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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1919
Page
6
Fragments show a semi weekly paper with publishing details by Southern Printing and Manufacturing Company. It notes republication rights and subscription rates of 1.26 per year with prepaid back orders and club terms.
The Iowa Homestead notes wholesale cattle and dressed beef prices have fallen 25 percent since March 1 while retail prices lag. Wages rose for provision dealers, squeezing margins. Experts suggest government supervision to curb profiteering, but the public resists a large inspectorate. sentiment may push action if meat distribution remains costly.
Nearly every institution calls for lower prices while states push for higher wages and shorter hours, backed by strikes. The paradox is that both demands mean prices rise for sellers and fall for buyers, a solution that cannot be implemented and will force individuals to face the issue now.
Houston Post analyzes a sugar shortage blamed on exports exceeding domestic needs. It notes heavy Allied demand during war, calls for rationing discussion, and argues government finally cut exports to free civilian supplies amid rising living costs.
A Thursday gathering at Mr and Mrs Allen B Ramsburg home near Walkeraville celebrated Ellis O Ramsburgs 21st birthday with lavish decorations and a large guest list including Eliz O Ramsburg and many Ramsburg relatives and friends. Music was provided by Vira Whitam Lenhart Sydney Angleberger and Chester Lenhart.
Mise Goldie Haugh of Emmitsburg was assaulted by John Cramer of Graceham while returning from church with friends on East Main Street. An auto with several young men stopped, an offer to ride followed by Cramer leaping out to seize Haugh. She alleges a mouth strike and insulting remarks. Warrant by John W. Haugh, issued and Cramer held on $200 bail awaiting grand jury action in September.
A Free and Easy Club gathering on the Monocacy banks featured a giant logging haul. A sycamore log 6 feet across and 19 feet in circumference weighed seven tons. The tree was felled by James B. Dixon and his son in three and a half hours. Guests included J Frank Elis and son, George T. Howe family, Miss Elsie Howe Washington, Mrs Wood P. Johnson and Misses Virginia and Mirea Johnson of Norfolk, and Margaret McPherson, who is improving.
The column lists residents and visitors including Corporal W J Wicksedw of the US Marine Corps on business in Philadelphia, Captain and Mrs Elmer Munshow er returning from a Philadelphia wedding trip, and many locals visiting relatives in Baltimore, Washington, and Atlantic City. It notes birthdays, retirements, and several weekend gatherings across Frederick, New Market, Thurmont, and Kent counties with numerous mentions of family ties and seasonal travel.
Quiet wedding of Charles C. Stull of Bethel and Ma M Rice of Mountaindale at Walkersville Lutheran parsonage officiated by Rev. CoA Shike. Stull a Horse High School graduate and Yellow Springs band member, teaches manual training at Bruna wick High. They travel to Philadelphia then Atlantic City and visit New York.
Postmaster Williamson reports steady inflow of requisitions for army canned foods from 9:30 to 12, amid rumors of poor quality. Returned soldiers defend the products, noting cans in good condition and refund options. Officials warn orders may stop at any time and urge early submission before hours end.
County commissioners yesterday decided to build a road from the Detour pike to the Carroll county line on the two and one plan. Major work will start when neighbors assist. President David Quland says no crusher is available to crush stone. The dirt road begins at Detour pike end, passes Ladiesburg, to Carroll line. Length about three miles. Estimated cost between 3000 and 4000 dollars.
An advertisement touts tenoline as a miracle weight gain, featuring testimonials claiming 25 pounds gained in 20 to 30 days and improved sleep, with an offer to send a free box to prove its effects upon payment of 10 cents for postage.
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