14 Dec 1896
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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1896
Page
1
An early 20th century summary echoes in skeptical tone about Christmas charity and public virtue. It notes political figures and leaders, Cuba news, and a call for kind speech and generosity, urging practical acts of love over mere sentiment. The piece interleaves political commentary with social exhortations.
The piece urges gentle charity toward children, noting we should lighten burdens with kindness and patient, tender words. It argues that training faults deserve compassionate response and that Christmas joy includes thoughtful acts and humane treatment of youth.
Fragmented excerpts debate government duties and self sufficiency amid political figures. Mentions Maceo death, Ex Queen arrival, and William Bryan hesitancy to opine on Cleveland's Message, signaling ongoing partisan discourse and public interest in leadership.
Timely excerpts highlight opinions from the Boston Herald and San Francisco Chronicle. The National Congress of Mothers in Washington is noted as nearly as interesting as the Fathers’ Congress there. The San Francisco item jokes about the Shah of Persia and his new policies in a satirical tone.
A reflective poem argues that while many gods of old lore seem gone, one divine source persists to give mercy courage and hope. The piece contrasts ancient myth with enduring faith and faithfulness, concluding that true divine presence remains for all people.
The December term of the Circuit Court for Frederick County convened this morning with Judges McSherry and Lynch presiding. Docket calling and trial-ready appearances occurred as the court moved to the appeal docket, disposing of several cases before adjourning until tomorrow. Jurors for the term are listed by district, including Marcus Wertheimer, William H. Shipley, Herman F. Steiner, John E. Fleming, Edward J. Biking, Daniel C. Kepler, Calvin Or e, Jarust Rowe, Outer Summers, George W. Montgomery, John G. Norris, Frank A. Maynard, James O. Barne, Ephraim W. Warner, Charles W. Engle, Calvin A. Biddiemoser, Jamis D Keller, Henry Sipes, George W. Wachtel, Bit G. Sangh, Samuel J. Hyde, Francia W. Barnes, Harlan H. Summers, Charles Reeder, and William Tennis.
A jumble of community remarks, poems, and letters from local readers. Expressions praise holiday cheer, church programs, and a new Farmers Institute. Readers comment on Middletown transport, a City Opera House lecture, and upcoming February meetings.
A man giving the name John Rameburg from Cragere town, county, was arrested by Officer Abrecht on Saturday afternoon on charges of drunken and disorderly behavior and property damage on West Patrick Street. He was fined ten dollars before Magistrate Biser. Civil suit involved Martin Kaufman and Milton Ruby with judgments readied. Reno and Harp and B D Etchison noted as attorneys.
A sudden wedding occurred in Middletown this county on Saturday December 5 by Rev Dr Hoffmeier. Thomas Beale Mistimon of Harpers Ferry and Miss Cora Y Hobbs daughter of Captain Evan N Hobbs of this city wed in private. The groom returned to Harpers Ferry the same day.
In Walkerisle a young couple attempted to elope to Frederick aided by Miles Lease who pursued with a party. The chase ended when Lease intercepted them at a toll gate. He was shot after drawing a revolver. bail was set at 200 dollars and 100 for concealed weapon charges. The couple remains distressed at the failure. The father secured a warrant, and George B Blaheo posted bond for his son.
Frederick County officials issue a December 9 1896 directive prohibiting payment for delivering tramps and vagrants to Montevis Hospital or for team hire. It directs Charities and Correction to arrange with police magistrates to transport those lawful commitments to the hospital at no county cost and to notify magistrates and constables of the action.
Samuel Rowe seeks a new trial after the Frederick County Circuit Court upheld a verdict in his favor for injuries from falling rocks near the Harper's Ferry tunnel. The Baltimore and Ohio Railroad argues damages are excessive and verdicts inconsistent with the evidence while Rowe’s legal team notes prior appellate actions and settlements.
The Saturday News reports Hon George R Wend Mog's City Opera House lecture, noting a confusing misreference linking Saul son of Kish with San, and the apostle to the Gentiles as the intended subject. The piece also mentions Rockville探 football and Raymond Schelrer managers, with Hood's Sarsparilla ad content.
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