Aug 20 in History and notable events list
The entry blends historical figures and events including Robert Herrick the English poet born in 1591, his shift from Cambridge to church life, and later editions of his works. It mentions 1794 Wayne victory at Maumee Rapids, 1850 Balzac death, 1861 comet sighting, and a Spanish prime minister assassinated at San Sebastian.
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Robert Herrick
Shakespeare
Herrick
Cambridge
Dean Prior
Davene “Shire
Charler
Merrick
England
America
Hesperides
Sealer
Sone
Inerica
Eugene Spotiwell's Bird Pie Tonight at Fair Grounds
A fragment announces property for sale linked to Eugene Spotiwell and a fair grounds event featuring dry goods and Bird Pie Tonight. The readable text is sparse but implies a local sale notice and vendor names in a period style.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eugene ‘Spotiweller
Gilés.& Co
Ssle
Visitors and Return Trips Across Frederick Area
Miss Mecy Shaft of Emmiteth visits Frederick with Mr and Mrs Dorsey Pyson of Baltimore visiting Knox. Miss Nina Mitchell of York joins Grace and Mavis Price in this city. Mrs Hegi Mald Willaerson from Baltimore visits Mrs George A Morgan. Miss Rebecca Claggett and Miss Rose Wertheimer return from Capon Springs after a few weeks. Mr and Mrs Charles W Ros Jr at Court Square return from cottage at Brad dock Heights. Martha McClellan of Women’s College returns after vacation in Virginia and West Virginia. Mr and Mrs W A Railing spend weeks with Rev H W Wisaler in Mt Crawford Pa then mountain near Rawley Springs Va before returning.
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Mecy Shaft
Emmiteth
Frederick
Dorsey
Pyson
Son
Bal-timore
Knox
Jarbos
Near
Leesburg
Nina, Mirchell
York
Grace
Mavis Price
Hrathes Stitley
Hegi
Mald Willaerson
Baltimore
George’a. Morgan
Misa Rebecca Claggett
Misa Rose ‘Wertheimer
Capon Springs
Gourt Square
Braddock Heights
Mise Martha McClellan
Woman’s College
Virginia
West Virginia
W. A. Railing
H. W. Wisaler
Mt.Crawford
Rawley Springs
Johnson released in habeas case at Mount Autry
Frederick Johnson, a colored man charged with carrying concealed weapons, appeared before Judge Motter on a writ of habeas corpus this morning. He had escaped from cane gang laborers at the B. & OC works in Mount Autry, with F. McPaubel representing him.
Funeral services for George M. Shsw at Woodsboro home
The funeral for the late George M. Shsw of Woodsboro was held at his home at 10 o'clock with Rev. D. J. Walle officiating. Bearers included Jacob Hay, Michael Hay, Branner, Jacob Hall, G. W. Davilbiss, Gaura Donsife, and Dr. B. StamBaugh. D. A. Sharetts served as general director. County matters note the Board of County Commissioners approving extra road appropriations and considering repairs on a Urdauna district road. County Treasurer Riser treated the commissioners to ice cream and cake, a gesture described as greatly enjoyed.
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George M. Shsw
Woodsboro
D. 3. Walle
Sg Rigi
Hope Cemetery
Messrs
Jacob
Michael Hay
Branner
Jacob Hall
G. W. Davilbiss
Gaura Donsife
BE. Stambaugh
D. A. Sharetts
Board of County Commissioners
Urdaua
East Church Street paving contract moves forward
J A Fritchie of Lancaster Pa awarded the paving contract for the first two blocks of East Church Street and expects to begin about September 15. The contract, prepared by T Chalney Hatton of Wilmington Del, has been sent and is expected to be signed soon. The deal requires completion within forty working days after starting, with a $10 deduction per every day of delay. owners on the block between Chapel and Pennsylvania signed a petition urging city action, while some believe the third block could wait until next year if Fritchie agrees to pave it at the same rate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. A. Fritchie
Lancaster
East Church
Feitchie
T. Chalney Hatton
Wilmington
Del
Hatton
Mr. Fritchie
Fritchie
Javery
East Oburoh Street
Chapal ‘al- Jey
Pennsylvania
Belived
Bame
Poole Sister Rites Reported After Death
Fragmentary OCR notes describe Miss Poole’s death and funeral details. It mentions her residence with Professor Poole and Bascom Poole, a married sister, and reference to Cumberland Street. The garbled text preserves names and relations but lacks clear dates or events.
Baltimore and Ohio rail road orders for locomotives and outlays
The Baltimore and Ohio Railroad plans to procure 100 new locomotives, bringing total engines under construction to 154 and deliveries to 25460 by next summer. The project entails about 4.5 million dollars for locomotives and rail improvements, with total outlay around 10 million dollars for track upgrades and reconstruction to Chicago. Frederick Embrey of Fauquier Springs Va died suddenly after becoming trapped upside down on barbed wire, likely from brain pressure. A runaway horse at the City Hotel baggage wagon near the Pennsylvania depot caused baggage to fly and a curb to strike, but no injuries. Frederick County Christian Endeavor Union will hold a rally and picnic at Braddock Heights with speakers from Baltimore. a special car departs from the square at 10.00 AM. Mrs Frank Hargett will depart for Cumberland to decorate Wertheimer Brow store windows near opening.
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Baltimore and “Ohio “Railroad
Baltimore Ohio
Chicago
Aggregate
Frederick Embrey
Fauquier Springs
Christian Endeavor Raily
Tas
Frederick County
Christian Endeavor Union
Braddock Heights
Baltimore
Municipal officials invited to Grand Rapids convention
Frederick's municipal authorities have been invited by Grand Espids, Michigan, to attend the Teague of American Municipalities convention to be held there August 5 29.
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Grand Rapid
Frederick
Grand Espids
Mich
Teague of American Munisipalitien
Local Health News and Notable Illnesses
The Sick. Mr D B Scholl of Bast Patrick street is on the sick list. Peter Daitrick, paralyzed at Olivet cemetery, is critically ill at his home on East Fifth Street. Advertising noted as a blend of good judgment and enterprise.
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Mr. D. BE. Scholl
Patrick Street
Peter Daitrick
Mr. Olivet Cemetery
East Fifth Strest
Attendance at Talbot County Fair Opens Strong
News of the State reports a large opening day attendance at the Talbot County Fair in Baatoo, larger than any prior first day and reflecting strong community interest in the event.
Martinsburg and F A C Clash in Hail Tomorrow
Martinsburg holds 17 victories and 2 defeats while the F A C has 11 wins and no losses. The two teams are evenly matched at Athistic Park with a notable crowd expected for the forthcoming games between Martinsburg and Preter-Prig.
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Athistic Park
Martinsburg
Baltimore and Ohio Official Seeks New Route Amid Farm Selloff
Fragmentary text suggests talks of adjusting lines for a Baltimore and Ohio route, with mention of Cumberland Valley and a painter, plus a plan to travel next season. The speaker considers selling a frail farm and pursuing profits from snakes, amid uncertain timing and compensation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Witma
Zea
Washington County set primaries and convention dates
Colonel Little Will Not Run. The Democratic Central Committee met in Hagerstown and set August 30 as the primary date to elect delegates for the county convention on September 2. Delegates will go to the Sixth district nominating convention in Cumberland on September 4. Col. Charles A. Little declined to run despite urging. Washington County will not present a candidate.
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Colonel Little
Democratic Central Committee
Washington County
Hagerstown
Cumberland
Col
Charies A. Little
Roanoke College Opens 50th Year Address by Tucker
The Roanoke College opening marks its 50th year with a September 17 address by Hon. Henry S. Tucker of Lexington Virginia. A Spanish class will be organized, and instruction in stenography and typewriting will be offered in the business department by Jar B. Baron, a graduate of Bateswan Business College.
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Teoanoke College
Roanoke College
Henry St. George Tucker
Lexington
C. B. Cennaday
Jar. B. Baron
Ennesses
Baatwan Business College
Poughkeepsie
W.Y
Lightning Kills Pond Fish in Fauquier County VA
Lightning struck the pond of C B Skicker in Fauquier county Virginia killing all fish. An iron pipe stood center in the water and barb wire stretched across to deter trespassers. It is believed the wire attracted the lightning, causing the fish to die.
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C. B. Skicker
Fauquier County
Divorce Suit Filed by Mary M Pest in Cumberland County
Mary M Pest files for absolute divorce from Ebenezer Pent, married in Cumberland County in 1887. She alleges desertion in 1888 and threats of violence. Her home is Cumberland. defendant resides in this county.
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Mary M. Pest
Cumberland
Ebenezer Pent
Cannasy
Sale of Claggett Farm In Petersville District
Noah B. Cramer agent closed today the sale of the Thomas Claggett farm in Petersville district. The 245 acres were well improved and sold for $12,009 to David V. Stantler of near the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Noah B. Cramer
Thomas 7. Claggett
Petersville
David V. Stantler
Picnic Near Peterstilie at Oakland with Frederick Seleet Orchestra
A local picnic near Peterstilie is under way at Oakland today with the Frederick Seleet Orchestra in attendance. Community residents join in the outdoor event marking the day with music and fellowship.
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Peterstilie
Oakland
Frederick Seleet
Braddock Colony To Erect New Cottages Next Season
The Braddock Colony plans several additions for next season including a new home at Terrace Boulevard, an annex with social and dining halls, and cottages on the wharf near National Road. Residents note strong Sunday evening services, with August 24 set for an enhanced program led by the BroderickBelot Orchestra, and ongoing properties being surveyed for future transfers.
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D. G. White
Terrace Boulevard
Thorns Myer
Avalon Cottage
Catulpin ‘Cottage
H.K. Dolander
Middletown Diatrict
National Road
Biiaa
B.ratborg
Hrederick
Middletown Werd
Hoxe
Geo
Roderick, ‘Jr
Valley-Register
Anguat 24
Broderick Belot Orchdatra
Osmo Sohley
Apc
Catalpin
Fearne
Bobrback
Geo.m
Gittinger
Middletown
Peter W. Shafer
Lawrence Everhart
Jefferson Picnic Hosts Notable Community Pageant
The Jefferson Sunday school picnic gathered Saturday with the Methodist leading off followed by Lutheran and Reformed groups. A varied program featured pastors, male vocal quartets, organ, soloists, a flag drill with Miss Gillian Short and others, and a ribbon drill by young women. The event offered music, color, and youth pageantry in a summer woodland setting.
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Jefferson
O. W. R. Oram
Mensra. Cochran
Ouller
Ke Jar
Whipp
Amorton
The
Holy City
Dr. Oram
Max Onller
Mii
Fisg
Columbia
Misa
Gillian Short
Wen
Mary
Remabarg
Carrie DeBride
Oaks
Rawan
Ada Marriott
Greece
Myrtle Shall
Misa Hattie “Cochran
Lizzie Kellar
Hagel Hughes
Eleanor
Willard
Lonorab
Stockman
Olea Darner
Egypt
Japan
Missourius
Greca
Marriott
Berths
Roderiot
Elia. Biser
Speakford
Eohos
Ag Yong
Anide
Thoas
Tonch
Social World Notes From Urleans Event At Halls
Mr and Mrs Dizon Walker of Urleans hosted an evening at Hoopes with residents Ritchie Edith Ritchie and Ce Aa icNGavone HELLS INN. The event featured a Frederick orchestra at Loganore Halls Jan thie evening. Watermelon feast hosted by Dr Henry Radcliffe at Valley View Cottage Braddock Heights on the front piazza by moonlight.
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Walker
Urleans
Hoopes
Ritchie
Edith
Howite
Hells Inn
Lioganore Halls
Frederick
Henry ‘Radcliffe
Valley View
Braddock Heights
Inwood Fair Opens With Record Entries At Park
The ninth annual Inwood Agricultural Association fair began at Inwood Park eight miles south of Martinsburg West Virginia. Entries exceed previous years and organizers expect the fair to eclipse past events. Exhibits include top stock farm products from the Shenandoah valley with side shows bands visiting groups and tournaments among attractions.
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Anwood
Inwood Agricultural Association
Inwood Park
Martinsburg
W. Va
Shenardoah Valley
Strike at Cumberland Delays Government Building Work
Laborers excavating the Cumberland foundation went on strike after Superintendent Richardson refused a 10 hour pay rise. The workers earned 15 cents per hour for an eight hour day, prompting the stoppage.
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Steike
Cumberland
Government
Richardson
Local notices mix of events and lost certificate notice
A mixed local item list mentions soft crabs and bird pies for lunch, a Christian Endeavor Rally and Picnic at Braddock Heights on Taurxisy August 21 with services at 2 and 7 pm, an Excursion to Hagerstown via the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad from Frederick, a missing certificate for stock and request for duplicate, plus a Sunday special train trip with round trip fare and dated tickets from Frederick to Hagerstown and back.
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Braddock Heights
Taurxisy
Bagerstown
Baltimore and Ohio Railroad
Frederick
Mipecsions
Hagerstown
Tesa
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