July 31 in American history and astronomical notes
The entry recalls Marquis de Lafayette becoming major general in the colonial army, notes deaths of George W. Tomas Phoebe Cary and John G. Carlisle, and mentions astronomical events including evening stars Mercury Jupiter Venus Mars and the Pegasus square visible northeast.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hisory
Marquis de Lafayette
Washington
George W. Tomas
Chickamauga
Vizlnia
San Francisco
Phoebe Cary
John G. Carlisle
Kentucky
the Treasury
Cleveland
Mercury
Jupiter
Sern
Venus
Mars
Pegasus
Alpherat
Fredericktonians Offered Mail-Order News Service
A notice invites Fredericktonians to subscribe to the Frederick News with mail delivery. The service costs 25 cents per month prepaid and can be interrupted for address changes without interruption. Subscribers may order by phone at numbers 171 or 183, providing old and new addresses.
Report Shows Prosperity From Interstate Commerce Commission
An ICC abstract for year ended June 30 1912 details railroads in the United States with gross operating revenues over 100000 a year. It fixes stock outstanding at 19 633 750 302 dollars with funded debt 1 064 190 115 and a dividend paying rate of 7.20 percent. Freight carried reached 1 818 232 193 tons, with freight revenue 1 956 802 927 and passenger revenue 657 422 999, total revenues 2 826 917 967 and expenses 1 958 963 431.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Interstate Commerce Commission
United States
Death of City Resident 88 in East Third Street
James Phillips a brick mason and long time city resident aged 88 years 5 months and 12 days died yesterday at his home 239 East Third Street He left a widow five sons Lewis Frank Charles Jacob and Robert all of the city and three daughters Mrs Georgianna Thompson Mrs Frank Hamilton and Mrs Charles Lambright Interment will be at St Johns Cemetery with services at St Johns Church tomorrow at 9 oclock The funeral was conducted by Thox P Rive
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
FOHX
Join Phillips
East Third Street
Philips
Independent Hose Company
Lewis
Frank
Charles
Jacob
Robert
Georgianna Thompson
Frank Hamilton
Pearl
Charles Lambright
York
St. John's Catholic Church
St John’s Cemetery
Thox P. Rive
Feneral
Freak bolt hits Yellow Springs house during storm
A lightning bolt struck John Rothenhoefer’s house in Yellow Springs causing a six foot hole and fire. Several occupants escaped as Lewis Twenty, seven, was knocked unconscious but survived. Mrs Rothenhoefer burned hair, others shocked but unharmed. House saved by quick aid. cupola at West South street school damaged. Montevue Hospital and nearby stations struck. storms caused scattered damage and a flood warning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Rothenhoefer
Lewis Twenty
George Twenty, Jr
Rothenhoefer
Vrs Rothenhoeter
West South Street
Charles Wilson
Wilson
Montevue Station
George W Hoffmaster
Frank Geisbert
Marshall Grambine
Lote Foss
Washington
Wonievur’ Hospital
Montevue Hospital
Braddock Heights Carnival and Picnic Details
Local mentions describe Braddock Heights Carnival with prizes in gold, a card of thanks for support after a death, a Braddock Heights casino prize note, and a Braddock Picnic at Mercer's Grove with speakers Senator Blair Lee and Congressman Linthicum, plus band music and a church mission festal invitation.
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Braddock Heights
Mask Carnival
Mercer's Grove
Clifton Station
Hagerstown and Frederick
Yellow Springs
Blair Lee
Mont Qemery
JL Charles Linthicum
Baltimore
Chan'shuqua Chautauqua Tickets Urge Final Sale
guarantors push final sale of 700 two dollar season tickets to raise 1400 for the Chan'shuqua opening Monday at 2 30 pm. Frederick support urged as Alpine Yodlers and Florentine Band presentations loom with Milicent Melrose as soloist and a 730 pm guarantors meeting to report.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frederick
Chautauqua
Florentine
Milicent Melrose
Notice to stop street sprinkling and dog control order
All residents must discontinue sprinkling streets and using water for gardens or flowers due to water scarcity. Fountains and pavement washes are banned until further notice with fines or imprisonment for violations. Mayor Lewis H. Fraley announces the measure. A. J. Jenkins offers light hauling and junk removal on short notice. Dogs running untethered will be muzzled and may be killed if not redeemed within 48 hours. license tags available from City Remaster. Opening at The Buffalo on Saturday in August under Milton T. Engle. meals served from a car.
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London
Lewis H. Fraley
Jarze
jCity
Lewis Il
Fraley
Firnt Hild Pacnic at the Grove Near the Church
The Methodset Sandas School of Fint Ponsili holds their annual event in the Grove near the church Saturday August Yard 1412. A band of musical entertainment will be featured and there will be addresses by ram en speakers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Methodset Sandas School of
Fint Ponsili
Bargain Store Ad Teases $300000 Off Prices
An old storefront advertisement lists large discounts and numerous fabric and clothing items with prices and sale dates. The noisy market pitch touts silks, collars, nightgowns, suits, and accessories, urging quick purchase before expiration.
July clearance sale features deep discounts across fabrics and linens
Readable fragments show a July clearance push with parosols, silks, bedspreads, linens, and ladies dresses heavily reduced to low prices. The ad highlights one price on all parasols and silks, plus yardwide markdowns. Also promotes fire insurance and real estate listings for farms across Frederick County and surrounding areas with contact details.
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Urbana
Knoxvile B&o RR
Middletown Valley
Seme
Ghul
Frederick County
Urick
Union Bridge
W. Mrr
Amendi
Mihian Castile Building
Keller & Toms
City Hotel
Thane
Frederick
American Itbonding Company
Baltimore
Albaugh & Arrington
Martinsburg
WWF
Incort
Lauderdale
Flovidaz
Pat
Saan Ok Insurance
Bort
Gomie Sea Us
Kemington, Striche
Prgauler & Monarch
Notice to City Taxpayers Demands Prompt Payment
Notice from MARCAPFREY, Tax Collector, dated June 25 1912, warns city taxpayers and street paying entities to settle taxes or face forced collection as terms have expired and indulgence is impossible. Anticipates collection of all owed amounts to settle accounts. Sunday School Picnic details include Barkharts woods Yellow Springs on Saturday August 2 with local bands and speakers.
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Board of Aldermen
Ciy
Marcapfrey
Brook Hil
Pleasant Mii
Barkharts Woods
Yellow Springs
Gand
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the Daily News
the News
Maryland
United States Weather Bureau
Mwatermelons
NTS Today
B Trall
Laura
Barrick Tabernacle Tent
Braddock Casino
C. BE. Klemna Brown
the Empire
The
Marvel Opera House
Interstate Commission
Freak Bolt
F H. Hedges
H P. Fahrney
George Burck
Ishing Creek
William WY. Brown
Chas. Brown
Charles FE. Klein
Blue Birbon Grocery
Mission Band
Agnes
Lutheran Church
Poagazille
A. J. Jenkins
Fifth St
Buffalo
Ind
Miltton T. Engle
Milton T. Engle
Firnt Hild Pacnic
Citizens’ National Bank
Citizens
National Bank
Frederick, MD
Capital
Rm. D
Bauer Soc
Eid Ithe
WM. C. Baker
John D. Hendrickson
H. D. Baker
WM. G. Zimmerman
Cashier
Han Rae
Pearre’s Pharmacy
Pearre's
J. D. Wendrickson
Neidig & Miller
Neidio & Miller
John N. Brengle
Court ST
Vwouck
Wrest Patrick Street
Uteerty
Joan N. Brengle
Chas
T. K. Young
Mt Carmel
Welceme
Cramer & Stauffer
Cramer & Stauffer Nnval Estate and Loans
Court Street
Tal Well Fecaind
East Second Street
Prederich
Treaertick
Montamnery
Sald Ot Ponds
Funeral Directo
M. L. Etchison
THY Etcliison Furniture
Citzens’ National Bank
Thos. P. Rice
Nortie Market Street
Thomas Price
Real Estate
Harry G Tritapor
Atre
Creager
Taniacs
Aniten
Rgaorlek
Noutheast
Thue
Lewiktown
I mawLe
Braddock Helgbte
Yaa
Grayson Somercere
Rhal
Gale
Bastass
Noth Starket Street
Ieur City
iHilease Farm
druy-Maor
Durin
Ynilus
Wredereck
Aers
Fréderick
WM. H. Smith
RBA Estates
Dar
Gita
Woodshoro
City
Lown
Fredericrick
Brunswick
Thurmont
Iffersom
Walkeraville
New Market
Ute
Fm Railroad
Delog
Grayson H. Staley
S.T. Hickman
Valiade
Hntrman
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