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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1900
Page
4
Special dispatch reports a mob lynching Calvin Kimberlin, a Black man accused of murder, in a Pueblo street. About five thousand people witnessed the event, including women and children.
Special Dispatch to Tax News reports in Rasien North Carolina on May 23 that twenty two miners were killed today by an explosion at Cammock Coal Mines.
Purely personal items list locals visiting or staying in Washington and Baltimore and others hosting or returning home. Names include C. E. Ssyler J. F. Abler Hagerstown W B Ontssil Woodaboro H. T. Kline Daniel Crimmins Frank Goode Frank VY Stanb Calvin R. Nett Charles W. Miller Orlegns McCarty Lynn Ritchie Osa Vickery E A Gittinger attending Red Men convention in Berlin.
An official trial run on the Baltimore & Ohio between Baltimore and Washington showed speed success. The cigar shaped train with one baggage car and five coaches covered 40 miles in 40 minutes 15 seconds, while a prior run with three regular cars achieved 40 miles in 53 minutes. The engineer believes a future trial could shave about ten minutes. Mr Adams, inventor of Air Splitter, aims for 100 miles per hour.
Brief items from Harvey BR and Local Mart note an auctioneer at the rink selling household and kitchen furniture with prices realized. Market quotas for J. B. W. Hargett list corn at $2.15 per barrel, shelled corn 33 cents per bushel, wheat at 8.0? per bushel, and hay at 12 to 14 dollars per ton.
A pension of eight dollars monthly was granted to Mrs Mary Pools of this city. The notice mentions maintaining health of blood, stomach and digestive care.
The Board of County Commissioners awarded a $2,400 contract to Harry W. Bowers to erect a new Female High School building on East Church Street after bids were trimmed. Deliberations cut costs by removing terra cotta and iron trim and switching to radiator heat. Students move to South Street facility. demolition of the old building soon starts. A $10,000 bond is required. completion target is eight months with daily penalties and a 5 percent retention for two years. A separate contract of $150 was given for a wooden bridge across Oabbage Run in Woodaboro district to O. T. Dougherty.
Funeral services were held in Middletown at 2 PM for Bessie Gertrude Cook born June 17 1884 died May 20 18. Rev J W Pontius led the service with Rev M L Beard also assisting. The text from Matthew 9 24 was used the attendance was large and schoolmates attended in a body. Flowers included pansies and carnations her favorites. Interment followed in the Reformed cemetery with many friends sending wreaths and flowers.
The Frederick Baseball Club schedules an AL exhibition against Maryland School at Athletic Park Friday May 25 at 4 20 PM. The school battery will be Benson and Creager while Frederick’s lineup features Straveberger Sailor Riddle Moser and Ramsburg. Frederick opens regular season on Whit Monday June 4, and plans a June 18 game at Union Park Baltimore against the Fifth Regiment of Baltimore during the Firemen’s Convention. Also M A C and Mt St Mary’s clubs meet at Mt St Mary’s College this afternoon.
Dern Johnson wedding held May 13 at Elder Gardner’s home in Johnsville district uniting Louis Dern and Nattie L Johnson in German Baptist church rites. Cards issued for Col John M Carter Sr of Baltimore and Pauline Lois Doyle for a June 6 ceremony at the Church of the Heavenly Rest in New York City.
Brakeman Moore of Brunswick was struck by an overhead bridge near Keedysville Station but fell back on the car and escaped serious harm. Roy E Benjamin, Brunswick brakeman, was seriously injured at the Brunswick yards while attempting to open a switch and fell into a deep culvert, suffering internal injuries and was taken to a Baltimore hospital.
Frederick Council No 1196 Royal Arc smokes and rituals dominated last night in the council chamber. After the usual routine a lively session continued with ceremonial proceedings and social mingling among attendees.
The visual mid week prayer meeting will be held in the Evangelical Lutheran chapel this evening at 7 90 o'clock. When Nature Needs assistance it may be best to render is promptly but one should remember to use even the most ordinary remedies only when simple and genuine. California Fig Syrup Company. Ornia Fig Syrup Company.
A garbled field report from Lespos dated May 23 notes Roberts advancing, with mentions of Heilbros displacement and a homicide spike near Hampton. The item references Heilron siter Heely and Casceliiae Gucibere 7 eti.c ty-fire, but details are unclear.
Spectal eyepatch to The News Kinsgery reports eight hired tebes have surrendered at Verybarg. The raid is described as clear from Mafeking with copperage ending in the district.
May 23 report from Osretuws states General Warren has occupied Dooplas following fierce combat. Casualties and exact numbers not disclosed.
Special Dispatch reports to The News that a note was presented to the porte demanding prompt payment of the American indemnity claim. The communication underscores ongoing tensions over postwar financial settlements and asserts urgency in settlement terms.
The late Oliver P. Harding dies at home age about 72, with a long record as a farmer, legislator monitor, and church member. Funeral services will be held at Central Chapel. Rev. Milburn, Rev. Farrisg, and Rev. White officiate. pallbearers include sons and friends. Also notices Lavinia Diehl, Jacob H. Hines, W. S. Elgin, Guy Rosenstein, Bernard Antnoez, Sallie Barger, Campey Cook. detailing ages, relatives, churches, and burial sites.
A May 3 meeting at the Women’s College hall will organize a centre by electing officers including a treasurer. Public welcome. nonmembers may join. May 3 lecture topics include Kipling and Shakespeare with Dr. F W Sykes favored. Lectures feature readings, discussions, pamphlet outlines, and examinations with certificates possible. Ascension Day services noted at local churches and Knights Templar attendance scheduled.
Baltimore plunged into darkness as 265 Electric Light and Power Co employees strike for a 25 cent daily wage increase. An attempted city lighting effort failed. Officials say replacements will be hired, but strikers remain resolute despite looming firings.
Mr P E Long takes charge as manager of City Hotel for Mr Thomas M Harwood with all staff kept. Bir Wm C Martin expands by opening a news and cigar stand in hotel lobby. Peach yield forecast to be largest in two years amid potential fruit drop before harvesting. Raymond L Schaaf mortgages to sell Centerville tract with dwelling. Hood's Sarsaparilla advert appears among brief items.
Toe Woenan's Acxiliery of the Episcopal Dioceses of Martlacd held a season today at St All Sante's P E church. Delegates arrived and were welcomed by Ladies of the guild. A church ceremony, lunch, and an address by Rev Os borne Iagle and Rev Addisor Ingte followed. The Maryland Woman's Auxiliary, led by Mrs. Stooaset, supports missionary work and collaborates with the Board of Misaune. This was the first assembly convened here, with praise for reception and productive sessions.
Lilty Smith colored was arrested on Bentz street and found guilty by Justice Wood with a 4 dollar fine. 20 days in jail if unpaid. Righaed Wineherer also faced Justice Wood for assault but was dismissed. Frank Parkey and Wm Barry, two tramps, were warned to stay out of the city or face House of Correction. A fire destroyed Mountaindale at The Satton FFoedhk with unknown origin. Oil lamp explosion at Lime Kiln office of M J Grove caused damage. bucket brigade saved the store and its insurance covered losses through C C Waiters of Fire Association of Philadelphia.
A jumble of ads and notices touts guaranteed 6 percent dividends from National Building Association of Baltimore. mortgage loans. a Broderick Art Club meeting on May 21. a Baltimore excursion May 27. electric streetcar notes. a Nations instalment stock pitch. United Confederate Veterans reunion travel rates. Frederick Branch leaders of the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad connections. plus carpet and wall paper promotions from Edge Beckett Carpet Latimer and Mullent’s store.
John Hendrickson Offers Fall Specials on shirts undergarments and accessories. New Madras wash silk ties in multiple colors, handkerchief squares, scarves, and socks from 10c to 50c. Special 3 pair sock bundles and towels arriving from a manufacturer at low prices. Quality fabrics emphasize comfort and economy.
An early 20th century shop notice promotes women garments including Shirt Waists and Silk Grenadines. It touts fitting models and prices from two dollars to five dollars, with gloves and undershirts offered and claims about seamless sizing and free fitting services.
The Frederick City Hospital Association plans a Friday trolley trip to Myersville and back to Braddock for supper, round trip 25 cents, with a Square Corner departure at 2:30. May 22 and 23 feature a strawberry and ice cream fete at the Y.M.C.A. on South Market, hosted by the Woman's Auxiliary with an 5 cent admission. Dr Herman opens a Frederick office at 26 W Patrick. local dry goods and carpet stores announce early closing Saturdays at six from June 1 to September 1. Local optical practice and shop notices follow with pricing on fabrics, lamps, and groceries including White Star coffee.
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