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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Mar 09, 1897
Page
3
The paper promises a handsome twelve page issue ready Thursday with the largest circulation in Frederick City and county. It highlights advertising advantages and special features as a media option. Copy for new ads is due by 5 p.m. Wednesday and changes by 3 p.m. that day.
A collection of short notes notes on local life and events including weather, fashion, politics, and upcoming developments. Mentions: Robins, McHinley, Baltimore flower show cancellation, Montgomery county school board counsel appointments, fashionable dress trends, elevated railcars electricity, and Rockville water works and electric lighting plant construction with a large work force expected soon.
The corpse of William Valentine was found in his Woodsboro home on Saturday morning under unusual circumstances. He had been working on a large farm in Carroll County and had only recently visited Woodsboro. his son W. J. Valentine of Wilkes-Barre, Pa, attended the funeral and grieved deeply. His brothers are described as refined and high standing, and the family stressed that he did not wish to burden anyone.
KEWS OF THE CHURCHES reports a performance by Mrs PF W Stash Miss Amelia Yoat and Prof George Edward Smith during Sunday service at the Evangelical Reformed Church. The Woman's Missionary Society meets in the Sunday School room tonight. A congregational meeting of the Presbyterian Church is set for tomorrow after the prayer meeting to elect a minister, with the prayer meeting at 7 30 p.m.
Fine photo by J F Kieh shows a Freder ick Steam Brick Works image in the window of a store owned by Mr Wm Stanp on North Market Street. The photographer J F Kieh produced the picture in the display.
Harry Pizzeraid shocked Frederick and Baltimore crowds with a display of complete muscular control and dislocation feats. Mayor Yeskle and other officials witnessed a demonstration tracing mind body links, noting his 54 years and Civil War service.
Mrs Christiana Tyler Philpot wife of Captain G Blanchard Philpot died last evening at 7 20 at home on West Church Street aged 56 She was daughter of the late George W West of this County and a member of a Maryland family The cortege will leave at o clock for St Marks Episcopal Church obituary to follow at adjoining graveyard Also noted are infant Carrie Raith and other local deaths including Samuel Baum and Mrs Harwetsiz with funeral details and church services reflected in neighboring communities.
A small party was held Thursday February 25 at the home of Mr and Mrs Joan W Knook with about twenty guests. Card and games were enjoyed and refreshments served at eleven o clock. Mr and Mrs Sacek former Double Pipe Creek residents now starting housekeeping renewed friends wishes for long happiness.
James Doreey, a biologically normal colored boy, fell from a vehicle drawn by a traction engine yesterday afternoon on Benz Street near West Third. The wheel passed over his right leg, causing a painful bruise. Initial fears of a fracture faded upon examination. He was taken to Montvale Hospital for treatment.
Pastor E S Patterson of the Lutheran church in Woodsboro faces a church rift after denouncing members who attended a private dance and threatening to remove their names from church rolls. The incident disrupted a Sunday service arousing member departures and choir tensions, though Patterson remains a noted temperance advocate and energetic minister.
Frederick residents will soon view the Edison Projectoscope, a life into picture machine, with fire exhibits starting March 11. The show features dissolving views by Gus Linnie, Miss Minnie Bell, and a two hour soprano performance, plus trains of light and rescue scenes. Auburn Wagon Works resumes in Berkeley county after a court sale of material to Leroy Myers for 6250 and plant lease for six months.
On Thursday afternoon a shooting match will occur on the Frederick Gan Club grounds. Two teams of three members each will compete Mesars Smith Mantz and Keefer form one team while Phobus Eisenheier and Kennedy make up the other. Both squads comprise fine marksmen and the event draws much interest.
David Liebman, a cigar and tobacco dealer, visited Frederick smokers yesterday and today to showcase 3 Industrie Comercio wrapper cigars. The handout cigars were personally delivered to the backers by Liebman’s representatives, drawing considerable attention to the advertising scheme.
John Brown six months at House of Correction for assault and battery Ernest Key six months for larceny Richard Wiseberry two years at Maryland penitentiary for assault and battery taken down by Warden Benjamin this morning
Assistant Gams Warden George W Mascamore reports from Charleston a signed bill by Governor McCorkle to enforce Potomac River fish protection measures. The governor’s proclamations will take effect after official notification of action.
A fragmented forecast warns that four months after McKinley’s inauguration all shops and stores may close on the Fourth of July. The note cites presidential inaction and public unease about the era ahead.
A fatal runaway accident occurred near Smithsburg yesterday. Jacob Miller was run over by his wagon and died instantly. The deceased was a 62 year old prominent farmer who served in the Union Army. He leaves a widow and child.
Five boys escaped from the House of Correction on Sunday evening and fled toward jail. Four were captured by Officer Moberly and brought before Magistrate Biner, naming Frank fclning Jane Welker Elder Snyder and Walter Smith. Clarence Williams was recaptured this morning and jailed. others were returned to the House of Correction.
Funeral services for Rev Dr James T Ward were conducted at the Methodist Protestant church in Wertminster by Rev Dr Walter B Graham with remarks by Rev Dr Graham and others. Attendees included Rev G Sutherland Rev Dr J J Murray and Senator J W Berlog. two hundred seminary and college students served as guard of honor. burial followed at Westminster Cemetery.
The Ladies Auxiliary held a meeting at the Y M C A and assigned committees for the March 30 City Hall Mid Lent Social. Names cover music, recitation, refreshments, desserts, cocoa, caps and spoons, caramels and cream, and drinks with many members listed. A special meeting was set for Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and notices of interest will appear in The News.
Shepherdstown held a quiet corporation election with 193 votes cast. B F Harrison elected mayor over Robert G Miller. Lickister recorder over Caapitoe. Councilmen chosen: Bodges, Lemon, Keyes, Gookus. Liquor question passed, town went dry by 33, 110 to 77.
News notes from Maryland and surrounding areas recount a series of events yesterday and today. items include religious figures, local accidents, political stances, edicts on road work, school enrollment, and public notices from Baltimore and nearby counties.
Local movers are advised to have their carpets cleaned and laid by the Excelsior Steam Carpet Cleaning Company located at East Fitnbatreet. Chilton & Rhoads Belt Sewing Machines and repair services are also offered for Curritos and Ravans at 7183 N Market Street.
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