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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1916
Page
6
The Fredericton Daily News announces subscription rates and mailing details for a dated 1916 issue. It lists weekly and semi weekly options, pricing, and payment terms, along with local street and store outlets where the paper can be purchased. It also names office contacts and printing details for the period.
The Agriculture Department reports no imminent wheat shortage for 1916, with projected output of 654 million bushels and domestic needs of 620 million, leaving a 34 million bushel export surplus. Despite large carryovers, world demand is uncertain and speculators may seek to corner the market, prompting potential government action to curb manipulation and ensure supply.
The passage argues that if officials fail on the job or laws prove inadequate, Congress must step in to ensure no citizen pays an unjust price for bread, stressing congressional responsibility to protect daily essentials.
Wildenberg of Battle Creek Michigan was arrested for failing to stop at the quarantine checkpoint on the Emmitsburg road near the Maryland line. He allegedly sped toward guard Henry Brinkenhoff, nearly striking him, and fled toward Hotel Gettysburg before authorities halted the vehicle. Information was filed by county medical inspector Dr. J. R. Dickson.
Last night the carnival drew large crowds to the Fast Patrick Street show grounds. The Royal Italian Band performed on the Square Corner, with Jack Payne scheduled for high diving from a 100 foot ladder into a three foot deep pool this afternoon and tonight. Attractions include the Days of 49 merry go rounds, vaudeville, the motordome, and sideshows from Lorenzo the cigarette fiend to the snake tent. Grounds open in the afternoons with shooting galleries and other contraptions offering target practice on funny faced baby dolls.
The Seventh Consecutive Year petition to restore Rev E H Hummelbaugh as pastor of Centennial U B Church Frederick was made at the quarterly conference and will go to the Pennsylvania conference in Hagerstown in October. W H Washinger presided. Reno Karp was elected general steward, W W Pickett treasurer, Sheriff W C Roderick delegate with David Steiner as alternate. reports show sound finances and growing membership.
Professor E K Cates former Frederick College principal and wife Mrs Cates marked thirty years of marriage. They reside in Los Angeles with daughter Margaret and husband M E Lankard. A group photo includes Bennett Cates, Cynthia and the younger child. Bennett is a Pacific Light and Power operator. Lankard is a conductor on Pacific Electric Railway. Invitation to Notification from the Democratic National Committee for Woodrow Wilson renomination at Shadow Lawn West End Long Branch N J on Saturday Sept 2 at 4 PM.
Local items from The News Columns dated August 30 1896 note summer visitors in Frederick county Jackson Roger McSherry and Chas W Ross Jr owners of Monocacy Walter Kennels plan a strong fall showing with dogs. The new Republican County Central Committee will meet at the Court House for organization. A Boonsboro traveler’s peach wagon was struck by a train and a man was dragged under the wagon after his horse bolted.
Purely Personal items noting visits and returns among residents of Harrisburg and nearby towns. Missa Tracey of Harrisburg returns from visiting Mr and Mrs Harry Johnson on North Market street. Andrew Messling of West Seventh street spends several weeks in Harrisburg. Mrs Joseph Keiser of York visits Mr and Mrs Marion Ying er on North Market. Chas Crigley and Wm Crigley of Harrisburg visit the Johnsons. John Taylor and daughter Lillian of Brune york return after a week with his winter. Mrs Chas Kemp of Frederick visits Weat South Street. James Taylor of Middletown visits his daughter Mrs Chas Kemp. Ming Lucie Schaefer and mother from Harneaville attend a funeral in the area and return. Raymond Kidd and wife Winfred visit parents and return to Takoma Park DC. H A Diffendal of Philadelphia returns home from a summer at Braddock Heights. John Adams of Littlestown visits Mrs John Tyson on North Market. Rev and Mrs Wissler of Everett visit relatives and go to Thurmont to see Rev Wissler’s mother. Elizabeth Martin of the city returns from Martinsburg WV. Katie Mehming of West South Street returns from Washington. Mamie Moberly of East Patrick Street returns from Middletown. Mary Waters vacationing with relatives at Hagertown and Pen Mar. John M Storm of Boonsboro visits Emory G Nusz on South Market. Rev and Mrs S M Hench return to Cavetown after a month’s vacation in Montgomery and Perry counties. Rev Hench to resume duties at Wolfsville Reformed Church and Cave Town. Rev and Mrs Hench formerly lived in Frederick.
Frederick W. Schleeter of North York Pa seeks a marriage license but is blocked by Maryland law requiring parental consent for a minor. Deputy Clerk and Judge Worthington note the rule while Schleeter plans to delay until consent is obtained as he and Edith Collier wait outside Court Park.
Miss Ruth Haberkorn daughter of Mr and Mrs John J Haberkorn of this city and Harold B Burkholder of Akron Ohio were quietly married this morning at 8 at the Lutheran parsonage by Rev Dr Liyases S G Rupp. Only immediate families present. Bride wore blue traveling suit. Groom is brother of Mrs W N Jolliffe. After a wedding trip through the West they will reside in Akron.
A simple but solemn wedding took place at the United Brethren parsonage on West Patrick Street last evening at 8:30. Miss Nannie Frances Bentz, daughter of Mr and Mrs Howard Bentz, married Harry Clay Perry, son of the late Mr Clay Perry and Mrs Katie Perry. Rev E H Hammelbaugh conducted the ceremony with George Mo Perry, brother of the groom, and Russell Lewis in attendance. The bride wore a white organdie dress with matching hat and gloves. The groom is employed at Ebert Hardware on West Patrick Street.
Walkersville United Brethren Church under restoration will reopen near Sunday with morning and evening services. Rev. Dr. Wo Washinger of Chambersburg Pa will preach both services. Workmen install new pose and torches, interior near completion, church to present pleasing appearance.
Frederick council approves an ordinance requiring dimmers on all car headlights in the city effective August 15. Penalty for violation is up to 100 dollars. Local officials discuss state-wide headlight laws to reduce accidents while York Motor Club promotes grade crossing safety and road improvements.
Judge Glenn H. Worthington denies temporary alimony and counsel fees to Mrs. Daisy M. Rothenhoefer in her divorce suit against Joseph B. Rothenhoefer. She filed July 27, he countered with a cross bill citing her multiple marriages. She has $1,400 in her name and rents from a Lewistown house. he earns $12 weekly and retains their child. Officer Nikirk, injured near Ocean City, has recovered and was in Frederick yesterday.
An old advertisement for Deans Kidney Pills features Mrs Raymond Kline of Hagerstown Maryland praising the product. She describes back pain and disordered kidneys improving after use and notes family members also benefited. The ad stresses the brand name and urges readers to ask for Deans Kidney Pills.
The settlement formerly known as New Amsterdam adopted the name New York following its surrender to British forces, marking a historic shift in control and identity for the town.
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