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Newspaper

News

Location

Frederick, Maryland, United States of America

Date

Aug 16, 1893

Page

3

Personal notes on Addison Collisower and visitors in Frederick

A column of names and brief movements: Addison Collisower, a Graceham clerk for Dolf Brothers, and numerous Hanover, Baltimore, and Frederick residents visiting relatives, attending the World's Fair, or traveling toAtlantic City, Chicago, and other spots.

Addison Collisower Graceham Dolf Brothers Clarke McKailip Hanover F. T. Rhodes J. Stern Sol Stern Socks J. Newman Carrellton Springs Carrel Baltimore F. W. E. Dorsey Second Street Ebert Eva Nunamekker Hegerstown Frederick Lela D. Smith Messrs Raymond Shriner Harry Stratton Washington Charles F. Newnan Cumberland Bliss Lucy Ramsberg Deer Park Charlies Hooper Washington, D.C William Hooper East South Street Sadie Ssyler Mechanicstown Sadie Smith Smithburg Julia Osler Sadie Shriner Maggie Doty Jefferson Julius Lechner Atlantic City Jezeze Baile Nannie Heintein Thomas Yeable Emmitsburg E. R. Zechbaca Rosie Thompson Brunswick Robert Thompson Ealtimore Benjamin Morning Dita Byrds Goldsmith Garrolion Springs Chicago Niagara Falls

Frederick county mail routes under study by Rep McKaig

Brief items report Representative McKaig visiting the Post Office Department to discuss adjusting several stage mail routes in Frederick county but no definite results were reached. Other notes mention Mount Carmel Sunday School picnic, scientific musings on air and wells, and local curiosities and events.

McKaig Frederick County Mount Carmel P.M. Biteshew’s Grove Baltimore Pike France Tacgart Creek James King Farm G. A. Romen Frederick Hagerstown Lyon Post Fosamal Nubia Aero Nev Great Britain Ben Lomond England Normandy Anderson Polley Joseph Freeze Mechanicstown Gumpsy New York

Social World Party at Kel Mar

A social group rode the 1.20 train to Kel Mar and spent an evening on the Monococy banks with Miss Grace Stars of Baltimore visiting the city. Miss Adele Green of New York celebrated her fourth birthday at Mr. David Kolb’s East Third street residence with games, refreshments, and lantern-lit lawn festivities.

Kel-Mar Grace Stars Baltimore Adele Green New York David Kolb East Third Street

Tuesday Market Shows Abundant Produce Yet High Prices

Market reports show abundant yesterday morning despite drought, with persistent high prices. Berries scarce and plums nearly gone while grapes sold at 10 cents a box. Cucumber supply plentiful at 50 cents per hundred. corn weak due to weather. cabbage beets onions strong. sweet potatoes abundant and dry. If moneyed, buyers can secure ample food at dawn.

Frederick County

Selections From Se Was Of The State News

A roundup of local items including Judge Roberts improving his health Howard county school bonds maturing this year will be paid Prohibitionists in Queen Anne county nominate ticket Miss Margaret McCoy injured in a carriage accidentWashington county adds two districts to the county drought hurts Kent farmers Texas fever hits cows in Cecil county Sisters from France at St Charles College dam at Albeton Cotton Mills Howard county teachers exams five applicants Allegany county judicial campaign heating up Dorchester delegates instructed for Ocean City convention Christian Brothers retreat at Rock Hill changes announced Snow Hill builders seek work temporary sheds under construction as debris cleared

Roberts Howard County Queen Anne County Margaret MeCoy Cecil County Washington County Kent County Joseph Dean Iron Hill France St. Charles College Albeton Ellicott City

Weather Lore Forecasts Dry Spell Tied to Virgin Mary Visit

A six week dry spell lingers after no rain on July 2, aligning with an old tradition that rain on that day predicts three months of wet weather, while a dry spell follows. July 9, Saint Swithin’s day, presages forty days of rain if it falls. since July 10 saw no rain, the forecast remains for dry weather until mid month.

Elizabeth

Runaway Horses Rear Wagon Near City Hotel

Yesterday evening about 6:20 two horses hitched to a wagon owned by Henson Windsor of Montgomery county were frightened by a City Hotel bus on South Market street. They struck a jagger wagon, overturning it and throwing occupants Messrs. Stephens and George Fout of Ballenger Creek. The jagger was badly damaged. four people were unhurt. Windsor was arrested and released on promise to pay damages. The incident stirred crowds as people returned from work.

Henson Windsor Montgomery County City Hotel South Market Street Jagger Stephens George Fout Ballenger Creek Windsor Lerch Justice Eckstein

Funeral Rites for Lydia Bunton Held at Prescant Hill

The body of Lydia Bunton was brought from Baltimore by the 1043 train and given funeral services at Dankferd church on Prescant Hill near Moaravis. Rev. Senseny led the ceremony with several ministers assisting, followed by burial in the church’s grounds. Undertaker W T Lewis arranged the services. Laura Dorzey, colored, died Monday night of paralysis and was buried from the Catholic church on East Street with pallbearers Frank Onley, Anthony Webster, Chas Dorsey, Allen Hills. C C Carty was funeral director.

Lydia Bunton Baltimore Metrovie

Orphans' Court Report on Estate of Slifer and Smith

A report of sales of personal property of estate of John G. M. Slifer, deceased, was filed. An inventory of current money of same estate was filed. The first and final account of Elizabeth Boost, administratrix of Emanuel T. Smith and of Esta O. Slifer, administratrix of John H. M. Slifer, deceased, were filed and distribution made.

John G. M. Slifer Elizabeth Boost Emanuel T. Smith Esta O. Slifer John H. M. Sliter

OUR CANNING FACTORIES OPEN SEASON AT TWO PLANTS

The Murray Canning Factory started corn packing yesterday, one week after last year, with upgraded machinery and a growing operator force. The Frederick Packing Company shows heavy activity, packing up to 100000 cans daily as corn supply remains limited by dry weather. tomatoes and beans are expected to begin soon depending on rain. Modern methods reduced past delays, and workers including men women and children earn full wages during the season.

Mchurray Canning Factory Sesson Frederick Packing Company Havier Mir. Dixon Dixon Mr. Rice

The Work of Death Mrs Mussetter Died at Ninety One

Multiple death notices report the passing of Mrs Elec Mussetter aged 91 near Kemp ton township with a large funeral at Providence M P church conducted by Rev Norwood of Ridgeville. Interment followed in the church cemetery with L T Lewis in charge.

Mussetter Kemptons Elec Mussetter Providence M. P. Church Nev Wm. Norwood Ridgeville Psil Brook Buxton Buxton Ely Hyatt F. Engle John Moleaworth Thos. Griffith L. T. Lewis Katie May Frank Columbia Burdette Bartholtow Howard Chapel Liteinger Howard Circuit M.P. Church Ally Ingle Raymond Fout Jessie Molesworth Edele Baker William Lewis Kemptown Joshua D. Koogle Middletown Valley John D.C. Koogle Washington City Remedure Middletown LA Dea Buxton Lydia Buxton Sirs Wm. Flemming Baltimore Brethren’s Monrovia Senseney Pall

Harmony Grove Summer Visit and Wayland Birthday Drill

Masters Patrick Tucker and Bennett of Washington DC summered at Mr GC T Picking's Harmony Grove. Lisiibhutséay celebrated Master Tucker Wayland's twelfth birthday with a party. Wayland youngsters attended and conducted an exhibition drill earning praise. Master Patrick Wayland leads a 40 boy company in Washington DC.

Patrick, Tucker and Bennett Nd Washington, D.C GC. T. Picking Harmony Grove Lisiibhutséay Tucker Wayland Wayland Patrick Wasyiland Washington City

Fire on High Knob Dominates Weekend News

Firefighters battled on High Knob in Catoctin Mountain with a weeklong blaze near Bam burg under control Monday night. A new fire on Frederick side flared Sunday, scorching hundreds of acres of timber, and another near Hamburg sparked anew. Ashes spread to Middletown while a separate blaze was spotted near Baw Bottom. Edward Koontz appointed deputy collector of internal revenue for Frederick and Carroll counties, to take office September first. J A Wastler resigns as district collector. Koontz, a longtime resident and former election supervisor, is connected with the Junior Steam Fire Engine Company.

High Frederick Hamburg James Bier Baw Bottom Baur Agatama Middletown Knouts Edward Hoontz Murray Vandiver Internal Revenue Frederick and Carroll Counhies J. A. Wastler Llacambent Notidudio Gant Koontz Totelligtaesa

Upton Carter Reported Return From the Dead

The colored man Upton Julio Carter, once believed dead, has reportedly reappeared in the western countryside. Locals describe him as having witchlike powers, claiming he could control animals and perform supposed miraculous feats. Fear and excitement spread as communities hesitate to meet him.

Upton Carter Upton Julio Carter Carter

Biser Responds to West Third Street Blast Inquiry

Mr Biser explains to the editor that no one objected to blasting the foundation for the new building on West Third Street. He notes only one person spoke after the injunction was laid and then left the city.

Weather and Crops in Maryland Past Week Report

The Maryland Weather Bureau notes ongoing drought across most counties with limited relief from scattered rain. Harford County saw 2.84 inches on Saturday August 12, significantly aiding crops, while Baltimore received only 0.5 inches. Early week was hot followed by cooler days, but drought remains damaging to corn, potatoes, tobacco, and gardens statewide. Buckeystown reports worsening corn and garden injuries amid heat.

Lo Harford County Baltimore Shorea Maryland Harford County Anne Arundel County Frederick County Buckeystown Baces

Accident Averted Near Baltimore and Ohio Rail

A near miss on the Baltimore and Ohio line was narrowly avoided when repair workers Guia E Crouse George Lerch and George Hoffman halted their truck about thirty feet from an engine after slowing traffic at a curve near the Rameburg fertilizer factory. In other notes, bass caught on the Monocacy and carp weighed up to 13 pounds were reported by various locals. health officials vow strict vaccination enforcement for school entrants, with legal action for noncompliance.

Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Guia. E. Crouse George Lerch George Hoffman Rameburg Piscatorial W. A. Roteris W. A. Stull Tuccarera J. C. Cronfse Wm. Stull Harmony Grove Biggs’ Ford

Arrests for Freight Car Burglary in Branswick

Frank Manning, Absries Shultz, and Wm. Kiley three juvenile suspects, all white except Kiley who is colored, were arrested in Branswick this morning for breaking open B&O Railroad freight cars. Magistrate Blessing committed them to jail for action by the grand jury, and they were brought to the city this morning.

Frank Manning Absries Shultz Wm. Kiley Branswick Magistrate & Y. Blessing

Saint John's Sunday School Picnic in Crenge Woods

The Sodastity led event today for Saint John's Sunday School with 150 scholars traveling in H. C. Zacharias excursion wagons to Crenige's woods for a community picnic.

Saint John’s Sunday School Sodastity Crenige’s Woods H. C. Zacharias

Plente Parry Enjoyed By City Ladies And Gentlemen

Aamsl party of ladies and gentlemen from this city spent a pleasant afternoon picnicking near Fairview yesterday.

Plente Parry Fairview

Disorderly conduct arrests reported in Saturday night incident

Officer Lerch arrested Weaver Pean and Nicholas Robinson both colored for disorderly conduct on Saturday night. Justice Eckstein fined both $295 each. Weather forecast notes potential rain with mentions of water spouts expected by Saturday authored by Goull and Hicks.

Weaver Pean Nicholas Robinson Lerch Justice Eckstein Goull Hicks

Calfornia syrup of figs praised as wholesome laxative

A Pasadena era advertisement extols Syrup of Figs as pure and wholesome medicine. It claims the remedy pleases the palate and, by gently stimulating the kidneys and liver, cleanses the bowels and improves health and comfort for all who use it.

Sale of Gideon Lease farm nets good price at Centerville

Yesterday Harvey R. Lease sold the home farm of the late Gideon Lease at Centerville for 74 acres. J. M. Lease, administrator, sold to Mr. 7. C. Miller for 2950 dollars. Personal property also sold well and attendance was good.

Harvey R Centerville County J. M Gideon Lease 7. C. Miller

Summer Dress Stairs Clearance in Dry Goods Department

In the dry goods department a clearance sale offers summer dresses and fabrics including lawns challies figs and stales with various items to be cleared out in the upcoming period.

Half Rate Excursions to The World's Fair by B and O

The Haltmore and Ohio Ral' read Co. offers round trip special excur sions from Baltimore and stations west to Chicago at one fare. Trains include first class coaches with observatories, a Tourist Agent, and porter. Tickets valid on special trains outward and return within ten days, with stops at meal stations and local trains allowed from way points.

Haltmore Ohio Speial Chicao Atlantic City Alantic City Baltimore Washington Potomac Mt. Vernon Tomb of Frederick Ia W. T. Mullinix

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the Daily News Frederick Weather Record Py Bewser Lawrs Wassisetos, D. C MW. Harsineron The Weather Bureau Wachigne Jacob Rohrback A. Frazier Patrick Street Serene Ews Ames E. Walker & Co Pamity Ai Bird Jacket Dry Goode Reno’s New William Jones West Second Street Howard Kussmaul Court Honee Park Board of Aldermen Crry Hotel F. D. Owings E. J. Langford H. C. Lufton H. B. Gaizor W.C. Simms KR. Weisinger H. E. Lupus W. B. Eldridge W. Fcreelman L. P. Barimufi L. Gross Meredith Bailey Philadelphia H. Mown F. A. Mowbay Disckson Biells Mosher Hugh Mosher Grort Horse George H. J. Edmonston the Couny A.C. McCardell Dr. Goldsborough Wasiersville Geo. M. Potts Miller Abe Harry D Stone Flv. Staub Duscess J. ©. Reicker Washington, D. C Fire Company No 4 James O. Connor Franklinville Toll Gate Sacor Doley Jacob Boles Lewistown Boley David Ane EH John Newcomer M. E John Hendrickson Rodock & Neidig Frodock & Niskig Rodock Neidig AT. Rige & Sons Aive & Sons Bux Hal Chaseroxs North Freederice,. Wn D. Hangon Stauffer Otto C Withide Slot Walkersville Maryland Werther Baresu Wm. A. Balzell James E. Waleer & CO J. B. Waleer & CO Terest Mings DRY Goods Department Mou & Kaw Keller & DeLashmutt East B. Ho. Buncstoy N. Marcer Si Sugisdlw Wstep Eny Camrge Saul Reliable House Cor Canal John EW Bargett
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