Springtime in Frederick Pushes Summer Fashion And Festivals
The column notes a warm May awakening with storms and summer attire replacing winter wear. It previews upcoming events including poles, monuments, colonial tea, the Key Monument, Strawberry festivals, picnics, commencement days, Decoration Day, Whitsuntide, and the Fourth of July. It mentions the Historical Society, Knights Templars, Grand Army, local fairs, seashore trips, and Frederick’s summer resorts as preparations unfold.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Key
Lewis Rice
Phoss Issurea Meake
the Historical Society
Knights Templars
Grand Army
Misfortune for Myersville man cuts finger while cutting straw
Master Martin Wachtel of Myersville mashed the end of the index finger on his right hand while cutting straw. He caught his finger in some cogs, tearing off the first joint.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Martin Wachtel
Myersville
Frederick Broadway House and the Philosopher of Common Sense
A long profile of Charles Broadway House, Frederick native and famed merchant, detailing his early life in Woodboro and Winchester, Civil War service with Jackson's brigade, immense wealth, stern discipline, and moral maxims attributed from Ruphen Allen. The piece cites his stance on independence, his charitable acts during war, and anecdotes of his business practices and personal ethic.
From Poverty to a Broadway Millionaire Rouss Biography
The narrative traces Charles Hoke Baltzell Rouss from Confederate-era debts and penniless hardship to amassing a fortune of over 5 million dollars. It details his rise through cash-only business, a million-dollar Broadway building, vast stock, and a network of philanthropy in Winchester.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Shenandoah Valley
Charles
Baltimore
Philadelphia
Metropolis
Broadway
Rouss
Piscard
Dojar
Wm. L. Wilson
Frederick
Butler
Winchester
Mr. Rouss
Bondaman
Ernatus Wiman
Mt. Hebron Cemetery
Charles Hoke Baltzell Rouss
Winchester Stone
Agricultural Society
Stonewall
The
New York “Recorder
Middletown Literary Society Holds First Annual Meeting
The Middletown Literary Society held its first annual public meeting in the High School Building. The crowd enjoyed music by the Middletown Orchestra. Wm. W. Doub gave the welcome, with recitations by Miss Katie Refauver and Miss Mary Hofmeier. Prof AG Dryden spoke, and Hammond Urner, Esq. of Frederick delivered the oration on literary society benefits. Furthermore an ad for No-To-Bac tobacco cure appeared in the piece.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Middletown Literary Society
Middletown
Wm. W. Doub
Katie Refauver
Mary Hofmeier
Eassy
Foster C. Remsburg
Frederick Fire Alarm Debate Divides City Leaders
Amid a three to none board vote authorizing a city wide fire alarm system, Frederick residents voice mixed views. Supporters say it safeguards life and property. opponents warn of increased debt and taxes. Proponents stress reduced false alarms and enhanced safety. skeptics cite cost and fiscal strain on the community.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Aldermen
Frederick
Toomes H. Haller
H. Halling
Ramsberg
Harry Steiner
Frank Goode
Frederick Wil
Oula
Shepherd
Chas. Tyson
D. J. Michael
Edward Hlowes
Clifford Doll
A. P. Marsh
Col
D.C. Winebrewer
Edward Bowlus
el Frost
J. Edward Rice
A.C. McCardell
Hagerstown
Augustus Ebolo
Willard
Keller
Ula
David H. Best
Dr. Radcliff
Jobn J. Gutshal
W. W. Lasse
Ayalem
Benjamin Rosenour
Sis
W. H.B. Etchisor
Georg A. Schroeder
Dr. J. Wilamgon
Samuel C. Thomas
Luch
Wm. Albsugh
Eure
Frank C. Noreoud
F. W. Staub
Frederick residents split on fire alarm system proposal
The community debates upgrading to a city fire alarm network with supporters urging progress and better safety while opponents worry about costs and threaten to dampen the zeal of the volunteer fire department. Edgar L. Miller and Geo. Kiine back the plan, while Clay Perry doubts Frederick can afford it.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ree City
Edgar L. Miller
Frederick
Geo. Kiine
Clay Perry
Western Maryland College Commencement Class Reunion
A Western Maryland College committee invites alumni from classes 71 through 95 to join the June commencement week events. A Wednesday evening class rally and reunion, alumni meeting and banquet, and other exercises are planned with Westminster hosting housing for guests. Excursion rates on the WMM Railroad are offered via a return postal request.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Western Md. College
Western Maryland College
Westminster
W. MM
Mean Acts At Middletown and White Rock
The Middletown Register reports a resident, Mr J W Suman of Broad Bend, has suffered repeated property damage and harassment as premises were damaged and tires cut. He warns the culprit he will pursue legal action. Also two Frederick youths left a horse hitched at White Rock on Catoclin Mountain, where the harness was cut and the horse released.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Middletown
J. W. Suman
Broad Ren
White Rock
Catoclin Mountain
American Band Reconciled. Members Return Amicably
The Middletown Register notes the American Band of this place has amicably adjusted past issues and welcomed back segregated members, joined by new performers. The article emphasizes the band's longstanding pride and expected continued popularity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Middletowa Register
Middletown
Bitter Stomach Bitters Fight Hidden Health Foes
In a shadowy health notice the text extols Stomach Bitters as a remedy against Brights disease diabetes and inattentive kidneys. It claims the tonic strengthens renal action without excessive stimulants and aids malaria dyspepsia rheumatism debility nervousness sleep and appetite while tackling disease via a decisive start against illness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bright
Napoleon Leads Bold Assault at Lodi Bridge
Stories of heroism recount May 10 1796 as Napoleon led a daring crossing of the Lodi bridge under heavy Austrian bombardment. Grenadiers, cannon fire, and a steady march through 200 yards of danger culminated in a miraculous, rapid crossing while Austrian guns and supports fled, earning the nickname Little Corporal for the bold act. Fire destroys a Brunswick saloon building blamed on careless matches, with two trespassers implicated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lodi
Napoleon
Grorcel L. Kiuwer
Branswick
Brunswick
Wm. Nose
Herald
West End
Brett
Doctor 8 5 Davis Operated On Woman For Breast Cancer
Dr 8 5 Davis of Boonsboro assisted by Dow Niblaer and Lowman of Keedysville operated on Miss Roaan Main near Ellerton for cancer of the breast on Sunday fat and reports she is doing well.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Davis
Boonsboro
Dow Niblaer and Lowman
Keedys‘ville
Ellerton
Saw Accident At American Signal Works
Themb Sawed Or. Mr. Michel O'Toole an employee at American Signal Works, Urmont, allowed a circular saw to strike his thumb on Monday last, severing it. Dr M A Birely replaced the member and Mr O'Toole will not lose it.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Michel O'Toole
Urmont
M. A. Birely
O'Toole
Mystic Cure for Rheumation and Neu vale diseases
A claimed Mystic Cure by J. A. Moon, a Frederick Maryland druggist, promises immediate relief by removing the cause of rheumatism and neuralgia. The advertisement asserts rapid benefits and a remarkable, mysterious system that acts at once.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. A. Moon
Frederick. Md
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Charles Broadway Rouss
Sterling Remedy Oc
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