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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1897
Page
3
The notice describes a weekly advertising page for Tre Werner Khwa promising a handsomely laid out section with varied content. It highlights circulation in Fredarick county and the benefits of advertising locally. Submissions for weekly advertisements are accepted until a specified cutoff each week.
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A stray report details a spate of tramp activity in Baltimore and nearby areas. Incidents include attempted robberies at creeks and rail lines, assaults during holdups, and harassment of residents and shoppers. Police notes reference threats, worn temper, and burglaries as tramps target valuables and personal property.
Notes of the societies describe December events across church and civic groups. Daughters of the American Revolution meet this afternoon at Mrs Baker Johnson's, while the Hospital Association advances toward a new building. The Library and Woman’s College sponsor varied lectures and musical entertainments as teachers prepare for next week’s Lagttante.
Pageantry and prayer highlighted Prospect Church’s formal dedication on Sunday December 1 as Rev Key J of Baltimore led services. A cornerstone sermon, fundraising totals reaching 2044 dollars for 1953 plans, and a modernized design featuring a lecture room, tower, and improved seating marked the event. The site recalls 1811 origins with Benjamin Clary’s land gift and earlier circuit ties, underscoring community ties and future aims.
Y N C A discussed master plans for the Ladies Auxiliary urging every member to recruit one new public library patron to reach five hundred. Open house for members January 1 from 2 to 6 pm at the Association building and arrangements made for Miss Jeanie Smith to lead a meeting next Sunday at seven. Also noted are a math puzzle and a list of local marriages and upcoming organizational meetings including the Baltimore City College Overland Club planning a spring walk to Washington and Frederick.
At eight o clock the city meeting began amid dense chatter. A few minutes later the electric current failed, then Frederick regained control and the proceedings continued.
Chief Justice James Mosberry ordered examinations for admission to the Frederick bar to be conducted here. Five steingates from Montgomery include McComas, with unclear references. Three hundred hands are employed at Crawford Bicycle Works in Hagerstown. A night shift was started, and the factory will operate day and night thereafter.
An accident at the Feabodla Gas Works saw Edward Titlow fall fifteen to twenty feet while assisting with snow engine. The fall occurred when an axle parted causing the beam to collapse. Titlow sustained injuries but was moved home after examination.
A series of wedding notices lists several couples planning marriage tomorrow in locations including Monin Sloan Laundry area and nearby towns. Among those scheduled are Mary West and Silas Mary Wests kin and Mary M. Tannetercor with John J. Shafer. Additional pairs from Macheys Jown and Summit Point are noted, with families and local addresses provided.
Victor Alexander aged nineteen and Rene Toms aged sixteen, both of Middletown, eloped and wed. They fled to avoid Daniel Bidie who objected strongly, leaving her clothing behind as she escaped with Alexander awaiting a stable future away from family scrutiny.
From the Bulletin: students at a Maryland school feature a science display and local pupils prepare for examinations next week. Mr and Mrs R B Underwood plan a Philadelphia reception on December 10, honoring former pupils.
In a meeting of Fr McIlroy Council No 70 on East Second Street the following officers were elected for the annual term. Raymond Ford was named president with W F Oreyeo as vice president and J B Long as orator. James E Doll became chancellor and John A Kennedy secretary. William Ormitolna was collector and Joseph McDorritt treasurer. Joseph Woull guard and J Orimmins marshal. Trustees include J Sartoo and J Horlman. Rev YT Mead chaplain. State Council representative WM Chuming with PX Long as alternate.
The weather in Wee'patt has been favorable for shopping with Kat orday crowds. A mild spring day kept the shady street in demand as shop doors stood wide open from early morning to late night. Trade was generally good and employers and clerks hustled to keep up with demand, signaling prosperity and well filled shops.
The court convened this morning with Judges McSherry Motter and Henderson presiding over an appeal from Jaatha White. Frank I Stoner for Bell and Jobo B J Wood for Bursaco. Jury in progress when report closed. Joseph Meskin, who was shot in the arm at his Kemiteburg home, was taken to Monterae Hoos hospital for treatment and is slowly improving. The injury remains painful at times.
Shoppers flock to Bulllots's for Christmas goods from hats to jewelry and novelties. The Malace of Music and various stores in Rivie's resté department showcase millinery, crimped fabrics, and gift items. Local merchants advertise toys, statinery, books, and Christmas cards as festive season shopping expands.
The Emerson Literary Society of Frederick College met Friday with President A V Lampe presiding. Roll call, talent readings, a Concord Hymn, current events, and a debate on reading standard authors versus magazines were reviewed, a critic reported, and the program adjourned for the next meeting.
In a Saturday session Justice Roscoe U White presided over the case of three youths accused of assaulting Emme Sebill. State Attorney I Hinks and P Frank Jampoll for the defense presented no testimony. The judge remanded two youths to circuit court in five hundred dollars bail each for February. The third youth, charged as an accessory, was discharged for lack of evidence. All three were released after bail, with Ball furnished by the youths.
Danghiore of Tiberry presides over Movatala City Council meeting where Grace V. Davie is honored with a rocking chair and rug. The trial of Moeren J. Waring, a colored attorney and former president of Lexington Savings Bank, was postponed.
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The monthly meatlog of the Weformed Midionary Society will be lit this evening to their chapel. The Evang the organ of the Hapttas Church in Maryland bee bron said Wo the OCommonweally Publishing Company of Philadelphia. Mr Kla Kavos of Dopayllo was to visit the home of Mer and Stra in L. Ubert on Hun day Jaet. Mr Clara Mata a pharmacist is quite met his home on Wot latrick airoot.
The Frederick wheat price was quoted at 7 1/2 cents per bushel. A new gas company outlet will be moved to the store room in the Markell building near Court Street, adjacent to Liebman’s cigar store.
An invitation to inspect and buy Christmastime gifts and music items at Wilcoxons Palace of Music in an adjoining storefront event. The notice promises cheap first class goods, new gramophones, guitars, and music selections with a piano and concert at night. Invitees encouraged to attend exhibitions and view prizes.
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