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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1906
Page
3
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The seventh anniversary of the Mite Society of Grace Reformed church will be observed this evening at 7:20. The program opens with a review of the society’s past year followed by a social and a program of music and recitations. All are invited.
G Waring Tyson's market quotations list corn at 2.20 per barrel shelled 44 cents per bushel and wheat No 2 red at 0.793 or 70 cents per bushel for steamer with 60 cents for rejected damaged 55 per bushel. Cattle prices shown as 30 cants per bushel.
Thomas Dawson of the Rockville bar emerges as Montgomery County’s popular Republican candidate in a contest for the Sixth district nomination against Col. Pearce. Dawson seeks the party backing with county support likely to labor for him, while Pearce vows a vigorous county wide challenge.
The Work of Death lists deaths of David P. Reightler aged 73 of Baltimore and Elizabeth Crabbs 69 of Yellow Springs, with funeral details. Also noted are William G. Penn 17, Lucinda Haugh 9, George A. Fraley 33, and Mary C. Hershberger 69, including service locations in Thurmont Walkersville and Jefferson community areas.
The Grand Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star of Maryland adjourned in Baltimore after installing officers led by Worthy Grand Matron Emma C. Hellen and Worthy Grand Patron John Perio. Other officers include Alice Metcalf Walter A. Wilson Robert B. Cosmics Margaret Koontz Mary E. Graham Carrie Andrews and more with trustees Edwin F. White Joseph Helen and Robert M. Combs.
Thomas Brangle was arrested by Officer Brengle for fighting his wife. Justice J. Francis Smith fined him $5, which was paid. July changes note juror replacements: Wm. G. James draws Frederick district for John W. Grove, excused, and Jonn B. Peters replaces Dr. John Gardner in Urbana district.
About 100 alumni attended the Southern Alumni Association gathering at Hotel Baldwins in Hagerstown. Officers were elected with Rev Prof Joseph H Apple of Frederick as president and Rev Dr R Eschbach of Frederick as first vice president. A business meeting followed.
Alice Queen, colored, committed suicide near Annapolis. Daniel W. Dorborrow, a wealthy farmer, died at his Washington county home. Forty ministers seek pastor roles at Fulton Avenue Presbyterian in Baltimore. The Imperial Chinese Commission visiting the Naval Academy. George Wilks killed at White Bear when struck by a Northern Central train. Herman Constantine acquitted of manslaughter in the death of Frank Hanson aboard a dredging boat. Mrs. Mary O Whitehouse found deranged at Easton after fearing her husband’s Alaska accident.
Hoyt's famed comedian James B. Mackie stars as Grimessy Me Boy in Grimes' Celist Door a original trick scenic musical comedy at the City Opera House tonight. The show promises witty lines lively music pretty chorus girls and humorous feats meant to lift spirits and banish care.
The Joshua Simpkins company with a fine brass band will show at City Opera House next Tuesday night. The performance blends melodrama with rural play, featuring clever character sketches, music, singing, and dancing. Lovable country figures and witty sayings promise much amusement, with a notable third act saw mill scene depicting a real circular saw in action.
The board of county commissioners yesterday appointed road supervisors for multiple districts. In Woodsville District the appointees include Philip N. Keefer John W. Saman James A. Dayhon W Albert Hood Christian Baer Joseph H Raunkles Jacob O. Willard William D. Long John J. Molesworth Henry Z. Wheon George W. Runkles and Abiel Garber. Linganore District names Jesse Nicodemus W W. Doddrear A Ellsworth Wilson Vernon Barnes Rufus Fuckinger Ezra M. Nushsam C Edward Carlisle Warren E. Cadarsr Albert L. Haines Clinton Metcalf Levi A. Albaugh John A. Biddinger. The board is settling with the supervisors of Tuscarora district so far.
Captain D John Markey with Sergeants Bantz and Poissy and Corporal Dertzbaugh of Company A go to Hagerstown for an informal Armory inspection of Company B tonight. Election Tonight Independent Hose Company meets at 7 20 for annual officers.
Manager Jacob A. Culler sold a 100 acre hill farm south of Middletown on the Jefferson road to Roy Maught for 6700 dollars, or forty seven dollars per acre.
In the legislature a bill to repeal retired judges pensions advances with expected favorable reporting. Another bill mirrors the 1896 election law with reforms, including annual city registration and county reregistration, plus new ballot counting rules and voter intent provisions.
The famous white oak where Robert Strawbridge preached in early American Methodism has died. The tree on William Englar’s farm near Stone Chapel in Wakefield Valley was massive, with a three foot stump and limbs as large as a trap. A portion of its wood was saved for Baltimore’s Strawbridge Church. The fate of the remaining relic buyer remains undecided as officials consider memorializing the site.
At an adjourned meeting the Mayor and Board of Aldermen approved buying 500 feet of knit jacket fire hose from Boston Woven Hose & Robber Company for United Steam Fire Engine Company. Price 65 cents per foot. Hose rated for 500 pounds and guaranteed for 72 months. Recommendation came from Chief Horton of the Baltimore Fire Department.
The Citizens' National Bank of Frederick in Frederick Maryland is authorized to have succession under its amended articles of association for the period ending January 2, 1926. Certification by Thomas P. Kane Deputy and Acting Comptroller of the Currency notes compliance with national banking extension laws.
A historic ad style notice details a closing out sale with bundles of clothing and fabrics including Madras shirts, muslin gowns, crepe de chine headwear, embroideries, gingham prints, white madras linens, and more. It highlights Lot numbers and reduced prices, claiming best values and big savings for garments and furs with wide fabric selections and dramatic discounts.
Miss Lotta Pyless visits Baltimore friends while Miss Florine Loy travels to Washington DC. Mrs. Rufous Stevens visits her daughter in Laytonsville and Edith Utz is listed as sick. Mira Lyons visits Washington DC and Mrs. William Martin brief ly visits the city. Carrie Roberson visits friends near Dickerson. William Duvall travels to Frederick. Mr. and Mrs. Story Darby wed at the Episcopal church in Poolesville and sail for Panama to join Ancon Hospital. Reverend Smith delivers notable sermon at M E Church South. Stella Snyder returns from time with her parents in Boyd. Mrs. James Eig and family visit Daneadea relatives in Boyd.
County correspondence from Feagaville notes a 10:30 AM Sunday communion at Ss Luke's on January 28 with a 2:00 PM preparatory service Saturday. It lists officers elected for the Ladies Aid Society and Children’s Mission Band. Other items include visits and visits by residents and clergy engagements across nearby towns.
Special Dispatch reports in Victoria B C that after reaching Tarret Island on a raft five Valencia survivors went crazy and drowned themselves. One survivor lost in the woods was rescued by Indians.
A large crowd gathered at the residence of Mr and Mrs Edward Angleberger east of the city for a pound party. The evening featured games music and dancing with refreshments of a high quality provided for attendees.
An assortment of local ads and notices lists cake sales, candles, candy, and home goods at Hershberger, parish events at St. Marys Chapter, and home services from Excelsior Steam Carpet Cleaning Works. Includes cattle, meat preservation tips with Pearlegs paper meat sacks and local merchants offering phonographs and medicines.
Public notices and advertisements advertise local sales and dental services from Frederick Maryland and Baltimore addresses. Mentions include eye ear nose throat practice, dental extractions without pain using Somnoform, sale of real estate near Adams town road, and sale dates in February 1906 with local hotels and officials named.
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