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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1891
Page
4
A Frederick based notice invites merchants and manufacturers to be represented in a forthcoming large circulation trade publication. It urges missed contacts to contact the office, notes the issue will publish Saturday, and stresses rapid response to ensure inclusion in the edition produced by Friday afternoon.
Purely personal items list visits and travels of residents and guests from Washington Maryland Indiana and New York. People include Bir Marcellus Webb C P Smith Mamie Grove Wim Eichelberger Mary Summers Annie Baker Sophie Schley Hugh McAleer Mrs Dr Long Clare Zimmerman J Rosenour Luther Kuhlman Louisa Myers and others with distant trips to Baltimore Gettysburg Indianapolis and Lancaster. A court action against the Supreme Lodge American Protective League was dismissed by Judge Phelps in Baltimore.
Several well known Sthemen report a quantity of rattlesnake suckers seen sliding along the Monoracy banks a few days ago. The sight is unusual and baffles many old fishermen who cannot explain the cause.
County notes from May 11 report residents returning from visits in PhilStein pila Pa and Walkersville, local repairs by ECA shriner battery company, new wagon design, mill operations, and promising fruit crop. Mount Pleasant reports planting, missionary meeting, and notes on health declines of Vernon Wagner while storms and drought influence farming. A copper snake find and church plans are noted, with family visits and a youth’s unexplained trip.
The marriage notices list Lillie Andrewa, daughter of Rev. J A Price, and Oscar T Towner to wed tomorrow at 1am in Ryland WE church Washington DC. Also Fisher and Taylor wed at Glade Reformed parsonage Utica Mills Frederick MD with details of attire and reception. Glaze and Baker wed May 7 at bride’s home Ridgeville with ceremony by Rev W J Floyd and trip to Mt Airy then Baltimore Washington. couple praised by friends.
The Sick ir John J. Mebtling of West South street is on the sick list Miss Helen daughter of Mr and Mrs O P Swith of East Fourth street is on the sick Hs Mire Thomas Sivickier B and O Avenue is suffering with a severe attack of the grip Dr S S Maynard is the attending physician Air Benny Hailer South Market street has the grip.
J B Thomas and Son, real estate agents, have sold house and set No 310 Schleynville to John W Hedges for 600 dollars.
Jacob Basiord granted bail today by Magistrate Eckstein on a Gusterdy charge. The writ was sworn out by Alvie Snares, with a court date set for the next session.
A Newecope observer notes a playful recess at a private New England school where children recreate a mock sermon and respond with a shouted exchange. The scene features tongue in cheek mimicry among students, ending with a lighthearted call and a subdued reaction as the service concludes.
Local items cover the Emmitsburg Lutheran reunion on August 20 at Pen-Mar, odd mishaps including a cow’s fate and a clock topple incident, and a horse and buggy disappearance that ended as a mild scare. Also listed are Vigilant Hose Company officers for the coming year and Memorial Day planning by Arthur Post. The State Teachers Association meets in Ocean City July 7-9 with Prof. Newell slated to deliver an historical sketch.
Pensions have been issued in Maryland with several names appearing in original entries. Recipients include Henry Jacob Fox Geo W Freeburger Wm H Good George A Wiseman Joseph F E Brady Geo P Davis Jacob Todd and others. Additional names George J Benjamin Levi Camp Thomas Gearon John L Morgan John Paljett and more. Franklin Ross Theadene Eckart shown for increase. Reissue Frederick ee.
The Board of Charities and Connected met at the Court House in their monthly session to transact business relating to the jail. They passed accounts inspected the building and approved the Sheriff's report showing 21 state prisoners and 7 in corporations.
Mr Jesse Clagett with States Attorney Joseph D McGuire of Ellicott City fished on the Potomac Saturday between Point of Rocks and Berlin and caught a fine string of bass. McGuire was delighted with the haul and took home a string of 25 large bass.
Edward Dyer killed four copper snakes in Baugher's woods. The reptiles, reported between four and five feet long, prompted a lively encounter as the snakes emerged first and were captured in a dramatic moment.
Rev Osborne Engle, beloved rector of Saints Episcopal Church, nears twenty five years of pastorship. The article recalls his devoted work, family ties, and impact on Frederick community while noting his son James Addi son Engle plans to serve in China with the missionary cause.
Constable Brengle and Sheriff O J Gaver captured Frank Early, alleged gang leader, hiding in his father’s cellar. He was brought to town and committed to jail for a Friday 10 o'clock hearing before Bragistrate Turner.
Advertisers must submit new ad copy by Wednesday 5 p.m to secure ad space in The Weekly News. Change requests for existing ads are due by noon that day. The paper costs $1 per year or 8 cents per issue and promotes public interest with diverse features.
Mrs Samuel T Simmons of Thurston slipped on a corn cob while exiting a corn house and broke one leg while spraining another. Dr Ransom of Hyattstown attends. Friday Miss Bessie Simmons daughter of W H D Simmons slipped on a foot bridge over Bennetts Creek and fell into the creek with minor bruises and slight hurt.
William E. Nusz appeared yesterday on charges of assault and battery on John Nipple and Frances Nipple. He was held to the grand jury with bonds of 100 dollars in each case. John Bobst faced the same magistrate on charges brought by John and Frances Nipple and was held for court with a 100 dollar bond in each case.
Real estate transfers include Frank L. Stoner to James M. Smith for land in Woodsboro district, Jacob S. Gessicks to Samuel Welty for 2 acres, Annie M. Creager to John L Master for 2 roods 7 perches, and Board of County School Commissioner end Charles E. Poole for 12 acres. Marriage licenses Alfred C. Smith and Sophia P. Wolfe. Orphans' Court first and final account of Marr Simpson in the estate of Charles Lie Simpson settled.
A collage of brief Frederick notes covers inspections at a warehouse fronting Patrick Street, shopfront pest control, and a rain refreshed mood. It reports a revenue tax on signage, school closings, bank and factory hours, and upcoming meetings at George Heck’s home, Mount Ohyet Cemetery, and Catholic Benevolent Legion.
Mullinin and Kemp announce the largest invoice of mattings ever received in Frederick and list choice styles including Bangor Opayamas Bingos and Kioto Shintos. They claim to offer four styles and prices unmatched elsewhere with more goods to follow.
Opening of the Brenswick yard proceeds with rough machinery and incomplete work including an unplaced electric light and unsettled coal share. Mention of workers and delays at the Broeswick yard with trains moving and embankment issues. Funeral notice for Jacob D. Unsne r Seek from East Alt Salat street with burial at Mt. Olivet Cemetery and local pallbearers named.
Sir John T Best, a leading local farmer, sent multiple well developed wheat beads from fields south of the city showing extraordinary growth. The specimens indicate his crop will be immense this season and reflect his successful farming operations.
Industry note shows the Cer esvil J Soar store facing a one third sales drop over the two weeks ending in March. Mitay Co announces two advertising campaigns and a local sale to boost turnover. Company executives outline efforts to stabilize revenue and support staff during the downturn.
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