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News

Location

Frederick, Maryland, United States of America

Date

Jun 17, 1916

Page

4

Old Board List Session Tonight in Frederick

The outgoing Frederick city administration reviews three years in office as officials adjourn to conclude business before new leaders take over. Water receipts for the year total 25 727.62, a prominent rise, with a salary increase for the waterworks superintendent and a bond issue planned to repay advances for the pipeline. The May or and aldermen commend staff and reporters, and discuss a parade site for a Red Men carnival and watershed land purchase.

Frederick City John J. Biser Water Department Fraley John W. Neighbors Tuscarora Spout Springs Frederick Culler Abbott Phobus Alderman Grove Shoemaker

Dr H M Shipley Still Hospitalized in Baltimore

Dr Harry M Shipley of Woodstock is confined to Mercy Hospital Baltimore with kidney trouble. An X ray was advised to determine if surgery is needed. Despite some improvement since admission a week ago progress remains slower than hoped. An old advertisement promotes Sean's Liniment for muscle soreness stiffness and aches from travel and injuries.

H. M. Shipley Harry M. Shipley Woodstock Mercy Hospital Baltimore Shipley

Red Men Celebration to Feature Large Carnival In Frederick

A major variety of entertainment is planned for the Red Men celebration week in Frederick in July. Myerhoff attractions will bring one of the largest carnival companies to town, with advance agent Harry Bentum arranging the setup. A Queen will be elected by popular vote and a Boy Scouts troop winning the most guesses toward the auto prize will receive a free camping trip valued at 150 dollars for 35 boys. The guessing contest offers a touring car, a diamond ring, a bracelet, and a lavallier as prizes. Contest entries begin June 26 and run to July 8, with daily standings posted. The crowning occurs July 8 on carnival grounds. The automobile is exhibited at Davis Carriage Factory, the ring at C R Landis jewelers, and the bracelet, watch, and lavallier at C M Malone. Local social notes follow.

Myerhoff Frederick Harry Bentum Mitton T. Engle Fire Companion Charlestown Chambersburg Bentum Buffalo Davis Carriage Factory C. R. Landis Williamson’s Drug Store Buffalo Hotel

Towns News Include Accident Near Motter’s Station

A serious accident occurred Wednesday when Thomas Marshall’s horse bolted over a culvert after balking at a roadside letter box. He was thrown and severely cut. Dr. Stone treated him at once in his automobile. Oil for streets pending arrival. Virginia Eyster visited Taneytown. Miss Harriet Motter hosts Tilnathan Kershrer. Emmitsburg prepares for ML Saint Mary's on the 21st and St Joseph's on the 22nd.

Thomas Marshall Motter Virginia Eyster S.C. Ott Taneytown Clifford Ott Tilnathan Kershrer Belleview Harriet Motter Emmitsburg St. Mary's College St. Joseph's College

Union Bridge Notable Visit Recalls Civil War Memory

John N Hymiller of Westminster visits Union Bridge with William and Joseph Farquhar sharing memories of living with Joel Farquhar during the Civil War era. They recount a fording of the Susquehanna with nearly 100 horses to save them from a Confederate raid, noting they are the sole survivors of that caravan. Ages of the trio are 84, 75, and 74. Other notes mention locals and visitors including Joseph Delphy and wife arriving for a summer outing, and Rev Ibach set to assume duties July 7 among local congregations. A chicken accident left David Utzman bed-bound, and Edward Steele returned from Caxton, Ohio, with brothers. Three Italian musicians serenaded Main Street residents.

John N. Hymiller Westminster William Joseph Farquhar Joel Farquhar Susquehanna Maryland W. W. Farquhar J. N. Hymiller Virginia J. N. Humitler J. W. Farquhar Joseph Delphy Baltimore Earle Biehelberger Albion Mich Albion College Ibach Union Bridge Rocky Hill Krevsville Jasper K. Morningstar Hagerstown Stelter David Utzman Edward Steele Caxton Main Street

Local social notes and upcoming meeting announce changes

Miss Elizabeth Summers visits Washington relatives while Mrs Maude Dittmar guests in Freder ick. Funeral attendance for Ezra Horine includes many locals. Hood College events feature Susie Lakin and Hood College baccalaureate. Regulars visit Frederick and Petersville. several sisters and cousins travel for family and church activities. Union Christian Endeavor to meet at Reformed church. Edna Keller leads on cheerfulness. Grange meeting postponed due to weather. next session in two weeks. Telescoping toasting forks invented for open fires extend to three feet.

Elizabeth Summers Washington, D. C Mia Lewis Summers Maude Dittmar Frederick Annie Horine Norman Pennell Carlton l Morine Evelyn Mara Horine Herbert Ezra Horine Burkittsville Susie Lakin Hood College Gerhard Pennsylvania Lemuel Keller Nelle Keller Mollie Lewis Amelia Lewis Harry Schafer Middletown Ferrell Clayton Dixon James Nferrell Petersville Arnold FE. Heim Lander Union Christian Endeavor The Reformed Church Edna Keller Kefauver Helen Rice Grange Jacob Culler Weaning Rocky Springs Helen Lewis Sterner Braddock Marie Hemp Henry Culler Feagaville Mary K. Etchison Webb. Cline

Brunswick High Alumni Banquet Held At School

The Brunswick High School Alumni Association held its second annual banquet at the high school last night after a business meeting. Lawrence Dobner of Frederick prepared and served the meal. Myer Kaplan presided as toastmaster with several alumni and faculty members delivering toasts and remarks.

Brunswick High School Alumni Association Lawrence Dobner Frederick Myer Kaplan Georgia Hood Mary Reed Anne Weaner Douglas Jones Roger B. Larley 0. M. Fogle

Teachers Examination for Certificates and Scholarships Held

Examination for new and renewing teachers takes place June 20 to 22 at Frederick Girls High School East Church Street. First and second grade certificates, Maryland laws, teaching methods, and state constitutions are tested. Competitive four year Washington College scholarships offered, Towson Normal scholarships granted without exam. notify by June 19. Nominations for colored candidates also occur at the same time and place.

Rederick Girls’ High School East Church Street United States Maryland Public School System of Washington College State Normal School Towson Board of County School Commissioners G. Lloyd Palmer

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