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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1897
Page
3
Weather update from W L Moons chief of the Weather Bureau notes partly cloudy skies for tonight and Thursday with no precipitation expected and mild temperatures throughout the period.
Purely personal notes list residents and guests visiting from Hagerstown Frederick and Baltimore. Names include F Elmer Barnes George A Arnold Rudolph Crouse Bessie Doll Rodwell Farner William Borldir Anglin O Conner Rose Flannigan Mabel Whitman and others visiting or returning from New York Philadelphia Baltimore Lancaster and Gaithersburg with brief travel mentions and host city notes.
Sister Isidore Kenny of the Sisters of Charity, long serving as slater superior at St. Vincent's Hospital in Norfolk, leaves Bilmore for Emmitsburg to continue her devoted life work. Born in Ireland, she came to America young and aided during the 1955 yellow fever crisis at Wavatū Hospital.
The Grade Reformed Sunday School of Walkersville will hold its annual picnic in Retreat Grove near Fountain Rock Station and the F sod W turnpike on Saturday August 20 1897. The program includes music by the Walkerville Corset Band and addresses by prominent speakers. Refreshments will be sold in the grove for the school’s benefit.
An itinerant portrait painter has set up a tent and a van on the Development Company grounds. Four special peach trains have been run on the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad during the past week.
A colored man named Alexander Johnson, who had been living in a cellar on Weet All Sainte street, was committed to Monta gue Hospital yesterday by Magistrate Bherfirattrm ot days.
Local notice reports the passing of Doc, a well loved bick setter owned by John Fleshman, a engineer at Uatoe Knaltting M11. The community remembers the dog as a splendid companion among neighbors and friends.
Taylor surveys Frederick County's colored residents on Emancipation Day, noting well dressed homes, lively crowds, and white ownership of venues and finances. He contrasts wealth and leisure with strict race boundaries, praising self reliance, education, and temperate living while recalling Barbara Frietchie and local history.
Dr De Foster Winn lectures about Spanish brutality in Cuba claiming not all truth is told of Spain's policy. He appeals for Red Cross aid, meeting with Clara Barton and other leaders in Washington and receiving mass support from an overflowing audience. He plans to return to Cuba after two months leave, carrying important dispatches.
The Third Street baseball team won 19 to 5 yesterday afternoon. Batteries: Third Street Houck Baer Bertz. Young Sliggers Grove Word Derzo.
His Honor Mayor A R Yeakle reserved a certificate of membership in the Mercantile Association of New York City. Mr W F King is president and Mr Charles T Root secretary. The certificate is an engraved work with a miniature view of Manhattan, Brooklyn and Jersey City.
Weather note from J De Vos forecasts a hot week followed by a large storm developing in Ontario, reaching the Atlantic Coast by the 26th. Temperature drops expected on the 7th, with cold fronts across the Northern States until the 30th. September to bring sultry spells, showers, and temp swings.
Multiple 19th century property transfers listed with grantees and grantors. Seunan M Kemp to Charles D Grove 4 acres for 110 dollars. Nass et al to Abner Merryman 6 acres 37 perches for 300. Routziba to John V Alexander 3 roods 43 perches for 143 dollars 13 cents. Blahop to Amy A eee aquare reches and Shoemaker to Amy A Shoemaker 20 acres 1 rood 10 perches for 20325. Winebranner to bagets A 5 Ron zabn 3 parcels for 450 and premises. Baer to Daniel E Stauffer 11 acres for 165. Mato executor to Edward J Rodley Weyerton real estate for 43 dollars.
In Redland Christian Church last Sunday Rev. Ray Field faced a bee incident as an old gray bee entered the Sunday school superintendent’s shoe and stung the parson on the head. Congregants swarmed in, with multiple stings reported, including Postmaster H B Penn. Officials vow to remove the bees before next Sunday.
Mr A M Blackeller and wife of Taylor’s Krog’s Fool company arrive in Frederick after a summer season and plan to tour with Mr B T Rhodes Merrymakers company. The Merrymakers open the season for a week beginning August 36th with a newly painted repertoire.
Colored couples William Tempie with Jennie Butcher and Lewis Wallace with Anna Gray are recorded in this county. William Henry Bowerman from Urbans election district and Irene Bunder of Carroll county. Frank Only with Ezabeth Contee, both of the city. Edward B. Chsplay of Allegheny city and Gathering Elizabeth Glessner of the city. George T. Lowe and Bosale M. Pil mor, both of the city.
The twelfth annual Briddletown union picnic will be held at Middletown qualry in Mrs Youngs woods west Middletown on Saturday August 28. Attractions include a merry go round free graphophone exhibitions music led by a Baltimore vocalist and speeches by Rev L L Leiber of Gettysburg Pa Dr W C Boteler of Washington and others. Two bands His Asions and Reedyayilie provided music.
Mrs. Henry Haby on East Patrick street notes two be cuifa cactus grandifisis in bloom last night. One plant stands five feet tall with six perfect flowers and several buds. Mr. Chas Haller on Whisner street reports a Cereum blooming beautifully last night. Mrs. Wm Zimmermann on East Patrick street shows a mammoth curfisher stalk ten feet high with one hundred flowers blooming.
Mr James Prinkard of near Walkerv ille reports seven cows lost in the last four or five weeks due to a dog attack. The cows grew ill but not severely. The dog was killed.
Actor Irving Brooks, en route to Frederick to join the Merrymakera troupe, fell from a bicycle in New York City. The injuries were serious enough that Mr. Rhodes had to sub in another actor to fill his role.
A coasting contest is scheduled for seven o'clock this evening on the Reservoir road. Competing are Abram EHichelberger E. J. Haier Thousi A. Chijlne and RB. W. Crouse. Judges named are W. Backey and W Kogsman.
The Yellow Springs Cornet Band will furnish music at the Creageratown picnic this Saturday. The event is billed as one of the largest of the season and the music is expected to be a highlight for attendees.
A Middletown Valley leader told Neane that locals favor an early completion of the Myersville Catootis Electric Road to open up Frederick County. Promoters will push sales until September first, aiming to have the Frederick and Middletown Road board extend their line to Myorarlie for a valley connection to Frederick.
The Democratic State Central Committee met at noon at the Carrollton Hotel in Baltimore to map campaign plans for the fall elections. Chairman Murray Vandiver said methods to meet county and city needs were discussed. registration and Gaines committees were to be formed, with Crouse chairing the registration panel and finance chair yet to be chosen. No treasurer appointed, and no word from Senator Gorman on withdrawal. State headquarters to open September 1, location undecided amid hotel concerns.
Myr. Jegia Balle, one of Frederick Countys oldest citizens, died at his daughter Mrs. P. S. C. Barelys home on North Market Street at 6:30 this morning. He was 97 years and 27 days old. Survived by one daughter and his wife predeceased him. Funeral Friday at 8 oclock from his home. Interment Mt Olivet Cemetery.
A fragmentary ad reads Monday morning sale with clearances and desirable pricing on goods. The readable lines emphasize discounts and low prices aimed at attracting shoppers.
The wedding of Glargs T. Lowe and Bessie A. Palmer took place last night at eight with Rev C. W. Etnespring officiating. Bride wore blue henrietta gown. carnations and Franco rose bouquets. maid of honor Grace Rove in a variegated pick dress. Groom and best man John Falk Jr in black. couple will travel to Baltimore Philadelphia and New York then reside at Mr Jacob Wiles home.
Hr John C Hardt leads the Guosis Orphan Asylum children on a morning trip to Braddock Heights for a day of picnicking.
An original pension has been granted to George Manden of Emmitsburg in this county.
Goward Kuaamaal son of Howard Enssmaui janitor at the Cuct Houze suffered a likely serious accident at Island Park yesterday. While riding a merry go round the handle slipped striking his throat and face. He fell, sustaining several cuts and bruises but returned to work at the Western Union Telegraph office this morning.
Baltimore and Ohio Railroad receivers ordered new five pound steel rails months ago. Deliveries arrive at a rate of 5 600 tons per month and show steady progress. If weather stays good at least 26 000 tons will be on the tracks by Christmas. Nearly a million cross ties have been bought in the last year and are ready for the falls. About 10 000 tons of new steel will be laid on lines west of the Ohio River this fall.
The Buckeys town Christian Endeavor Society will meet at 8 o'clock this evening with Mr John F Baker in charge. The topic is Have We the Spirit of Christ. County Commissioners adjourned to visit Urbsee district to discuss a road matter. They will reconvene on Monday September 8. Health ad copy for Hood's Sarsaparilla emphasizes pure blood and vitality.
Local notice announces a round the flag encampment of the G B R to be held August 23 in Ball. It notes President McKinley and government officials will attend and describes an enthusiastic reception planned. Also offers tickets at one fare for a Baltimore and Ohio Rail Road trip east of the Ohio River on trains August 21 22 and 23 with contact for B and O agents.
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