McComas died in Washington after consumption aged about 47, with funeral plans and family connections noted.
James F. McFerren, Democratic candidate for high sheriff in Franklin County, secured election by a 147 vote majority amid a high turnout off year. The Chambershire wards supported Democrats as the fusion ticket swept the county. a celebratory invitation was sent to Cesare W. D. Wilson to attend the event.
Martinsburg woman Miss L A Payne is charged with buying stolen chickens and was treated by officers for the third time recently before being released. Reports say she conducts a daily poultry shipment operation, with each chicken claimed as stolen. Officers suspect an organized gang deposits poultry into her yard nightly, which she sells, though she claims ignorance of the inserters. Four owners’ poultry and turkeys are identified in the thefts.
Elizabeth Hoover widow of Aidenn Hoover died in Wolfsville on Tuesday aged 84. She leaves children Mrs Jaly H Maugens Iona G Hoover and others. A member of the U B church Wolfsville services Friday at 10 o clock with interment in the U B cemetery Wolfsville.
November weddings fill the week with multiple ceremonies from Mayetts to Waycross and Washington. Notables include Miss Irene McGraw and Gen W. Robrer, plus Miss Nina Faith Linard and Rev Wm. Stahl Baker. Dr. Frederick Sykes returns to lecture Shakespeare at the Free Library with stereopticon slides.
In Chambersburg the fifteenth anniversary of Rev G B Seiple and wife was celebrated Monday evening. They formerly resided there and Rev Seiple has served as pastor in the countryside.
The report notes W. EB. A. Hamilton, recently ill, is able to go out four. Supervisors’ canvass starts tonight with Nelson Harsh pushing Sapquel Striper in a decorated wheelbarrow through ShadyBower to deliver a speech. The election is set. court will convene next Monday.
A Poten Arkansas resident Mr E A Phipps touts Chanberixin's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy as a great medicine. He says it cured body aches and helped him speak clearly. The remedy is advertised as quick acting and well regarded by users, with Warebum's City Pharmacy and The Central Drug Co selling it.
A coal worker entered Florence Richardson's Waynesboro residence while her mother was home alone. The intruder spoke briefly then departed quietly after a brief weather chat. The house was secured after the incident, and no theft occurred. The event appears to be a probable attempt to rob the house.
Senator Elkins misses Parkersburg meeting to seal the Little Kanawa railroad transfer and will return Saturday with the handover expected by Monday. Reports note Goulds securing a link toward Hastiv the Vine Kanaway road via Marietta, a bridge rising in Ohio. East Bo vam to face Crescent of Waynesburgh Saturday. Inter team newly formed. Local health ad touts Dy. King's New Life Pills with 25 cents price and money back guarantee.
In a restrained reply ex-governor Frank Brown declined to comment on the nicotine issue, urging patience as smoke clears from the dispute. The statement came after a tense exchange and amid ongoing political debate.
A local shop Beck and Delemarien promotes Devoe’s floor paint claiming a five week wear with proper application. The inquiry asks for longevity and quality while the dealer asserts a two year wear under correct use.
Belleville druggist Abram Hare proclaims Electric Bitters the best selling remedy in three years, claiming it heals stomach and liver disorders, purifies blood, strengthens nerves, and revitalizes the rundown. Sold at Wareham’s City Pharmacy and The Central Drug Co for 30 cents.
Due to repairs, the Washing Rooms department will close on Saturday. Requests for work this week must be submitted by Friday morning. Troy Steam Laundry at 57 E Washington St urges prompt submissions. University Extension Course members are asked to use the side library entrance for lectures. Galen & Marx advertise wines and liquors at low prices.
A brisk market scene describes reduced vegetables and other goods with three permits sold. Bulky items listed at prices around a half a cent to a quarter, while Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets are advertised for biliousness constipation and headache. Sold at Wareham's Pharmacy and The Central Drug Co.
Misa Ella Snyder daughter of Teta Snyder Welsh Rup died in the Medino Chirurgical Hospital Tuesday night aged 30. Instructions describe treating a corn or bunion with warm water soaking pare down and Chamberlain's Pain Balm twice daily. A torn plaster is advised and the balm is claimed a general liniment for sprains bruises and rheumatism. Sold by Warn ham's City Pharmacy and The Central Drag Co.
Dr Sykes presents six lectures on Shakespeare as part of the University Extension series at the Washington County Free Library auditorium starting in November Tickets are on sale at Cook Bros ROM Hays & Bros and the library seeking a hearty reception for this renowned program Also advertised are Timothy seed car load and a used piano for sale at Ordway's with pricing references Reichard Schindel & Co offer piano and seed products locally.
At Wayne borough a lively local boxing bout was staged in the Washington House. Austler Joe Cave and Porter Geo Dats, both described as colored pugilists, fought three short rounds totaling one minute and fifteen seconds. Cave knocked Hatton out in the final moments after a brief exchange, while spectators halted further action when Hatton had shown the poorer form. Referee Burrer from Buffalo oversaw the match.
Mrs Clara Lewis from near Rohrersville arrived with the Sheriff to deny living with a colored man as a housekeeper. She traveled with three children Lulu eight John five Gertruded Nefeibers. Neighbors say she is a widow and unable to support the late ones. Justice Hoff sent the children to the Orphans Home. She said she rented the house from the colored man and boarded him for rent, leaving the house some time ago. The Mail had earlier published a story about the household.
At a Sunday rally in Union Chapel Corbett's Addition the debt of about 3280 was cleared without trouble. Rev A CO Kendrick preached and resolutions by Abram Corbett thanked Geo Crawford for chapel help. Anheuser-Busch Brewing Co bought land at Norfolk for 60,000 to expand bottling works and build a 300,000 ice plant. Cham berlain's stomach and Liver Tablets are sold by Wareham's City Pharmacy and The Central Drug Co.
In a fragmented report readers learn of a defeated Republican lead, with claims of reconciled divisions. The text hints at local newspapers backing the fight tribute and notes unclear details about candidates and weights. Sold by Beak and Nelenarter.
An old ad copy extols Lester Pianos as durable and high quality, claiming superior materials and testing. It touts elastic nightly action, attractive wall displays at Ordway's, and mentions Homer Williams Co. and G B Charlton in the Hamilton area. Also includes laundry and cough remedy promotions alongside local shop details.
The Adams County Telephone Company merges with Hanover Cumberland Valley Telegraph Cumberland County Southeran Telegraph and Dauphin Telephone to form the Cumberland Valley Telephone Company with BL Myers of Harrisburg elected president of the new enterprise.
Fragment from a 19th century notice recounts Elijah Wainwright dying of heart disease at a polling place in Nutters district Salisbury Maryland after attempting a vote for Dr Hering. The text segues into drug ads and local business notices including piano seller Ordway and the Mystic Life Renewer, with pharmacy locations at Wareham's City Pharmacy and The Central Drug Co.
Local retailers in Hagerstown advertise footwear priced at 83.50 a well as a range of James A Bavister’s goods and carpet selections. They promise coal savings with ash sifters and shovels, plus furniture fabrics and ready to wear hats. Various merchants tout stock, colors, and service for shoppers.
Public sale in Hagerstown Maryland on May 19 1907 from 1 to 6 p m. of a 155 acre farm in District No 1x along the Wooburo to Grimes station road, with timber orchard improved frame dwelling outbuildings and good fencing. One third down with balance in two annual installments. deed on receipt of full payment. Andrew Coffman agent I E Figher avot paraphrase
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