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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1919
Page
7
Fragmentary 1919 newspaper item notes notices from Frederica and local events. Text appears garbled but references public notices and the Daily News. Includes stray mentions of dates and areas without clear details or full names.
The essay urges firmer protection of American rights abroad and warns against war with Mexico. It argues Germany could benefit from a drawn out conflict, critiques the Mexican government, and calls for decisive action or direct negotiations to establish order and safeguard U.S. citizens. It suggests diplomacy, notes from nine governments, and possible support to stable Mexican groups as a remedy.
Arrangements are set for the Monocacy Club Christmas meeting to be held Friday December 12 in the parlors of the Evangelical Reformed church. Hood College Glee Club will present a musical program with Christmas carols and readings. Refreshments will follow. Committee: Willian C. Birely chairman Jesse B. Anders George T. Schroeder William S. Haller. President in absence of Joseph H. Apple is Jacob Rohrback. The club, eight years old since April 24, 1912, invites members to attend.
Mary Reba Halfleigh became the bride of Glenn Trout on November 27 at noon in Walkersville. The ceremony used a ring service officiated by Rev. Edward Parrish, with two bridesmaids, and a luncheon followed. The couple will reside with Mary’s parents and received many gifts.
A garbled montage of newspaper quotes and jokes from various sources. It includes lines about registering a vow, quarreling over marriage proposals, a lawyer demanding payment, a girl wondering about a suitable wife, and a quip about a dam and whiskey. The items appear as stray bits from multiple publications.
Dr J R Grime longtime DC Board of Health representative in Frederick County died after a nine week illness. He was 61, born in England, educated at Eton and Toronto veterinary school, and served in the Boer War and US Army. Survived by two daughters, three sisters, one brother, and widow Teaides Lig. Funeral Friday at 2 with Episcopal service led by Rev Douglass Hoolf. Carty Funeral Director.
The Board of Visitors of the Maryland School for the Deaf met at the school building to review a two year budget prepared by Superintendent Ignatius Bjorles. The plan seeks maintenance funding and an appropriation for essential improvements and enlargements. Out of town and local members attended. A flag ceremony and cadet parade preceded the meeting. The budget figure was not released to the public.
The United Mine Workers express full confidence in the president and endorse the strike terms. The plan prohibits changing the basis or discriminating by operators, a condition accepted by miners. No relaxation of coal-use restrictions is planned as announced by administrator A Garfield in Washington.
A contemporary reporter in Egypt finds the Sphinx less impressive than expected, noting its small size of 16 feet in length and a 14 foot face. He credits the desert setting and British presence near the Pyramids for altering the view, while recounting recent Bedouin disturbances during tourist visits. The piece contrasts the ancient statue with modern surroundings and technology.
A fire at Spencer C. Stier's chimney on DH Avenue drew three fire companies and chemicals. a boy's horse bolted through the alarmed street, racing down Dulaney Avenue to Rockwell Terrace near Bentz Street before being stopped by Monroe Staley. No damage occurred, despite the confusion.
Twenty years ago Frederick was buzzing with political and civic activity. The Fr MecElray Council elected officers including President Joseph F Eisenhauer and secretary John A Kennedy. Dems pressed for Jesse W Downey as Fish Commissioner and J Pork Riser for Maryland House of Correction superintendent. Frederick Y M C A incorporation filed with officers named. A war claims committee formed with Mayor Chilton chairing, Hammond Winer secretary, and 60 businessmen to assist. Judge James McSherry to lead auxiliary committee and plans urged. Mika Miy J Hagan returned from Baltimore business college. Commissioner Henry Zimmerman injured in a Walkersville runaway.
A nostalgic look at era life contrasts with modern slang and technology. References to advertising honesty mail delivery and rural work highlight social shifts. The piece notes outdated terms bedded in old beliefs and practices such as TB called consumption and unfamiliar products like Red Cross Christmas stamps.
Bozo says farewell and notes Friday night. Budinus asks about the rainy FM. Gargoyle from Michigan replies with a Thursday night plan.
An ad argues for isolating those with a bad cold to prevent spread within families and suggests Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as a quicker cure. The piece emphasizes early removal of the afflicted person to reduce danger and promotes the product as a better medicine for colds.
The Blue Anchor at Front and Dock streets, claimed the oldest tavern in Pennsylvania, shuts after 257 years of operation. The original site dates to 1682, with the current building dating from about 1789, famed for fish dinners and Dock street landmarks.
Advertisement urges readers to enjoy meals and improve digestion by eating moderately and spacing five hours between meals. It promotes taking Chamberlain's Tablets after supper as a remedy to make meals a real pleasure.
Among 150000 people affected annually in the United States more than 12000 are children under five. Tuberculosis is a communicable disease caused by a germ transmitted after birth. One life saved from tuberculosis is many dollars donated to your town. Buy Red Cross Christmas Seals.
Notice announces an election to elect directors for The Frederick County National Bank of Frederick Md. The election will be held at the Banking House No 1 North Market Street on Tuesday January 13 1920 from 10 am to 12 pm.
The bank boasts a strong surplus and leadership with Harris as President and Stoner as Vice President and Gilson as Treasurer. It emphasizes its trade mark as reputation for service and notes its free service to every depositor, framing service as an invaluable asset beyond price.
At their Banking House on the second Tuesday and on the thirteenth day of January 1920 an election will be held for the purpose of electing Directors for the Farmers and Mechanics National Bank of Frederick Maryland for the ensuing year C Albert Gilson Cashier
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