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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1895
Page
4
Local column blends light weather notes and community chatter in Frederick Maryland. References to harvest lore, autumn festivals, county fairs, and regional attractions mingle with playful jokes about gas bills electricity and local politics.
Ox enjoys the method and results when 33 is taken and claims to cleanse Liver and Bowels, dispel fevers, and cure constipation. The advertisement touts Fig Syrup as a pleasant to taste, quick acting remedy prepared from quality ingredients, with 50 cent bottles widely sold and a promise to prepare for customers if not on hand.
A split within Carroll County Republicans as factions clash over control of the county convention and representation on the State central committee. The dispute centers on H. M. Clabaugh for Attorney General and indirect support for Lowndes and the Allegany candidate, with tensions affecting Democrats and notable unease among Cleveland Democrats. The outcome of the November election remains uncertain.
Church notices list Holy Communion at All Saints Episcopal Church and sermons at Presbyterian, Westminster League, United Brethren, and St James Lutherans. Epworth League program, Holy Sacrament at M E Z Church, and Westminster Presbyteriat officers elected for six months. Community church committees include Alonzo Dean and Dean family names.
Years ago a giant black snake haunted a Manchester area sawmill and vanished after failed capture attempts. Recently a shorer heard rustling and saw a snake over a brush pile, described as at least six inches in diameter, causing the man to flee in fright.
Planet W- 0, 0938, remanded to jail after a hearing before Police Justice Eckstein. Held on two charges with bail set at $250 each, unable to furnish security, he was recommitted to await action by the next grand jury.
At Parity Lodge No. 448 last night officers for the ensuing three months were elected. T. D.S. Rice is treasurer, V.T. Mole Brisig, Sect. J.P. L. Storm, F. Sect. F. Saman, Treasurer G. W. Treon, Chap J.N. Zimmerman, Mar Florence Houck, Daleguiie to District Lodges, G. W. Tyson, D.S. Rice, Alternates J.N. Zimmerman, Florence Houck. mentions Lady Betty Balfour wife of Gerald Balfour, new chief secretary of Ireland.
A stylized poem fragment attributed to the Atisba Constitution reflects heat and distraction. It evokes restless dialogue about fighting talking and dreaming amid a hot day with distorted phrasing and rhythmic exclamations. The text blends playful imagery with a surprising early voice.
The Market Gossip reports peaches scarce and apples abundant with low prices. July praised for steadiness as campers warn of polar breezes. Calls for humane treatment of chickens amid ongoing market chatter. Butter and eggs steady, corn plentiful, and a long price list covers produce, meats, and fruit with varied per pound or per dozen figures.
The Brunswick Herald urges building a Middletown to Brunswick electric railroad via Broad Run and nearby towns. It argues the line would boost trade, open markets for valley farmers, and offer faster, cheaper shipping while allowing local or foreign capital and avoiding direct competition with large retailers. The piece invites Middletown residents to back the project.
Quiet wedding at the Boxwall residence in Bronewick unites Luther Dean, a noted railroad man, and Hic Josephine Hathaway with Rev. H N Miller officiating. Only immediate friends present in a small, intimate ceremony. A brief social notice with local names.
Partial confession obtained from Pat Quinlan and his wife alleges Holmes killed Benjamin F Pitezel and sent the body to Philadelphia. Detectives report a signed document with Quinlan’s name visible though details vary. Police expect stronger evidence by Monday linking Holmes directly to Pitezel’s death.
R G Dun Co notes a perceptible halt in trade with two months of spring activity pushed into July. Prices rose as orders surged but then a backlog formed. A large increase in workers and wages helps buying power, while strikes and rising stocks temper demand.
The next personally conducted Niagara Falls tour via Pennsylvania Railroad leaves Washington and Baltimore August 8. Round trip tickets are $10 from Washington and Baltimore, $8.60 from Harrisburg, $5.80 from Williamsport with ten day validity and stops at Watkins, Rochester, and Buffalo. Special Pullman cars, a tour agent, and chaperon accompany the trip. For details contact ticket agents or Tourist Agent, Room 411, Broad Street Station, Philadelphia. Also Atlantic City trip August 8 via B&O with ten day return and stop option at Washington. routes via Frederick and Hagerstown with round trip $5.50. Excursion to Niagara August 15 via Royal Blue Line with stops at Watkins Glen, Meache Chank, Glen Onoko, Rochester, and Genesee. Leaves Washington 10:00 AM, Baltimore 9:60 AM, arrives falls 1:00 PM. Ten day tickets. Charles O Boull, General Passenger Agent, Baltimore.
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