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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1920
Page
5
Fragmented ad page shows sale notices and reunion card references. Names include George M and D. Hendrickson with others obscured by OCR. Rocky Springs appears as a location, unclear dates or details.
R L Weber of Baltimore visiting Thurmont died suddenly after entering the post office to see postmaster Joseph C Gernand. He collapsed within minutes and died before aid arrived. He had suffered Bright's disease for some time and is survived by his widow Hattie Gernand and daughter Celeste, plus brother C J Weber of Baltimore.
Miss Ethel G Cline of Brunswick died at City Hospital from tubercular meningitis at age 20. She worked at the Brunswick telephone exchange for six years and is survived by her parents two sisters and a brother. Funeral at the Methodist church tomorrow at 3 p.m. Mrs Harriet Parsons widow of Simon Parsons died at her son’s home in Baltimore. She leaves two sons Archer J and I Manning Parsons and other relatives in the city. Infant Clarence E R Sharrer died near Lewistown at six days old. funeral held at 10 a.m. with Rev Charles A Shilekte officiating and burial in M E church cemetery.
The funeral of Bessie Gilbert was held yesterday afternoon at 2:30 from her home in Lewistown. The service, conducted by Rev. U. S. G. Rupp, included choir participation from the Lutheran church. Also noted is the funeral of Mrs. Minerva Elizabeth Clingan, widow of Lewis Hukany, with services at East Patrick Street and interment at Mt. Olivet, under direction of C. C. Carty, funeral director.
The City Opera House contracts Beaumont Studios of New York to design extensive stage decorations. Benjamin E. Stottlemyer, via attorney Samuel A. Lewis, files for absolute divorce from Mary B. Stottlemyer amid legal and theatrical industry links.
Heights residents outlined community improvements at a Monday musicale in the auditorium. George H. Davis, president, reported $126 from entertainment, bringing over $300 to the center for resort improvements including fire hose and water supply needs. Plans include another water source, a concrete Maryland avenue walk, and a potential station-top reading room for visitors. A 100 per cent clean-up day Friday asks cottage owners to join in lawn care and trash removal.
The Public Service Commission is expected to approve a gas rate hike for Hagerstown Light and Heat Company though objections exist. The proposal seeks a 10 cent rise to 1.50 for the first 5,000 feet, 1.40 for 5,001 to 25,000, and 1.35 for over 26,000 feet with a $1.35 minimum and service fee. Auditor Dunn noted the company could post a profit over costs under the new schedule, while Mayor and Council of Hagerstown protested the increase.
Harold L. Stevens and Mrs Etta M Monath of Westminster were arrested by Officers Sailes and Divine at Security near Hagerstown. Stevens charged with transporting the woman for immoral purposes and with neglecting her three year old child. They reportedly traveled from Westminster to a village near the Pennsylvania border then to Security where they rented a house and lived as husband and wife. Monath appeared in the Police Court and urged his wife to return to her home and child.
Grand Master H Dorsey Etchison appeals Frederick and Baltimore members to raise 100000 dollars for an Odd Fellows Homes in the Maryland jurisdiction. Frederick is hoped to lead efforts during Etchison’s administration, boosting national pride of the order. Separately Frederick county schools set Sept 7 start. Labor Day weekend opens, with teacher meetings likely. Real estate ad notes sale of 247 Dili Avenue by D Harp for Mrs Laura Shafer of Rocky Springs, price undisclosed but reported at about 10000 dollars.
Card of thanks from Mr and Mrs Oliver and family for kindness during illness and death of Bessie. Picnic at Rocky Springs in Woodsboro with music by a local band. Knights of Columbus reunion at Pen Mar August 19 with 9:30 a.m. departure and 7:00 p.m. return, fare 1.10. Various local notices include vehicle listings, music events with Al Palmer and Novelty Orchestra, and a furniture auction at 405 East Patrick Street with cash terms, August 19.
Bargain listing for 96 acres improved with an S-room stone dwelling bank barn chicken houses 500 peach trees 200 quince trees two rings on farm small wood lot price 7000 including 1921 wheat crop. Apply to Noah E Cramer Sons 11 East Church Street. Also miscellaneous ads for polishing mops sewing machines phonographs and shoes.
The Montgomery County Agricultural Society has named judges for the upcoming Rockville fair. Heavy draft horses will be judged by Edward Nicodemus of Waynesboro Pa and Frank Mish of Hagerstown. light draft and saddle horses by O Gheen of Washington. hogs and sheep by B Jones of Montrose Pa. farm products by F B Jones of Waterford Va. vegetables and fruit by E Wi Scott of Rockville.
The document lists officers and a board of directors including D. Baker, Wm G Baker, Zemirman, Saml G Duvall, Joseph McDivitt, and others such as Rameburg, De KefaUvER, Hall, Conley, Barghtt, Newman, Gamdrill, Baer. It references a capital figure around 100,000 and names multiple positions like president vice president cashier and treasurer. The item reads as a bank notice or charter stub with names and roles for governance.
Eugene H. Albaugh, grain insurance agent, urges farmers to insure their wheat crops against fire. He notes harvest near completion and offers short term policies at low cost with prompt ignition. Contact details include phone number 74-1 and location on Market Street.
Jobn D Handrickson advertises wonderful silks and silks at reduced prices. The brief notice urges quick purchase of silk foulards in plain colors including black, navy, browns, and olives for all occasions and autumn wear.
A frenzied newspaper ad promises discounted kimonos and Japanese crepe robes with Oriental embroidery. Imported silk lingerie items and remnants of silk and cotton are offered at remarkably low prices, with war tax extra. Demand urged: don’t delay and save today.
Classified listing shows numerous farms for sale rural Frederick area including 10 acre with improvements for 4000, 60 acres well improved near Walkersville, 20 acres near Pike, 142 acres good improvements on Pike, 213 acres with dairy potential within miles of Frederick, 241 acres with timber and telephone poles value, plus other timber and well watered tracts. Prices range from a few thousand to $100,000s. Contact details not fully clear.
The notice lists multiple farms for sale near Jefferson Urbana Utica Adams town Pel tersville Woodsboro and Poolesville in Montgomery and nearby counties. Properties range from 36 to 222 acres with improvements including houses barns and outbuildings. Prices and exact locations vary.
Listings show multiple brick dwellings with steam heat and baths, nine to eleven rooms, spacious lots, and modern features. Properties include on Third Street, Second Street, Madison Street, Market Street, and South Street with prices from $4,000 to $16,000 and notes of elegant, well located housing and business properties. Leasing and possession details appear incomplete but indicate October availability and high demand.
A local real estate mortgage investment manager, Patrick, was announced with Frederick noted as a partner. The brief identifies roles within the investment firm and outlines the individuals involved in the leadership.
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