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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1899
Page
3
The Wherey News announces a twelve page issue coming Thursday with wide circulation in Frederick city and county. Advertisers are invited to submit new ads by 6 p.m. Wednesday and changes by noon Wednesday.
Mr Lucien Webb visits Baltimore for a few days. Miss Margaret Quynn is sick in Washington. Mr and Mrs Thomas Ramsburg travel to New York. Mr Donald McLean of New York has been in the city a few days. Miss Katie Burke of Frederick returns home from visiting her grandfather. Mr J Frank Butts returns to Washington from Middletown. Misses Alice Baker Frances Steckel and May Derr attend the Peace Jubilee in Washington. Mr Charles Rhoderick of the Middletown Valley Register was in Frederick yesterday. Misses Mollie Brashears and Mamie Wirts of this city visit friends in Washington DC. Mass Alta Haller of Rohrersville spends the summer with grandparents E L Miss Shookstown. The Misses Ramsburgh are visiting Dr Jesse Ramsburg in Washington. Mr Charles Flickinsher of Baltimore Oil Company has been in town on business. Miss Cornelia Hilleary of Weverton, pen name Daisy, visits Mr and Mrs Thomas Schley. Mrs George B McGinness and children of Columbia PA attend a family reunion at Mrs Geisinger's home. Mr George McGinniss, formerly of this county, attends a Brotherhood of Trainmen convention in New Orleans and the local reunion.
Remains arrived in Frederick from Baltimore and Poolesville this morning with services at Mt. Olivet and local churches. Pallbearers named for both Duvall and Itzendanner. Carty Funeral Director. John David Cramer funeral set for tomorrow at Walkersville United Brethren Church.
Violent storms forecast for tomorrow. The Maryland Democratic Editors Association meets June 7 in Snow Hill. Independent Hose Company No 1 calls special meeting tonight at 8. Diamond anniversary of the American Sunday School Union to be observed in Philadelphia May 24 and 25. The only reward for good work is another chance to do better tomorrow. Want ads in Tas News: many positions secured. cost is fifteen cents for fifteen words.
Eighty six year old Mr Fox of Walkersville seeks a divorce from Kittie Immerman a twenty one year old bride. The marriage occurred last Monday and was publicized in Tuc News. Fox alleges corespondent Royderson and that he paid 130 to wed. The bride visited her mother in Hagerstown while Fox prepared the divorce filing. Fox claims theft at his farm and discharged a help named Anderson. Attorneys Thaddeus Biser and J R Wood Jr represent Fox.
Ex senator Arthur P. Gorman, staying at the Fifth Avenue Hotel in New York, says he will actively aid Maryland politics this fall if his health improves. He discusses potential rivals, the possibility of a Republican renomination for Lowndes, and notes Frank Brown and Frank Brynn interactions, downplaying free silver leadership talk.
The Wiekontide celebration of All Saints Episcopal Sunday School was held in the church last evening. The chancel was decorated in green and blossoms with a large cross. The program included a processional, floral displays, hymns, and offerings. Rev. Mr. Thomas and Rev. Osborne Ingle spoke as part of the remarks. The annual report noted ten infants baptized and ten scholars and two teachers lost to death. The anniversary marks thirty three years since the present rector began. The school has existed over sixty years.
The wedding of Dancas ter, Pa, to Miss Katherine Myers of Lancaster is planned at the Dake Street Methodist Episcopal Church on Thursday. Rev Vior J. Tungler, recently elected pastor of St John's Reformed Church, Philadelphia, will officiate.
District Attorney Davis said he has not decided whether Armistead Taylor should be tried in Washington or handed to Maryland authorities for the murder of Mrs. Rosenstein of Slidell. He will await official word from Maryland officials within days to determine the proper venue and proceed accordingly. Blood stains were found on clothes examined by District Chemist Hird, including a patched overalled reportedly belonging to Brown, though the source of the blood could not be determined.
A grand fete champetre organized by a committee of young men will be held at the fair grounds to benefit St. John's Circulating Library. Events include a grand horsemen’s tournament with prizes, a trick bicycle performance by Myron Baker, a bicycle polo match, chainless machines, local bicycle races, and dancing by military cadet and other bands. Special railroad rates apply.
The Philomathan Literary Society will hold its regular meeting Thursday night. Programs include reading by H. C. Hull, recitation by Mr. Young, and an essay by Clem son. Debates feature Ritter and Dennis for the affirmative, Bowlus and Urner for the negative on the question that extending Mormonism into Eastern States should be suppressed.
The Fitzhugh Lee Chapter U D C will meet Thursday May 25 at 3 PM at Mrs L M Nixdorf's residence A New members list has been published and are invited to attend The chapter plans to attend the Glen Echo encampment and Decoration Day at Mt Olivet Cemetery on June 1 Also Hessian Fly appears damaging Frederick county wheat A farmer from Woolsboro notes serious wheat losses with a bleak outlook for the coming crop and low prices
The Insurance Department report to Governor Lowndes records 1898 receipts of 181 704 15 with 157 602 58 from taxes and licenses and 21 041 70 from fees. Net surplus over expenditures stood at 169 184 75. It lists 234 total companies across Maryland and other states, highlights a profit in marine insurance, and notes declines in fire and life premiums.
A fragmented column notes admiration for womanhood as a future force, contrasts aristocracy of heart versus wealth, and critiques money worship. It includes a child author Jim Brown's poem about presidential prospects and a nod to social pins and charity watchdogs, ending with Freverica.
President Russell reshuffles leadership after General James C. Clarke resigns. The general office is ended and a new general superintendent post is created, filled by his son Charles Clarke who is praised as a true chip off the old block with inherited common sense and alertness.
A Frederick DAR chapter donated a silver baptismal bowl to All Saints Episcopal Church in memory of late regent Bettie H. M. Ritchie. The bowl bore inscriptions and was used for baptism of Philip Ritchie Winebrenner, son of D. C. Winebrenner Jr. Onlookers included many friends and DAR members during yesterday’s ceremony.
An advertisement notes a fine gas lamp called Economy Gas Lamp, described as a steady incandescent light from Messrs Be sant and Knott East Patrick Street who are Eastern agents. An event at Jefferson Town Hall on Saturday May 27 offers a Mission Band entertainment.
The listing promotes Kireh's Annex opposite B and O department for developing, retouching, and finishing with a large stock of supplies. It notes 73 yanko Spanko photographs available for 15 cents and offers order drop-off at Kreh's Studio in the Castle Building.
John Hendrickson advertises a long established Black Goods department offering Silk Warp, Wool Surnhs, and Veils at low prices. The copy touts reliability and value, noting 20 years of growth, Priestley's goods, and a wide selection including mourning lustrings and buzzer warp veiling with prices from 50 cents to two dollars.
An old promotional item notes cheap publicity through News want ads in Frederick. It claims 15 cents buys exposure to a broad audience, with a sales pitch about public notices and job opportunities, urging readers to use the service.
L E Mullinix W Dow awnings claim a new movable adjustable design for any ordinary window. The product promises the best cheapest awning with simple construction and no noisy iron parts. Made of striped duck, it fastens low for air circulation above and below and can be installed or removed in one minute.
Local classified note advertises The Exclusive Carpet House with a telephone contact and a brief invitation to inquire about offerings. The fragment hints at sales or promotions for flooring and related furnishings.
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