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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jul 01, 1920
Page
7
County officials defend a higher levy to cover 462,950 for a new lateral road fund and 54,000 more for schools, arguing increased roading, bridge repairs, and general price rises necessitate the jump. Voters are urged to accept higher taxes as demands for county services grow and old debt is settled, with a three year plan to clear floating debt.
Dr Crum of Brunswick lauds the chamber of commerce work. The movement is praised for its progressive, cautious approach seeking to unite industrial and commercial interests with community progress while avoiding speculative failures and extreme individualism.
A long questionnaire with Frederick figures Sherman and Philip Bowers discusses life in Frederick, residency, youth sports, current hobbies, career choices, and views on Frederick city needs. The piece touches on civic cooperation, urbanization, agriculture, and the balance between rural and industrial growth.
Commissioners finalize the county budget totaling about 744 431.21 with $267 299.88 allotted to schools and a new tax levy of 1.78 dollars per hundred. They cite legislative cost increases and cash budgeting as factors while the plan moves to the incoming treasurer. Also reported is a bicycle accident on East Third Street leaving Mina Sue Blisor unconscious after a collision with coworker Clyde Wachter.
In a reflective note, R. Crum commends local institutions for supporting farmers and praises the county's agricultural output. He expresses confidence in leadership to balance city and county interests while cherishing the fertile valleys and blessings of their region.
Twenty years ago in Frederick prices rose with eggs at 14 cents a dozen butter at 40 cents a pound spring chicks at 25 cents each. Moler bought the Blumerour bakery on North Market Street. Railroad station at Harmony Grove denied to close by J Calvin Cronise. Ladies Aid Society met in Reformed Church at Church AM. Lutheran Mite Society met at Rocky Ridge. Hay harvest began in Frederick County.
Miss Margaret Poole daughter of Mrs. Mary Waters Poole of Ballman Maryland wed Irving LeRoy Warfield son of Dr. R C Warfield Rockville at the Poole home in Poolesville. Rev John Hay conducted the Methodist Episcopal ceremony with only close family present. The bride wore embroidered georgette and jasmine in the bouquet and was given away by her brother Willgon Clark Poole. 300 guests attended the reception. Afterward the couple left for a Canada trip and will reside on DIM avenue in Frederick Maryland in the groom's recently purchased Dr. J A Long property. Warfield served as a Flying Corps lieutenant during the war.
A wedding solemnized yesterday afternoon at the Evangelical Lutheran church united Al bert Y Hoileau Middletown son of Mr and Mrs William Gi Boileau Middletown and Miss Alice L Eichelberger daughter of Mr and Mrs A J Eichelberger Frederick in a ring ceremony. The bride wore a blue traveling coat suit with hat to match. The groom is employed at the People s Fire Insurance Company office in Frederick. After the ceremony the couple traveled by auto to Baltimore Philadelphia New York and Boston then planned a return voyage by boat from Boston to Baltimore and expect to settle in Middletown upon their return around July 9.
Purely personal items from Annapolis and Frederick list Mrs T O Olsen and family visiting relatives, birth congratulations to Reease Cassard and Antoinette Markell, and a hospital birth in Baltimore. Also a Fremont County club meeting agenda and a local sports update from Hagerstown and Chambersburg with game highlights and pitcher details.
Real estate and insurance agent announces sale of the Edward P. Lescailect farm near Middleburg Carroll County containing 144 acres to Cyrus H. Hoover near Myersville. Hoover to take possession April 1.
Frederick launches a wide awake bid to energize business ties as the Chamber of Commerce plans a bold outreach this week. Local leaders emphasize growth, member engagement, and community partnerships in a campaign to attract investment and visitors to Frederick.
A Maryland delegation row at the Democratic National Convention includes claims of unequal seating for proxies versus elected delegates. William J. Grove of Frederick accuses ushers of sidelining regularly elected Maryland delegates while giving seats to proxies. The report notes backlash, a lengthy personal statement, and demonstrations of loyalty to Governor Cox during the proceedings.
Mrs Crosby and Mrs Morris chat over a quick dessert idea called Puddine a creamy mold made by adding sugar and milk then heating three minutes. The women praise its richness ease of preparation and wholesome nature suitable for children.
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