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Newspaper

News

Location

Frederick, Maryland, United States of America

Date

Apr 20, 1911

Page

2

Mobilization of Boy Scouts proposed for Gettysburg area

News notes a movement to establish a mobilization point for all Boy Scouts in the region and nearby Pennsylvania towns. Gettysburg, Carlisle, Chambersburg and Hagerstown are eyed, with Frederick likely hosting the encampment. About 30 scouts in the city, with more joining. patrols such as Bob White and Tuscarora are active.

M. CG. A Boy Scouts Pennsylvania Avis Eencesd Gettysburg Carliste Chambersburg Hagerstown Frederick Shippensburg Mechanicsburg Cutperland Valley Washington Gettysburo Big Shourar Poys Gettysbu Helow Bob White Tuscarora Menoaney Ram

Red Men convention HQ set in Frederick Campers Club to register delegates

The Red Men convention committer in charge reports headquarters secured in Frederick for the event next week. Delegates arriving will be registered at the headquarters. A Campers Club meeting is planned at the Y M C A tomorrow night at 7 o'clock.

Y. Ar. A Frederick Campers Club

Gloses Down for Several Days at Ox Fibre Brush Works

Ox Fibre Brush Works will close for several days following a break in the main shaft. The shaft twisted near the main driving pulley causing a halt in operations. Repairs are expected to take until the shaft can be repaired.

Hundred Dollar Pledge for Catarrh Cure Claim

The notice proclaims a $100 reward for proof of a catarrh cure, asserting a constitutional basis and systemic action. It promotes Hall's Family Pills and the product as the only positive cure known to medical authorities, inviting testimonials and suggesting widespread availability through druggists.

Starr Tes Ng Foundation

Mounting Machine Gun Scene at Camp Twenty-Eighth Infantry

A vivid scene unfolds at San Antonio Texas as the Twenty-eighth Infantry trains with a mounting machine gun. Soldiers practice setup, aiming drills, and rapid-fire readiness under steady supervision. The exercise highlights tactical preparedness and discipline within the camp.

Twenty-eighth Infantry San Antonio, Tex

Interesting Meeting At Frederick City Lodge Ceremony

An interesting meeting of Frederick City Lodge No. 1 a. o. F. last night elected one new member. A report on the Grand Lodge was given by HH. Dor Etchigan. Charles Landis read a paper on the origin of the order. Plans were made for the anniversary celebration with a Sunday evening service at the Presbyterian church. Reverend Thomas Freeman Dixon will preach. Committee members included Eug Haugh, Robert A. Dennett, Charles W. Keiser, King David Ledge, and Charles A. Landis. Refreshments followed, including ice cream and drinks, cigars passed. The third degree was conferred by Francis Scott council No. 48. Camp No. 17 P. Sob A. also conferred a degree. Members of Cup 73 attended.

Frederick City Notal Ono Grand Lodge HH. Dor Etchigan Charles Landis Presbyterian Church Fev Thy Thomas Freeman Dixon Eug Haugh Robert A. Dennett Charles W. Keiser King David Ledge Charles A. Landis Marrle W. Stomn Faeb Lengelbrecti Frederick City Lodge Francis Scott Counvil Sr. OQ Sob A Cup 73

Charles K. Runaill Celebrates Eighty Fourth Birthday

Former Examiner editor Charles K. Runaill marked his eighty fourth birthday in a quiet observance at Mountain View, the residence of Air. and Mrs. Charles T. Pickings, north of Frederick. He is in good health and visited The News office this morning.

Chas. EK. Runaill The Examiner Mountain View Air Chas. T. Pickings Frederick Nuauff

Diaz reply defiant on border shootings blamed on Americans

Text of Diaz reply to an American protest over border deaths is defiant repudiating blame on Mexico and placing responsibility on the United States. He accuses U S troops of aiding rebels.

Sprciat Thhapileh Mexico City Ding UV S

Juarez in danger zones after Madero forces siege

El Paso report says Juarez is surrounded by Madero forces as Mayor Nelly orders police to keep danger zones clear. Dispatch notes unrest and heightened security amid the siege and military activity in the border city.

Specker Fle News el Paso Texas Juaves Madero Nelly

Riots Among Striking Furniture Makers Reported

Riots broke out among striking furniture makers in Grand Rapids. Police have been pushed to control the mob as unrest spreads, with reports indicating several injuries and arrests.

Grand Rapids Mick Apr Furniture Suikers Las Beam

Pope Cautions on Quiet Religious Guidance Amid Lunch Report

A Rome dispatch notes the Pope issues cautious guidance regarding public religious messaging to avoid overreach. The statement emphasizes measured tone in communications and respect for church traditions during ongoing policy discussions.

Rome

Deaths of Johnson, Kehne, Prouts, and Jeans at Walkersville era

Several local obituaries outline deaths in the region. Thomas W. Johnson of Woodsboro, 63, dies after illness, survived by widow and five children and siblings. funeral at J. Grahame Johnson's residence with Mt. Olivet burial. Sophia Kehne, 79, dies at Shooktown after paralysis, survived by husband and five children. funeral at home with Mt. Olivet interment. Sarah J F Prouts of Gettysburg dies at 66, survived by daughter Frank Smith, stepdaughters Pfoutz and Randall. Mt. Olivet burial. William Thomas Jeans, 72, dies in Brunswick. funeral in Brunswick and Jefferson with Reformed church services. interment in Reformed cemetery.

Thomas W. Joheson Woodsboro Ann R. Johnson Worthington R. Johnson J. Grahame Johnson Walkersville Edwit Simpson Hagerstown W. Noble Rider Meir Nathan V. Haker Mogsers Thomas &. Johnson York Richard PY. Johnson Anne Johnson William Weetus Caroline G. Johnson Mt. Olivet Sophia Kelne Augustus Kehne Shook Town Lathera Church al W. Kaufman Braddork Samuel Staley Horky Syntings C. A. Neline Quicuma S. Kelmne Ff. c. Keline Sarah JF. Prouts Isaac Prowls Gettysburg Frank Smith East Fourth Street Church of the Brethren Smithh Pfoutz Batston Kansas Wieesaw Tilomas EE Ana Wiliam Thomas Jeans Brunswick John DeGrange Mt. Airy Nora Custer Washington Jeans William Jeans Charles M. Smith Burkittsville Jefferson Reformed Church Wayne J. Bowers Albert R. Boyer William M. Shafi Abram Hemp Daniel le Slagle David Pry David Souder Reformed WR. Etchison

Among the Sick Confined to the House

Local notices report several residents ill with varied ailments across streets such as East Patrick and East Third. Updates include improved condition for Henry W. Haller of United States Express and typhoid fears for Master John Zimmerman Jr. while Owen McCanner and John Topper remain home. Railroad officials DeGrande White and W Andrews visited Fredrickevick with Agent Keefer to discuss company business.

John Topper East Patrick Street Henry W. Haller United States Express Co Austin Stone East Third Street Master John Zimmerman East Church Street DeGrande White B. and

Zimmerman to become traveling salesman for Mountain City Milling

Mr. George C. Zimmerman, book keeper for the Mountain City Mill in this city, has accepted a position as traveling salesman with Mountain City Milling Company of Chattanooga, Tennessee, and will assume his duties on May 20.

George C. Zimmerman Mountain City Mountain City Milling Company Chattanooga, Tenn

Local Interest Briefs Cover Opened Parlor and New Constructions

Mr George Stu has opened a sensorial parlor at Walkersville in this county. Improvements are under way on Prank Chews property on South Market street. Koward Wolfe has broken ground for two dwellings on East Third street. John Ridenour installed an electric plane in his Smoke Shop on North Market street for patrons. Roy Stackman awarded a contract for a modern brick dwelling on Dill avenue to Lloyd Culler. Keller and Myers moved their offices from Court street to West Patrick street opposite the New City Hotel. The Miller tobacconist store on North Market street is being remodeled. Miller has relocated next door, with work overseen by George FH Layman.

George Stu Walkersville Prank Chew South Market Street Koward Wolfe Tioe Ast Third Street John Ridenour North Market Street Roy Stackman Dill Avenue Lloyd C. Culler Messrs Keller and Myers Court Street West Patrick Street New City Hotel Charles W. Miller Ar. Miller Chirze George FH. Layman

Birds, not feather trade, curb pests and costs

Government figures warn that killing insect eating birds raises consumer prices for cotton, fruit, vegetables, and cloth. Audubon groups cite losses of millions yearly, with boll weevil devastation spreading in the cotton belt, urging protection of birds as a boost to agricultural prosperity.

United States Government Biological Survey Washington National Association of Audubon Societies Louisiana Texas Mississippi Missouri Alabama Arkansas Georgia

Personal and Social in Frederick and vicinity highlights

Frederick readers note a stream of visits and returns from Washington Baltimore Atlantic City Chambersburg and Martinsburg. Residents such as Miss Willie Hitchie Miss Ina Huser and Miss Edna Riddlemoser travel. many return from Easter holidays and weddings. The community bids greetings and announcements of relocations and new arrivals.

Harry R. Kolb Baltimore Relaives

Advice by Prof Surface on ridding pests from gardens

State Zoologist H A Surface urges gardeners to burn rubbish now to destroy overwintering pests such as asparagus beetle and large squash bug. He notes burning on cultivated ground adds potash and lime to soil, helps weed seed destruction, and strengthens plant nutrition.

H. A. Surface Pennsylvania

Dyspepsia Remedy Promises Quick Comfort

A reader is urged to consult a pharmaceutical ad for Dr Herndon's Gynsey's Gift Dyspepsia Tablets. The ad claims one box, taken after meals, will ease indigestion, regardless of meal size, and prevent restlessness or distress after eating.

Dr. Herndon Gynsey

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