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News

Location

Frederick, Maryland, United States of America

Date

Jul 08, 1919

Page

5

Work of Death Toll and Obituaries in Petersville

The notice lists the death of Mrs. Sarah Elizabeth Tritapoe, age 71, with surviving husband and children in Petersville and nearby towns. Funeral set for Thursday at St. Pauls Lutheran, Jefferson, with interment in the adjacent cemetery. M. St. Etchison and Son handling arrangements. Also reports the death of Mrs. Emma Summers, 31, widow of Simon G. Summers, at her daughter’s home in Belaf, following dropsy after two weeks illness. survivors listed. Funeral to be held this morning with burial in Boonsboro cemetery.

Samuel E. Tritapoe Sarah Elizabeth Tritapoe Petersville Edward A. Trita’ Poe Harry G. Trita‘poe Washington Earl E. Trita ‘Poe A. R. Poffinberger Jefferson Ida Lee Tritappe Samuel Compher Burkittsville Curtis Mann Lovett'sville Carrie Vincell St. Paul's Lutheran Church Emma Summers Simon G. Summers Sherman Wolf Béla Summers Lutteran Church Eugene Littlestown Ezra Boonsboro Mary Marr Williamsport Louise Martz Montana John Flock Myersville Benevola

Sickness and injuries noted in local area report

Among the sick Lewis Zimmerman, son of Spencer Zimmerman, who injured his hand while operating a wheat fan at his uncle David L. Hedges home in Walkersville, is improved. Edith Thomas underwent an operation at Frederick City Hospital yesterday and is progressing well. Richard Snook, injured July Fourth on Steiner Ramsburg farm, remains unconscious per Dr Neighbors. Carlton Huffer, injured July 2 from a fall of a wheat load in Middletown Valley, is much better though not fully well per Dr Hauver.

Lewis Zimmerman Spencer Zimmerman David L. Hedges Walkersville Edith Thomas Frederick City Hospital Richard Snook Steiner Ramsburg Neighbors Carlton ‘Huffer Middletown Valley Dr. Hauver Middletown

Express wagon blocks rear license tag. Pittsburgh man fined

A Pittsburgh man, C. W. Eiford, was fined $5 after Deputy Sheriff Henry F. Nusz found a small express wagon tied to the rear of his car obscuring the license. Eiford admitted automotive business with the tag hidden by the wagon and moved the wagon to clear the plate. A passage from an nearby street included heated remarks about the child in the vehicle.

C. W. Eiford Pittsburgh J. Grahame Johnson Henry F. Nusz Beng Kiferd Smoky City Kiford

Summon Witnesses for Hearing Friday in Pittinger Murder Case

Sheriff Kipp plans Friday preliminary hearing for the Pittinger murder case. Officers will summon witnesses and interview locals near the scene while Bertha Pittinger and Arthur Wilson deny involvement and defend their innocence. Clothing found in the barn burned later, investigators note it might have shown a struggle.

Gabmants Sherif Charles Aaron .R. Anderg William” H. Pittinger Bertha Pittinger Arthur Wilson Cofinger Holden S.i Felton D. Pringeton Buckey Dng Soroe Pitlinger Kipp Pilinger Anders Pittinger Wilson Pittlirger Man Land

Unusual Independence Service at First Lutheran Altoona

An unusual July 6 service at First Lutheran Church Altoona Pa commemorated the Declaration of Independence and the peace treaty, with a homecoming for soldiers and sailors. The program featured a Key monument photo and a Star Spangled Banner history talk by Dr Marion Justus Kline and Lt Col Fred J H Bloomhardt.

First Lutheran Church Altoona Marion Justus Kline Kine Frederick Charles T. Kline Francis Scott Key Mt. Olivet Altoona Tribune Key Fred J H. Bloomhardt

Robbery Attempt at Dimond Bowling Alleys

Sunday night a would-be burglar tried to enter the Dimond Bowling Alleys through a back window behind the building. Three heavy iron bars protected the glass. two lower bars were pried loose but the intruder likely fled before continuing the break in.

Dimond

Two Frederick City Hospital Nurses Pass State Exams

Miss Margaret La Rue Clary and Miss Mary Lucretia Lakin from Frederick City Hospital joined 66 other nurses in passing the State Peed examinations. Sixteen hospital training schools were represented among the nurses taking the May exams and are now eligible for State registration.

Frederick City

Summer Complaint Endorsed For Children By Butler Father

Mr W G Campbell of Butler Tennessee reports using Chamberlain's Colic and Diarrhoea Remedy for summer complaint in children. He says the remedy, when given with castor oil as directed and with proper diet, is safe and about ninety nine out of a hundred cases recover, noting the remedy's rise in use since Chamberlain's Colle. and Diarrhoea Remedy became common.

Chamberlain Henry Jowett Clark Milla N.Y W.G. Campbell Butler Tenns Saya Childdren

Vice President slate names listed for election

The fragment lists multiple individuals associated with a vice presidential slate or ballot. Names include John 9. Bernsburg, Daniel Baker, Wt. G. Baker, C. H. Conroy, M. D. C.M. Thomas, P. L. Hargett, D. E. Kefauver, John 8. Newman, J. D. Baker, 3H. Gambrill Jr., Thos, H. H. Haller, H.D. Baker.

John 9. Bernsburg Daniel Baker Wt. G. Baker C. H. Conroy M. D

Methodists to Gather for Seventh Tri Reunion at Braddock Heights

The seventh annual Tri Methodists Reunion of Frederick county will be held at Braddock Heights on Thursday July 31. Denominations represented are the Methodist Episcopal, Methodist Episcopal Church South, and the Methodist Protestant. Speakers include Rev. J H Humphries, Rev Laurens Edwards, and Rev John Paul Tyler, all of Washington. Tyler formerly pastor at Trinity M E South and chaplain of the 325th Infantry, 82nd Division AEF. The reunion is expected to exceed prior years as war-time unity among churches strengthens the gathering.

Frederick County Braddock Heights Episco Pal South J. H’ Humphries Rhode Island Avenue Methodist Laurens Edwards Grace Methodist Episcopal Church John Paul

Dull Day for Cupid as Four Marriage Licenses Issued

Four marriage licenses were issued yesterday with three couples granted to wed. All brides were younger than their grooms. ages ranged from sixteen to twenty-two for brides and twenty-one to twenty-six for grooms. Licenses went to Ralph E Bere and Bertha Minnie of Burketsville. Lloyd Nathaniel Lilly and Elizabeth Laynor of El Ridge. Vernon Edward Mackey and Bealla Mantha Snowden, both colored, of Monrovia. Albert Andrew Leggett and Lilian Louce Atha of Baltimore.

Cupid Ralph E. Bere Bertha’ Minnie Burketsville Lloyd Nathaniel Lilly Elizabeth Laynor el Ridge Vernon Edward Mackey Bealla Mantha Snowden Monrovia Albert Andrew Leggett Lilian ‘Louse Atha Baltmore

Weather Brightens As Cool Spell With 85 Degree High Promises Relief

The forecast calls for fair and moderate temperatures with continued cool weather. A mid 80s high was recorded yesterday while the evening low reached 62 and morning temperatures were in the mid 70s, with a chance of rain and Frederick County expected to see more cool days.

Frederick County

Opposition to Grove Farm Sale Ratification by Rau

Edward H. Rau brother of Dr. R. M. Rau through attorney Frank J. Stoner files petition to block ratification of Grove farm sale to Charles Wertheimer alleging inadequate price and offering $20,000 subject to court terms. Rau paid $2,000 as good faith and promises balance upon ratification. Wertheimer seeks ratification. sale at $18,211.37 total with $700 paid, plans include outbuildings a concrete bridge and new well. Grove heirs represented by H. Kieffer DeLauter United Engine Heron August. Also notes United Steam Fire Engine Co meeting: Ahearn Fox apparatus due mid August.

Edward H. Rau R. M. Rau Frank J. Stoner Grove Farm Charles Wertheimer Wertheimer Charles D. Grove National Lake Charles Gilpin William Mines John L. Dutton Leo Weinberg Grove Heirs H. Kieffer DeLauter New United United Steam” Fire Engine Company Ahearn -Fox

Auto Crash Kills Washington Girl Near Ellicott City

A Baltimore to Washington trip ended tragically when Laura Blanchard of Washington died after a touring car struck a truck backing from the woods near West Friendship. Five others, including William Macklin and Lucile Mertole, were injured. Macklin was arrested on driving license charges as the group traveled back from Washington with Blanchard’s body. The accident occurred on a road about 10 miles west of Ellicott City when the car skidded and hit a tree.

Frederick Mike West Friendship Laura Blanchard Washington, D. Cy Wiliam F. Macklin Washington Lucile Mertole Sixth Street Northwest Helen Nx, Wilson Wilmington Delaware Mayfield Ellicott City Consolidated Gas and Electric Light and Power Company Baltimore Frederick Macklin Austin Baghmeagy Motor, Vehicles of Maryland Braddock Heights Uriver Carle Mackin Lts Mies Blanchard Dr. Hebb Ellcott City Frank 0 Miller France France,was Called By Dr. Hebb

Inquiring Taxpayer Questions County Levy for Expenses

A local taxpayer asks the County Commissioners to disclose whether the current tax rate of 1.26 covers all expenses and certificates issued in the last year. The note seeks a public, transparent accounting for about thirteen thousand taxpayers, and asks for a reply. Also mentions wheat crop insurance ad and a town meeting note with various names and a community school event scheduled July 9, 1919.

In Memoriam and Notices from a Early 1900s Paper

In Memoriam heartfelt remembrance for Adam Luther Nickels who died three years ago on July 7 1916. Also notices seeking to buy good fre nds and mat trosaea names a phone for contact, and doctor notices about Ira J. McCurdy will be out of town until July. Includes musical verses about departed father and family expressions of loss plus wheat insurance ad and a political candidacy card for S B Kling.

Adam Luther Nickels Ira J. McCurdy Rist

Card of Thanks and community notices from July event

We extend our thanks to neighbors and friends who were kind during our mother’s illness and to those who lent cars for her funeral. A Musical League Concert at Seminary Hall on July 15 at 8 15 p.m. Admission 26 cents plus tax. The Grace Reformed Sunday school Junior Department will hold a lawn fete at 413 Market Street on July 10 from 6 to 10 p.m. Homemade cake and candy on sale to benefit the building fund.

Women's Oxfords Eek Lowen Markey’s Fred Far, & Mech Osborne Frank L. Spitzer Senpeeteere Gilmore BR Flautt ‘Boys seveesDoll Bros Matilda D. J. Lee Potts & Griffin John Ulrich H. D. Etchison Naomi Krepps Picnie Evvah Grove Lawn Fete Grace Kid Taylor Matty M'Zuder Musical League Seminary ‘Hall Oor Grace Reformed Sunday School H. Abbott Market Street

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