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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jul 26, 1901
Page
3
In a feature filled issue the Saturday News previews illustrated articles on Chinese and Boer subjects, ladies' fashion and farm topics by experts, plus a Sunday School lesson by Rev. Stearns. It notes a church picnic, an election day crowd, and a bank deposits report with local totals. Mrs Cornwall obtains an absolute divorce from Joseph B. Cornwall.
Ten thousand Lutherans from Southern Pennsylvania Maryland’s Western Shore and parts of Virginia attended the sixteenth annual Lutheran reunion at Pen-Mar. A new 2000-seat tabernacle funded by Western Maryland Railroad and local denominations was dedicated amid musical and devotional programs led by Rev. Dr. S. W. Owen and Rev. Dr. W. S. Freas. Attendees traveled from Baltimore Harrisburg Martinsburg Hagerstown Gettysburg and nearby towns. the event featured speeches on Lutheran progress and unity, along with a concert by Zeigler’s Pen-Mar Orchestra and prayers for the church’s future.
Mayor and Aldermen fixed the municipal tax rate at one dollar per hundred of property value for 1901. Estimated expenditures total 55 201, with income mainly from tax levy 36 864.12 and water rents 13 000. Changes include canceling pave washing charges and a plan for street cleaning in lieu of free water. The board discussed alley improvements, dog ordinances, and railroad switch paving requirements on East Patrick Street.
NEWS OF THE STATE describes the Frederick district annual Methodist camp meeting beginning tomorrow at Allegany Grove. It notes police raids in Baltimore’s tenderloin leading to fines and House of Correction terms for over 100 people. A Catholic church cornerstone postponement in La Pista is reported due to Cardinal Martinelli’s absence.
Captain Joseph B Hartsock longtime Frederick County figure died in Washington on Tuesday. A former sheriff son of Lott Hartsock born 1847 near Jonesville served as deputy sheriff in 1877 and sheriff in 1879. Later he ran insurance brokerage, lunchrooms in Washington and Atlantic City with his brother, and served as deputy marshal in DC. He led the Frederick Riflemen as lieutenant and captain before joining the colonel's staff. Survived by two children, Dr. Frederick Hartsock and Gertrude Hart sock.
Baltimore attorney Mr. George Whitelock urges the State Bar Association to seek a resolution asking Court of Appeals judges to wear gowns on the bench. Chief Judge James McSherry is pictured in a gown by the Baltimore News. Judge Bill Suelly reacts, declaring strong opposition to adopting English court attire. He would refuse even if urged by the Bar and required by the Legislature, arguing the legislature has no right to dictate judges’ dress.
A Lewistown farm barn tenanted by Eli Cramer burned from lightning, destroying 600 bushels of wheat, 25 tons of hay, and machinery. a horse and colt died. Loss about 1000 to 1200 dollars, partly insured. Nearby New Windsor barn destroyed, 1200 bushels wheat and hay lost. building insured for 800. Martinsburg home farm barn burned with near 3000 dollars loss. Thomas T. Chapman, 38, killed amid woodwork crowd seeking shelter.
A birthday party was held at Mr. Z. T. Mayn s Highland Farm near Oreagerstown July 24 in honor of his daughters Lillian and Marie Mayn of Washington D C. Guests arrived from 5 pm with refreshments served at 8:30 pm. Attending were Lillian and Marie Mayn Lilah Ruth Mary Hann Bessie Shorb Daisy Angel Mamie Black Mrs W Shorb Bertha Hessong Lula Gilds Mary C Elkins Mable Sallie Geisbert Ella Wachter Eliza Grimes Nona Groshon Nona Graceham Mr and Mrs W Delashmutt Maurice Speak Marion Warner John Haun Charles Shorb Clyde Earl Young Harvey Groshon Harry Groshon Raymond Hamilton Geisbert Leslie Delashmut Bruce Speak. Invitations for the marriages of Prof D O Aldridge and Miss Sadie Duvall will be on July 31 at the Methodist Episcopal church. State Deputy T D Quaintance resigns as Maryland Modern Woodmen leader to serve as district deputy in Minnesota.
Mr. Charles Zeigler visits Baltimore friends while Miss Geneva Aitel also travels from Baltimore to visit Zeigler. Washington visitor Coleman comes to see Mr and Mrs B E DeLashmutt on East Third street. Capt Lamp returns from Harrisburg after stays at Linganore Hills Inn. The Carty family on East Patrick street enjoy a day at Pen Mar. Camden Ramsburg and sister depart for Atlantic City and Niagara Falls. EG Haugh returns from the Pan American Exposition to East Church Street. Mrs. Robert H Campbell of Baltimore visits at Mrs Castle’s on All Saints street. Mrs John B Newton of Richmond had been guest of Mrs J A Williamson on Court Square. Dora Turner and Beasie Mill lex from Berkeley County visit the DeGrange sisters on West Patrick street. Mrs S C Thomas of Backeystown and Miss Kate Bartgin return from Washington Grove where they attended the W O T U camp. William Deater on West Patrick street returns from the Pan American Exposition with Mrs Edward Weikert of Washington. Edward Ford of New York deputy supreme regent of the Royal Arcanum leaves for Hagerstown after a stay in the city. The Fords express pleasure with the city and its surroundings but regret not staying longer.
John Grahe faced a hearing before Justice Eckstein on wife beating charges and was held for grand jury action in 200 dollars bail. John Griffith jailed for 10 days after drunk and disorderly arrest by Officer Jones. Ring around the Rosy plan for electric road expansion via Frederick, Middletown, Boonsboro, Hagerstown, Penmar, Emmitsburg, Fairfield, Gettysburg discussed. George William Smith builds a Braddock Heights cottage. completion aimed next Tuesday. Democratic convention to select delegates set for the State convention in Baltimore. Patersville resident Louisa Davis declared insane. Local livestock and market data from Mr E. W. Hargett.
Mrs Lula Burke wife of William J Burke died yesterday at 1 o clock at her East South street home from kidney trouble aged 35 Funeral held at 10 tomorrow morning service at the house Interment at Mt Olivet cemetery
The notice promotes Arnold's Ink for durable inks and up to date blank books. It highlights affordable new library books, summer reading, and a 25c three month library offer. It advertises bright pattern dinner sets and reliable goods from English and American factories, with a location near City Hall.
The Youngstown based Elder Jones Colvin, age 59 known as the marrying parson, set a record by conducting 17 weddings in 24 hours. Pennsylvania excursion visitors were among the couples wed, as he broke all prior records this week.
At Athletic Park an Frederick Athletic Club exhibition drew a smaller crowd due to weather. Three events were held: a half mile open bicycle race won by Burk, a 100 yard dash won by John Markey, and a half mile relay where Markey Marsh and Little beat Burk and Shepherd in 1:06.2. Afterward dancing continued in the pavilion with plans for next Thursday.
An elegant collection of rose stalks large and healthy available for immediate removal. Also after plants in new varieties, handsome palms and rubber plants. Located with Mrs. Fannie Hewes at 48 East Patrick Street Frederick Md. Also notices of dances at Braddock Heights, Park Hotel dinners, accordion pleating at No 7 West Second Street, dressmaking services, and local bazar festivities with dates and locations.
A child enjoys the pleasant flavor and gentle effect of Syrup of Figs as a laxative. If parents are costive or bilious, the remedy is touted as the best family option. Manufactured by the California Fig Syrup Co.
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