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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1911
Page
4
The Baltimore News reports Joseph D. Baker, a Frederick banker, is not ready to talk or act on a Maryland gubernatorial bid. He leads a quiet life as head of a top bank, grows apples on a farm, and favors direct primaries while distrusting party bickering.
Mr and Mrs Donald McKean announce the marriage of their daughter Emily Nelson Ritchie to Edward Alexander Gill Wilbe on Thursday June 5 at 8 o clock at the Church of the Heavenly Host New York. A reception follows at Sherry s at 9 o clock.
The Toys Temperance Association will hold its regular meeting this evening at 7:30. This will be the last meeting before the summer vacation and all members are requested to be present. The notice emphasizes digestion related health and promotes Chamberlain's tablets as a reliable cure for indigestion.
Frederick fans will see the Eagles of Hagerstown meet the M A C squad tomorrow afternoon at Aten Park. The game starts at one, with players from both sides listed for the match. A supper at the Y.M.C.A. cafe follows the contest as Frederick honors the visiting team.
Brief items note repainting of four dwellings on South Market Street and North Market Street. A rear garage is under construction for Milan Simverinun on East Second Street. A porcine dog was killed by a passing car near Gem Dining Parlors. A train accident in Tickingson, Montgomery County, killed 21 year old Charles Cosgrove, whose mother witnessed the tragedy as he was struck by a train after stepping into the path of a freight engine.
Sickness confines residents of Frederick and nearby areas to their homes. Truman Wetwell of Middle alley was taken to City Hospital for treatment. Mrs William J Shenk of West Patrick Street has recovered enough from surgery at City Hospital to go home.
Special dispatch reports Norwalk faces a fire threat as waiter supply nears exhaustion. Windless conditions are essential to prevent spread and save the business district from disaster.
Rebels attacked Alcazar in Tangier Morocco killing British Consul Carleton and wounding others as security forces battled to repel the assault during a tense frontier incident.
A May Day dispatch from Mexico cites fear that tricksters may exploit delays to gain time in peace talks. The message notes rising suspicion and unease as observers monitor for possible maneuvers undermining progress.
Authorities pursue an all day test for a new six cylinder auto engine rated near 1090 horsepower capable of thirty miles per hour with water spray. The United Fire Company and supporters debate funding of about 2500 dollars, city aid and private donations to secure the motor for the Washington Fine Department.
John J. Redmond of Thurmont and Charlies V. Haines of Wooodsherpe enlisted in the U S service. Redmond joined the 8th Infantry auxiliaries in the Coast Artillery. Both were examined by Captain W S Harrison of Baltimore and sent to Fort Slocum, N Y, via recruiting officer MC Jack yesterday and this morning.
Ul church social room hosted a successful supper with Prof George Eiw Smith singing Annie Laurie to lively applause. Guests enjoyed waffles and noodle soup as part of the event. Tour plans by Mr and Mrs J Roulette of Slaterstown were announced. Memorial Day services are planned at Creagerstown with notable attendees from G A Rand Col and others. Orioles lose as Red Roses edge them in extra feature game with Storm and Sponsetler starring in the Hour Sle display.
The recruiting office announces that the recruiting officer role will become permanent. Jack remains with the unit, and Tre has been assigned to the local station for a year as officer in charge.
Fragmentary old newspaper fragment advertises items for sale at The News Office. Phrases mention contention and redness of eyes and a call to advertise, with unclear dates or precise listings.
Chard W Allnutt of Montgomery county faces trial for the murder of his sister Mrs Valeria A Weirs. The alleged crime occurred March 1 at their mother’s Dawsonville area home during a property dispute. Weirs died that evening, while Jane Rawlings and another relative recovered. Allnutt, a Pawsonville area resident, is unmarried and the son of the late Nathan W Allnutt.
The State Aerie of the Fraternal Order of Eagles finished sessions in Annapolis selecting Frostburg as the next meeting site and electing officers including State Past President M. Whelan and State President M. Walsh. Other posts named span Cumberland Frederick Baltimore and Hagerstown among trustees and guards. Memorial Day plans in Thurmont advance with remarks by Chas. Wagaman and music by local bands. A fire destroyed a frame building near Lake Royer, with losses estimated around $2,800 to $3,100.
The employees of the CG Baking Company will receive an automobile trip tomorrow in Frederick City Garage’s birge touring car. They depart at seven o’clock evening for Gettysburg and return via Hagerstown. The text notes a sworn affidavit by Frank J. Cheesy and references a notary, with garbled names and phrases throughout.
County leaders debate introducing agricultural training at Boys High School as new school building nears completion. G H Hibbard of Maryland Agricultural College notes dairies in need of modern methods and urges science driven farming. A Baltimore County agricultural high school principal offers support and plans for inspection. Local dairymen push educational progress to boost production and accuracy of records.
Fire at Catoctin Furnace Tuesday destroyed the old blacksaitch shop at Carec TRLeG. The rambling stone structure with a frame rear shed burned after a spark from a passing engine on the Frederick Railroad set the roof alight. Several wagons stored in the shed were burned out.
The executive committees for the reunion of the Odd Fellows of Pennsylvania Maryland the Virginias and the District of Columbia met in Waynesboro at Pen Mar and decided to hold the reunion on Thursday August 10.
August Meier of North Market Lancaster is in the city on business. Wmn Sponseller of South Market is out of the city on business. Mrs Charles Ross Jr of West Second is spending days in Baltimore. Sammy Peaster leaves for Asheville to join the town. August T mist has returned. Ruth Pry of Fe edysville returns after visiting Miss Gilbert. Mrs Engelbrecht and daughter of Jefferson visit in the city. Mr and Mrs Edgar Brust of Washington visit his brother at West All Saints. Magdalene Nelson of Baltimore visits Buckey grandparents on West South. William Schnetze of Harpers Ferry attends funeral of Mrs Buch. Harry Buch of Chicago is there for his mother’s death. Collins of Brunswick visits with W T Foster on East Patrick. Allen Trail of St Louis visits en route to Old Point Comfort and Boston. Elizabeth DeGrange of Berkeley Springs returns to West Church. George C Zimmerman of East Patrick leaves for Chattanooga to work as traveling agent for Mountain City Milling Co.
Interest grows for the Friday event as committees unite to present attractions never seen locally. Food will be served on grounds by attractive hosts. Pony contest led by G Garber with entries due by the 25th and prizes of 5 and 2.50. bicycle contest directed by F Lester Smith with several judges. The menagerie will showcase numerous curiosities with caretakers and feedings for children. Parade lineup and route to be published soon.
Edward Grayson, colored, was brought to this city from York yesterday evening by Sheriff Grimes and committed to jail by Justice Eckwein in default of $160 bail for a hearing on May 27. Stop at Williamson's Drug Store for a free sample of ZEMO and ZEMO SOAP.
North and South veterans who fought at Bull Run plan a July 10 jubilee on the Manassas battlefield. The eleven day gathering will feature tents on the historic field and a half century reunion to renew friendships and reconcile old differences. Invitations go to all survivors, led by Lieutenant George C. Round of the U.S. Army.
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