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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Feb 16, 1891
Page
4
A collage of local ads reads wanted men and wares across Wallis Schell storefronts and nearby shops. Social notes list residents traveling to Walkersville Taneytown and Charlestown while visitors from Abbottstown Harrisburg and Baltimore join hosts on East Second and Third streets.
In Westminster Circuit Court a ten dollar wheat note case concluded with a verdict for the plaintiff for the full amount plus interest after a three day trial. Plaintiffs Geo P Buckey a banker of Union Bridge and Samuel Harwick a Taneytown district farmer pursued the suit against the note holder who bought it without knowledge of the transaction. The court has ruled that payment cannot be enforced by holders with knowledge at purchase date. Field and Co.s Famous Minstrels played to a good opera house crowd with Field Billy Van and Eduard Estus drawing praise. The piece ends with announcements of March 24 showings and Hotel arrivals and factory-related machinery deliveries noted for the county.
In morning services Rev Osborne Ingle preached from Psalm 6 as choir members assisted by Baltimore’s Mr Byrd Eichelberger. Evening sermons referenced the Gates and Luke’s parables with musical selections by Miss Eleacore Trier and Miss Tyler. Beside worship, meetings discussed forming a Bible class. Rev Dr Moran plans outreach to colored people next Sunday with a Wednesday lecture and Lent rites upcoming.
An old woman prepared medicine or a druggist with no catarrh experience offers a remedy by Dr Hartley now marketed as a complete home treatment for catarrh cure. Price one dollar. Sold by druggists.
The remains of Edward Roelker, former chief grain inspector at the Corn and Flour Exchange Baltimore and once of Frederick, were buried yesterday afternoon in London Park Cemetery. Services at the home followed by Masonic rites and funeral attendees from multiple lodges and orders attended the burial.
A letter to the editor argues the tramp problem stems from strong drink and saloon culture. It urges abolishing saloons to reduce vagrancy, critiques politicians and Christians for tolerating the root cause, and suggests licensing the tramp to offset jail costs. Also notes local artists Robert Gelwicks and John Dicks painting scenery for Cason's Opera House in Emmitsburg.
Mrs Mary Repp wife of Samuel Repp died at her Union Bridge home on Monday aged 64 years 10 months 23 days after years of foot illness ending in blood poisoning Funeral held Tuesday with Elders Stoner Lyon and Sutely officiating Interment Beaver Dam graveyard Infant Jarry son of Charles and Catherine Rowe East South Street died yesterday morning at 9 40 from Whooping cough aged 15 months Funeral this afternoon at 4 from residence Rev George Dichi officiating. Burial at Mt Oliver. C C Carty funeral director.
United Brethren pastor Rev. G W Kiracofe received a fine silk hat on Saturday from a church member. He was surprised and very thankful for the present.
The Frederick train from Baltimore did not arrive on time due to a freight car derailment near Woodstock, arriving at 10 10 rather than the expected hour. The incident caused the late arrival and disrupted local service.
Miss Liznie Hobte of Frederick is ill at home. Mrs Hemler visiting Frederick returned home. Mr Ambrose Alt wut and Mr Sobua Rtedes left for Tunta Pa. Rev. Peepsylvania Rail Wad Die. W. L. Weaver bought properties in Mt. St. Marys area. Margaret Marble died after illness. A euchre party at A V Keepers. Wagon accident near home. Potatoes shown by J J Hockensmith. Pike condition worsened with washouts. Pleasant Farm party at Byers. Chas W Ott owns moccasins from Wounded Knee. Bridge work at Myers’ Mil and fording relief. W H Moke sent twenty five headstones to St Joseph cemetery. Mt St Marys Alumni banquet planning. Marshall Gilbert visiting. Miss Lilly R Young returns from Hagerstown with Miss Gertrude Gilbert. J B Russman to Dayton and Buffalo visits. Thieves steal rotors and autoharp. Literary Society active with music by Stotelmyer Bros. Next meeting arranged by committee. Chewsville Clippings notes. Miss Wetlie Potter visits Wingeston. Miss Mamie Betts at Chambersburg. U B church to build parsonage foundation begun. Edward Bovey improving after illness. Nettie Huyett wed William Hoover in Baltimore. Reception supper by sister Sallie Bett.
Mr W L Duval has received contracts to erect a fine dwelling house and store room for Mr Peter Mantz on North Market Street and two double dwelling houses on East South Street for Mr C E Zelters.
Constable Jacob Brengle departed this morning for the Industries Home for Colored Girls at Melvale with Elizabeth Jones. She was committed by Magistrate Wilson on the charge of incorrigibility.
Readable fragments describe a February gym drill by about seventy five pupils at a Maryland institute on Market Street. Visitors including Rev Turner and Dr Schley attended an orderly program with marching, drills, and wand exercises. Uniforms were dark tan with light blue trimmings.
A news rep describes properties near Cannon Hill Company owned by a local syndicate of young men. Several factories and the B&O Railroad are within a short walk, suggesting a bright outlook for selling and renting houses on this property. Real estate transfers include Clara V. Green to Charles W Johnson in Frederick County for 418.98 dollars and other transfers in Knoxville Mechanicstown Brunswick and more. A fire in a parlor on East South Street was quickly suppressed with minor damage. Local arts, industry, and civic notes follow including ladder contracts, Lincoln’s birthday observances, a preacher’s move, a Ladies Auxiliary meeting, an assault warrant, and a few marriage licenses.
The shop announces the arrival of the nine choicest spring dress ginghams now open. The South window on Market Street showcases the handsome collection, urging early selections to secure the cream of the market.
Our first invoice of Mattings reached a 3 on Saturday Larry purchasers will do well to call before buying elsewhere.
Washington dispatch reports resignation of District Attorney fledge at president's request and speculation that Hodge may be McComas's successor. McComas, Maryland congressman, viewed as potential appointee. Capitol aides believe a favorable interview outcome possible. Also local notices: sick, elderly and convalescent residents. wheat markets active with 13,575 bushels traded. donations to Key Monument Association from several firms and Dr. Geo E Connell Frederick.
John Hendrickson advertises a full spring collection including Henrietta Ael Wool Sarah Cheviot and French German robes with many new dress patterns from a large stock. The note mentions sale through druggists and storekeepers and seeks agents for John C. Rodehock manufacturer based in Ladiestburg MA.
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