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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Aug 26, 1910
Page
5
Government data show a sharp drop in bicycle exports from the United States and a shift in use toward business needs. Peak exports in 1897 reached 7.01 million dollars, while 1990 exports fell to 8.06 million and last year totaled 620,760 dollars, mainly to the United Kingdom, with Japan’s local makers meeting much of the demand.
Six persons left this city for Athletic City aboard the Northern Central Railroad yesterday. An altridge metal sign was installed in front of the Model Dry Goods Store on North Market Street. Dr. BR V Smith's bay pacing horse Billikin was transported to Rockville by Melvin Stair and will race at the fair next week.
From Frederick area notes Mrs Nick Schell near Burck street is able to be out after illness. Mrs fe J Staley near Charleville undergoes treatment at City Hospital. Rev George W Thomas of Adan town has been quite sick but is able to be out. Frederick Connell No WR Jr receives bari son e Bible for late Willan H H Rumpf. A picnic party by John H Bennett Robert A Bennett Marty Young Alton Bennett Fahroey Young enjoyed the Monocdfcy vicinity.
A massive freight train, described as the largest to depart the B and O depot in fifteen years, rolled out of the yards last evening. The consist reportedly included forty three cars and several locomotives, signaling a notable surge in the line's activity.
About 180 motorists in 28 cars undertake a Munsey newspapers endurance tour through New England, expected to reach Frederick by noon after leaving Harrisburg. Frederick officials plan a welcome with Mayor and Board of Trade, including souvenir cards and a live banner. A route-side patrol will ensure smooth passage and safety for travellers.
About fifty locals witnessed the great ball game between Dr trot and Waalington yesterday. Report says it was the greatest game they ever saw. Cobb came to bat in the eleventh and hit a home run as the winning run.
Tomorrow afternoon at 3 30 the Y M C A team meets Western Maryland Railroad of Hagerstown at Athletic Park. The visitors claim Washington county champions and should provide a strong challenge. The Y lineup includes Duvall catcher Lease pitcher J LeGore first base Kennedy second Les Gore shortstop Crouse third Wisenhauer left Dorr center Hogarth or Mouil right.
A blaze at the Eisenhauer, Mac Lea and Co. lumber yard on South Central avenue Baltimore destroyed the yard and led to an estimated loss of 165000 dollars. The fire’s glow was visible in Frederick and Braddock Heights, drawing crowds as it burned overnight.
The season’s first attraction at the City Opera House promises a big 60 person show now in its third year. The musical spectacle, titled The New Lyweds and Their Baby, is set to visit Frederick and is expected to draw a packed house.
Roy King, a colored employee at the Mewns Tycot fertilizer factory, had his right hand caught in a ground roll used for grinding fertilizer in the morning. One finger was mashed and several others lacerated in the mishap. News Want adve, bring results.
The funeral of Charles Sotheron Howard, late manager of The News, was held yesterday at 4 PM. Services at his home on East Second Street and at Evangelical Reformed Church included quartet renditions. Masonic and other fraternal groups attended. interment at Mt Olivet Cemetery. C. Carty directed the services. Howard was a former trustee of the high school.
Large consignments of cattle hogs sheep and Angora goats were sent via the Northern Central Railroad to Wilkesbarre Pa for display at next week’s fair. Cattle include Jerseys Guernseys Holsteins Ayrahires and Cheviots from named breeders and three breeds of goats. Stock led by Wier and Weller heads to Timonium Syracuse Lynchburg Richmond Ha gerstown and Freder ick fair circuits. The exhibition stock is in excellent shape and expected to win prizes.
Races for the matinee program at the fair grounds start tomorrow afternoon under the Frederick Driving Club. The event features four harness races including trotting and pacing, a special race between Mecare, Samuel Barrick, and Harry Dorcus of Woodalaro, and a music band will perform.
The Frederick Corps of the American Salvation Army hosted an outing for colored children at the fair grounds. More than 200 children and mothers participated with sack and foot races, hitting the pot, and other games. Prizes and a generous lunch were provided, including lemonade, cakes, nuts, sandwiches, and ice cream. Lieutenant Storm led the group in singing the National Hymn and a corps yell before departure.
A large Labor Day picnic under the auspices of Brunswick Aerie No. 1136 Fraternal Order of Eagles with their ladies friends will be held in Brunswick Park on September 5. Preparations have been under way for two to three weeks to ensure a successful event with a good program and amusement for attendees.
The First Baptist Church on West Fourth Street led by Rev. A D Winters will hold a Sunday school picnic on Saturday August 27 at Braddock Helghin beginning at 1 o clock. Prizes are secured for games and contests and an enjoyable time is anticipated.
agitation grows for relocating the hay and cattle scales from Court Square and Derr alley to a recently purchased lot near the city electric lighting plant on Second Street and Mongency Boulevard. supporters say the change would reduce nuisance and improve weighers’ work while townspeople debate the economic use of idle property.
Mis Foung dies at 40 in Chore LAU County after illness. Widow with five children mourned by spouse and extended family. Survivors include Daunert Kegan William Poster Mary near Myersville and Keedysville, Curtis Cline of Wolsey Mid Mera, Alvey Delanter Tolivar. Parents Mr Martin Grossnickle near Bueton. siblings Charley Wolis Mrs Tee oh Gaver Mrs Charles Hidiver and John of North Manchester plus Mrs Bd Tour of Wingerton.
Proceedings heard before Chief Judge Taemond Urner on behalf of Oscar Jackson who was committed to the Home of Correction in default of a $20 fine for disorderly conduct. Reno Harp, Jackson's attorney, argued the court had no authority to commit to the Home of Correction for nonpayment. the court sustained the point and ordered Jackson's release.
Mr Guy Ramsburg hosted a straw ride for friends in Harmony Grove with attendees including Celeste Rodkey Willie Worman Helen Gittinger Mary Redkey Elsie Cronise Ruth Gittinger Grace Cronise and guests from Richmond and Baltimore. Jesee Lipacomb celebrated his List birthday with a supper at Enat Seventh Street honored by Richard Weakley and family and others in attendance.
The bank announces a new banking house with three transaction rooms for meetings and coupon detachments. Superintendent John Evins of Scranton, PA oversees construction. Safe deposit boxes available, savings department offers 4 percent per annum under certain conditions, with services for individuals, firms, and corporations.
A garbled 19th century shop window lists dresses, petticoats, fabrics, and trims with scattered prices and colors. The fragment mentions Belta at 2h and 60c, plaid dresses, wool, cotton, and ginghams, plus mother’s robes and crib coverlets. Also references Baltimore and Return train fare for Frederick and a preparatory school for boys and girls.
A fragmented line notes the departure of an assistant who had been trained by P. Rice, with unclear surrounding details. The readable portion points to a personnel change or exit involving Rice and an aide.
In the Courts record Pantel Melride transfers and estate actions appear. The Orphans Court grants letters testamentary for the estate of Siedh B. Longert. Executors named are Jie W. Long and Mary Cron te tinger.
Local notes mention Calwa Grape Juice and California Grape Juice at McCarori s with oysters and high quality dining at Gem Din. A Friday Saturday chocolate box sale and a regular Friday dance at Braddock Heights with half hour car service. Middle Town picnic planned for August 27, 1910. The page also carries a memorial poem about loss and faith with lines honoring a departed friend.
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