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Newspaper

News

Location

Frederick, Maryland, United States of America

Date

May 12, 1911

Page

2

Change to bureaus debated at Board of Trade meeting

At tonight’s Board of Trade session in the M C A building the proposed switch from committees to bureaus was to be voted on. Strong favorable sentiment cited success in other cities and echoes from the recent boosters banquet led by James H Bell of Harrisburg Board of Trade. Officials also planned the State Association convention program and discussed next year’s Firemen’s convention in Frederick.

Board of Trade M.C.A Tke Cas Jast Banyanet James H. Bell Harrisburg Board of Trade Npon Toot Board State Association of the Boards At Trade West

St Charles College to Move to Near Washington Area

The college, alumni including Revs Fra Kane and Conlon, will not rebuild at the oil site near Elcott City. It will relocate to a location near Washington, keeping Maryland as its charter, with students and supplies shifting toward Washington. The move increases distance from Baltimore.

St. Charles’ College Fra, Kane and Conlon Elcott City Washington Maryland Baltimore

Derr Reappointed As First Assistant Superintendent

At the annal meeting of the House of Corneilian board in Dallimore yesterday, Luther C. Derr of Toledo was reappointed first assistant superintendent. The Ohio notice includes a sworn oath by Frank Cheney of J. Cheney & Co offering one hundred dollars for each catarrh case not cured by Hall Catarrh Cure, with endorsements from notary W. Gleason. the ad promotes Hall’s Family Pills as a remedy.

House of Corne Ilian Dallimore Laether C. Derr State of Ohio Toledo Lucas County Cheney Ninr FL J. Cheney & Co Ciy Tre‘aid Frank Chaney iSeal W. Gleason Haifa F. J. Cheney , CO Hal

Carnival Plans Expanded by Y M C A Committee

The physical department of the Y M C A enlarged its carnival committee to 20 and the radio group also grew. Plans include a ponies contest with a $5 prize, a bicycle contest with a $25 prize, and a parade starting at 10 o clock. Lunch will be served and judging occurs at Athletic Park. The Sharks Swimming Club will send four boys to the May 15 meet hosted by Nautilus Y M C A in Washington.

Str. Clark Fies Oat Tee Hs Custeey Sharks Swimming Club Nautilus Swimming Club Washington Yo Nautilus Baltimore Y. M. C. A Washington Association

Will Spray Trees in Public Demonstrations Planned

State Horticultural Department officers and local authorities will hold spraying demonstrations across the state. A department representative will explain preparation and application of remedies to control codling moth, plum curculio, and other diseases. Some trees will be unsprayed to compare results this fall. A session is set at J Lemuel Doubs orchard near Myersville on Wednesday May 24 at 1 o clock. Public invited.

State Horticultural Department J. Lemuel Doub Myersville

Daughters of Liberty Meet in Elkton Sixteenth Session

The sixteenth annual session of the Maryland Daughters of Liberty State Council convened in Elkton with about 150 delegates. National Councillor Matthew Kenney of Philadelphia opened the meeting. former Elkton Mayor George A. Rake gave the welfare address. Cora A. Farlow of Salisbury presided with officers Laura Kennell Woodbine Laura V. Jones Fisning Creek Baltimors and H. B. Meade of Baltifarce listed among the officials. The convention will adjourn today.

Daughters of Liberty Elkton Council Maryland Matthew Kenney Philadelphia George A. Rake Cora A. Farlow Salisbury Laura Kennell Woodbine Laura V. Jones Fisning

Stone strikes child during tree uprooting incident

A stone hurled from a tree removal scene struck a little girl of Mr. John Ambrose of Fhurmont, leaving a deep facial cut. The incident occurred as John J. Prudhomme bought Joseph Martin’s property and Roger Lidie planned to remove the tree. Children were warned before the blast.

John Ambrose Fhurmont John J. Prudhomme Joseph Martin Roger Lidie Hero Ey

Garrett Excels in Berwick Berwick Pa Baseball Contest

Frederick native Garrett playing with Berwick Pa baseball team put in a strong game against Harrisburg. He scored two runs made five outs and added three assists. Trott of Frederick caught well contributing a hard working effort.

Garrett Frederick Bey Berwick Harrisburg Enterprise Trott Frederick

Four-legged freak chick hatches near New Market

A chick hatched several days ago near New Market belongs to Mr J M Burrall and has four legs. The first two legs developed normally, while the other two extend from the same body, creating an unusual poultry anomaly observed by locals.

J. M. Burrall Near New Market

Texas camp trip sparks talk on army concentration

Returns from Texas relay Captain Markey of Company A recounting his visit to a border camp near San Antonio. He praises typhoid inoculations and the value of concentrated forces, but labels the camp a mere maneuver with limited field instruction. He notes harsh Mexican street scenes and deep anti American sentiment observed during trips into Mexico.

Frederick Bob Markey Company Mongl Paltasent Ativedt Texas San Antonio Conception Rumup National Guard Bioutemiant Allen C. McBride Mr. Kefauver J. Collin Kefauver Middletown Markey Parley Barnesville Frederick County Captain Markey Mexico PF. M. Hhirrows Fort Worth Nuevo Laredo Major Jarrows Uniion Ateticans Ale U. S Ile Company A Bern United States Matkey

Advertising Pulls and the Wanamaker Quote Credited

A vintage ad copy cites John Wanamaker on advertising, saying a quiller should leave it alone as it pulls slowly then grows stronger over time. It extols relief from rheumatism claimed by Viglent exercise of Chamberlains Linkment and touts availability at all druggists.

John Wanamaker

Charles C. Bartgis Dead in Westminster Funeral Plans

Charles C. Bartgis, also known as Garigis, aged about 60, died after a brief illness in Baltimore. A veteran printer and later paving contractor, he led Water and Loader Street firm before retirement. Survived by brothers George and Vertis, sisters Mrs Garnes, Mrs McGlane, and Mrs L A Flatter. Funeral from his home tomorrow with service at Westminster Cemetery.

Charles C. Garigis Veliimere Balligiwre Lees Muther Brightside Branddech Frederick Baltimere Barlgis Busness Westport Pivins J Reich Company Dnut Wigkwer Baetges Garnes Floreyce McGlane

Obituaries from Hartonsville and Weverton Areas

Phoebe Ann Waters wife of John Waters dies at Hartonsville aged years. Funeral held at St James Church with pallbearers from local societies and burial in Bartonsville Cemetery. Sarah Turner of Weverton dies at 50 years 10 months 21 days, survived by three sons and eight grandchildren. Rebee Wakenight found dead in bed near Clarke County Ohio. George Judy dies in Greenville Ohio aged 85. Hanshew infant dies at 1 month 7 days. multiple funeral directors noted.

Ses Hoeen Watt Phoebe Ann Waters John Waters Hartonssite Good Sfape and Tubleans Fisherman Societies Jemimah Coats Hannah Wrisby Staltmore St. Canies Church Rev Q. Phimmer Bartonsville Cemetery Thomas P. Rice Mies Sarah Turner Weverton Washington County Burkittsville Hooa Wake Sight Rebee Wakenight This George Udy Myersville Sarah Leas Greenville Ohio Yarke County Oho Hanshew John L. Hanshew West Patrick Street Douglass Hooft Mt. Olivet

Aust ine Lerch Collins wed in Gaithersburg home

Alfred A. Austin of Gaithersburg and Collins Lerch of Knoxville were married Wednesday by Rev. Alvin Conner at the bride’s aunt Barbara Lerch’s home 2007 Ramsay street Baltimore. Lerch is not Georgia Lerch’s daughter and is granddaughter of Laura J. Cook. They will reside in Gaithersburg.

Alfred A. Austin Gaithersburg Cqllins

Law's Grip Lit Gas to Ad Bam Lee Charged

In a colorfully garbled report, Bam Lee faced larceny charges for taking a grant and a badge pin belonging to Win. Higes. The court compelled a default action of $30, with Kuward and Eicheberger appearing for the defense and accuser respectively.

Bam Lee Uelore

Social world dance at Liberton town shock

Social world dance at Libertytown hall drew a large crowd under Rev Samed Kavananeh. The Frederi ck Select orchestra provided music while Mice Robinson colored, was sent to the House of Correction for six months by Deputy Sheriff Hauver.

Libertytown Rev “R. Samed Kavananeh Frederick Mice Robinson House of Correction Hauver

Frederick Railroad seeks permission to raise funds for improvements

The Frederick Railroad Company asks the Public Service Commission for authority to issue 250 first mortgage bonds of 1000 each, totaling over 140000, to cover track laying, street works in Frederick, and new equipment. This is its third bond request, with 541,184.47 earmarked to settle a prior shortfall caused by higher labor and material costs.

Public Service Commission Frederick Railroad Company Permisan Ferry Frederick Grederick Railroad Co Railrom Mene

Personal Notices From Citizens on Business Travel and Visits

Purposely personal notes list residents and visitors in Baltimore Washington and nearby towns. Names include John Martz Mrs Lina Killean Rev Simon S Miller Glenn O Garber Stephen H Bearnett Charles Huntsberry William Muller Lillian Anderson Lena Gilbert Margaret McPherson Joseph Haller and Mrs George Tileston. Mentions of trips to Washington Philadelphia New York and Greensburg reflect routine social movement.

Mystic Circle to Meet Here for Cleaner Hagerstown

Frederick was chosen as the next meeting place of the Grand Lodge of Jurisdiction No. 10 Fraternal Mystic Circle covering Marsland Delaware and the District of Columbia. The biennial session in Hagerstown opened with a large initiation and banquet. Officers elected include Grand Ruler Walter McCune and Grand Recorder George W Fridinger all from Hagerstown. The jurisdiction’s death benefits paid total near $100,900 over the last two years and membership stands at 726. City officials plan a Civic League clean-up with street can collection tests and an ordinance authorizing cans, with Mayor Scott supporting the measure.

Stile Piremen James H. Gambrill Frederick Grand Lodge of Jurisdiction No Mystic Circle Marsland Delaware District of Columbia Hagerstown McVune A. J. Swarts A. N. Hage Reporter Botk Philadelphia Walter McCune Stuler J.T. Mc Civic League Hirst Scott

Fire alarm system for Frederic urged by tax payer

In a letter to The News a reader urges city officials to adopt a live fire alarm system to prevent misdirected responses. The writer notes past confusion where fire companies were sent to Fourth street and South street, stressing the need for prompt, accurate location information to reduce harmful delays. Tax-Payer signs the request.

Spend Honeymoon Here Mrs Heiser wed Miss Anna Miller

Mrs and Mrs George Heiser of Waynesboro visited the bride's sister after their wedding on Wednesday at the Methodist Episcopal parsonage in Hagerstown. The groom Charles Miller daughter details and future plans to begin housekeeping in Waynesboro.

George Heiser Waynesboro Chorge Heiser Anna Miller Methodist Episcopal Parsonage Hagerstown Charles Miller Park Street Helser Abram Helser Hagerstown Road Frick Co

Ward Liner Sunk Near Cape Charles

Special Dispatch reports the Ward liner sank off Cape Charles and was rescued by United Fruit Company's steamship Admiral Farragut, which brought survivors to Norfolk.

Norfolk Ward Finer Cape Charles United Fruit Company Admiral Farragut

Lady Decies Undergoes Appendicitis Operation

Special Dispatch reports Lady Decies formerly Vivian Gould underwent an appendicitis operation in London on May 12 at 2.80 P. M. The operation was successful with a favorable outcome for the patient.

the News London Lady Decies Vivian Gould

Among the Sick From Frederick Area Confined at Home

Frederick area residents report illnesses and recoveries. Henry A. Hahn on Mast Matrick Street remains indisposed. John Phillips of West Sorth Street shows improvement after illness. Mrs. Clarence Albaugh of Lewistown is hospitalized for appendicitis. Mrs. William S. Shenk recovers well after surgery at City Hospital. Elmer Warner slips and injures his lip in Creagerstown. An advertisement claims Vine Morrhoh is a tonic and tissue builder.

Frederick Henry A. Hahn John Phillips West Sorth Clarence Albaugh Lewistown City Hospital Willian S. Shenk Creagerstown Elmer Warner

Found Dead in Well in Westwood May 22

Robert Lecouver president of First National Bank was found dead in a well in Westwood on May 22. Officials indicate the death likely resulted from self-inflicted action.

Westwood Robert Lecouver First National Bank

May Attack Fears Rise in Mexico City as Rebels Advance

May 12 Mexico City 2:30 PM Americans flee anticipating rebel attack. Diaz offered bribes to insurgent general. he refused to resign but may do so at any moment.

Mexico City Diaz

Typhus Plague Suppresses Juarez Hospitals

Typhus plague is reported in Juarez hospitals on May 12 with the city facing mounting illness. Public health officials warn to seek care for fever and rash as medical facilities strain under the outbreak.

Juarez

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Board ‘of Trade Bell Firemen Wiliam Frantz Highfield Pen-Mar Arizona New Mexico Mr. Frantz South Dakota Luther C. Derr Ne Aye Elle Wayers D. John Markey Army Maneuver Camp Charles C. Bartgis Geath Mus Svbail 'Perstr Goku Lady Austen ET Cue Frederick Raiload Co John 11 Martz East South Street Charles J. K. Young Court Street Isl Simon S. Miller Third Street Greensburg Lina Killean Eugene Sponselier Sauk Market Street Life Court Harry W. Bowers Fins C. Ansherman Glenn O. Garber Firm Garber & Green, Liveryman Margaret BE. H. Wiles Eighth Street Stephen H. Bearnett The Frederick Railroad Co Charles TE. Huntsberry Postal Telegraph Co Willian S. Muller Westpatrick Fleet Lillian Anderson Lena Gilbert Charles Town W. Va Joseph Haller George ‘Tileston Mount Rainer S.L. Lilly East Second Thurmont Chas. A. Dainuth Grand Lodge Thee Fourth Street South Street ADY Decies Chasee. Gill United States College OF Vietiverinary Surgeons Dull & Livery W. J. Brown McIllip Veterinary College Ciliicago, Ill Rh. V. Smith Eward Kepner North Market Street Aprodiy Clinton McEherry Second Street E. Peterman West Traneklin Street Board of Aldermen J. E. Schell A. A. McCapriby City Register RK Rush Lewis KR. V. Sint Rush Lewis V. Smith GEO Pag Heinlein Ha Rush Lewis West Sour Street Ap- Weman Braddock Keights Mayltdott Maglodé Franklin Institute East Church West Seermmi St East Street Church Patrick West Second Street Mayskadt Newspaper CHIVE
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