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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1900
Page
4
A dispatch from General Roberts dated January 15 reports part of his army has crossed the Tugela River, confirming the earlier claim. The消息 comes via Special Dispatch to Tex News from London.
Special Dispatch reports nineteen New South Wales Lancers were ambushed by Boers and captured after a severe engagement. The clash occurred during a patrol when enemy fire forced a retreat, with several men wounded before capture.
Caperows January 18. It is persistently rumored Ladysmith has been relieved by a British force. The report circulates in Capetown with no official confirmation yet.
Miss Ada Rhodes returns from Hanover and Gettysburg Pennsylvania. Elis Piguoan heads to Washington to visit relatives. Col D O Winebrewer spends the day in Washington. Edward Lohman of Baltimore returns after visiting local friends. Mr Frederick Obenderfer leaves for Charles Town West Virginia. Myra, Charles Robert Holmes and child from Fargo visit Mrs Holmes’ parents in East Patrick. Harry Nussbaum of Washington visiting his parents on North Market. Charles Doll leaves East Church for Baltimore on business. Daniel Feigley spends the day in Baltimore on business. Harry Wilcoxon visits friends in Baltimore. Mrs Charles Reed of Hagerstown visiting her brother M Daniels. Harry E W Storm returns home to prepare for Westward move. Mrs D M Daniels Sr and granddaughter Wardie Molet of Baker ton return after visiting Storm and Daniels. Edgar Worthington of Winchester spends a few days with Frederick friends. Mr Charles W Miller of Emmitsburg visits friends in the city. Mr and Mrs George W Montgomery of Tramagille spend the day in Frederick. Baracker of South Market summoned to bedside of his father John Baracker of Baltimore who is very ill.
Invitations received in Frederick announce the marriage of Charlotte Anna Brednell daughter of Mr and Mrs Frank Chapman Brednell New Haven Conn to Charles William Birely son of Mr William Birely of Frederick. The wedding is set for 630 PM Wednesday at the Church of Mer in New Haven. Confederate Banquet notes Gen Robert E Lee birthday observed by Confederate Veterans at Adamstown with reunion and banquet.
The May or and Board of Aldermen met to address a vacancy in the library trustees created by James M Hood's death. The session covered street alley access, tax relief for Hott & Son stock, a minor water rent adjustment, and a significant Artz library endowment. The board explored appointing trustees for the O Barr Artz Library with conditions and church membership requirements, valued at about 137000.
At Glade Reformed Church Wallersville Rev D J Wolf pastor will preach Sunday morning at 10 30 Sunday school at 9 30 Indigestion due to weakness of the stomach relieved by Hood s the greatest stomach tonic and care for
Jerome F Swartley was arrested at Brunswick by Constable Brust on a murder warrant sworn by the State's Attorney. He was brought to Frederick before Justice White, committed without bail, with possible bail hearings and removal to Cumberland for family relocation. Swartley claimed self defense in the Seeberger shooting, said he sought a doctor, and noted Seeberger’s alleged statements supporting his actions.
The Montgomery County Agricultural Society board at Rockville elected Willieut Dortey president John H. Gassaway vice president John E. Muncaster secretary and John J. Higgins treasurer for one year The next annual exhibition is set for September 4 5 and 7 The Hagerstown Fair Association will meet next Tuesday to choose dates for its exhibition In 1895 Hagerstown and Frederick associations agreed to host fairs on different October dates with Hagerstown before Frederick alternating each year There is discussion of the Barnatown association acting independently this year.
The Board of County Commissioners met to pay off road supervisors for the New Market district. Yesterday they appointed Liberty District supervisors Charles K. Etzler William H. Baker Joshua V. Albaugh Edward E. Stitely Charles E. Albaugh Wm. Henry Boyer Wr. A. Jones George Be. Nusbaum John A. Biddinger Solomon Tucker Adam T. Etzler George Beatty Willie 2. Witmora. Mt. Pleasant District supervisors Charles P. Kesfauver George W. Gittings George W. Sheetenhelm John David Crum David Cramer Henry Thomas Daniel Byler and Chas. W. Zimmerman.
A barn on Frederick Jones’s Montgomery county farm near Comas burned Tuesday night, destroying grain hay and harness while wagons and horses were saved. A nearby straw stack also burned. Neighbors fought the blaze, causing damage estimated at 1200 dollars with partial insurance. Fire likely started from a dropped match igniting the hay.
Mrs. George Getzbaugh is quite sick at her residence on East Fourth street. Mr. O. A. Watkins with Geo. F. Rodock & Co. is suffering cold. Mr. Howard Nortin is very ill at his parents’ home. Mrs. Harriet Filby of East Church Street is very sick. Dr. Jesse W. Downes of New Market is somewhat worse today.
Six year old daughter of Mr Ambrose who drives a milling wagon for Mr Shriner in Geresville fainted at home this morning. She regained consciousness after restoratives were given. The episode is attributed to heart trouble.
Mrs Charles Tracy was arrested yesterday by Constable Waters on a peace warrant sworn out by Millard Barthlow. She appeared before Justice White and posted bail of 50 dollars to keep the peace and for her appearance at the February term of court.
Mr. Franklin Barrie of Walkersville killed three hogs weighing 537, 439 and 424 pounds, averaging 470 pounds. Mr. David Cramer of Walkersville killed two hogs averaging 3183 pounds.
The Local Mart reports today’s market quota tions. Corn at 1.00 per barrel, shelled corn 2 cents per bushel, wheat 65 cents per bushel. Hay ranges from 10 to 11 dollars per ton.
Representative Pearre recommends Mrs. Effie E. Wachter for the Ellerton postmaster position in thin county. The appointment is to be considered by authorities with the aim of filling the rural post during the current period.
A letter from Mr Willard C Keller argues for a private company to build and operate a city sewerage system. It proposes city cooperation, an enabling act, and a charter grant with rates not exceeding six dollars per dwelling, plus higher charges for larger properties, to ensure collection.
Mrs. Lee Cramer of Walkersville hosted a Friday evening gathering with a large menu including a 33 pound roasted turkey, oysters, ham, chicken salad, biscuits and desserts. Guests included E. D. Shriner, Noah B. Cramer, Ezra J. Cramer, David Cramer, and many Cramer families. After supper, guests played games and mingled in a hospitable setting.
In Maryland the legislature saw Sen Bobback introduce a bill granting school district de jure hearing rights before the Tax Commissioner and County Board, with teacher qualification rules and district control of salaries. Rep Jasugh W Wolfger backs protections for teachers, while Rep William Duncan proposes civil case verdicts by a 75 percent majority.
Aged Libertytown resident Mrs Mary C Gallaher dies at home from la grippe at 90 years. Widow of Richard Gallaher she leaves four children and funeral services were held at the M P church with interment at Fairmor cemetery. Samuel Rice, longtime Lewistown resident, dies at home aged 83. Survived by wife and four children with services at Mt Prospect Cemetery conducted by Rev Orem. Jesse C Haines dies at home aged 75 after general debility. four sons and three daughters survive. services Friday at Mount Olivet. A B Ramsburg of Walkersville dies in Clifton Virginia at 48. leaves wife and five children.
An Iowa town review describes Guy Brothers Minstrels delivering a strong, clean performance with Arthur Guy and Billy Crawford earning blue ribbons. Flood Bros. showcase an acrobatic act while the old minstrel duo George and William Guy close the program. Modern Woodmen notes at Marsh's Restaurant discuss organizing a camp and inviting locals to join. Hoood's Sarsaparilla is advertised as a tonic.
The ad touts a clearance sale with deep discounts on linens, sheets, pillowcases, and men’s clothing. Promises lower prices than elsewhere and urges quick purchases, citing large stock and daily turnover. Includes prices for linen sheets and pillow items, plus prescription services by Clinton E. Main and Linton E. Maley at 6 North Market Street.
A notice invites attendees of a Daughters of the Confederacy meeting on Friday January 19 at 5 p.m. to stay for the Tombois raffis. The event takes place at Erick College and all those having chances are urged to attend. Florida oranges are advertised alongside various local sales. Market Street store ads promote shoe sales and discounted merchandise.
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