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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jul 31, 1920
Page
6
A 1929 editorial argues that while many merchants offer honest goods, only those who stay alert to market signals and use advertising show exceptional value. Advertising demonstrates enterprise and helps the public identify stores with superior service and initiative, guiding shoppers to the advertised, “wide awake” outlets.
The News received two unsigned communications on the State Automobile Law and free public band concerts. The paper will not publish communications without author knowledge in the office. names may be withheld from columns but must be known by the newsroom.
William J. Grove argues railroads hoard empty coal cars, delaying shipments and raising prices. He cites idle mines, long coal car trains, slow terminal handling, and widespread industry harm, urging faster car movement and accountable distribution.
Frederick residents Grayson Mercer and William Grove respond to a Nova questionnaire. Mercer discusses his nine years in Frederick, hobbies, and desire for modern rental housing. Grove cites industry concerns and calls attention to business, coal, and housing needs in the city.
Summary of the 1898 naval clash between the United States and Spain. Commodore Schley led the American squadron from the Brooklyn with ships Indiana Oregon Texas Brooklyn Gloucester Vixen and others. Admiral Cervera commanded the Spanish squadron attempting escape from Santiago harbor. the battle ended with the destruction of the Spanish ships, captures, and American casualties minimal.
A. D. O Leary marked his 98th birthday as Augustus Albert of the Maryland State Firemen’s Association announced year’s standing committees. Delegates named include Dr. Lloyd T. MacGinn, William M. Crimmins, D. H. Hargett, J. Roger McSherry, John C. Motter, and Glenn H. Worthington, plus Robert S. McKenny and Dr. C. Birtlig. Taneytown and Union Bridge figures listed. City tax rate set at $1 per $100. Twelve masked men robbed the steam touring mill in Nameville.
A garbled town column reflects July heat and breezes as readers bid farewell to July and greet August. It recounts weather, poetry, politics, weddings, and local events like a Library Lawn Fete, real estate notes, and school calendar changes, with reflections on life, economy, and community.
The item covers a Maryland civic quiz on constitutional ratification and early state facts, political figures such as Governor Ritchie, and a Cumberland area accident involving Deputy Charles W Smith. It notes canal questions about the C and O Canal and the Chesapeake and Delaware, plus the archbishop and public school father figures.
A crash at Hallam Pennsylvania crossing Hallam Road involved a private automobile and an eastbound Pennsylvania Railroad engine. Passenger Owen B Owen, twenty one, instant killed. Dr Hy Favner of State College suffered a broken leg and other injuries. The driver was thrown about thirty feet. Dr Favner about fifteen feet. A wrecking firm from New York handled the scene.
Frederick residents feared a water famine as a protracted drought persisted. Frank B. Keefer, water works head, said supplies remain ample with no immediate shortages. Weather observers forecast rain and possible thunderstorms as winds shift southward and temperatures rise from the mid 60s to the low 90s.
Joseph Ay Large, his wife and their eight year old son George completed a roughly 250 mile journey from Wheeling West Virginia to Frederick County by horse and spring wagon. They averaged about 20 miles daily, slept in the wagon or on the ground, and crossed 18 mountains on the old stage route before arriving in Frederick County.
A wire service item reports Oresport officials in Pennsylvania were summoned to a home in Pennsburg. Ambroge C. Fank, deputy sheriff, arrived to assist after learning from a telegram that a Portland sheriff had been shot by a prisoner. Fank planned to stay with his son J B Fank and then proceed to Portland. The piece notes a G A R Encampment event and a local national ad for tobacco products with undefined details.
A social Pound Party was held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J. Harry Stockman near Jefferson on Wednesday evening. Guests enjoyed games, music, and refreshments late into the night, with many names of attendees and hosting families listed in the regional note of the event.
Teresa Corinne Crutchley daughter of Mr and Mrs B A Crutchley married Raymond Wachter in a morning ceremony at St Johns rectory officiated by Rev Fr Kane. Bride wore white French organdie and carried roses. Sister Mary Crutchley attended in sky blue organdie. Alonzo Wachter served as best man. Couple to visit Detroit Philadelphia Atlantic City New York Buffalo Niagara Falls before settling at 917 St Clair Ave Detroit after August 10.
Reported in Colestown New Jersey a tramp is alleged to have started a fire that killed James Taylor. Witnesses describe Taylor dying at Moorestown New Jersey hospital after a kitchen door encounter with a tramp seeking food. The coroner and local authorities investigate the deadly incident and motive.
An advertisement extols Lydia Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound as a remedy for women’s health issues. It links facial brightness and vitality to the product while warning of fatigue headaches and mood changes as signs of common female ailments. The pitch appeals to female readers to restore normal condition.
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