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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1909
Page
5
Fragmented OCR mentions 1903 centennial signing and Louisiana Purchase treaty. References include Kirkwood and Seience like planet positions, declination 23 degrees and 26, south of celestial equator. Text is garbled with no clear event or date.
Fragmentary ad style notice lists Shoes Clothir and department items for a Christmas Shopping Special. Mentions City Opera House Open House and Austine Treasures. References Central Hardware Co and Nat Buk Tee Slates with vendor names and promotional phrases.
The column lists residents and visitors in Frederick and nearby towns. It mentions Justice John L Jordan in Frederick on business, Carl Moleaworthip traveling to New York, and several locals tied to Baltimore Thurmont Coresville and Lancaster. It notes holiday visits, college students home, and multiple sick lists including Mrs. Robert Eaton and Mr. Charles Harman.
Fragmentary notice shows Samuel Forney as auctioneer at the door on Saturday for an estate sale likely titled Meal Estate. Adverse copy suggests public auction terms and location not clearly provided.
Incomplete text describes a brother, blood tests, and a surgical procedure. It mentions Dr Stanters family and a Stauffer home in Walkersville with hospital reports at 10 o'clock last night. Details are fragmentary and uncertain.
Miss Olive Wolfe of Baltimore engaged to Mr Byron of Mount Lebanon with wedding planned Thursday afternoon. Rev E Rend ay to perform at Mount Lebanon. Marie Senvency of Union Bridge to wed Nathan Dorgey at 2725 Park. Edward Coffman and Dora Myerstown married May 15 with Rev Lamar officiating. Elmer Strainbittinge and Carrie Hittinger wed at Woodsboro Lutheran Church. Arthur Wyncoop and Annie Monroe united in Brunswick with ceremony conducted by Rev Frook Jenkins.
The Baty Stocking Association will host its annual Christmas distribution for Frederick children tomorrow afternoon at the City Opera House. Entertainment includes moving tableaux and a touring troupe performance to aid the Empty Stocking Association. Five dollars will be donated to cover entertainment costs. gifts of dolls toys and candy will be distributed alongside useful items. Frederick Art Club met Thursday with business and civic matters discussed including city street waste receptacles.
The remains of Jute-Cant. Lewis M. Zimmerman arrived from Baltimore at 10 this morning and the funeral was held at the B&O depot. Services were led by Reverend Dr. Charis Steck with Reynolds Post G.A.R. in attendance and conducting rites at the grave. Pallbearers included C. C. Currens Gideon Witcher John White Captain A. Aens Castle Chas Moberly and Eli Front. Coles Cavalry members and officers accompanied the remains, including Col. Gow Ver tion Serjeant John G. Maynard James Campbell and Gen. Daniel I. Stanton. The service proceeded to Mt. Olivet. C. Carty was among the mourners.
Through attorney Bainue Lewin Flo re Gertrude Hammond seeks a divorce from George Washington Hammond. The parties, described as colored, were married in Baltimore on December 6, 1903, by ME. The court action proceeds with standard grounds for dissolution.
The record shows a Not Guilty verdict on assault at 10 o'clock. The appeal discusses the lower court's decisions and an abatement plea challenging jurisdiction. The case references Kesler Burgess v. the Eurinora Supply Co with a $75 affirmation for a Farmen Supply Co matter and adjournment of further proceedings.
Resignations noted at Main Street Baptist Church as Rev E C Allard leaves for Criefield. John W Young assumes milling firm control amid transfer of the Ridgely area assets. Frederick-bound changes come as industries shift leadership from Dorsey Subndon era to new management.
The listing advertises holiday furniture and decor including bedroom chairs cabinets and tables for family gifts. It notes a distribution event for Frederick children at the Opera House and features seasonal sales on shoes and coats with prices and shop locations.
A dense paste of vendor names and offers from Frederick streets includes Hershberger chocolates, Mullinix goods, Scott Brothers nickel ware, orange and grape specials, and home decor. The note invites shoppers to visit shops on East Patrick Street and North Market with promises of bargains, lighting, and frequent hours, urging support for local progress.
Incomplete text describes a man injured by a run for an animal and a fire start claim. Mentions a field, a family in bed, and a person named Mr. Migeoanea. Difficult to parse. details unclear due to damaged OCR.
Notice for the Citizens' Nation Bank of Frederick Maryland to elect directors for the ensuing year at the bank’s building on the second Tuesday and January 11 1910 between 10 and 12. Zimmerman cashier announces a 4 percent annual interest on deposits and reminds depositors no bank presence is needed to receive changes.
A fragment lists assorted items and promotions from retailers including free gifts with purchases, holiday tables, furniture and kitchenware, Kodak products, and Christmas trees. It references specific shops and brands in a crowded, anachronistic catalog of offers and prices.
Santerre tailored waists silk waists and long kimonos dominate a late season display. Mendel’s famed garments headline a broad assortment including rain coats, coats, capes, muffs, and fur sets with prices listed and a call to shop at Neidig and Miller.
Local shop advertises a broad assortment of candies, fruits, nuts, extracts, and baking supplies. The notice emphasizes low prices, large stock, and holiday bargains with many items named such as oranges, dates, coconuts, and mince meat. Aimed at Frederick area shoppers, it urges early registration and mentions handmade items and general merchandise.
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