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Newspaper

News

Location

Frederick, Maryland, United States of America

Date

Dec 16, 1919

Page

6

Prohibition Ruling Shocks Nation and Stirs Debate

The United States Supreme Court upheld wartime prohibition as constitutional, signaling a path for enforcement until a constitutional amendment can end the ban. The decision touches states’ rights and hints at broader postwar policy shifts before ratification of the peace treaty and constitutional change.

United States Congress Supreme Court Germany Pracera Supresiw Tegal

United States Supreme Court War Powers Decision Report

The News reports the Supreme Court decision upholding wartime prohibition laws. Readers in Frederick learned the ruling hours ahead of Baltimore papers, with delays noted for distant readers.

United States Associated Frederick Baltimore

Hymeneal in Elkton double wedding tale

Elkton wedding notice reports John A. Shipley of Mt Airy wed Greece V. Gis of Bykesville and J Hubbard of Psykeaville wed Miss Wilda LL Shipley of Mt Airy. The double ceremony took place at Elkton Methodist Church with Rev. Jones officiating.

Elkton John A. Shipley Greece Giswats Bykesville Ant J. Hubbard P Sykeaville Miss Wilda LL Shipley Mt. Airs

Severe cold grips Frederick with record lows

The city endures a harsh cold spell as overnight temperatures drop to 18 at 10 PM and 15 by morning, among the coldest Decembers on record. Winds churn, frost forms, and officials warn continuing frigid weather through the day with minimal relief.

Frederick Aiscomfort Klea

Home for Aged Musicale Delights at Christmas Concert

A Christmas concert at the Home for the Anat featured a quartet of ladies including Virginia and Katherine Rabb with Mrs Mc Dontut. Miss Piller led with a rich soprano, Robb provided contralto support, and a piano accompaniment enhanced the performance. The event brought cheer to residents and guests, with the audience enjoying traditional carols and a brief prize award ceremony.

Miseos Virginia Mat Filler Katherine Rabb Valedide Tha Damaies We Ptesty

PURELY PERSONAL NOTES OF LOCAL FOLK

Mr Pon Remeber son of Mir am Sve, headman of Middletown, plans a course at State Auto School in Detroit. Nearby, Marks Graff of Washington DC and Middletown undertakes river labor, while William Willisd and others attend winter social at Middletown High School. A list of attendees includes Realhachley, Marie Shi fer, Naomi Shank, Ethel Patnor, Pauline Gaver, Olive Mumford, Lucretha Bowlas, Bertie Wiles, Ele Welle, Martha Anhalt Hestelbe, Page Gardner, Austin Main Melnt Nikich, and more.

Pon Remeber Mir Hitman Detroit Mien State Marks Graff Groit Wauntton Forrie Ty Middletown Roe Tal William Willisd Matlen Avene Mroa Marry J. Ketnaves Kaumie He Damier Middierawe High School Wadac Saan Ate Aid M _ Chasey Bowlas Realhachley Marie O Shifer Naomi Shank Ethel Patnor Pawline Gaver Olive Mumford Lucretha Bowlas Bertie Wiles Ele Welle Martha Anhalt Hestelbe Mesar Wow Madi Page Gardner Austin Main Melnt Nikich

Melon mischief near Myersville shocks township

M Smit at a farm near Myersville faced a curious incident as he displayed ehinelat and cantaloup apper to his neighbors. The odd event drew attention from locals including corn huskers Stottleniver and Warrenton, with Wolfeville noted as a point of reference.

M. Smit Myersville Warrenton Warrenveliz Wolfeville My. Santemm

Frederick items reflect 20 years past events and notices

A Frederick newspaper column recaps twenty years ago events including officers re elected for the Myersville and Catoctin Railroad directors Cyrag F. Blook Joni C Leatherman Charles W. Johnson and William M. Bittle A total lunar eclipse observed by local scouts Frederick football lost to Annapolis 28 to 6 Middletown High School Alumni Association planned reunion December 28 county commissioners awarded Indian Spread opening contract to William A Rothenhouser Special foreign mission services led by Dr John P Goucher Y M C A course lunch event to be staged at the Opera House conducted by the Oxford Club Baltimore

Ata Oresting Myersville Catoctin

Notable Not Home Shot Allegations Stir Case in Buckeys Town

Norman Dixon of Buckeys Town faced assault with intent to kill charges after Patrick O Malley testified Dixon fired from his doorway striking the eaves near O Malley’s home on November 20. O Malley, his family, and a neighbor corroborated the confrontation while Dixon claimed self defense. Bail of 3200 was posted and Dixon was released pending grand jury findings.

Norman Dixon O'Maley Dixon Dixons O' Malle Asaault Beay Hison O'Malley Alt Joh O'Malley Fon Tits de Warran Boli Shite Attapnes Aaron Anders Wis Asslota Jaeqgh Robrhick Samuel AQ | Lewiat Rene Scharp

Belly Atle Company Opens Record Run at City Opera House

The BAMy Allen Company began a week long engagement at the City Opera House last evening with an apparently strong audience showing. The opening opera Roy Heception was presented in strong fashion by a capable troupe led by Ta kashi. The program promises other popular New York Broadway comedies, including Love of Mike, produced years ago on Broadway, with the company likely to draw solid attendance and favorable reaction.

Atle Bamy Allen City Opera House Roy Heception Takashi Mike

Christmas Dinner for All in the City

An army officer plans a Christmas dinner for the city’s deserving poor. Captain McCabe appeals for clothing donations for needy women and requests public help identifying locals who may be in need or whose dinner could be in doubt. The custom of giving a substantial city dinner at Christmas is noted.

Thaccandinee Jyaa Deeervans McCbe McCabe Chri Bea Dong

Captain P Porter Honored with Memorial Tablet in Annapolis

The memory tablet honors Captain Philip Fortes and eight years as marshal of Annapolis, plus years as clerk to the City Council and captain of Company M the Governors Guards. The Independent Fire Company No. 1 housed the tablet. A Christian cantata directed by H L L Coblem will be sung at the Reformed Church in Annapolis on Sunday evening, featuring 89 voices and Adam Geibel’s Glory to the Lord.

Cant Philip & Fortes Fin Anarshal Annapolis Qoscore Tomer Frederek Christ Hll Adam Geibel

No Fire To Find On East Fifth Street

This morning at about 8 20 the three fire companions were called to extinguish a fire that could not be found. Responding to East Fifth Street they found no blaze. The report is fragmented and unclear on the exact streets and outcomes.

East Fifth Street Mother Hubbard East Fudd Street Pitth Sant Saxtic

Urbana farm sale and estate transfer noted

Real estate and insurance firm sells 7 acres of land near Urbana. Purchaser Korwoot and partners assume possession as Lawson and Mrs. Jawson hold gates to the Sprit Loamd property. Sale signals transfer of title and tenancy terms for the Urbana area.

Urbana Farm Graysea Tl Staley Insu Cnt Min Korwoot Con Nwa

Chamberlains Tablets for Indigestion and Constipation

Old classified style ad claims Chamberlains Tablets aid indigestion and constipation by stimulating the stomach and bowels. They promise gentle action to restore natural function, urging readers to try them when feeling dazed stiff and constipated. Ad copy notes satisfaction with their effect.

Dai

Frederic Delegation Protests Telephone Rates

Frederick business leaders push to appear before the Public Service Commission to protest current C P L telephone rates. A county-wide plan seeks a delegation to present data and seek rate reductions ahead of the January hearing. Local groups, including the Board of Trade and Farmers Association, coordinate actions with city officials to ensure Frederick's representation.

Public, Service Commission Public Service Commission of Maryland Frederic Bound of Trade Frederick Trade Board Acta Chongshe Board of Trade Comenvasion Pelle Servite Commissara State of Marytime Frederck City Prederich Coanty Publc Marykind Dearins Edward S. Delaplaine Toruieed S. Coldsmith Battimore Otha Chesa- Peake Paremag Commission Kan Uy 5 Ihe Peake Broderick County Fred.erick County Farmers’ Association Alka Farmers Association Vvmropons Public Service Commission William J Groves Ima M Greve Tekanan Rrsae Ghelore

Private Prank M. Riser Enlists in Matos Army in Siberia

Countian in Siberia named Private Prank M. Riser, son of the late Pushnaster Melvin AL EL Riser, reportedly enlisted in the Matos Army some time ago, with roots tied to knights and Vindivertck locality.

Countian Siberia M. Riser Pushnaster Melvin AL EL Riser Knights Matos Vindivertck

Wall's Catarrh Medicine Ad Claims Cure

An old advertisement touts Wall’s Catarrh Medicine as a reliable remedy for catarrh and mucous infections. It promises blood purification and general health improvement after a short course, urging readers to start taking it immediately and to request free treatment materials.

Sears Walla Malls Wall TolPila Ghia Saldoby

Enforcement of law barring rabbit sale begins

The county imposes a five o'clock start to enforce a state opinion that rabbit sale is illegal. Rabbits killed or sold here may lead to arrest and prosecution as magistrates apply the law, pending higher court rulings. Attorney General Albert C. Ruehle advised the prohibition, supported by State Game Warden Le Compte, prompting dealers to halt sales or face penalties.

Tadey Louis Citchison Albert C. Ruehle LeCompte Etchison Perssons Hiw Or‘phans’ Court Frederick County James I Wok Edward J. Smyth

Savings habit promoted by local bank in Frederick MD

A Frederick Maryland bank advertises the ease of opening a savings account and promises full cooperation to help customers create a steady weekly saving habit. The ad emphasizes creating a routine and growing financial discipline with the bank’s support.

Local Surplus Funds Reported for Wredbrick Maryland

Surplus funds totaled 125000.00 with additional 126000.00 listed. James Harrie serves as president with Frank Lestoner as vice president in the firm’s reported accounts. The fragmentary document cites official roles and a capital emphasis in the listed figures.

Mrs Bandholtz insanity denial by son on duty

Lieut Colonel Bandholtz, son of General and Mrs Bandholtz, denied reports that Mrs May Cleveland Bandholtz had suddenly gone insane. He noted she suffered stress over her husband’s safety and had delusions about his capture. She had visited Army headquarters, then lived in Anniston and Savignan while he served in France, later showing improvement at a York sanitarium.

May Cleveland Bandholtz Bri Darry Hil Bandholts Maryland ‘National Guardsmen i France Lievenant Bandholts Antilles Dandholtz Treval Bandholt Twenty-seventh Division New York Spanianburg Tle O'Ryan Twent Istatt wAnules Bandhotta Stilts Bandhotts Cypinand O Piry Eighth Infantry Brigade McClelan Barnholtz Thentilles Savigan Ar Sar Ata York Bandhsitz Hutem Amer Interallieg Miatv Thassion

Washington lawmakers warn 000 to 3000 small papers risk suspension

Representative Anthony reports 2000 to 3000 small newspapers may face suspension rather than extinction unless newsprint shortages are eased. He urges a bill to cap daily pages at 24 for second class papers and to curb Sunday comic and magazine supplements. He cites ad volumes as a factor and calls for drastic ad reductions during the shortage.

Washington Anthony Republican Kansas House Postalire Aero Anil

Splendid Cough Medicine Endorsement Ad

Mrs Clay Mey of Feegnean Elation Mo extols Cham berlain s Cough Remedy as a great family medicine. She says she would have used it years ago and gives it to children for croupy symptoms and coughing, noting quick relief for her family.

Clay Mey

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