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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jul 06, 1896
Page
4
A weather bulletin notes cloudy and unsettled conditions with occasional light showers tonight and Tuesday. The Weather Bureau chief signals a late change in pattern while a list of local ads and notices follows, including addresses and sale notices.
Budget of brief notes reports Charles Bond’s appointment as assistant bailiff at Brunswick. Other items note a colored military company organized at Hagerstown with John Simon Brown as captain, dogs killed near Emmitsburg, gun counts on ships, compressed air for Chicago transit, post office receipts in Cumberland and Hagerstown, Mary Marks possibly the oldest resident, a profanity committee to curb swearing, farming prospects, and Frederick Confederate Veterans’ reunion in Richmond.
The Electric Light and Power Company sues the crab authority to restrain tax collection under law in a Saturday court hearing. Judge Stoner and Pampsl argued two hours. a decision is expected today. Also notes fines for Charles Houck for fast driving and dismissals for disorderly conduct. A list of Frederick’s advertised letters remains.
Afferay of Brunswick with Charles Young and John Brislin, residents near Lovellsville Virginia, fought half a mile west of Brunswick near a saloon on Saturday. Brislin was cut badly about the side and stomach and his life was despaired of. Young fled into Virginia after the fight. A warrant has been issued for his arrest.
Prospects rise for a widened road from Shookstown to the Hagerstown pike with Derr Will assigning two work crews after harvest. Baughman promises machinery and teams to assist, while Golks and others back the effort. A Frederick young woman cyclist recently dismounted to lift a heavy toll gate beam when the keeper refused to open it.
The Frederick Business Men's Association will convene this evening at 8 o'clock to conduct business aimed at the future welfare of Frederick. The notice notes Hood’s Sarsaparilla as a blood purifier and nerve tonic.
Large crowds enjoyed a holiday with fireworks and parades across Frederick and Brunswick. Explosions and noise marked the day as merchants closed and baseball games drew attendees. Independence Day events included lawn parties, readings of the Declaration, and a Brunswick parade spotlighting local groups and speakers.
Our Washington Letter from July 4 reports protests over a new order restricting fireworks and street displays in the capital. Officials faced petitions and public pressure while police and fire departments managed permits and safety concerns. The piece notes cadet departures for Richmond, preparations for Christian convention meetings, and widespread decorating plans as thousands of visitors are anticipated.
The pleasant flavor and soothing action of Syrup of Figa are praised as a reliable laxative. The note claims it delivers gratifying results for families, recommending every household keep a bottle for use by parents or children when needed.
Work on the Electric Road resumed after Mayor Yeakie ruled a $5 000 indemnity bond required for street openings. A clash over which railroad benefited delayed progress on East Street to connect Frederick and Middletown lines. General Superintendent in York advised the project serves the Frederick and Middletown Railroad, not the Pennsylvania Railroad. The crew advanced beyond West Patrick Street bend and planned to route through Church Street to ease access.
The Maryland State Teachers association will meet at Deer Park in Garrett County on July 14 15 and 16. The round trip from Baltimore costs 6 50 with ticket orders available from Frederick County. Board at Deer Park Hotel is 2 00 daily for two in one room or 2 50 daily for one in one room. The event offers social contact for teachers across the state and features a prepared program. County papers are asked to help publicize the meeting.
Thomas Edward Burns a fireman on Baltimore and Ohio freight engine 1234 from Baltimore drowned around 10:30 am Sunday while bathing in the Chesapeake and Ohio canal at Brunswick. He with two brothers and a friend swam after the engine stopped. Burns failed to surface after initial dives.
Charles Broadway Ross escorted a party of eleven from New York to Winchester Virginia on a special car. Host T Marion Bantz opened his house for a long reception with hundreds calling to pay respects to Mr. Rouse. Generals Nicholls Zable and Colonel Mcintosh from Meridian Mississippi were among visitors. Ross and Bantz both were born in the same county.
In the Fourth ward both parties strive to elect a new Board member from that precinct. Republicans expect the alderman to align with their faith after a large previous majority. Democrats claim a factions dispute has healed, predicting a Democrat as the new city father. James E. Walker is highly spoken of as a candidate.
The funeral occurred Saturday afternoon at 4 30 from the son’s residence on South Market Street with Rev Cabrras Ingle officiating. Pallbearers included W Tyson J B Zimmeman and others from Purity Lodge G A and Unived Fire Company attended. Cemetery services followed as directed by funeral directors A T 3. An Old English penny dated 1764 was found by Richard Lipps on East Patrick Street.
Citizens questioned the legality of the July 16 alderman election in Frederick to fill the Fourth Ward vacancy after Jobe Riad. Mayor Yoakle and City Attorney Pampeli concluded the law allows an election within sixteen days after death and on a later specified date, making the July 16th vote legal and in keeping with the act.
Freder ick wheelmen who attended the Cambridge meet are back tired dusty and complaining of inadequate accommodations. The scene was set at the Gan bridge area with many riders gathering for DUODAY AB events.
A meeting of the Key Monument Association will be held in the committee room off the MC Actomorrow Tuesday evening at 8 o'clock. All participants in the coming fete are requested to be present.
Local items announce Blumenauer's Vienna Bakery offerings with original Potato Buns and Grandma's Ginger Bread. A Key Monument Association fete at East Patrick Street rink, July 1, features drills, Frederick's Select Orchestra, and teas, with admission 10 tents and 5 cents. attendees urged. Also notes bicycle gear, printing bids, and a photographer's move.
A retail notice invites customers to view an appended list of fabrics and patterns available now. The offer highlights linen, Swiss, organdy, portables, and striped tulles with various textures. Shoppers are urged to come today for current selections and notes that some good patterns may be gone tomorrow.
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