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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1922
Page
4
The piece argues that public mood drives commerce and that fluctuations arise from cautious buying and rising stock levels. It suggests a steady advertising campaign by merchants to maintain confidence and keep trade flowing despite cycles. It cites a Gardener's remark about keeping pigs as an example of mood-driven spending.
Frederick Council No 118 Jr M U A held an enthusiastic Thursday meeting with J Roy Burke presiding. Deputy State Councilor Robert Bennett urged increased attendance to form a degree team and planned to attend the April State Council meeting. Remarks by Barer Bennett Smith Simpson Burger energized members. refreshments followed.
Announcements report the June 26 marriage of Miss Mary Helen Miller of Leltersburg to Edward Patrick of Baltimore at the Lutheran parsonage Leitersburg. Bride’s attendant was Mrs. Leonard Wachter. couple to reside with the bride’s parents near Leitersburg. Also notices the Cleveland marriage of Miss Gladys Witon to George Hubert Harp and notes 36 percent of American homes are electrically wired.
A devotional line quotes Psalm 34 4 6 praising that the Lord hears the poor and delivers from fears and troubles. The text emphasizes divine aid and comfort to those who call on God in distress.
The Inquiring Reporter canvassed Frederick residents on whether the mayor should earn more than $600 annually. Answers from Walters Kidd Grove Miles Rhoads cited that the salary is too low and does not compensate for time, effort, and public criticism, with several urging a higher amount.
A massive boulder estimated at 500 tons was loosened with about 1000 pounds of dynamite at the M. J. Grove Company's lime plant quarry. Detaching from the main vein, the rock rolled to the bottom of the quarry and rests there, drawing many onlookers as perhaps the largest mass ever loosened in the county.
Mrs. Josiah Flohr of Thurmont shows improvement after a paralysis stroke. Mrs. M. M. Crouse and Mrs. Cornelia Shriner also suffer illness, with the latter to stay about two weeks in Frederick City Hospital. Pearl Flohr, age nine, is recovering at home after appendicitis surgery. Three Sandy Hook girls strike recovery at the hospital, and Franken Sartwell improves after pelvic fracture. Hood College vice president Dr. Charles E. Wechter returns from Boston where he attended Harvard study and NEA delegate duties. Vernon M. Brown remains seriously ill at Frederick City Hospital amid broader 1921 crime conviction statistics in New York.
Twenty years ago in Frederick the Davis Coach Factory on South Market Street completed a blue phaeton with rubber tires for Rev. Dr. E F Todd. A Reading Club met at William F. Maushey’s home with Miss May Dich directing and Miss Helen Shipley and Miss Helen Stauffer performing music. Frederick Starch and Manufacturing Company prepares to begin starch salt and paint production after leasing the old Page Foundry. A trolley ride to Myersville Middletown and Braddock with Brenner's Superb Band is planned for local youth tonight and Grace Reformed Sunday School Class 24 will join a trolley party to Myersville on Thursday.
A lively old-time column parodies summer pests and social quirks with humorous vignettes about chiggers at weddings, censored beachwear ethics, and weather as General Humidity. It riffs on silk stockings, vinaigrettes, and the era’s slang while pairing light satire with playful notes on daily life and safety.
In a camping tale Herb and his friend Jim devise a silent owl call to locate a lost companion. When Herb strays at dusk, the pair treks the woods by sound, finally discovering him by a glimmering light and using the owls signal to guide everyone back to camp.
Article outlines various ornamental swimming feats such as porpoise dives somersaults spinning top spiral revolving statue and bicycle motions. It describes body positions and steps for each trick and warns about safety and supervision when attempting complex moves especially with ties or dives feet foremost.
A reflective, lightly humorous piece on fishing as summer escape and fellowship. It contrasts tranquil pondside leisure with laughter and camaraderie, noting simple joys and the relief from daily troubles as anglers bait hooks and dream. It references poets and a WWI era-type quote about the typewriter and war, plus a note on a long bridge project at Oregon City.
A compact recap of historical events tied to July 15 across centuries. Settlers in Massachusetts made peace with the Narragansett on July 15, 1675 while Savannah was abandoned to capture on July 16, 1742. The Massachusetts General Court refused for British soldiers prompting a prorogation on July 15, 1769. Wayne’s raid at Stony Point occurred July 15, 1779. The 1863 New York Draft Riots spread to Brooklyn Jersey City and Staten Island.
Mise Pearl Mootz visited to estimate bridge work but postponed the bid until after her upcoming marriage. The note reflects a local job inquiry left waiting for a wedding in the near future.
A two mile stretch beyond Urbana and a two mile section from Frederick Junction to Hope Hill were finished, forming a concrete link that shortens the trip to Washington by about 14 miles versus the Baltimore State road route. Built by Mt Grove Company under Charles C. Brosins Sr with W J Grove present, the project began April 30 and includes over relocated sections of the old Georgetown Pike. FE O Wayett inspected, about 45 miles from the city to the capital via this route.
In the Eighth Judicial circuit all courts are styled as the Supreme Court of Baltimore City the Superior Court of Baltimore City the Court of Common Pleas the Baltimore City Court the Circuit Court of Baltimore City and the Criminal Court of Baltimore per Section 27 of Maryland's Constitution.
General Manager Brosius directs about 60 workers to complete a 400 foot stretch. By 5 PM the two links were joined, one hour before quitting time. The crew received an ice cream treat from Mr. Grove. The new link will be covered for hardening today or Monday and open to traffic in about 21 days.
A description notes Blunders Knickers as a comfortable outdoor garment, highlighting their use in sport. It discusses pairing knickers with high heeled pumps and silk stockings as an attempt to mix two distinct costumes, a combination deemed impractical.
The piece extols saving money to form prudent financial habits. It notes a savings account makes regular deposits easier, adds interest regularly, and aids in developing sound business methods. It encourages depositing as much as possible consistently.
Trustees announce a public sale of Helen Stull McLane heirs property in Frederick City Maryland for July 29 1922 at 11 am. Parcels include West Patrick street lots 1 and 2 and a DeGrange street lot with improvements. sale subject to dower rights of Georgianna Stull McLane. Terms: half cash at sale or ratification, rest in six months with notes and interest. deeds and plats available at trustees’ offices.
Readable text advertises spring and summer millinery collections plus sport ready-to-wear and dress accessories. Mentions decorative hats, scarves, and outerwear in a period style, with emphasis on fashionable ladies’ attire and accompanying accessories. Further details are obscured by OCR errors.
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