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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1897
Page
3
A mosaic of short items covers varied topics from February thaws and paper matches to electric cars in London and a $40,000 shipment to Baltimore. Other notes include pool hall money, a nagging tax tally in Cumberland, road engineer requests in Allegany County, and a frozen ground remark from a farmer.
PURELY PERSONAL at ot dais ee Mise Elle Fiver of East Third atrest fe viailing friends and relatives to Woodaboro. James H. Clemson of Clemson ville has returned from a viel to her ste ter, hs Dr Wheeler of Boonaboro. Miss Eva G Amith Liberty Tot Wednenday for Baltimore to platt her friend Miss Alice Gehring. Mr Milton Carter and Mr Abert Carter Jeft Liberty on Monday for Cherry Bill Cecil county where the latter will succeed R O Porter in the robandis ing busines. sr es Mr C BE Harbaugh of Hageratown was in Frederick yesterday. Mr G D Benner and WM Rowe of Dunnawick was in this city yesterday. Miss Emma Gorman who hat been spending the past month with friends and relatives in Hardaberg Pa hes re, farmed koma. Miss Beto Motz of Chambersburg Fa thiiling Mrs Charlis Waters Cat and Mrs L Victor Baughman are in New York City. Mr OG N Young of Back Lodgs Montgomery County is in the eelty today on businews.
Clayton Moberly of Montgomery County was arrested yesterday on a drunk and disorderly charge. He appeared before Magistrate River, paid a three dollar fee but initially failed to pay, and was committed to jail for four days before later being released after payment.
The circuit court convened this morning and after roll call adjourned until tomorrow. Mrs Aven Center is to hear the claim of property. Bil M. Gilbert appeared yesterday and the court rendered an adverse decision against the claimant.
Koonts a carriage builder in W Middleburg Cerrall county was badly bitten by a dog. The animal tore the skin from the calf of his leg from the knee nearly to the ankle in a severe injury.
A fragment notes Me Bogs and Babchary as players in an event at Monteres with a hog butcher theme. Details are garbled but reference to a butcher and participants suggests a local pageant or contest involving hogs and named figures.
Four men assaulted Abraham Mikesell and family near Araby on Georgetown turnpike, bound Mrs Zimmerman and Mr Mikesell, and stole about $75 in valuables including a gold watch. The burglars used a broken front door lock, searched the house, and escaped before daylight. Mikesell reported the crime to Frederick authorities and a clue hunt begins.
A report to Maryland Governor praises Montoynes Hospital in Frederick for improved facilities and care. It notes newly added wards, ventilated rooms, trained nursing staff, and strong medical supervision, highlighting Dr. Lee and Dr. John Morris for advancing reform and elevating care in the state.
Mary Suu Siowaing, born in Woodedills to the late Den tal Clary, married March 96 1844 and moved to Liberty with her husband, dying June 98 1696. Funeral services were at Liberty MR Church with Rev. J. xh Aareh officiating. interment at Singapore M. 2 Church cemetery. Pallbearers included John D. Kilng and A. Diller among others.
A large audience attended the Lutheran Church Sunday School Chapel on East Spread Street for a benefit concert for the poor. The program featured vocal and instrumental music, recitations, and a children’s song and dance finale.
The Philomathean Vicerary Society met in Philomathean Hall with President Alfred Ritter presiding at 745 pm. A special committee postponed the public debate to February 18. The program opened with readings and a debate on European Christian powers avenging Armenian outrages, the affirmative led by Nicodemus and Hargett, negative by Bowlue and Rohrback, with a slim majority for the affirmative. George K. R. Dennis Jr. was elected active member. The next meeting on February 12 will feature further readings, recitations, and a debate on universal taxation aiding national and international currency.
A January county report shows deaths totaling ten and interments at twenty with racial breakdown and ages. Causes include consumption, asthma, bronchitis, pneumonia, and heart disease, plus one scarlet fever case. County clerk records list twenty deeds, forty mortgages, six bills of sale and four chattel mortgages filed. Two licenses issued to youths under eighteen with parental permission. Four boys questioned by the clerk as witnesses before the grand jury, details and names noted.
Barry J. Baam and Mas B. Grave Osndoff, formerly of Frederick and A over, Pa, were married at St Mae GS Uluru with Rev. George W. Miller officiating. Attendants included Emme Hoops and Tandore Goodman as the ceremony and reception followed at the bride’s father George O. Orndorff’s home. The couple plans to reside in Philadelphia.
A partial readable fragment mentions an unnamed purchase of property on Halls road errest Braravicn from WF 8 Elgis and a plan to remove old buildings ahead of erecting a large hotel building, with a force at work clearing the site.
Feather, a brakeman on the latl more, was struck by a pole while attempting to pull a switch at Lime Kiln. The pole whipped, knocking him down and fracturing his leg. He was transported on the Winchester accommodation train to Baltimore for treatment.
A Brunewick political flare up reports conflict between central committee and Wim. Echnaulfer, bank figure Thadlaex appointed by Governor Lowndes sparks party unrest. Governor’s action follows vacancy due to Jaatics Edward D. death. Schoauf fer, last August Republican mayoral candidate, lost to E. A. Bhafor by about 40 votes amid blame accusations.
In Rockville Maryland a February 4 special reports that Lt Ie stated some property owners in the eastern part of the town seek an injunction against a proposed electric lighting plant to accompany waterworks. The Legislature authorized 20 000 dollars in bonds for water works and current government was pledged to carry out the plan. Opponents say there is no authority to include electric lighting and that the plan will burden their area. It is hoped the matter will be amicably settled.
Mr. D. W. Dudderar of near Taylors lectures on an old fashioned shaker threading machine and a practical fodder shredder. The talk praises a self-cleaning feature saving labor and time, noting the inventor’s mechanical skill and reputation in the state.
Tonight at eight o clock the Lyceum hosts Prof Cyeus Thomas in a public lecture open to ladies and gentlemen with drawings and sketches. Friday marks Abraham Lincoln’s birthday observance with a limited invitation list for the exercises. Another event is planned for 8 80 Sunday, with details in Bee News tomorrow.
A Br U U A M event by Fredonia Council No 46 will be held in the council chamber Kemp Hall building on the evening of Monday February 29. An interesting program will be rendered. The celebration plans were moved from Monday next to the later date.
A youth from Harmony township applied for a marriage license but, being under twenty one, must obtain parental consent. He was given a blank certificate to avoid further delays, with conditions noted by the clerk yesterday.
On Tuesday evening February 9 at 8 o'clock Frederick Council will give a minitcal and literary entertainment on the third floor of the Independent Engine House. Admission is free and the public is invited. Also listed are marriage licenses for Charles Rogar Moser and Danale L. Miter near Emmneborg and a lecture at Woman's College by Rev. Bartholomew on "Too New Woman." An incident notes a young man injured at Bravewlex when a yard object fell on him.
A incoherent OCR fragment notes a real estate sale to J C Banter by Samuel J Wilhide and an individual Arthur L Rogast taking a clerk post at a national bank. It mentions two unnamed individuals employed in a railroad section and references pregnancy or appetite changes and a need for a new pad. The text is garbled with several misread names and places.
Miller acquitted in federal court after eight day jury trial on charges of buying on margin and manipulating accounts at Central National Bank of Frederick. Judge Morris admonished courtroom as Miller celebrated with attorney Wilson. state charges noted but federal acquittal stands.
National Armenian Relief Committee reports sending 35000 dollars to aid Turkey amid reports of mass suffering and child fatalities from famine. The International Committees chair in Constantinople confirms remittance funds will fund care at one dollar per child per month to prevent starvation and enslavement. Brothered Co of New York handles the transfer and distribution.
Capt Thomas Kailor of Hagerstown marked his ninetieth birthday with a family dinner. Despite age, he remains healthy. Attending were his sons Thomen Kailor of Baltimore and Geo Kailor and Elmer Kailor of Hagerstown.
A medley of the Key Monument Association will be held tomorrow evening at 7 30 o'clock in the YMCA rooms.
An old notice promotes Armour's Laundry Soap with a coupon offer for grocers. It also advertises a used bicycle sale at a fixed price and a bicycle supply shop at Heath Market Street, with refunds for mended punctures. Also mentions a postponed dance at Groff Park due to bad weather and invites invitees to attend on the rescheduled date.
A short read notes a limited run font sale with emphasis on savings and limited quantity. It mentions promotional dates and a local retailer, urging readers to act quickly before stock runs out.
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