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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1899
Page
3
The Saturday News announces a forthcoming issue with wide coverage including Funston analysis by Captain Kilmer, new illustrations, brief stories, and departments for housekeepers farmers and gardeners. Also Sunday school lesson analysis by Rev. D M Stearns and regular features plus home delivery for 2 cents.
Excursion from Washington planned for Sunday. J Vernon Silance appointed notary public for Woodsboro. St Marys College beat Washington College Chessertown 14 to 8. Fairmont Cemetery Co board: J Beall resigns, J W Albaugh elected. B and C Railroad to run May 25 from Washington to Frederick. 309 excursion tickets sold. Benjamin Rosenour received a bound volume on the war with Spain featuring peace commissioners.
The Visitation Academy presented Joan of Arc with scenes from forest to cathedral. Florence Raphel and M. Louise Payne led cast. Rhodes Orchestra provided music as students wore period attire and staged a dramatic, moving martyr tale.
An unexplained dynamite plot harmed two portable engines owned by William H L Leatherman near Middletown. No injuries occurred. Leatherman planned to run a saw mill at Sutran Fink’s firm two miles north on Nationslpike when the blasts happened. Continuous explosions damaged both boilers and lines, with dynamite found causing the damage.
Fithugh Lee Chapter of the United Daughters of the Confederacy held a meeting at Mrs. L. M. Nixdorff’s home. Mrs. Francis Fenwick Smith read a paper on Frederick County Confederate soldiers. The chapter plans to unveil the Winchester monument on June 6 and join Maryland Day activities at Glen Echo. Members will exhibit a basket of work and novelties. Mrs. A B Yeakle was admitted, bringing the total to forty two. Next meeting is in October.
The column notes the deaths of Charles L. Maulsby of Greencastle Ind and Grandison G. Shook of Shookstown aged 62, with funeral plans and local connections. It also records the sudden death of Annie Elizabeth McAllister of Union Town District Carroll County, age about 52, along with Mary M. Cannon of Brunswick and an infant daughter of Glenn H Worthington West Third Street.
Funeral services for Ezra M. Brengle were held yesterday at one o’clock with Rev. Page Milburn of the M E church officiating. Pallbearers included Captain Walter Saunders John Hardt Chas Smallwood August Mehring Geo Saubter and Thomas Lipps members of the Order of Red Men. Interment followed at Mt Olivet cemetery. Undertaker F Schroeder handled arrangements. The funeral for Alonzo Francis Snyder occurred this morning from his home with services at St John’s Catholic Church at 9 o’clock conducted by Father Coleman. Pallbearers were John Kenney Robert Hendrickson Joseph McDevitt Bernard Ersant James Doll. Interment was at St John’s cemetery. C C Carty funeral director.
Rev L Thirlkeld will preach in Walkersville M E Church at 9 00 am and at Mt Pleasant 2 99 pm The German Baptist Church Monrovia holds communion May 27 from 1 00 pm continuing after night There is a Young People temperance rally tonight in the United Brethren Church Middletown Rev E C Baker speaks to Manor Council Jr O U A M in M E Church Donbs Sunday at 10 00 am Readers urged to say they saw it in The News
June 26 set for trial of Arimistead Taylor and John Brown in Rockville. Both indicted for the Montgomery county murder, arraigned in Rockville with not guilty pleas. Taylor transferred from Washington after a brief legal process. Brown held in Baltimore jail awaiting court.
The Independent Fire Company reported to the Mayor and Aldermen that on Friday night April 28 they accepted the invitation to enter the engine contest at Westminster and would negotiate with officials. The Junior Fire Company refused to conference, claiming priority to enter. The engine will be taken to Westminster. Insolvent. James F Haifleigh and Amanda E Haifleigh of McEnig filed for bankruptcy in Baltimore. Liabilities and assets detailed. Edward Hewes is attorney.
At Lynch Lodge 163 F and A M last evening Past Master Richard S J Dutrow received a Past Master’s jewel from lodge members. Wilbur H Duvall gave the presentation speech noting Dutrow’s service while master. Harry Blackston, the current master, praised Dutrow’s contributions during his tenure. The lodge then entertained Dutrow for the night.
Weather shifts signal vacation for many groups as schools pause and commence summer schedules. The Woman's College and Visitation Academy prepare commencement programs while Art Club tours Westmouth. Daughters of the Revolution adjourn for summer. Eastern Star marks a centennial with a reception for grand officers.
Liberty aims to form a fire company with committees to inspect the oil engine, draft by laws, and handle repairs and subscriptions. Edwin Devilbiss elected president, Roscoe Swadener secretary, repairs estimated at $250. Memorial Day observances announced in Middletown and Thurmont with sermons and grave decorations. College student Walter S. Hargett named to Franklin and Marshall College Oriflamme staff. Shoe care shift as tan boots reduce demand for brushes while polishes rise.
At the Woman's College a reception for the senior class and invited friends runs from eight to ten. The Visitation Academy girls perform the comedy William Henry in the commencement hall.
A brisk overview of department specials highlights belts for men and boys, leather goods, silk ribbons, parasols, sun umbrellas, and varied fabrics. It notes new arrivals and color ranges, including black lawns, Indian linens, and organdies, plus nightgown materials and attractive values on select items.
Dr. Wmn. C. Botcler specializes in ophthalmology and ENT care and sets up at 28 N Market Street with City Hotel residence. Free spectacles examinations and fittings offered. Publicity ad pitches cheap news want ads for employment or cook positions.
The notice highlights a high demand for plain white wear and white gloves, noting white gloves are scarce and urging readers to purchase from the supplier. It emphasizes fresh, beautiful gloves at competitive prices and invites customer comparison with similar offerings.
A local notice states repairs will prevent carpet cleaning for two to three days. It mentions a special car leaving the city at 4.30 p.m. to attend a temperance meeting in Middletown and returning afterward. An advertisement promotes Farmer Allerton Axle Grease sold by Alien G. Quinn & Co.
L. E. Mullinex promotes Wisnow awnings described as new, movable and adjustable. The design fits ordinary windows, offers simple construction, quiet operation, and air circulation above and below. It claims easy one minute setup and removal with affordable pricing.
Mrs Mary Haller sister of Mr Isaac Maller was stricken with paralysis yesterday and has since been very ill.
Local ad lists L. E. Mounas with telephone 150 for The Exclusive Carpet House offering carpet sales and related services.
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