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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jan 12, 1910
Page
5
The News explains the importance of submitting names addresses and dates of sale to be recorded in the Public Sale Record to avoid conflicts. It notes Free service that prints bills or ads in Save Reawin and both weekly issues, and stresses placing orders early.
Under Post Office Department rulings tax news calendars cannot be mailed to subscribers. Those who want a calendar may request one by calling at the office or by mail with a two cent stamp.
Purely personal items list residents and visitors in Hagerstown and nearby towns. Mentions Dr Highbar, Miss Meadows, William Bates, Frederick Suman, Miss Eleanor, Miss Annie Kopp, Mrs Leonard and daughter Inez, Mr A Praraet, and others visiting relatives or traveling between Baltimore, Washington, and local addresses.
William H. Cotanwell former sheriff and prominent resident of Walkersville dies at his home after a long career as a carpenter builder. Born in Walkate in 1883 he trained in public schools and carpentry, later securing contracts for most houses in Walkersville and supervising hospital and school projects in Chicago and at North Market arrest Male High School.
The community honors Mr Cromwell a veteran of the Civil War and former county official. Survived by children Edward Blok Charles Houck Robert Cromwell and Richard Cromwell of Walkersville, plus siblings Arthur Cromwell Zavh Cromell and Minnie Cromwell. Funeral planned for Friday at the family home in Walkersville.
An unusual will of Joseph H. Pierce of Minatove probated in the Orphans Court at Nagerstown. It names Evaline Pierce as widow heir to all personal property and real estate after her death, with restrictions on gifts to relatives and sons Otho and James Pierce. The will, dated December 23, 1907, directs specific sums to Annie C Himes and others, and assigns insurance money collection duties to a church and a Junior Order.
The directors of the Frederick County National Bank reorganized yesterday with old officers reelected and new staff appointed. Peeler and Kinchey named to key roles, while tellers and bookkeeper positions were confirmed amid routine changes.
A fragmented list of real estate transfers, marriages and estate notices in Frederick area. Includes property dealings in Frederick City and surrounding county, with names such as Walter and wife, James M. Homey, Baltimore and Washington White Cross Milk Company, and others. references to Orphans Court, executors, and letters testamentary with various sums and properties.
Annapolis reports dispute over the Republican Legislature naming a joint caucus next Monday evening to nominate a U S Senator. Fredericksburg judge Motter is the favored candidate with strong support in both houses. The plan calls for separate House and Senate ballotings at noon, followed by a joint convention to declare the result.
Court records show a case involving Jackson and Eckstéle, with a judge ordering a stay of action for 90 days. The directive appears tied to a dispute over rent payments and alleged baiting of a law enforcement investigation, amid racially charged tensions.
A colonial Maywood mansion owned by Mr. and Mrs. Morris and Mr. Bingham was completely destroyed by an early morning fire. Guests escaped with little more than hats and clothing. two children were safely rescued from the second floor as flames and smoke filled the library and hallways. Firefighters and Buffalo guests faced a rapid evacuation, with only the brick chimney remaining as the house burned.
The Young Men's Christian Association board closed its 1909 work during a November meeting. The annual business session elected the 1910 board from a nominating committee list. Multiple named members and executives were listed, with reports from seven active committees summarized for the year’s activities. The assembly adjourned to read and confirm the new roster.
On November 1 1909 a local bank announced an increased interest rate to four percent per annum on all fixed deposits bearing this rate and stated that no depositor need present their book to effect the change. The 4% rate applies to new deposits made on the same date and the contract terms remain for other deposits.
Prof Martin Bates Stephens, State Superintendent of Public Education, married to Miss Nellie Johnson, daughter of Mr. Purnell Johnson, a prominent Denton resident in Caroline County Maryland. The wedding occurred this morning at the bride’s home with local family in attendance.
A fragmented retail notice lists January specials including Madras shirts at $1.50 and $1.26, bleached muslins and cambric yardages, long cloths, table damask, towels, and linens. Items are described with yardage, pricing, and mentions of limited offers, urging a three week drop-in period.
A garbled OCR note recounts a skating party hosted by Neidio and Miller. Several young men attended, then boarded the afternoon train home, while the promoter, unable to catch that train, took a later route on foot.
Prof Bates Stephens has held his recent position since 1900 and hails from Paroneete County Joie. He served many years as a school examiner in Carolice County and is noted for his educational contributions.
Local rag provides a patchwork of listings from January including theatre dramas. dances at Braddick Heights Casino. indoor events starting January 12. a Lake View attraction. a boys party with prizes and dancing. piano lessons and offered lessons. gas dining huts feature. a Wednesday January 18 dance at 8 20 pm. private instruction and a fireman listing.
At yesterday's county commissioners meeting settlements were finalized with road supervisors and several appointments were listed including Samuel C. Hough Charles H. Baer E. Smith George Huffman Thomas W. Boller Arnold and others for Petersville and Barkin districts. A Frederick City Hospital meeting noted patient counts for Dopey 1800 with 337 listed as in care and awaiting further action.
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