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Newspaper
The Daily Mail
Location
Hagerstown, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Sep 29, 1902
Page
2
A brief item notes a football game Saturday at 3 on Gady's lot between Unsborg and Hagerstown. The fragment hints at local readers and a satirical take on figures who cling to power in politics.
A fragmentary local item notes a theatrical company called Hand of Ice traveling via a special car, with scattered references to performers and a brief scene of activity in the area. Other snippets mention Cherry Ray, Albert Hoover at John Gassman's grocery, pension news, and market chatter.
Policeman Slick sat a dag in N Jonathan St Saturday night and Of ter Muttiger held the light. Wm Carter left for Pittsburg to work at his trade. Firemen meeting postponed to October 3. D S Katina in New York buying foods. Frank Hull and Finley Seibert caught 60 cels and 25 bass in one night.
Emil Zola, renowned French novelist, died in Paris this morning at an advanced age. He gained renown for his role in the Dreyfus affair, urging a rehearing that reshaped public debate.
Local adverts advertise Rye whiskey and assorted goods from Koonis Bros and Gaol Line with prices and items. A trespass notice and opening announcement appear alongside Schinvels Drug Store offerings for Bchindel's Liver Granules claimed to remedy biliousness liver issues and digestive disorders.
Mr Christian F Kennewer Democratic congressional nominee for the Sixth District travels through Frederick Alleghany and nearby counties, meeting Democratic county committeemen and business leaders. He plans to address voters, discuss campaign strategy, and meet central committee members in Hagerstown and Cumberland with expectations of carrying Alleghany.
Harold Collinridge, farmer from Winnipeg Manitoba, traveled to Pittsburgh to marry Effie Snyder after an arranged meeting and engagement in Hagerstown. Effie did not keep the Pittsburgh appointment, instead traveling to La Salle to wed Charles B. Howe, leaving Collinridge awaiting in Pittsburgh.
Professor A. Griffith of Smyrna, Delaware, elected principal of the Clayton public schools. Griffith is a son of Mr. Wm Griffith of this city.
An 8 ounce coating named Devoe's Gross Carriage Print is promoted as heavier, longer wearing, and longer lasting than rivals. Advertisers Samug Emmert and Beck & De. affirm its durability and fit compared to other paints, pricing around $1.00.
The article describes contention over Davie Smayt arrest actions by the State's attorney in a robbery case involving Aubert Creager and Clifton J. The investigation includes faulty warrants, alleged authorities, and conflicting statements as detectives pursue members of the gang tied to the tollgate robbery. It notes competing claims about who can convict Clifton and mentions ongoing efforts to locate the Witale gang.
Fragmentary notice mentions Democrat registration urged for tomorrow. Includes names L. D. Syester administrator and Milton Al Skinner. Describes land on Knott Island at the Potomac River mouth near Antietam, about 80 acres, with Zager selling for 1100 dollars.
Two young men claim they were doped and that Litane was framed after an arrest in Be Mile. He was taken home and regained consciousness by morning. Police may investigate allegations of foul play.
The President's doctors performed another incision on his wounded leg to allow pus to escape and treat the infection. The surgery aimed to relieve pressure and combat the infection as part of his ongoing care.
Dr Arenarusun reported that Mr Spangler came back to Wa Tuieon on Saturday after a three month absence and was suffering a bilious attack with severe cold. He remains unable to explain his wanderings, but doctors expect careful treatment will restore him to health.
Miss Kallensasman of 2 Franklin Street reported to officers Saturday night that two Indies gold watches two rings and a pair of gold frame spectacles were stolen from a boarding house on East Franklin Street. The room containing the belongings was occupied by a Satan eof from Friday morning until Saturday.
The new operating room at the Y M C A Hospital opened with Davie Cremer as the first patient on Saturday. He left the hospital today after the procedure. The room features modern equipment and is located at the corner of Walnut and Washington.
The ad claims Hood's Sarsaparilla cures loss of appetite and aids digestion, describing pills as effective and preferable to other tonics. It portrays gradual eating difficulties and weak digestion, suggesting the remedy restores vigor and normal appetite.
Prank Williams aged 50 was found dead Sunday night at his home No 5 N Pigs reel with clothing on and no signs of struggle. Inquest deemed death due to asthma induced by alcoholism. Henry W Lyday 78 died Saturday at home in Sealthaburg after paralysis stroke. He was a former merchant, county coroner, and sheriff candidate, survived by wife Miss Clary and many children. John Ripple an elderly Beleley County resident died Sunday at his son’s Walling Waters home.
Democrats face compulsory registration as orders at Cushwa & Sons are rejected. Two coal orders, 200 tons each from Grecheastie and Middletown, are refused, with coal reserved. names Mosse Olly and Edward Brewer noted at Cushway near Green Castle. McHenry Bros ship a carload of horace to Washington while a marriage license is issued to Win Ro Pishaech and Grace Harbanat of Wayneshore.
A historical ad style notice explains gastritis as stomach inflammation caused by irritants and fermentation. It promotes Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as a year round remedy for indigestion and related stomach troubles, with sales at local merchants and a coffee ad nearby. It mentions leather shipments arriving at Maryland Leather and Saddlery Co and related storefronts.
Opening notice for latest novelties in Mallinery with Trimmed Pattern Hats and styles for Tuesday and Wednesday September 20 and October. Saloons invite Indies to attend. Occasional whiskey special at Hunter Rye Whiskey priced $1 per bottle at Cato & Marx, 43-4 N. Jonah ft John 34.
A chaotic night near De Gaines Kinse ended with a volley of shots scattering across the yard. Neighboring families including Mrs Howard were injured, while Sherman Snyder aged 18 lost his thumb and part of a finger. Oscar Burger and another boy were hurt by accidental rifle discharges. Trove’s team bolted, leaving Trove with a cut lip and stitches from Dr Richardson after a mishap during a town outing.
Letter to Koontz Bros in Hagerstown Maryland discusses paint and pigments. It praises Devoe’s enduring finish with zinc additives and mentions three year wear while noting the painter Samuel Burnett sells the brand.
Advert says Ordway's Music Store offers the largest organ selection in the country with square planed models from top makes. Available at five pieces or so, with mention of Agnew brands and wholesale prices. Also promotes Maine next to Market House for furniture carpets and wholesale wagon and cartoplot items from Mali Furniture Co.
A Leesville Indiana man endures death's agony while his son rides 18 miles with family hoping for relief from consumption. The letter claims Dr King's New Discovery cures coughs and chest troubles, with instant relief and sound sleep, offered as a trial at Wareham's City Pharmacy and Central Drug Co, Grover's Summer Specialties.
A fragment describes a glossy ice cream product titled Perfectly Delloraun. It praises flavor notes like strawberry and uses phrases about pure fruit and a maple syrup finish, mentioning milker or milkery context in a brief, nontechnical style.
Now's the Time for piano shoppers to visit Ordway's Music Store with a wide line of instruments at all prices. The ad promises varied styles and perfect tuning, urging readers to compare options on the good side of Hagerstown tours.
At a City Motel gathering Union veterans and Confederates shared memories from Gettysburg and Sharpsburg. A haphazard reconciliation surfaced as a Confederate joked about home fronts while a Union man praised a past battlefield, ending with light banter and mutual smiles.
In Lacnat from Broadway, a bucking alrap caused a boy to fall and break his leg. Me. Waller eight, Young and Mr. Reynolds restrained the rider. Reynolds jumped and injured Young, then the leg snapped. He was carried home while Franklin and Dr. Ragan treated the fracture.
A fragmented alert from a historic advertisement warns that ointments containing mercury threaten health when absorbed through mucous surfaces. It emphasizes avoiding mercury products sold by various drug firms and promotes safer alternatives like Hall's Family Pills, noting internal toxicity risk and urging caution in Toledo and surrounding areas.
The Luster Piano Co of Delaware Pa is presented as a major piano producer with annual capacity of 2500 uprights. The firm is incorporated in Pennsylvania with Capital 290000, led by North as president and a team of long-time piano men considered highly reputable in Philadelphia.
Rev C J Thadiong of Ashaway AOL writes that Electric Bitters cured his long standing jaundice and liver troubles. He praises the medicine as a genuine all round cure and urges others to try it. Wareham's City Pharmacy and Central Drug Co guarantee satisfaction.
Announcement that Porter will relocate his cigar store and ticket broker office from the room now occupied by G H Sharlton at No 62 Washington to a new site. Also notes California peaches and apricots and frost damaged pineapples with two carloads arriving at Romacclatt on the Square.
An old ad touts Dr Agnew's Liver PHS pills at 10 cents a vial. It claims pills relieve slugginess, constipation, and irregular bowels, reducing ensuing physical disorders. Distributed by Wareham's City Pharmacy and Central Drug Co.
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