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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1900
Page
4
A garbled May 24 history recaps highlight places like New York and the Grand after events in a crowded column. Mentions of people, locations, and various activities appear in a jumbled OCR fragment lacking clear coherence or dates.
Groceries advertised at lower prices today as bulk items and staples feature reduced costs. T.J. Grass is offered for sale, with potential buyers invited to inquire for specifications and pricing details.
Mr J Edward Lutz of Middletown is registered at the Park Hotel. Alfred Ritter spends a few days in Washington on business. H Lee Stoner of Union Bridge spends the day in Frederick. Miss Katherine Thompson returns from Baltimore and Washington. John Baumgardner, North Market guest, in Philadelphia on business. Henry Wilckensteen of Baltimore visits Frederick. Mrs J H Myers of Baltimore visits her brothers, the Mesars. Rosenour, North Market street. Mrs D Haner Quynn and family of Pittsburg visit the Misses Quynn, East Patrick street. Miss Markey of California visiting Col and Mrs David C Winebrewer, Court Square, left for Baltimore. Mrs Katie and D Hellen Ramsburgh of East Church Street visit their brother Dr Jeesa Ramaburgh, 1021 Vermott avenue, N W Washington D C.
The Frederick Historical Society held a meeting with officers including ex-Judge Lynch and Prof. Cyrus Thomas among many members present. A death resolution for Dr. Edward O. McSherry was drafted by a committee led by Major Goldsborough and Rev. T. Freeman Dixon. A paper on the Presbyterians was read and discussed, and an excursion to the Rumsey shaft was planned. Adjourned to meet in June. G B Johnson of Portsmouth was renamed superintendent of transportation to reflect railroad consolidations.
The Philomathian Literary Society holds its regular weekly meeting in Kemp Hall this evening and expects full attendance for what may be the last meeting of the season. Also, workmen began dismantling the old Female High School building under contractor Mr Gowers, removing windows and frames to be sold, with several trees cut down for removal.
The Masonic Temple Association purchased the late William H Miller’s property on West Church Street for 7000 dollars. The parcel fronts 63 feet on South Street and extends 135 feet deep. Incorporated January 3 with 17000 dollars capital, the group, to be run by six directors from Columbia and Lynch Lodges, plans a temple for the Ancient Free and Accepted Masons. Existing funds from Columbia Lodge and Lynch Lodge will fuel construction plans, with festivals and bazaars to raise more, but early building is not planned.
The Baltimore City Council committee pigeonholed the ordinance to abolish the water rents and licenses office held by Carleton Shafer. Shafer and assistants will retire from the post amid committee inaction. He had joined under Mayor Hayes with plans to end the office. seventeen clerks were retained, then reassessed, as Shafer offered no definite future plans. The article also notes the Antietam Battle monument dedication and casualty figures, highlighting Maryland troops and gallantry on that day.
Miss Edith G Murphy daughter of John A Murphy of Tramaville and Mr Curtis E Surdette son of Richard Burdette slipped to marriage May 16 at 7 pm in the groom's parents home New Market Rev Samuel Utz officiated Ardeen Burdette maid of honor ey Smith best man Bride wore white carried book decorative room suited with flowers Supper served to close relatives and friends Post wedding plans place Alix and Mrs Burdette near Tramsville.
Funeral services for Oliver P. Harding were held at 9 am from his late residence. The service at Rock Leon hospital chapel was led by Rev Pagebarn and Rev G F Warring. Pallbearers included his sons Everest and John Harding, Wm Hoffman, W A Jonss, James Walker and P J Bargere. Interment in the nearby graveyard. A Rice & Sons directed. Also noting painting at the homes of Samuel Timmmer, George Baumgardner, Augustus Obenderfar, and Henry Debring on South Market and East South streets.
A marriage license was issued in Balliners to James W. Skinner and Lacy V. Herd, both colored. Prices list: corn 2.45 per bushel, wheat 68 cents per bushel, hay 12 to 24 per ton. A special meeting of the Independent Life Company is set for tomorrow at 7 30 p.m. to discuss the uniform question. Mr Z Jama Gittinger is reported better today after illness.
A brief market note notes limited strawberry quantity due to continuing drought. It mentions nearby dealers and hints at price and supply constraints. Also references a popular medicine, Hood's Sarsaparilla, touted for its curative power.
The Great Council of Hed Mea in Berlin Maryland elected J Henry Lamps as great eachem in a ceremony with welcoming addresses from Rev Gideon and others. Delegates from many counties attended as records and reports were read and officers nominated. Maryland tribes total about 66 with 4500 members. nationwide membership tops 200000.
A grand jury returns six indictments against Philip A Babylon of Ostroll county for forgery. The forged Joshua Smith signature appeared on notes discounted by multiple banks in Uniontown Westminster and other towns. Babylon, about 55, once active in politics, is described as wealthy, married with sons, last seen in Baltimore and has not been arrested.
James McNeiz Frank Jones and Frank Steele were arrested by Officer Brest for vagrancy. Justice Wood sent them to Montegas for 60 days hard labor. William Brown and David Jason faced Justice Wood for fighting and disorderly conduct. Brown fined 1 and costs, Jason fined 4 and costs. Hood’s Pills marketed for anemia dyspepsia and rheumatism.
Delegates from Baltimore to Annapolis gathered at Air Salute Chapel for a Maryland Episcopal diocese Women's Auxiliary convention. The event featured a large luncheon, reports on Indian work and the Baby Branch, and elections led by Mrs. A L Sioussat. Speakers included Rev J A Ingle and Mrs Anna Physick, with gratitude expressed to All Saints parish and the late president Mrs Ano Gomes. Delegates visited the Key monument before departing in the late afternoon.
Carroll county grand jury in Westminster indicted Janie Bloom and Jeremiah J. Garner for feloniously assaulting Misa Lothe Ecker age 15 of Uniontown district. The assault occurred May 12 after a local gathering. Ecker reported torn clothes and immediate notification to her mother. Garner fled but was later captured. Bloom unmarried, Garner married about a year prior. Also notes Knights Templar service and a boy's fall from Court House Belfry steps, with minor injuries.
A dispatch reports British troops moving toward Pretorm from Gre miles north of Bnewetsr. Officials say it is the general opinion they shall reach Pretorm as fast as possible, with continued advances against opposing forces.
Fragmentary text reports a crash and fatalities at St. Iwal's relay bed carine with references to Pinetoais alex Awful Crest Canosieation Cerenotes and Yar Pope. details are garbled and cannot establish a coherent event, date, or involved entities.
A brief dispatch notes the illness of William E. Glatorane widow Mrs Glatorane, allegedly near death. The report cites Tak News Local with 24 minute timing claims and unclear state records.
In St Louis a midnight incident led to a car roll attempt by four persons amid shouting by a local group. Police responded as the crowd dispersed, with no injuries reported.
Frederick Maryland Democrats urged to attend the primary at the Court House at 2 pm to express support for William J. Bryan. Delegates to the Kansas City convention should be instructed to carry the will of the Democratic people. Judge Blanchard Philpot to be presented as Bryan’s chairman. Also notices of local business and an excursion to Baltimore with the B&O Railroad and other local advertisements.
Carpet and wall coverings due for sale as L E Mullinix promotes new stock in patterns colorings and designs. The ad claims largest stock and best value with emphasis on low prices and customer choice. Mullinix invites shoppers to judge for themselves at his exclusive carpet and wallpaper shop.
The article discusses a new punch card prize scheme linked to commercial teaching methods echoed by Abraham Lincoln quotes. It notes a Wool Chatlies shop opening in We and contrasts low prices with perceived value, framing the intrigue around trends in consumer education and advertising.
Joan Henpracsecs Neidig Miller advertises white goods silk grenadines and gloves with prices up to 1.00 per pair plus parasols and underwear targets ladies. Main’s Cough Cure from Clinton E. Main pharmacist is recommended as a quick bronchial relief. Standard time from Washington cited.
The Frederick City Hospital Association will run a trolley party Friday afternoon to Myeravilla and back to Braddock for supper. Round trip fare is 25 cents. Car departs Square Corner. Early closing. dry goods and carpet stores will close at six on Saturdays from June 4 to September 1. Dr. Herman, optician, has moved to Frederick and will operate from the parlor of Miss Hager, 26 W. Patrick, opposite City. Carpet cleaning and other services. no extra for heavy paper wrapping. Deer Park Hotel advertising summer resort amenities on the Baltimore and Ohio line with rates, cottages, and facilities. Annapolis Naval Academy Band performs. cottages available for housekeeping. Rates and information via W. E. Burwell, manager, B. & O. Building, Baltimore, Md., until June 10, then Deer Park, Garrats County, art Bid.
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