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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 1922
Page
5
Maryland faces cloudy skies with precipitation possible tonight and continuing into Wednesday. Western regions may see lingering showers as the system moves eastward, with cooler air settling in afterward.
John N. Stanton of Stanton aged 65 died yesterday in Baltimore after a lengthy illness. Fanny M. Knotts 73 died at home 109 East Street Baltimore after a long illness. Julia A. Blattan widow of John Stanton died January 1 at 9 North Fulton Avenue with funeral arrangements to follow in Baltimore. Benson Hooker died recently with services at Oak Cemetery and interment at Oak Cemetery.
Funeral services for E Harland Ramsburg were conducted yesterday by Rev W R Stur at the Walkersville cemetery. Surviving relatives include three sisters and several siblings listed among Wachter Cramer Strine Breck Houck families. Interment followed at a local cemetery under K G Pui director. Grimes reported Ramsburg ill in Asheville N C for treatment but showed slight improvement. arrangements will continue at the sanatorium after departure.
Controversy over state road jurisdiction and advertising signs on rights of way discussed. Officials urge clearer rules to inform the public while landowners challenge limits on sign placement and information allowed on highways.
The January meeting of the Frederick Civic Club endorsed the Legislative plan of the League of Women Voters including A Children’s Code a State Department of Child Hygiene raising the age of consent to eighteen equal guardianship health certificates for marriage licenses a general political disabilities bill and updates to marriage and divorce law. The club also backed the law enforcement bill and efforts to abolish race track gambling and sabbath amusements such as baseball and moving pictures. Miss Gerber spoke on cooperation with town and country club women and study plans in citizenship.
The annual stockholders meeting elected the bank and branch directors. At 2:30 p.m. the new board will organize by naming officers for the coming year. The article lists numerous directors for main and auxiliary boards across Emmitsburg Monrovia Myersville Thurmont and other stations. Two farm colts injured a helper and a owner during handling. Rights of way for railway lines near Brunswick and Jefferson discussed with 23 deeds recorded and property transfers noted.
The YMCA board re elected officers Elias B Ramsburg as president A LeRoy McCardell vice president J Travere Thomas treasurer Henry B Ramsburgh secretary and the board includes R Paul Smith A W Herbert Glenn O Garber R Ames Hendrickson Prof Amon Burgee William B Zimmerman Dr James A Long Cole John Markey Robert L Warfield plus new members Herbert Warfield and Garber.
Privates Kohnow Karna han and Hledsoe of the Field Artillery at Camp Meade were court martialed for drunkenness and property damage in Frederick on November 27. They received six months in the stockade after a Camp Meade hearing, with Ferguson compensated for damage to his grocery store awning.
A revival gathering last night at 127 East Sixth Street hosted Evangelist Stanley Cook. After prayers and testimonies he delivered a stirring sermon on The Second Coming of Christ and sang several songs. Fifty two attendees, some from five to six miles away, saw one young lady profess conversion. A second service is planned tonight at 7 30 at 20 Market Space led by George L. Rothenhoefer with Leaders Class. Public invited.
After hearing yesterday in the civil case Potter and Craig vs Mary Ennis the court allowed an amendment to the declaration and time to secure more evidence. The plaintiff, an insurance agent in Waynesboro, alleges defendant in Burkittsville owes 125.82 in premiums. Dr Joseph Ennis acted as agent for the mother. Attorneys Albert Brown and Jacob Rohrback appeared. Another scheduled suit names John Deter vs George Eldridge for 152 in board claims with a counterclaim for horse and buggy use.
The Frederick Company A received 1865.92 in salaries covering July 1 to December 31, 1921, distributed to about 73 members as their third pay since organization on November 8, 1920. Checks ranged from 3 to 60 dollars. drills are weekly. Officers listed include Captain Roof Barrick and Lieutenants Lester Smith and Guy Anders.
Notices announce the annual meeting and dinner of the Confederate Veterans at Hotel Frederick on January 19 1922 at 1230 PM led by Commander Joseph H Trundle. Fitzhugh Lee Chapter plans a January 19 1902 birthday observance for Robert E Lee at Mrs Wm DeLashmutt’s home.
A partial roster lists officers and key personnel of Citizens National Bank. Names include president J D Baker, vice president WM G Baker, cashier WM G Zimmerman, assistant cashier Joseph McDivitt, and other executives such as D E Kefauver and Thomas H Haller.
John D P Hendrickson offers a detailed notice praising woolen hosiery and winter footwear. It highlights woolen socks for men and women, high spiced heels, ribbed textures, various fabrics, and imported hose. Prices are described as reasonable and the items recommended for spring use.
A 40 1-2 acre VINE land parcel west of Frederick near city limits is offered as an investment. The limestone land features 2,000 feet frontage on the state road, city water, and improvements including a 5-room brick house a barn and stock sheds. Located at 27 Court St.
Mildred Main 14 or 15, of Wisner Street, found in Hagerstown and brought home. No charge of incorrigibility. State's Attorney Aaron R. Anders says the girl was located and custody given to her parents. Charles Straitman held on 1000 bond as grand jury weighs charge of enticing a minor from home. Straitman allegedly drove the girl to Baltimore and left her at Maryland station.
Mackall, state roads chairman, declined to add to Frank Zouck’s charges about a deficit in the maintenance fund. Zouck says the Governor should have known of the deficit two years ago and cites the governor's late mention of the shortfall in his annual message. The Roads Commission report attributes the shortage to insufficient license tax receipts.
Real estate broker Marewood D Harp lists numerous Frederick area farms with varied acreage, improvements, and prices. Properties range from 18 to 149 acres including frame homes, bank barns, water, railroad and road access, and prices stated from 3 500 to 6 000 dollars. Listings note proximity to Frederick and state roads with details on outbuildings and dairy suitability.
Grayson H. Staley offers multiple land parcels for sale in Maryland. Properties include 8 acres with a 7 room house near Bear Broomfield. 4 12 acres near New Midway. 40 acres near Woodsboro. 50 acres near Church Hill. 16 12 acres between Lewistown and Mountandale. 11 2 acres along the State Road near Lewistown. 67 acres near Woodsboro. 103 acres near New Market. 16 acres near Frederick along the State Road. 28 acres near New London. 149 acres near New London. 69 acres near Frederick along the State Road. 169 acres near Urbana Store with an adjoining store. Listing based in Banrance, Frederick, Md.
A fragmented real estate list offering multiple farms for sale with acreages from 14 to 300, some with buildings and land features, plus notes on prices such as 7500 and 5500. Also advertises insurance and mortgage services by Markell H. Nelson at 28 W Patrick St Frederick Md.
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