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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jul 24, 1920
Page
3
A fragmented report covers dugout pitching selections and infield plans for an upcoming game with references to players King Hartrantt and others. The piece shifts to a dramatic discovery in span Cay, describing a hidden grand ducal box with caskets and a disturbing rumor about messages, ending with a prompt to read more in The News.
Blue Ridge League standings with games today including Frederick at Waynesboro and Martinsburg at Hanover. Results show Waynesboro 6 Frederick 4 and Hagerstown 5 Chambersburg 0 while Martinsburg defeats Hanover.
Ray Gardner third sacker for the Hustlers is noted for strong hitting and steady glove work. The Ramseyite youngster, youngest on the team, works overtime with Ox Fibre Brush Works in winter while contributing to a string of recent wins. Gardner patrols the hot corner and remains a key feature of the Hustler Club. Monday Claude Drey.
Investigators say a late night automobile race on the Frederick Pike between Ellcott City and Frederick drew high officials and notable figures. Promoter ten Bletzer won $5,000, AL Matthews lost $5,500, and other associates faced heavy losses and tainted reputations as police and deputies gathered testimonies amid uproar. The race cars were prepped at a Mount Royal garage and one machine was badly damaged in the contest.
Middletown Valley Geanie Jette Grange announces the annual Middletown Valley Farmers Picnic at Zeigler's Grove, two miles southwest of Braddock Melgun. The program includes dairy cattle judging by J A Gamble, University Extension Service. weekend selection by W Rickey. a chicken coop demonstration. band by Middletown Band. a special quartet. and talks by Hon Clarence Ousley and Miss Ola Day. Public attendance invited by local granges and clubs.
Amateur stars and a few professionals joined Frederick's team at Agricultural Park for a benefit game. Yale athlete Harry LeGore starred with strong hitting while Gus Boyne added two chances with a near circuit smash. Final score 9 to 0 in favor of the visitors.
The American Shows, a carnival company, plans a weeklong engagement at Preed's lot with varied textures and acts. Rev J Thomas Withide and brother Charles Withide, long involved in missionary work, expect to sail for Palestine later this week after spending months with relations in Philadelphia and New York.
The text recalls an old pump in Ohio’s Washington and a quarrel over watered stock and inflated prices. A merchant boasts low margins and no added water while promising real bargains, urging customers to compare windows with shoes priced to save.
Fragmentary line reads Frederick urging travel improvements to connect with Washington and Baltimore, describing Frederick as a southern metropolis. Details unclear but emphasizes new state roads and regional accessibility.
Report notes that hearings concern a high speed vehicle incident with owner Matthews and operator Bletzey. Deputies say both likely face revocation actions. penalties may range from 25 to 100 dollars. Affected parties include several women seeking procedural steps as details emerge.
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