Brief Bits and Local Highlights Spark Brisk Holiday Trade
A compact column of quick items covers social quips, local happenings, and assorted notes. It mentions a Salvation Army meeting on the Square, Is football supplanting baseball in popular regard, a cannon bell for Latheren church, and the Boonsboro Saw Mill's work on bridges for an electric railway. Also reports on illnesses, a Brunswick brakeman killed at Harper’s Ferry, and ongoing holiday trade briskness with lively social asides.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Salvation Army
New Latheren
Sharpsburg
Boonsdoro Saw Mill Company
James E. Frazier
Rosenour Bros
Point of Rocks
Frederick
Middletown
D. Portner
Brunswick
Harper’s Ferry
Frederick Whist Club
F and M road plans draw Frederick county interest
Frederick citizens weigh purchasing 6 percent gold bearing bonds backed by a first mortgage on the Boonsboro via Middletown electric railway. Prominent local men, including Haller Carty Wertheimer and possibly Hardt, urge strong support to prevent Myersville from building a rival link and boost Frederick city trade and prosperity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boonsboro and
Keedynville
Frederick and
Middletown
F. and M. Road
Frederick
Toe
Messrs
Thomas H. Haller
CG. C. Carty
Chas. Wertheimer
John C. Hardt
Myersville
Boonsboro
Hagerstown
Milrsville
Frederick County
Figs and Thistles in the Pulpit and Parish
A reflective piece argues that slander, hyped religion, and self boastfulness corrupt church life. It mocks those who condemn others while failing to practice true faith, noting how some men would boast of victories to God yet misgive cloudy weather.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Goliath
F.C.3 CG and The Ladies Auxiliary Plan New Year Reception
The group notes good attendance with two candidates nominated for membership and discusses business matters. Committees are formed to host a reception similar to the Trades Carnival early in the year, inviting all young men. Refreshments music and attractions will be offered to engage attendees and encourage civic support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F.C
Oyster Supper Honors Mr Howard Fox Birthday
A social event at Mr. Howard Fox's on Wednesday night celebrated his birthday with a band serenade and music. Attendees included Mr. G Gidding and family, Mr. John Fox and family, and Nuss bin tie Jackson. The gathering enjoyed oysters, cake, and lemonade.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Howard Fox
G. Gidding
Snd
John Fox
Xuss bin Tie Jackson
Fire Company Nominates Officers At Regular Meeting
The United Fire Company held its regular meeting electing and nominating officers for the coming year. January 24 votes will choose president, vice presidents, secretary, treasurer, directors, foremen, and engineers. The Juniors division also tallied memberships and officer candidates for president, treasurer, secretary, foreman, engineers, and hose and pipe positions.
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Uniteds
United Fire Company
Blackston
Ewo
Benjamin Blackstos
Aaron Hosenstark
J. T. McGil, Jr
F. J. Nelson
H. R. Heck
Lewis Rice
J. H. Bennett
H. G. Doll
J.B. Tyson
D. H. Castle
S. T. Hargett
Geo. Wentz
Geo. Vanfossen
H. E. Krize
W.B. Storm
Geo. Wilson
Foreman
R. P. Storm
F. B. Keefer
H. P. Wakefield
Samuel Hedges
C. B. Clabaugh
Moses Fisher
Geo. Chew
Chas. Chew
Scott Razer
B. F. Chew
John Chew
Jerome Zellers
George Hanshew
Walter Ely
Harry Rowe
Dorsey Riddlemoser
Elmer Brengle
Christopher Shade
L. Winkleman
Josep Walling
F. Hauer
Allen Moberly
J. H Martz
Elmer Hooper
E. 5. Reynolds
Ernest Poole
George Keefer
John Keefer
B. Foster
Henry Butcher
J. W. Falk
Geo. Binimenour
Lewis H. Horn
A. Salth
Samuel Shilting
A Obenderfer
Geo. H. Weiner
Thomas Lipps
Johtn P. Lipps
Chas. Harman
Edward Koontz
Geo
Rodock
Henry Lampe
William M. Crimmine
William F. Rice
J. Edward Rice
Robert Lorentz
Thos. P. Rice
Jacob Hintz
M. F. Lease
Wm. H. Shipley
Geo. Mulhern
Nicholas Blumenour
George Ketler
Death of George A. Gambrill at Holly Bush Farm
George A. Gambrill died at Holly Bush farm in the county, age sixty three. He was born in Annapolis and educated at St Johns College. He served as clerk of the Court of Angels in Maryland and as private secretary to Postmaster General Creswell in Grant's administration. He was first cousin of James H. Gambrill of Frederick.
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Gambrill
George A. Gambrill
Holly Bush Farm
John B. Bartholow
Annapolis
St. John’s College
Court of Angests
Maryland
Creswell
Grant
James H. Gambrill
Frederick
December Term Opens in Frederick Circuit Court
The December term of the Frederick County Circuit Court begins next Monday at 10 a.m. Petit jurors are drawn and lists updated. No grand jury convenes. term begins with 65 originals, 8 trials, 45 appeals, and 80 criminal cases on the docket.
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Circuit Court
Frederick County
Acta Geseralie
Newsboys Hustle at Tag Day Press Room
A lively account of Tag Day News hustle near the Great Southern Printing building detailing daily editions, the rush of about thirty newsboys, and the mix of white and colored sellers. It highlights earnings, savings, and the notable boy Arthur Jackson known as Chicken or Jack the Ripper for his three-fingered hand.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tag Day News
Ion
Great Southern Steam, Printing and Manufacturing Company
Taz News
Arthur Jackson
Arthur
Jack the Ripper
Pleasant Thanksgiving Hosting and Local Oddities
Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Buckey hosted a large Thanksgiving dinner near New Windsor Carroll county with many friends. The column lists various local visits travel and business notes from Frederick Hagerstown and Washington plus curious ethnic customs from Ethiopia and Burma noted as historical trivia.
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J. C. Buckey
New Windsor
Carroll County
Misa Nellie McCaffrey
New London
Frederick County
Frederick
E. R. Eschbach
Virginia Doll
R. KE. Coke
Washington
James W. Pearce
Liebon
Howard County
Geo. W. Smith
West Patrick Street
Kate and
Mary Smith
East Second Street
Lewis Mehming
East Patrick Street
Baltimore
Fuller Bergstresser
Hagerstown
Jos. H. Fiev
Ethelwyn Moffett
Cumberland
James Earnshaw
William Leonard Sentenced to Death in Maryland Murder Case
William Leonard was condemned for the murder of Jesse T. Anderson at Lime Kiln Frederick County on July 3. Judge McSherry sentenced him to execution at Frederick. Leonard claimed the arrest came after a mistaken charge and apologized during the hearing. A large crowd expected transport to Washington but disruptions did not occur.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Imerard
William Leonard
McSherry
Frederick
Whee
Anderson
Willan Leonard
Jesse T. Anderson
Lime Kiln
Frederick County
Hockville
B. O
Leonand
Washington
Addison's disease described in rare medical report
The article explains Addison's disease discovered by Dr. Addison at Guy's Hospital in London. It details the progressive suprarenal capsule inflammation, skin bronzing, and systemic weakness, noting stages from skin discoloration to full capsule involvement and the typical course from onset to possible death.
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Addison
Imne
Besith
Frederick
Addisop
Guy's Hospital
London
Isss
Grand Lodge Session of Good Templars Set in Art. Airy
Leige News reports the Grand Lodge of the Independent Order of Good Templars will convene at Art. Airy at 10 AM for a two day and night session with Purity Lodges delegates. Attending members include J. J. Cleiferd and Jacob L. Engelbrecht along with Mses. Warring Tyson Rice Storm. Adi departs on the 805 train. Crystal Spring Temple No. 28 will meet Thursday at 7:15 PM for initiation, followed by Purity Lodge meeting enabling juveniles to attend.
Real Estate Transfers and Fire Loss Report
Real estate transfers listed for Frederick County including Motter to Koontz and Frederick County National Bank to Rosen, with other parcel transfers and values. A Baltimore fire damages Dr John Beale’s instruments, saved items include skeletons with aid from students. Marriage licenses issued to Miller and Fogie. An advertisement promotes Figs as a laxative for families.
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John ©. Motter
Edward Koontz
Frederick County
Frederick County National Bank
Abraham, Gerson
Benjamin Rosenour
Josephine Heller
Carlspe Hi. Eckstein
Joseph V. McDonnell
Wm I. Speak
Baltimore
John Beale
D.J. Beale
Dexter
Local period pieces mix feeble ads and old debate notes
An odd page fragment balances low priced goods in Fred erige and Chambersburg opinions. It mentions coats and coffee sales, a Dawn end-of-world debate with two old sects, and Engineer Corps activity near Hancock for the Baltimore and Cumberland Railway with plans to start in spring.
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Jacob
Ernst
Chambersburg
Buller
Thurmantes
West Virginia
Mr. Thurman
Hades
Murdoch
Hancock
Baltimore and Cumberland
Saturdey
Henry G. Davis
Ives
Rambler Bicycles Highlighted in Local Notice
A fragmentary notice mentions repair of Genta's Clothing at 68 Bentz Street by Lewis B Adams and praises Rambler bicycles for health and happiness. It notes Christmas gift desirability and a World Fair recognition with five medals and diplomas. W T Delaplaine is listed as Special Rep.
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Papa
Lewis B. Adams
Bentz Street
Corner Church
W. T. Delaplaine
Frederick
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Z. J. Gitllinger
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Young Men's Christian Association
Swiss
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George Edward Buesing
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Edward Stoner
Lewis Bayer
Charles M McClow
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Geo. Muaryay
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Chas. Shipley
C. Retler
Chas. Robinson
Plenty Falk
Harry Darner
John Blumenour
Silas Thomas
Robert Phillips
A. Kemp Keefer
Leslie Cramer
Lawrence Falk
Samuel Titlow
Daniel Blumenauer
Harry Koontz
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George Wolfe
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William Bennett
Edward Cramer
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G. Mantz Rhodes
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Levi Moberly
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John Hendrickson
Casnius Fortibes
Cles Figeres
Saturdat
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F. V. Staub
Frederige
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Telephone
Certraly
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Pryit
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Mekes
Boduck & Reldig
A.T. Rice & Sons
T. Big & Sunk
Frederick, MD
John A. Kennedy
Joux AL Kennedy
Mrechant Talor
Eitan
Guarantredo Ag
John 4
Kennedy
Market Street
Opadim
R.L. Harley
R. Be. Harley
Coushtig of
Harley
South Market Street
Charles Clugston
Camp Myers
South Mountain
Mr. Cingston
Logal Mention
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Patrick Street
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RED Fox
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Casli
C. E. Oie
Blagkston
Tery
Nidine
Meechart
Mabert Strert
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