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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Aug 26, 1911
Page
6
Bank officers Charles B Trail president and James H Harris vice president with Albert Gilson as cashier listed at 227 W Market St Columbus.
An early Frederick publication describes the Independent Newspaper by Great Southern Printing and Manufacturing Company with officers Be byrely Delaplaine as president and Geo Birely as secretary treasurer. It notes a semi weekly and weekly newspaper schedule plus subscription price and mailing details.
Saturday August 26 1911 notice to readers urges reporting missed deliveries and explains efforts to improve service. It also lists newsstand outlets including New City Hotel Buckey's Cigar Store S Market St Central Restaurant Schmidt's Cigar Store W Patrick Street and Arlington Hotel.
The piece notes the rise of presidential preference voting in several states led by North Dakota on March 19, with Wisconsin Nebraska Oregon and New Jersey following. It highlights Bourne as the idea’s father and warns of North Dakota becoming a key battlefield as state conventions weigh endorsements for both parties. It also mentions a Frederick encampment where district troops will depart, praising militia discipline despite earlier misbehavior.
The article recalls Camp Ordway experiences, noting strong cooperation between military officers and Frederick city officials to maintain order and courtesies to residents. It highlights a record-making flight by government aviators from College Park and Prodegtel torke Vierrer camp, viewed by about nineteen thousand people as a landmark demonstration of progress in aviation.
From the Washington Herald report On reaching New York Atwood will have flown over 1800 miles despite occasional gaps in the journey The feat shows the feasibility of long tours by aeroplane and suggests ocean to ocean flights may follow The piece lauds Atwood’s sane aims and notes his early Boston to Yale boat race flight as a sign of his skill and a promising aviation career
Maryland's coal reserves offer long term fuel security for Baltimore with high quality steam coal ready for development. The Greater Baltimore Committee is urged to promote exploitation and literature to attract manufacturers to the state, stressing fuel and transportation advantages.
The Baltimore News argues for greater driver accountability as reckless use endangers the public. It cites youths and drunk drivers harming others, warns that curbs and rules may come if safe users suffer, and urges showing zero tolerance to flagrant offenders to protect the many who drive responsibly.
A stream of nostalgic lines recalls Sunday school days, old crowds, and rustic pleasures with garbled memory and stray phrases. The passage mentions pond play, teachers, fruit harvests, and childhood mishaps, ending with an ad-like note about Chamberlain's Tablets and a testimonial from Carmichael, Maryland.
Governor Wilson of New Jersey will not attend the Maryland Associated Board of Trade convention in Frederick on November 16 due to numerous engagements. Maryland officials, including Governor Crothers, express regret and hope for a future meeting. The piece also notes local executives and a Washington Nationals player Morgan highlighted for strong performances.
The Just Government League meeting at the Woman's College was postponed last night due to inclement weather. Not enough members were present to constitute a quorum.
The Chicago grain market shows Sept Wheat around 90, May Wheat near 101, Sept Corn near 64 and Dee Corn about 62 with various price points and percent changes, reflecting trading activity on the board. Businesses and traders track futures values for wheat and corn across delivery months.
New York stocks are quoted today with figures provided by Motter Brow and Company. Financial movement shows mixed results across major listings as investors weigh market cues and corporate reports.
Motter Bros. & Co. bank and brokerage report shows varied readings across many securities. Listings include Anacostia & Potomac, Chicago Railways, Cotton Duck issues, Con Gas and Power, Fairmont Coal, Houston Oil, Md. Electric Railway, Northern Central, Sparrow's Point, Seaboard lines, United Rys, Western Maryland, Continental Trust, Md. Trust, Mercantile Trust and Citizens' Bank with bids and par values noted.
A look back at Frederick twenty years ago notes Abbott son of John Abbott shot his foot while handling a loaded entry. Reports mention Washington and Mount Vernon travel routes, Buckevell hiring plow factors, and a new ore company forming with $25 capital. Charles Warner of Creagerstown recovers from a foot injury and sues for damages against the company.
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