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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1896
Page
4
Fragmentary text appears to reference names Reeves and Joan, with garbled phrases about May or May 29 and a wage item. No coherent event, outcome, or clear entities to confirm a substantive news item.
Weather chief reports a northeast moving storm near Alpena with central Lake Huron. Temperatures vary by region with cooler conditions east of the Mississippi and warmer in the Northwest. Thunderstorms in New England and Middle Atlantic. central valleys expected fair weather Friday with westerly winds and slight temperature rise.
Local society notes list numerous visitors and residents. Names include Mabel Hindley of Kindley & Grove. Mrs George Johnson of Norfolk visiting Dr Geo Johnson. Miss Margaret Kouzer of Thurmont. Misses Catherine and Dendy Goldborough of Walkersville visiting Leeland. Miss Mary Veazio visiting Prospect near Frederick. and several others from Frederick, Thurmont, Rochester, Winchester, and Washington. A few items mention speakings and travels, including F B Sappington in Cambridge and Rev J C Hawk visiting nearby.
Frederick officials and citizens committee won formal endorsement from General Riggs for Frederick to host the state encampment. The plan includes water from Frederick, use of city fields, and cost covered by local fundraising. camp set for July 15 for 2000 troops with rail transport via B&O and a major city parade and receptions.
Changesbis Weather describes a faint hint of a St Louis cyclone, black skies near the Sugar Loaf mountains with heavy rain, a brief thunderstorm over the city, and a hot sun with a threatening afternoon. A brisk post sunset wind altered the air, followed by overcast skies and a heavy rain in Jefferson overnight. By morning a clear, perfect day emerged.
Through Dr. Samuel T. Haffner's influence Albert Victor Lamps, son of C. L. Lamps, Worth Market street, was appointed cadet at the West Point Military Academy. Dr. Haffner accompanied him to Washington to present him to Senator-elect George L. Wallington, who then secured the appointment and notified the War Department for Maryland's Sixth District.
The Legislature had submitted a 15000 bond issue for Bronawick waterworks but a majority opposed it. Final counts showed 118 in favor and 185 against the measure. the May 3 1894 election tallied 110 for and 219 against. Brunswick remains a non progressive town. Also reports a Germantown Red and Gun Club clay pigeon shoot with Smith of Frederick competing and a detailed score sequence.
The Clove of the Festival in Junior Hall ended after three evenings under the Junior Order United American Mechanica. Proceeds will fund a newly organized band’s instruments. A cake auction yielded a QUADity of cake. Also noted a severe storm along the P R R line caused damage near Mekthor, Colombia and Weenevie. Drummer evangelist A Nims from Boston will appear at Salvation Army barracks this weekend with shows at 8 p.m. Saturday, 9 a.m. and 8 p.m. Sunday. An ice cream and cake festival is planned for Monday night.
A brief note touts Syrup of Figs as a simple remedy for common ailments, endorsing prompt use when needed and presenting it as a preferred option from a California company.
Memorial Day observances are outlined for Frederick with graveside services at the Grand Army of the Republic lot and a parade from Post Hall at Market and Church streets to Olivet Cemetery led by the Independent Drum Corps and veterans groups. In Emmitsburg Memorial Day events move to the public school building with speeches by Colonel Lang and Rev. E. J. Lafevre, and Thurmont and Liberty also plan commemorations with pastors delivering addresses and bands performing. The Frederic and surrounding posts join in ceremonies, decorations, and a Star-Spangled Banner salute at Francis Scott Key’s grave if possible. Postal hours for Memorial Day are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. with limited service.
Local Galtheresburg coverage details the Buxtus bustos case with references to Easton, James Reeves, and Dr. Kline. It notes a man at home during the eleventh hour, a court case dawdle, and a physician present at the scene. Mentions Maud and her father healing, and a lab mouse sparrow fight outside a residence.
The notice highlights soda water purity by some makers, warns against metal syrup cans, and invites readers to a free soup at Smith's restaurant on Saturday. It also promotes Majestic Bicycle ads, musical instruments at Palace of Music, affordable pianos and organs, and announces the Frederick Building Association stock series starting June 6 1896 with weekly dues and home ownership plan.
Mrs. Luther Rabiman, delegate to the Woman's Home and Foreign Missionary Society, has returned from Woodsboro after an alzth annual session. She brings rich samples of work from the Industrial School in Guntur, India, created by Mohammedian women under Christian training. The pieces include lambrequins, scarves, embroideries, and quilts. The project aims to fund a self sustaining industrial house and promote Bible teaching, with specimens on display at the Lutheran parsonage and plans to sell in major cities.
Strange but true sale notes August prices in May and big deals on waists and Japacese mattings. Manufacturer’s misfortune yields goods at low costs. waists called par excellence, well made with full sleeves and good materials. Waist at 25c, with many better grades offered. limited stock as quantities run out from last week.
Y M C A work on the new bath house began yesterday and within ten days the baths will be ready. Tonight Association members plan to organize a bicycle club. Attorney E S Bichelt and Prof Geo Smith will speak at gatherings in the Reading Room next Sunday. Secretary E L Leonard attends a General Secretaries Conference in Cleveland. Maryland Secretaries also to meet. New reading materials ordered for the Reading Room with free access to all. Blood health claims from a tonic are noted.
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