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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1916
Page
6
OB DAILY NEWS advertising rates include subscription mail options and semi weekly edition details. The Brunswick Times office handles transactions and subscriptions with sales points at local merchants and banks. Telephones 185 and 171 connect to The News Office for inquiries and submissions.
About three hundred farmers and business leaders from Augusta County Virginia arrive in Frederick for a recreational and educational tour. They travel through three states to study farming conditions east of the Appalachians, receiving cordial welcomes and strong local interest from Frederick's Board of Trade and residents. The visit is seen as valuable and the city is urged to open its gates to the guests.
At the annual convention of the Associated Advertising Clubs of the World an accounting system was urged to let retailers test advertising results. Many merchants fear complexity and fail to demonstrate value at display. Effective salesmanship requires prominent, conspicuous placement of advertised bargains in windows and on counters with clear pricing and a visible “advertised” label to guide customers and boost direct traffic.
The advertisement argues that using Advertising Club methods can deepen and confirm interest in a genuine bargain. It claims merchants will see surprising results when the sale is handled in this recommended manner.
A New York World note criticizes limited border cooperation with Mexico and explains Pershing's pursuit of outlaws within agreed borders. Ohio State Journal argues law enforcement drives public virtue, urging officials to enforce laws or repeal them, to restore civic integrity and progress.
A fragmentary old style newspaper page reports on a favorable view by the Board of Aldermen toward employing city prisoners, arguing benefits for local development and health. Other items mention Maud Lilly’s self harm, Maurice Hunger starting Carroll county schools duties, and various letters and ads reflecting community concerns.
Mr John Mirandal returns from Atlantic City while Viola and Katherine Armstrong of McMurray street visit relatives in Pennsylvania. State's Attorney Aaron R Anders and wife stay at Atlantic City registry St Charles. Weekend gatherings include Mr and Mrs Lewis Stuart Frederick with Oscar Baker and children Karl May Miss Pearl Webster Miss Emma Haines Mr Russell Pue and Miss Emma Haines of New Market. Bridges and trips noted for Lancas ter Pa Berryville Va Staunton Va and Washington. Marie Schley and Anne E Schley visit Berryville while Swope family returns from Washington. Rhoads sisters Mary and Genevieve enjoy part of vacation at Washington Grove.
Miss Bertha Adele Schaeffer daughter of William L Schaeffer of Senelea and Edward Riwlinga Broslus of Barnesville Montgomery county were married yesterday afternoon at the bride’s home by Rev George S Harrington pastor of St Marys Catholic Church Warnerville. The bride was attended by Miss Allen Waters as maid of honor and Bernard Brosius was best man. Mina Mary Crater of Washington sang and the wedding march was played by Miss Mildred Lewin. Separately, Miss Margery Mott eldest daughter of Mrs Clara V Mott Baltimore formerly of Frederick wed Mr Fred M Gray at the bride’s Fernhill Avenue home the ceremony by Rev Samuel Miller of West Arlington Lutheran Church Our Savior. Clare W youngest sister served as flower girl.
The annual All Saints Episcopal Sunday school picnic was held at Braddock Heights yesterday afternoon. Two special cars from the trotley company carried picnickers to the Heights and activities on the grounds included a sliding board and social amusements. Supper was served about five o'clock with ice cream provided, and the group began the journey home around seven. Along The Mexican Border was briefly recalled with verses about Maryland troops and Villa, referencing troop movements and a military tone.
The August 3 1896 local column notes minor incidents in Frederick. Guy Thomas sprained his ankle at a pleat near White Rock. Court House workers upgrade office security with new file and hook cases under Clerk John ln Jordan and others. Master Bernard Smith, son of Cop Smith, was struck by a cart on East Fourth Street and hurt. George Stull reports a theft loss of a fine horse. O Welty opens a new venture on his Emmitsburg farm.
Plans for an all day temperance rally at LeGore’s Park on Sunday August 6 are announced with a full program. Speakers include Mrs Mary Haslup state WCTU president Rev E F Weaver and Rev J Welty Fahrney plus Dr J O King and Dr J D Nicodemus. The event features a playlet The Dry Line and choral music from local unions.
At the first annual convention in Hagerstown delegates pledge to push statewide prohibition by November. A resolution praising President Wilson for keeping the nation out of war is defeated by a small majority. Awards honor camps with membership gains. a gold watch goes to Sik Flehack of Hagerstown for most new members.
Reports describe a surprise social at the Millard McBride home near Feagaville with lawn games music and midnight refreshments. It lists numerous local families and a later Ushki cottage dance and straw rides to Walkersville and Middletown with several attendees. A worker at Morris Iron Works named George Goodman sustained a broken bone from a piece of iron.
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