Brief Bits and Local Items from the Era
A compact roundup notes various local quirks and general curiosities. It mentions Preckles coming up, cheap soft shirts, summer’s sweep, and reliance on police in emergencies. It flags canal boats’ trips, a proposed high tax on bucksters, and Sol Stern shipping fine horses to Washington. Henry Lampe plans painters for All Saints B P Ghardi repairs. Minneapolis pupils show 25 percent with eyesight defects. It also cites a wise saying about stopping talking, the fez otter skin worth $1000, and a Midway entertainment mishap in Dodge City where two of three men died. Additional bits cover tea exports valued at $2.1 million, Heligoland marriage laws, onions as May motto, cemetery fatalities, Judge Neal’s Lincoln-era amendment authorship, Britain’s vast spirits consumption, a Navy oil-sheath device aiding ship speed, and barnacle growth prevention.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ellicott City
Sol. Stern
Washington
Henry Lampe
All Saints
P. B. Ghardi
Minneapolis
Dodge City
Kan
United States
Germany
Gretns Green
Heligoland
Bozton
Et Bionte Carlo
Carmen
Stephen Neal
Lebanon
Ind
Neal
Godlove & Orth
Congressional Committee
Great Britain
Ireland
Navy Department
Meeting notices from Buckleystown church groups and Knoxville youth play
Mr Freet R Neighbors will lead the P C E meeting at Buckleystown this evening at 730 on Christian enterprise. The regular lecture is at Lutheran chapel East Second Street at 730. Knoxville young people present a dramatic entertainment at the Lucran Sunday school chapel this evening.
Frederick County Horticultural Society Plans November Flower Show
The Frederick County Oricultural Society met in a lively session and adopted the premium list with minor updates from last year. Members express optimism for what could be one of the finest flower shows, likely to occur in the second week of November.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frederick
Pastor Installed In Presbyterian Church In City
Rev. T Freeman Dixon was installed as pastor before a large church gathering. Visiting clergy led an orderly service with a sermon from Rev. L S Fulmer and charges from Rev. Geo E Jones and Rev H K Walker emphasizing study, pastoral duties, and unity. Appointments noted: Sunday services 10:30 am and 7:30 pm. Sunday school 2 pm. Westminster League 6:30 pm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. Freeman Dixon
Presbyterian Church
BE. Walker
Fulmer
Geo. E. Jones
D. D
E. Jones
H. K. Walker
Dixon
Echool
Westminster League
Ene Firemen's Convention Excursion and Festivities
The Firemen's Convention includes a third day with a sick flag contest among fire companies. Annapolis teams may participate as an outside event. ladies prepared the flag. An excursion to Tolchester follows, then a feu de joie with harbor ships decorated, rockets, and Greek fire on vessels. Other days cover convention meetings and prize drills. Captain Henry Clay Neill is named as sic censor for Col Buchanan &chley, touted as an original McKinley man. A separate report notes high winds near Leltereburg in Washington county uprooting trees and overturning minor structures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ene
Annapolis
Annapoli
Tolchester
Buchanan &Chley
Henry Clay Naill
Republcan
Embankment accident near Beaver Creek injures no one
Lewis Irwin of Myereville was riding to market when his horse toppled the wagon over an embankment near Beaver Creek in Hagerstown Saturday morning. Irwin and his young son escaped unharmed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lewis Irwin
Myereville
Hagerstown
Beaver Creek
Mr. Irwin
Medical Faculty of Maryland Holds 99th Meeting
Members of the Medical and Chirurgical Faculty of Maryland began their 99th annual meeting at noon yesterday at the ball of the samary 847 North Utaz Street Baltimore. Dr William H Batzell of Frederick was proposed for membership.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Medical and Chirurgical Faculty of
Maryland
Deed of Trust Filed by Urbana District Farmer
Mr. Baker J. Lamar, a prominent farmer of Urbana district, this county, has filed a deed of trust for the benefit of creditors. Trustees named are John C. Motter and Patrick T. L. Johnson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baker J. Lamar
Urbana
Messrs
John C. Motter
Patrick T. L. Johnson
Postmaster Appointments and Removals Noted in County
C Roderick appointed postmaster at Daysville succeeding O D Lease who resigned. W H Weaver transferred from Mt St Marys to fill J G Troxel’s vacancy after removal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vn. C. Roderick
Daysville
This County
O. D. Lease
W.H. Weaver
Mt. St. Mary’s
J. G. Troxel
Ten Thousand Acres Burned Fire Reaches Mountain Near Catection
A mountain fire south of Catection Furnace scorched about 10,000 acres. The blaze threatens timber and grazing lands as crews battle the flames through the day. Hood's Sarsaparilla ad copy follows, touting health benefits.
City Board Deliberations Ask Residents to Trim Trees
In an adjourned meeting the Board of Aldermen directed the mayor to notify residents to trim trees in front of their homes. The street committee was instructed to repair gutters on West Church and West Fourth streets from J B Lewis to Harvey Zimmerman properties. Merits committee authorized purchasing new utility poles. Engineers Pownall and Minshell presented specifications for gate house and welter and for hauling pipe digging and filling trenches, accepted by the board. The meeting adjourned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Aldermen
Council
West Church Street
West Fourth Street
J.B. Lewis
Harvey Zimmerman
Gete House
Welr
Mesare, Pownall and Minshell
Locomotive Trials Show Engine Pulling Power on the Line
Tests by the Baltimore and Ohio and a partner company measure engine capacity under the new heavy load system starting May 1. Thomas Knuckles piloted a Big 500 with 60 loaded coal cars toward Cumberland, then repeated with a 1500 ton train on a nine mile grade. Extra locomotives from Baldwin and Richmond handled 32 scows each, averaging 90 000 pounds, on heavy grades toward Martinsburg Airy with top officials observing to determine maximum pulling power.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baltimore
Okbio Hatircai
Brunswick
Thomas Knucklee
Husted
Middle Division
J. T. Marin
Cumberfard
Knuckles
Martinsburg
Baldwin Locomoctive Company
Richmond Locomotive Works
Airy
Sud
Fitzgerald
Gibson
Motlre Power
Ekalbarga
White
Maraney
Spurrier
Norris
Creagee Towr Social and Local Notices Flourish
County correspondence from Creagee Towr reports Council No 23 D of A plans a social in Town Hill on April 30 and May 1 with masked revelry and profitable fun. Prof Geo W Spahr reunion set for Whit Monday at John M Ahal’s Grove with participants from Beard's Church Franklinville Frontville Walkersville Gresgerstown Graceham Rocky Ge. Easter Monday baseball between Thurmont and Creagerstown ends 22 to 11 for Thurmont. Local guests include Mr Hamilton Geisbert and wife and Mr Daniel Shorb and family from Frederick. Mrs W H Myers and Catharine Koons remain on the isk list. Miss Betsie Bell visiting Emmitsburg. Miss Bessie Potman returns to Buckeystown after visiting here. Talon Bridge band slated for Town Hall concert in May.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Creagee
D of A
Town Hill
Clarsea
Geo. W. Spahr
John M. Ahal
Beard’s Church
Washington County
Frankinville
Frontville
Walkersville
Gresgerstown
Graceham
Rockyge
Thurmont Club
Creagerstown Club
Hamilton Geisbert
Daniel Shorb
Frederick
Molise Grinder
Baltimore
Messrs
T- Derr
HL. Gaver
B. Close
B. F. Geesey
H.C
Roy Putman
Backeys
G. A. Whitmore
Geo. W. Ogle
Scott Long
W. OH. Myers
Catharine Koons
Isk
Betsie Bell
Emmittsburg
Eli D. Cramer
Lewistown
W. J. Groshon
Talon Bridge Band
Town Hall
Baltimore City
Bessie G. Potman
Buckeystown
Pleasant Paragraphs About Those Who Come and Go
Mr Henry Liebman visited his brother Bir David Liebman today. Miss Marie Cassin who has been the guest of the family of Judge James Mc Sherry has returned to Washington. Miss Marie Secka has returned to Hagerstown from Frederick. Miss Mary E Duval has returned to Frederick from a visit to New York. Milas Nelile Chapman of South Market Street who had been indisposed is very much improved.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Liebman
David Liebman
Marie Cassin
James McSherry
Washington
Marie Secka
Hagerstown
Frederick
Mary E. Duval
New York
Milas Nelile Chapman
South Market Street
The Bicycle Meet Schedule and Proposals
Frederick Bicycle Club forwards plans for the Maryland State Bicycle Meet to Baltimore officials. July 4 5 7 97 events include receptions, parades, club prizes for most riders inline races and a best time prize, dances, divine services, river runs with lunch boating and fishing, road race from Frederick to Woodboro nine miles, and multiple athletic Park events with prizes. Reduced hotel and rail rates and a first class track planned. Committee: Ina J. McCurpy De J E S Wacnan Enis B Rawasone Victor N Maney Darren B Mier.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frederick
Lloydla Club
Athletic Park
Braddock Heights
Monocscy River
Woodeboro
Ciy
Monocacy River
Maryland
Ina J. McCurpy
de J. E. S. Wacnan
Enis B. Rawasone
Victor N. Maney
Darren B. Mier
Hymeneal, B D Shepherd Married in New York
The marriage of Elizabeth Lee Kirkland known as Odette Tyler the actress to Rezina Doris Shepherd of Shepherdstown W Va occurred April 1 in New York officiated by Rev Dr Roderick Terry Gen W W Kirkland her father commanded a Confederate unit and she is tied to Southern traditions. Shepherd formerly KR D McLean son of Henry Shepherd of Shepherdstown inherits a large estate and a 435 acre farm. The couple plans a honeymoon in Shepherdstown then Europe and London engagement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. Shepherd
Elizabeth Lee Kirkland
Odette Tyler
Rezina Doris Shepherd
Shepherdstown
W. Va
New York
Roderick Terry
Shepherd
W. W. Kirkland
Scialon
South
Howard Gould
Bos
Rezis D. Shepherd
KR. D. McLean
Marie Preech
Mr. Shepherd
Henry Shepherd
W Va
McLean
New Oleans
C. C. Brooks
Boston
Beautiful wedding and allied notices in Md and Baltimore
A long list of guests and families attend a wedding at Mt. Airy Maryland with extensive gifts and decor. Stella Blanche Hood marries Julie H. Rices at the BM E Church with ushers, bridesmaids, and an afterglow reception. Miles Katie White weds Daniel Rodney in St Martin’s Catholic Church Baltimore with Miss White noted as a bride from Baltimore.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thechences
Mt. Atry
Stella Blanche Bood
William E H. Hood
Julie H. Rices
Charien Blees
Rowman Head
Bennie Meeks
Baltimore
Ernest L. Shipley
Alt. Airy
Mendelssohn
Misa Maude Hobbs
Milds
Boib Clisy
Malcolm Selman
J.T. Marsh
Mistea Addie
Ola Bood
Rodsey—White
Miles Katie White
Daniel Rodney
Thurmont
St. Martin’s Catholic Church
Mies White
Bread and Pies Awarded to John Hershberger for German Baptist Meet
John Hershberger, a noted local baker, won the contract to supply bread for the German Baptist church conference in June, estimated at 6 000 to 7 000 pounds daily, with likely 7 000 to 8 000 pounds and 30 000 to 35 000 pies overall. He beat large out of state bakers, plans to expand facilities and keep busy to meet demand.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Hershberger
The
German Baptist Church
Hershberger
Committee On Bread
Hirshberger
Funerals and Fire Doings In A Mets Town
The funeral of Mrs Ebien E Snouffer widow of Benjamin J Snouffer was held yesterday at St Luke s Episcopal Church Adamatown. Services were led by Rev Cozeland R Page with Rev Dr Bacon of Buckeysown assisting. Pallbearers included Jacob Morell Co T Snouffer Henry Glison Jobo Snoofer Dr Thomas Johnson Fenton Srouffer Robert Moffet and George Snouffer. Interment followed at Mount Olivet Cemetery. Dwelling House Barned a tenger house on Mrs Clara Balle s farm Stonersville near Westminster burned today causing 400 to 500 dollars in losses. Mrs Belle s home was at great risk but partially saved. Mr Lev Piifer of Westminster was injured by falling embers while fighting the flames. The fire started on the roof. contents were saved.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mre
Ebien E. Snouffer
Benjamin J. Snouffer
St. Luke’s Episcopal Church
Adamatown
Zeland R. Page
Dr. Bacon
Buckeysown
Jacob Morell
Washington, D. C
Co. T. Snouffer
Henry Glison
London County
Jobo Snoofer
Thomas Johnson
Fenton Srouffer
Robert Moffett
George Snouffer
Mount Olivet Cemetery
Etchison
Clara Balle
Stonersville
Westminster
Belle
Lev Piifer
Lecture on Health at Kemp Hall by Mrs Mary L Gaddesz
An illustrated health talk was delivered last night at Kemp Hall by Mrs Mary L Gaddesz of the Maryland Vinyl Company. The piece promotes new carpet patterns and low prices at the New Carpet House, urging readers to compare styles and qualities and visit the shop.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kemp
Mary L. Gaddesz
Maryland Vinyl Company
Black Silk Wear Delights In England Mills Specials
John Hendrickson showcases new black silk goods from the Fanmode and Harford Mills England with extra value, emphasizing rising prices and a large linen doller bale. Highlights include specialty weaves and special goods in theTA mine and Grenalins, promising strong demand as summer nears.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dar
Jobn Henoniton Braid 88TS in Black and Colors
Advertisement notes new braid styles in black and colors with patterns. Highlights bright, decorative textiles and special gains in colored drapery goods.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
P.S
Law’s Grip Committed Man in Disturbance Case
Robert Campbell, a Black man, held after arrest by Officer John Simpson for raking a disturbance on a car along the Frederick and Middletown electric road. He was committed to jail for the next term of Court following a hearing before Alaglatrate Blier yesterday afternoon. Summer Garbage Schedule Change for Frederick county. Starting May 1, garbage will be collected three times weekly in Frederick city: Northern section Monday Wednesday Friday. Southern section Tuesday Thursday Saturday. Fire damaged the top of Ar Mr D D Keedy’s dwelling in Keedysville due to spontaneous combustion of blankets saturated with linseed oil.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert Campbell
John Simpson
Frederick and
Middletown
Alaglatrate Blier
Frederick
Ar. D. D
Home Talent Base Ball Club to Play Saturday
The Home Talent Base Ball Club of Hagerstown plans a Saturday game against Maryland School team of Frederice if possible. Col Maulsby accepts. Col W P Maulaby of Frederick to act as officer of the day at Ann Hetam Cemetery on May 30 with Senator Wellington as speaker. Next attraction at City Opera House is Rachel Renard Company starting week of May 10.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hagerstown
Maryland
Frederice
Col. Maulsby
W. P. Maulaby
Frederick
Ann Hetam
Senator Welington
City Opers ‘House
Rachel Renard Company
Concert by Western Maryland College Glee Club at City Opera House
The Mandolin and Glee Clubs of Western Maryland College perform in Frederick's City Opera House Friday night April 30. Admisisn 25, 25 and 59 cents. tickets on sale at Yeakle's. Also notes on local buys and fare from Marsh's and Blumenauer's across Patrick Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mandolin and Glee Clubs
Western Maryland College
City Opera House
Frederick
Admirasion
Yeakle’s
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Sdaily News
Wate
Frones Betterton
Fasiwus Netor
Janes Monroe
Westmoreland
County
Dent Moura
L2g
Gov- Piette i
Monroe
Exmouth
Islay
Oshiens
Wis
Mae
Usssa Cyclore
Cisey
Tex
Kazted
Bsi
Cherles
Burnet
Venezuela
Wasmmeron
D. C
W. J. Moour
the Weather Bureau
G. W. Tyson
P.B. A
R. Yeakle
Eetene
John Hendrickson
G. Carty
Hodcex & Neidig
Wee G. WN
Bauer
News OF the Churches
Presbyterian Cburch
Leltereburg
Hood
Locomotive Tesis
Lutheran and Reformed
Ruxel—Topper
William H. Troxel
Emmitsburg
Xastye Barton
Thormont
William Cool
M. F. Shuff
Grayson Ecker
Joseph Rose
Harry Waddle
J. Edward Esker
J. F. Adelaperger
Charles Summers
Samuel Cool
William Ost
Femly
Howard Rowe
D. Q. Elsa
Mite
David Wachter
Giso
Annie Topper
Earle Wire
Annis
Mary Ross
Bessie Waddle
Georgianna Krefiz
Jeazie Miller
Molite
Josephine Krise
Annie
Florence Zargeble
Mary Topper
Katye Barton
Laura Beard
Gertrude Goulden
Fancie Baker
Rose
Clara
Agnes Sandor
Faonie
Salle Krise
Flora Hoke
Lena Day
Auntie Daphorne
Frank
Joba
Lewis
William
Morris
Barry
J. S. Topper
Harry
Frank Rowe
Howard Kiser
Cramer Hoke
Joep Baffer
Ven Barbaugh
Wilace Boyle
Joseph Bretz
Thomas Zargable
Elmer
George Zimmerman
Blaine Wadde
Louis Goulden
William Baker
David Gise
Harry Stout
Andrew Annan
Wm Mentzer
Troxel
Mr. Hershberger
L. H. Mioturmis
North Mareeyf
Bainty
Natit Dimiti&s
Seiter
Mireog Velour
Jobn Henoniton
California
A. B. Hargett
Ladies’ Auxiliary
M. OU. A
Ster
A. &. Bader
Blumenauer’s
West Patrick Street
Marsh's
Blumenauer's
West
Patrick Street
A. P. Marsh
Court Street
Binmenazer’s
WN. R.& D. Mantz
Fennin
Allen G. Quiyna & Co
Rypse Railing Grocery CO
N. Market ST
Table Peache
the Railing Grocery Co
Rodooe
NEG Robocs
Neidic
Eodoce & Naidia
A. T. Rice & Sons
A. T. Roce & Sons
Norte Mare
Straity
James
Gk Walker
Las
Walker & CO
India
India Lawn
Das. K. Wansza & Cor
WEE
Epling
Cuas
Staub
North Market Street
J. J. Remsburg
J. Remsburg
PH. G
Market St
Gro& Hoxts
Saesaparzela
Bembeues
Bartholomay Brew Cos
Joen A. C. Lipps, Coz
Wert Patrick
Predariak
REW
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