Jail break thwarted by jailer gun and sawed bars
In a bold jail plot at Frederick jail, Jim Slim a prisoner using a hack saw to loosen bars was nabbed by Deputy Smith and Sheriff Coward. Slim, claimed from Texas, faced charges of larceny of a watch. Palmer, an escaped convict recaptured at Em, informed authorities of a broader plan and was released after serving 20 days. The incident exposed tensions among inmates amid efforts to liberate others as guards cracked down.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frederick
Sheriff Coward
Jones
Smith
Jim Slim
Texas
Slim
Conard
Deputy Jones
Mepnty Smith
Sawyer
Hahn and
Rowe
Palmer
Harrison Palmer
Hofmann
Anders
How to Cure a Sprain
Guidance on curing a sprain suggests Chamberlain's Ointment, applied with directions on each bottle, for results within the usual time. The ointment is sold by merchants, and additional items such as hair brushes are advertised by TANNEICS NRO STORE.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
Steam Roller on Wild Run Thwarted by Bravery and a Stone
Engineer Funk clung to the big steam roller as it rolled backward down a culvert hill near Middletown, Frederick, and leaped to safety when it toppled. The runaway machine struck a road stone but Funk saved the post and the roller escaped major damage. Contractor John Cockerly planned to lift the engine free to prevent further obstruction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Funk
Middletown
Clarence i
Frederick
Agiratuck
John Cockerly
War on freight train riders along Baltimore and Ohio line
Deputies and constables along the main line from Kearneysville to Harpers Ferry have been enforcing a new dry law and cracking down on bootleggers. Several arrests reported, including a Montgomery county youth at Island Park near Harpers Ferry. Also notes on a steam engine test at West Church Street and news of local contracts for a new Mount ParrMount school, fishing trip reports, and travel notes from England.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Marshall
Baltimore
Montgomery County
Maryland
Island Park
Harpera Ferry
Hagerstown
Carroll Creek
Sawinging Bridge
George Wi. Shipley
Gentzler Family Relocation From Middletown to Landisville
Rev J W Gentzler, recently pastor of the Middletown Lutheran church and since June head of the Landisville and Millersville Lutheran charge, departs this morning with his family for their future home in Landisville Flour Mills at Belle Grove near Hancock burn to the ground from a spark fire, causing about 5000 loss and involv ing re insured property. Beware of mercury based catarrh remedies and seek physician prescribed products only. Halts Catarrh Cure claims no mercury and is sold in Toledo Ohio by Cheney Co. Testimonials available through druggists.
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Gentzter
J. W. Gentzler
Middletown Lutheran Church
Landisville
Millersville Lutheran Charge
Pennsylvania
N. E. Swain
Belle Grove
Hancock
Hali
F. J. Chehey & Co
Toledo
Abramge for Fair Draws Attention to Premiums
The Frederick County Agricultural Society announces its 34th annual fair to be held October 20 to 23. Premiums total about $12,000 with $5,600 set aside for purses in races in the Mar circuit. The new catalogue highlights updated departments including needlework and households. Special premiums and numerous donors are listed for poultry, cattle, and other entries, with dozens of prizes such as jewelry, pens, and hats for top displays.
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Frederick County Agricultural Society
Purden
Hagsbad
Pen Mar
Middletown Main Street State Road Work Advancing
The M J Grove Construction Company leads rapid repairs turning Main Street into a state road. 5800 feet remain, 3000 torn up, 1500 feet of stone placed, and bed prepared as crews work from the western edge of Lown eastward near the M B church and Lutheran church. State Senator F N Zihlman arrives in Frederick to discuss a Republican congressional nomination and votes with local party leaders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Middletown
S: Main Street
M. J. Grove Construction Company
Lown
Bouilding
HHS
F. N. Zihlman
Cumberland
Congress
Frederick
Zihlan
Frederick County
Republican County Central Committee
Suit Against Railroad Over Trolley Injury Filed
William H. Markell of Hagerstown sues the Hagerstown and Frederick Railway for 5000 dollars damages claiming a trolley conductor negligently pushed him from a moving car. His father William C. Markell sues for 1000 dollars for medical bills and loss of services.
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William
H. Markell
Hagerstown
Grapes Plentiful Across County This Season
Reports from across the county indicate a good grape crop, especially in Middletown Valley, after a severe winter limited supply last year. Vines are loaded as grapes begin to ripen, with demand stable for fresh use and for making wine jelly and butter. Some nearby Petersville area reports mention minor damage to vines.
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Middletown Valley
Accoun
Petersville
Dogs Put Above Missions Ad Scrapes The Faith Message
A Mountain Lake Park address by Rev. Dr. W. E. Biederwolt condemns women who spend on dogs and cosmetics while neglecting missions and men who squander money on gas for cars. He cites 1940s U S spending figures for jewelry candy chewing gum soft drinks theatres tobacco liquor and missions. A horse incident near North Market Street ends after an auto light blind runaways. Earl Bagent sworn in as special officer for the Empire Theatre.
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Liederwelf
Mountain Lake Park
W. E. Biederwolt
Philadelphia
Commission On Evangelism
Federal Council
Church of Christ In America
United States
Dr. Biederwolt
John Kenney
McCardell
North Markie
Market Street
Third Street
Specia
Earl Bagent
Fraley
Empire
Cops Sue Cumberland News After Dismissals
Police Commissioner ousts Harry Reger and Charles Cage for alleged improper search and failure to report. Reger and Cage sue Cumberland Daily News Publishing Company for libel seeking damages of 20000 each over a front page article accusing them of robbing men in South Cumberland.
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Hummelshinie
Gunderland
Harry C. Reger
Charles Cage
Calof
Eisenhauer
Reger
Cage
Cumberland Daily News Publishing Company
Weeper
South
Cumberland
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Eedom
Utica
St. Paul's Union
Serge Barn Burns
John FF
Charles H. Javins
Washington
Colestille
Montgomery Sounis
Bate
Iace
England
Elizabeth i Lakin -George
Lovellsville
Birmingham
Washington County School Board
Paramount
Hagerstown Construction Company
David Mil le
Halfway
Fountaindale
Potomac Clearing
Paul Dutch
Rosenstock Bros
Ralph S
Wolfe
Rhode Island
Lews H. Fraley
Tona
Edgar .S
Twor
Plymouth
Ington
John Poole
Plymouth Rock Rock
James E. Doll
Wyandotte
Thomas Kemp
Gil
Rosenour, Bros
Wiliamson's
Mess& Clark
H. F. Shipley
Minorca
Rhoda Island
Busness
C. Thomas Kemp
E. D. Baltzell
R. S
Gem Foot Chopper
Thomas H. Haller
Markes
J. Wilson and Son
Staub
Walla
Neidig
F. Columbus Knott
L. S. Clingan
Rhodes
Kemp
Tor
Beat
Nise
Georgia
A. Poole
John Ed Schell
O. P
J. A. Wileiamson
David Groff
Palm
J. Helsley
Kellern
Zihlman
Railroad
Frederick Saving Store
Saga
Siete
Chambray
Russia
Natal
Drees
Cuirberland News
Atlantic
South Carolina
Avenue
Pennsylvania Railroad
Harry R. Flautt
Opera House Shoe
National Biscuit” Company
E. J. Winebrener
South Sts
Palace
S. A. Gregg
Market St. Frederick
James A. Long
Frederick, Md
Central
Aee
Sigas
Amnkles & Mullinix
White Cross
Mik
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