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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Apr 08, 1891
Page
4
Weather notes and advertisements fill this brief page. The issue lists items for sale and rental listings including manure and a horse. Local business names such as C. E. Cline & Co and Frederick Business College appear alongside Green's German Syrup.
Mr. Charles Stitely returns home from Westminster after visiting friends here. Mrs. Joshus James and daughter Salhie end Washington visit and head home. Rev. Geo. W. Kiracofe returns from Stanton Va after funeral. Miss Virgie Specht visits Donbs to see Katie Waters. Mr. and Mrs. J. K Beaver of Pennsylvania visit Glade parsonage Walkers. William Railing joins W H McCaffrey dry goods store staff. Magistrate Turner visits friends in Baltimore. George Mulhern and Aldermen Eisenhauer and Brookey on a gunning trip near Ur bana. Charles E. Cassell, editor of Catoctin Clarion, spen t in the city on business. E. B. Nusz in Baltimore on business. Morris Lechlider of Hagerstown visits trend s vicinity. Estella Brandenburg of Wolfs ville visits sister Mrs. Isaac Grombige returns home. Grace Houck of Harmony Grove visits Bessie Duff in Baltimore and returns. Mrs Wu and children depart for Washington for a week. Gazelle Fox of Walkersville visits sister Mrs. Grombine. William Pickett of Carroll county takes a job at A E Cline & Co carpet house. Mrs C D and son visit Baltimore. Mrs Daniel Stonebraker and son of Washington return home with Master Fred McCardell. Missie Carty returns from visit to Mrs Thomas Williard at Jefferson.
Short notices report on Mr. Gittinger’s new premises on East Seventh, a North End livery loss of a horse to pneumonia, a new furnace for Siesers store-room, and a painted sign for Garrett and Pearre druggists on South Market. Other items note back building at West Pat- Tick street property, Mr. Nusz’s fishing catch, a Frostburg election water-board winner, sale of a Columbus Light Roadster Safety Bicycle, Frederick Riflemen drill, pension exam board actions, storefront repainting, drill association membership changes, Steiner Brothers planning a brick warehouse, and Mr. Neighbours relocating to Hainesburg Montgomery county.
The article argues the modern race horse matures faster, with early speed in three and four year olds. It contrasts past practice where two and three year olds rarely trained, noting better bred stock, early training, and humane methods yield quicker, stronger trotters. It stresses judged, intelligent training over harsh methods and praises advances in equipment and care. Gro. W. Sante.
A thief entered Dan iel Mainhart’s house near the city on Saturday night through the dining room window and stole a large ham and bread. Mainhart suspects a culprit amid several recent losses at his home. Also, someone raided Judge Daniel Castle on East All Saints street, taking a number of fine chickens last night.
A race will be held at the Rink on East Patrick Street tomorrow evening between roller skaters and bicyclists.
Governors proclamation observed by public and private schools across the city and county with Arbor Day programs. Pupils recited, sang and planted trees at several schools including West Fourth Street, East Church Street, Frederick College and North Market Street School. notes mention riflemen Arbor Day event at the Rink with a festival and juvenile exhibition for charity.
Church notes summarize multiple local services and events. Preaching at Pleasant Hill Chapel by Rev S B Hench this evening and tomorrow at 7 30. Young People's Guild sale in church basement tomorrow at 3 p m. Holy Communion at Mt Pleasant Reformed Church on April 12 at 10 a m celebrant Rev A Bhulenberger. Preparatory service Saturday 2 30 p m. Grace Church Baltimore pike holds 2 30 p m services and a missionary meeting at 7 30 p m. Rev Mr Blagden evangelist from Boston concludes his series at Trinity M E Church this week with 7 30 p m services. St Mark s P E Church Baltimore extends call to Rev Edward L Kemp of Trinity Church Massillon Ohio formerly rector of St Mark s. Kemp spent boyhood here. Reformed Missionary Society met last night with musical and literary program.
The hotel reported a large arrivals list including Grrr Horei-D G Gelz of York PA J Giltzan Mrs N DeLaughter Miss DeLaughter J T Clendenin C Patterson G W Rinehart G J Fairbanks Rhodes A W Hawks J L Wisthoff H Kebler V B Chrystal Balto G F Boucsein W Menger N Y J C Edwards P G McMahon Philo T F Sandy W P Hunter Williamsport PA Geo E Eddy Bridgeport Conn W E Butler Washington DC E A Evans Dayton and 29 more from the county Curus House E L Reynolds J D Carley Mrs A Reynolds Baltimore C J McCarty Columbis Pa T Van Kianner Philadelphia F J West New York B Hertzler Middletown a 10 from the county Gnnorr Bovsr s L Phillips W V5 from the county.
A special Board of Aldermen meeting convened at 9 o clock with all members present except Ebert. The goal was to act on draining water from cellars of several city residences. A resolution authorized the fire committee to consult fire companies about engines for pumping out water. Juniors plan to comply and others likely will as well.
John James faced a charge of assault on Henrietta Brooks, a colored woman. The case was heard by Judge Eckstein yesterday, James was released, and the charge was dismissed.
Mr. Calvin Kebler reported a good-sized cela caught last night in the waters of the Monocacy. The event marks an early-season fishing note for local anglers and highlights a notable catch by Kebler.
Ann C Brocier and her husband transfer multiple tracts to Chas Sunu for 1000 dollars. William D Scone and wife sell 3 acres to Frederick Hinz for 2462.50. Samer T Emery et al transfer a house and lot in Burkituyne for 750. John C Motter trustee sells parcels to Theodore Geesey for 1900. George T Banicis and wife sell Lot No 25 in Branswick for 125. Von W Wenner and wife to Robert Earle for property in Brenswick at 242. John J Jambon and wife to Charles Price 3 acres. John A Lutaugh and wife to John P Stpith land in Frederick county. Wer A Seth and wife to Jobo Q Lough real estate valued at 000. Solen Usumganiaer and wife to The Frederick Brick Works of Frederick county 18 acres 17 perches 31504.
The annual corporation election held Monday at Point of Hocke Wisconsin produced a full vote with two Democrats and two Republicans on each side. Judges made honest decisions on challenged ballots. The corporate ticket elected Burgess G Mereler BF ne & Co Sao 47 D e Rpts 8. The People ticket failed with Burgess Juba J Goon 5 Carter 26 Elljots 20 Stunkle 28.
He Captized Mr Thos Wolfe, clerking at George H Balling’s store, faced a water accident while removing items from a full cellar tub. The overturned tub dumped him into waist deep water but he escaped with only wet clothing.
Mr Simon D Routzsha of Middletown is improving bus property. Mr C W Haller is making improvements to the A E Parsonage on Church Street. The M J Grove Lime Company is erecting a cooper shop at its kilns near this city. Mr Benjamin Jones of Tramaville is erecting a pew dwelling house.
Letters testamentary issued for Michael Weiner deceased to Henry M Weiner executor. Letters of administration granted for Samuel Stitely deceased to John H Stitely administrator. First and final account of John T Harshoian guardian to Bareh Barshman settled.
An old coin was found near Churchville Virginia showing William Penn on one side and the date 1082. The opposite side bears a coat of arms. Similar coins were distributed by U S employees during the Penn Centennial on October 20 1893.
A New York special reports the French Government awarded a bronze medal to W. K. Jenne, superintendent at Remington Standard Typewriter Company in Ilion New York, honoring his inventions and improvements shown at the Paris Exhibition.
Property sales show Mr John Baner purchasing 2a of ground for a switching purpose near Be R Re to the Brick Works for 2800 dollars. Earlier, Mr John Ed Gittinger sold two houses on North Market Street to Mr John Banmgardner for 2000 pounds.
Easter holidays are noted with visits among Burkettshire and Damascus families. Ellen Anderson moved to Viz Brown in Fairfield. Duvall rented Sire and Adderson farms. Warren Price called to Clerkship in Damascus. Miss Hearie Price of Green Valley visits Miss Urner of Baltimore. Urner plans return to Tuckey West. Zac Trawhing at Washington DC spends Easter with parents near town. Miss Efe Layton returned to Baltimore.
A quiet wedding occurred at the P B K parsonage with James A Carlin son of Dr J. Carlin Stell Montgomery and Florence Algesine eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs William H Angevine West South street. Rev Osborne Inglein officiated in the presence of a few friends. The bride wore steel colored dress with plush trimmings and the groom wore a black suit. They left for Baltimore on the B & O train amid rice and well wishes. A reception for the groom’s parents will be held next week. Ella Mehrling will wed George Stahl in Washington next week. Dutrow Long: John L Dutrow of near Charlville and Miss Biary D Long of Liberty were married at the Lutheran parsonage.
Readers note a flood of farm wagons unloading household goods in the city as county and neighboring town residents move in. The News welcomes newcomers who find the city desirable for residence and growth, hoping their lives settle into the community’s prosperity.
A 1891 Washington letter from Bs Foster, director and organist of West Baptist Church, lauds Professor A W Hawks entertainments the Jarey Wax Works as a grand success. Foster notes strong ticket sales and predicts further success. Hawks scheduled at City Hall Friday night April 10, promising unprecedented laughter.
Misser Bessie Hoke Grace Gelwicks and Master Thaddeus Zimmerman of Emmitsburg have been granted certificates of scholarship. Their papers were diverted from some cause and not examined when those of the other contestants were.
Local ad notes Mullinix and Kemp opening a new line of scrims draperies and curtains from New York imports. It promotes low prices and inducements, mentions a high school entertainment at City Hall with Prof Hauke, and credits Steiner Drugstore. Also highlights carpets matting and wool goods at Melliniz Kemp.
United States government star route contracts have been awarded for two routes. Hirgeville to Mount Airy covers 1 mile each way twelve trips weekly at 59 dollars. Pleasant Walk to Myersville covers 2 miles round trip three times weekly at 38 dollars.
RL Bardesty, a local throat specialist, will be at C. Hovel on Thursday and Friday April 24 this week. Commissioner Babington Booth with Star Brass Band from New York will select arrangements for the Bank on Foosh Street. A public address titled Darkest America will be delivered at night. Tickets cost ten cents for individuals and fifteen cents for a couple.
The notice reports a curbside sale by the Younus People’s Guild of the Exme Retermed with doors opening in the afternoon and a special discount period. It claims a sharp rise in retail sales for Certet:in rollers, indicating strong consumer demand, attributed to E. Milling Co. workforce and ham trade efforts.
At 10 Baltimore messrs J C Motter and Snnok two delegates to the Institutional Convention being held in Baltimore today left yesterday. Messrs D H Hargell and D H Routzaha, two alternates, left this morning for the scene of action.
Arrangements require the large sliding doors at the head of the first landing of the City Opera House to remain open during all entertainments or public gatherings held in the building.
The board of county school commissioners will hold a two days session in their rooms at the Court House on April 234 to transact business pertaining to the public schools of this county.
John Welker of Pleasant charged with assault on Bradley Cramer and a Mr. Taylor and with carrying a concealed weapon. He appeared before the court yesterday and was released on bail in the amount of $800 for the action of the grand jury.
The Board of County Commissioners yesterday purchased stock in the new Adamstown Turnpike Company, signaling support for the road project and potential local infrastructure funding.
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