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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1894
Page
3
The News presents advertising notice for Fairwarmer MAW HaRErndox Chief of the Weather Bureau NEw ADVS. Advertisers are urged to maintain reliability. Any irregularities should be reported to D. W. Shorb J. John's Institute McCardell.
A compact guide on effective newspaper advertising urges focusing on one strong item per message and aligning with demand. It cites Mark Twain on diversification and emphasizes repeat hammering to create need, plus a note about timely ad copy deadlines for Tas Wheely News. It also reports on Lane Brothers winning a Petersburg extension contract and a Georgetown College concert featuring Dugan, plus a nod to Syrup of Figs as an improving medicinal product.
A Boston letter from May 26 describes a lively harbor visit by English sailors from the Blake and Tartar, crowding the streets and streetfronts. It notes a German castle window display at Cobb Bates Yerxa, a large Boston cafe with a nine-piece orchestra, Hungarian players, and a book fair-like scene at Larabee's. The writer praises local merchants in Frederick, cites grand urban projects, and mentions new, large drug stores and street improvements along Columbus Avenue and Blue Hill Avenue.
The 85th anniversary of Thomas Paine’s death will be observed at Park Ridge near Frederick on the Sth of June at 2 PM. Aaron Davis hosts as the Beg of the United States is draped in black and the farm bell tolls to recall Paine’s soul, with remarks about his legacy and past editorials cited in defense of reverence.
Three major questions face the Protestant Episcopal Diocesan Convention in Emmanuel Church Baltimore beginning tomorrow. Bishop Paret will urge a shift to majority vote for bishop elections and discuss dividing the Diocese of Maryland into Baltimore and Washington sees. Delaware is the only other diocese with a two-thirds rule. Vestry act provisions and committee reports will also be presented.
Henry Williams Robert Lewis and Chas Hamilton were indicted and tried in Westminster Circuit Court for placing an obstruction on the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad near Watersville. An iron track brace fastened by a spike on a joint was found by a freight crew, averting a wreck when a passenger train was warned.
Citizens from New Market and distant towns gathered for the funeral of Rev M G Balthia at Trinity M E Church South. The service included a sermon by Rev J Hetchinson with assist Rev J C Hawk Rev W P Coe and Rev E E Dashiell. Interment followed at New Market cemetery with LS Russell as funeral director.
News item notes Senator Gorman feeling better while Salisbury plans a census and telephone system. Reports of a naval cadet injury, a fatal shotgun blast in Somerset, a mining strike action, and various local notices including a June 13 turtle dinner, June 19 Philomathean Society anniversary, and a Cumberland trial continuation. Funeral details for John B F Burgess are provided.
City voters reject mayor and council power to issue 40 000 in water bonds and 10 000 in street improvement bonds. Total 325 ballots. water bonds 110 for 213 against, street bonds 260 for 59 against. Brunswick lacks fire protection with about 2 500 residents and a 400 000 assessable base.
At Fr McElroy Council No 70 meeting last night a committee was appointed to arrange the Cardinal Gibbons reception on Saturday night June 2. Catholic societies will march from the depot escorted by a band. A display of Greworks and Greek Breslong will line the march. The article also notes ravages of cutworms and a belief they vanish with the first June thunderstorm.
Hicks's May disturbances concluded with timely predictions of storms rain wind and thunder that desolated towns and homes and cool nights marked the month’s end. Gen Stewart Brown orders Col Boykin and Howard to hold weekly officer schools as preparations for camp. Captains must drill and inspect sentries each drill night.
Hick's Promisce Mary Henry Raine predicts June will begin fair across much of the continent. A central storm period around June 3 with a warm wave from the 2nd to 6th is expected, followed by cooler air and later renewed warmth and rains. Unusual lightning, retrograde clouds, and several storm peaks are noted, with strong guidance to conserve water and avoid baking crops.
Fresh greens and berries dominate the market with peas and cabbage at 30 cents a peck and strawberries 8 to 12 cents per box. Cherries scarce while beans and squashes remain limited. asparagus wanes as rhubarb pie season nears its end.
The Independent Hose Company No. holds a special meeting to act on the death of Henry Snyder. A committee was appointed to draft resolutions and subscriptions, with reports on a trip to Hagerstown to be discussed at tonight’s meeting. The reel team practiced on East Third Street with another run planned tomorrow.
At a Sunday meeting of the Catholic Club the following were named to organize the club's formal opening on Thursday night May 1st: Wo M Crimmins Charles L Diffendal Vincent Inglesis B L Besant Charles Wilson A F Snyder J Daniel Crimtains C F Baughman John Tehan Broitus James Doll.
Nicholas Schlagie and the B&O Railroad clash over responsibility for horses that suffocated in a Brunswick box car. Schlagie says the railway must pay. the road counters that Schlagie is at fault. Hood's cures touted as a prompt remedy.
John F H Clary, a leading Frederick real estate and insurance agent, endorses The Pride of Ceresville flour for its quality and plans to continue using it. The ad claims Nancy Choice 25¢ sacks, blends with Spring Wheat Sour, and promotes cash sales with lower profits.
Baltimore and Washington pastors met at St Pauls in Washington to discuss splitting the Maryland synod. About 35 clergy attended from both cities as the move toward creating Baltimore Washington and Western Maryland divisions gains traction ahead of a Frostburg October gathering. The same issue may affect the Maryland diocese of the Protestant Episcopal Church.
The Frederick Gun Club continues practice as they prepare for a match with Hagerstown. Mosquitos forewarn of summer nuisance. Strawberry cake appeals to many. Four Saturdays of rain hurt tradesmen. Mayor Fleming repaints property on West Third Street. Memorial Day orators refine speeches. Myersville National Band backs Hagerstown parade. Strawberry preserving to begin as price drops. June bugs expected soon. Farmers note rainfall. A spoonless mustard pot touted as a new invention. Mr. Aaron Davis invited to Paine celebration at New Rochelle by the Brooklyn Philosophical Association on May 30.
At the Christian Endeavor Convention closing session in Hampstead on Sunday evening resolutions endorsed Baltimore as the site for the 1886 international convention. Officers elected for six months: President H. Mears Hampstead. Secretary T. Clyde Routzahn Uniontown. Treasurer Ida Diffenbaugh Westminster. County Superintendent Laura J. Graddick New Windsor. The convention adjourned to meet in Union Bridge in October.
Benjamin F Hoover of Jackson district was committed by Police Justice Eckstein for a hearing today on a charge of threatening to kill his wife. He was again committed for a further hearing on Saturday next. Bananas 2nd Whipped Cream recipe and a quirky aside about a man dining on eggs and pretzels in a saloon appear in the rest of the text.
New books arriving at the Gem Store include Heavenly Twins by Rime Sarsh Grand Ships That Pass in the Night The Yellow Aster by Tota The Working Man's Wife The Houwpell A Mystery The Three Chevaliers K W W Lease & Go Festival at St Johns Literary Institute June 5 6 and 7 announced for local audiences in city markets.
ULLINGZ & KEMP advertise a fresh stock of White Dotted Swisses Persian Mulls Pisid and striped Dimities plus Latin and Lace striped Plaid Lawns priced 63 8 and 10 cents. New Shirt Waists in white and fancy patterns. largest towel selection at 25 cents.
An advertisement notes Oll Cloths and emphasizes showing top qualities at the lowest prices in the city. It mentions another invoice arriving yesterday.
Our store announces new stock with a large shirt and neckwear collection. Aimed at customers seeking well fitting garments, we offer a broad selection and emphasize the Sun turning higher, hinting at needed awnings for doors and windows.
Local sellers announce Pratt Astral oil and other brands at discounted prices with per gallon and five gallon rates. Florida peaches and tropical fruits advertised. Ice cream festival planned at Eirteg's Hall Adams town June 1 and 2. Hygeia Ice Company announces wagons supplying ice with prompt day or night service.
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