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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Feb 09, 1895
Page
7
Fragmentary OCR reads as a historical rundown noting events and people for February 9. Mentions include names and dates obscured by garbled text, with some references to activities and a possible obituary fragment mentioning a person and a wine item.
A community event modeled after a Washington Evening Star charity drive invites Frederick residents to a 7 p m gathering on February 12. Attendees are asked to bring parcels plainly labeled with their names for police committee distribution to ward households. Contributions to both the cash fund and the pound party are welcome.
A large touring mill owned by Dr A B Reynolds and Co in northern Shepherdstown along the Potomac river was completely destroyed by fire on Wednesday morning. Heat and heavy snow hindered water access as crews fought three streams to no avail. The stone and corrugated iron mill, known as the Gid John D Steley Mill, had recently been updated with new rollers and a second fishery and a massive water wheel. Loss estimated between $5400 and $9900 with partial insurance. 2000 bushels of wheat were on site. Investigators will pursue the fire’s source, Turner Bros. also suffered losses from on site stock insurances.
The piece surveys a harsh winter with biting cold, snow, and icy pavements. It jokes about fashion, local shops, and stage life, urges pavement cleanliness, calls for a board of ladies to manage the Opera House, and invites readers to donate to the poor while forecasting continued cold and a Valentine’s Day reminder.
A stormy forecast notes February as short but potential for bad weather. References to storm events on the 3rd and 6th, a Mars alignment on the 7th, with cold waves and heavy snows expected. Mentions unsettled winter patterns and ongoing storm activity across regions.
City fire companies now employ a STRESseG DP ALG ready to attach to engines to thaw water and steam lines swiftly. Thirty pounds of steam are carried on each engine to instantly thaw any blocked pipes during a blaze, ensuring rapid suppression. Members stand ready as engines move in formation to tackle outbreaks promptly.
The event date has been moved from Wednesday to Monday evening. The new date is February 11, and attendees are reminded of the updated schedule.
A fire in a tenant dwelling near the Kefauver residence on the Xi Pike, two miles east of Middletown, threatened the home of Mr Kefauver and a large barn. A neighbor discovered the blaze as a strong wind and zero temperatures risked spreading flames. Prompt action saved the property.
Amid heavy snow an odd market day unfolds with scarce buyers and inflated chatter. A planned pound party at the News office features Mary Jane and others, while price lists span eggs butter beef poultry vegetables and fruits, plus real estate transfers and marriage licenses in the same issue.
The News launches a fund to aid the poor amid the chest indebtedness. Donations will be promptly directed to those in need. coal and provisions already distributed. Money will go directly to recipients, with emphasis on essentials like clothing and fuel. Names of contributing donors listed. appeal for funds to ease widespread hardship.
A social event at Mr. Gharea Dougherty's home in New Midway Maryland on Thursday January 31 hosted guests from McBherrys town Fred erick and Woodiro. About thirty people arrived around seven o'clock. After games and amusements a delicious supper was served. The host and hostess thanked the committee John W. Sorok and A C. Valentine for organizing the evening.
A young cyclone hit Frederick around 10 o'clock today sweeping through the street with force strong enough to smash a window at George A. Gilbert's store. Signs were torn, shelves toppled, and snow whipped into the air. Temperatures plunged to near freezing as debris clattered along the block. Local shops such as Renner Kemp and Heeger faced damage and possible losses, while workers reported disruptions and many residents sought shelter as the storm moved through.
A fragment notes Cereshilre Roller Flour promises superior loaf quality by producing more loaves per barrel at a lower cost. The text mentions delivery by end of February and a delivery address on Fast Patrick Street, but details are unclear in the damaged OCR.
The piece urges early spring blood purification and renewed vitality through Hood's Sarsaparilla. It notes a long wait before relief and promotes restored vigor across the system. Also announces Hoyt's Bard of Heyawre Grimesey Me Soy and James B Macht in Grimes' Eller Dour at the Opera House on Monday February 11.
Local notes advertise Valentines and gifts, bicycles, rubber stamps, and various goods at the Temple of Fancy. Also mentions coal deliveries, book stock, tinware, and a lecture by Prof Titton on sacredness of the Budd. Gas discounts offered to customers by Keller Newman & Co. and C B Ciiigan.
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