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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Apr 16, 1891
Page
4
The Daily News notes a Frederick weather record dated April 15, 183L and outlines plans for an Illustrated Trade Edition to promote Frederick’s business climate. It promotes attracting manufacturers, highlights local advertisements, and urges business leaders to support the venture as the city seeks prosperity.
William Hammond formerly of this city now in Baltimore visits friends here. Jacob Rosenstock left yesterday for a southern short trip. Frank Getzencanner and sister of Kearneysville West Virginia visit friends in this city and county. Bernard Blurray proprietor of the St James Hotel Petersborg Va visits Mr J A Tyson on West Patrick Street. C L Hartsock is confined to the house with sickness.
Church notes report the Mission Band of the Lutheran church meeting at 7 30 tonight and a Sunday sermon by Rev F Slater of Harlan Indiana at Trinity Lutheran Knoxville at 2 30. United Brethren officials plan a congregational meeting Tuesday to consider church repairs. A church fundraiser in the Reformed Church basement runs one week with proceeds for church improvements. Pleasant Hill Union Chapel holds services Sunday at 2 30 and 7 30 led by Rev Dr Diehl and Dr Getzendsaner with the sermon Is the Sleep of Death a State of Rest. large attendance urged.
Messrs Steiner Brothers began this morning the erection of a warehouse behind their store with Edward Nusz doing the mason work. The building will be used for storing sway goods. Miss Perry Castle of North Market Street is on the sick list. H M Gistinger, carpenter, began improvements at the store of A C Scardell. The packing room in the rear of the retail department is being converted into an ice cream parlor.
Mr. James Hogan, an employee at the Shoe Factory in this city, was suddenly summoned home to Albany New York by the extreme illness of his father. The note records a sudden family emergency prompting his departure.
An 19th century medical digest explains skin as an organ with epidermis dermis and appendages. It details sweat and sebaceous glands, hair and nails, and the integument’s excretory and absorptive roles along with care guidance and cautions about over-washing and nail biting.
A barn on Mr. Lewis Harwetel’s farm near Ladiesburg burned after a lantern exploded just after dark Tuesday night. The blaze consumed hay, 2 cows, a wagon and harness. the horses were saved though a young horse’s mane was burned. The barn was insured for 800 dollars.
April 15 notes report John Caleman recovering from illness. A shed frame injured Oliver Biddinger, a carpenter, with possible severe arm nerve damage. Nellie Chipley returns from Washington, D. C., soon to be with Mrs. A. A. Gorsuch. Father White from Emmitsburg visited Emmitsburg. James Baker spent Sunday near St Mary’s College. Englar and Elliot left for Philadelphia to buy spring stock. Miss Sarah Snyder left for Myerstown. T. H. Eckenrode is in Baltimore on business. Miss Gilsom from Frederick visited W. W. Crabster’s wife.
A telegram received this morning by Mr. P. ls. Hargett states that Osborne, stepson of Mrs. B. C. Waters of Baltimore and formerly of this county, was drowned last evening.
A detailed visit to the Sooke Works on Commerce Street describes the Demorest and Ramsburg lumber toiling factory. Built by Demorest of Ogdensburg NY and Ramsburg of Frederick MD, the two acre plant features lathe rooms engines and drying kilns with expansion plans to a wagon factory. Col Trail notes the project’s strong backing, timely repayment, and potential for regional growth as climate and prospects in the South attract Maryland and New York investors.
Samuel W. Lewis and wife transfer 464 acres to James O. Horne for $1. Henry Shaw sells 12 acres and 13 perches to C U Brandenburg for 50. Brandenburg and wife sell 12 acres and 13 perches to Alme dia Baker for 75. Frederick City Manufacturing and Development Co. sells real estate to David T. Demorest and H. B. Ramsburg for $1. Charles M. Wenner and wife of Alto William C. Straisman sell two lots in Brunswick for 100. Jacob Late transfers 1833 acres to John W. Late for love and affection valued at $1. Jacob Late transfers 127 Lorenz Eothenhoefer to David L. Sum ters for 350. Charlotte Baumen et al sell lot in Frederick to Franklin B Smith for 800. John E. Sifford and wife transfer 5 acres to Frederick City Manufacturing and Development Company for 8000. John C. Stoner and wife et al transfer 12 acres 1 rood 18 perches to Jas. O. Cram and wife for 1022.50.
At a morning meeting of the newly elected Board of Directors, officers were organized with Joseph Cronize as President, J Marshall Biller as Secretary, Edwin C Markell as Assistant Secretary, and Marshal Font as Discount Clerk.
Messrs. LP Dizon Joseph Whisner and Sampson Beer began unloading a carload of tin for a new canning factory but soon stopped work. Officials guess the heat or the arduous task caused the sudden halt to the job.
Marriage licenses issued for John E. Burke of Kemptown to Annie Snyder of near Kemptown and John W. Rowe to Clara E. Houpt of Jackson district. Deed of trust filed by George Winkleman on Weat South street with trustees 3. C. Motter and C. H. Eckstein.
The Board of County Commissioners went up the mountains to inspect road matters and adjourned until the first Monday in May. The passage includes a satirical quip about willpower and a cited product, Hartley’s remedy, offered by druggists at one dollar.
A string of community notes reports G A R post meeting plans and district assignments, Brunswick work plans, and a fund drive for the Norman Memorial. Philomarches plans a weekly society gathering, a bottle stopper patent is unveiled, and finance committee routes are reviewed. Baseball at Do and D Institute grounds features St Johns versus local club. Koontz reports a carrier pigeon with silver leg band No 290. Groff Hall hosts a skating event for colored patrons, bass catch reported, and several repairs at a stable. No Estey Orchestra rehearsal tonight.
Temperate weather renews interest in cycling seasons as wheelmen inspect stored cycles and plan repairs. Dealers debate new machines and a larger hollow core cushioned tire promising easier inflation and smoother rides. No thin tires yet but adoption may occur with the upcoming meet at Hagerstown.
The community mourns Susie Sifford a 19 year old who died at dawn after a brief illness. Her funeral is planned for Saturday. Mrs Eugene Rowe wife of ex county tax collector died last night at her father's home in Emmitsburg after years of illness. She was 46. Her funeral is Saturday at the Lutheran Church in Emmitsburg. Also noted is the death of Annie M Makle a 3 month old child of Harriet A Makle of Bartonsville with funeral today at Bartonsville. Funeral director C C Carty handled arrangements.
The second and final account of Sam’s 5. Thomas, executor of C. Keeter j Thomas, deceased, settled. Agnes E. Forney has been appointed guardian to Pearl A., Maud C., Gertrude and Jesse S. Forney.
Extensive preparations are being made for the operetta The Pie-Nic to be presented at the City Opera House Friday in May. A magnificent chorus and a trained orchestra will accompany the performance.
The board of aldermen met in last night’s monthly session with all members present except Alderman Ebert. Reports were approved showing expenses and receipts for various city services and committees. Resignations and appointments were discussed, water connections permitted, street work planned, and a rental reduction granted for an event at the Opera House.
Hotel arrivals listed with numerous travelers from Baltimore Philadelphia Williamsport Harrisburg and other counties. Notable entries include M B Lehman F C Johnson D K Houck J S Marvell and J Bromwell among many others from Pennsylvania New York Ohio and Washington DC. The report notes 14 attendees from the county and mentions Canin and Gnorr Houses with additional names.
At a meeting of the Frederick Riflemen last night the group decided to sponsor a masked carnival at the Rink one night next week. Regular drill and routine business were conducted.
Spridio reports purchases of Mulliniz and Kemp items, including mattings and related goods, made during the past week in New York and other locations. The note highlights retail activity and regional distribution of these branded products.
The notice advertises The Fish People with daily posts at 5 West Patrick Street featuring shad specialties and attractive advertising specialties. It highlights festive spring announcements and promo items for sale, inviting readers to visit and see offerings.
An old advertisement from The Model promotes a cough remedy and chest treatment. It lists "Shuloh's Consunmiption Cage" and advises use for coughs and lung issues. The text includes price references and cautions, with claims of soothing affected lungs and chest discomfort.
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