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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1900
Page
4
A fragmented historical note recounts events tied to May 31 across eras, mentioning battles, figures, and places with sparse readable details. The text hints at wartime actions, leadership shifts, and regional mentions, but is largely garbled with missing words and unclear names.
New advertisements announce Fashion's Favorites showcasing styles from B Rossnour and Sana highlighting contemporary apparel and seasonal trends in a compact page feature.
Mrs J C Whitehill died suddenly at her home near Union Bridge on May 23 at age 51. She was formerly Lizzie Sappington, daughter of Dr Greene Sappington of Unionville, survived by husband and two children, and educated at Visitation Academy. Funeral at St Peter's in Libertytown Friday. Noah Kontzahn of Middletown Valley died aged about 70 after paralysis. leaves a widow and five children. Funeral at Middletown Lutheran Church. John C Bopst plastering contractor of this city died at 6:40 am aged 54 years 8 months 5 days. funeral Saturday at 4 pm. survived by widow and seven children. Miss Rachael S Scholl died at 25 years 4 months 1 day. funeral Saturday 2 pm at her father Louis Scholl’s residence with interment at Olivet Cemetery.
The last day of May shows mixed weather with hints of July and November. A printer’s force angered in painting the Central National Bank and post office building. A reactionary storm center is due. Thundershowers are expected to mark the middle of June.
The Philomathean Literary Society will hold its closing meeting at Kemp Hall this evening with important business to be transacted and a large attendance requested. Also noted is Mrs. Susan Bonsall very sick at East Second Street.
A large gathering heard Colonel George A. Pearre in Frederick as Decoration Day activities continued with a City Opera House address. The procession from Major Goldsborough's residence led to the Opera House where prayers and benedictions opened a commemorative program.
The funeral for Mrs Mary Ann Margaret Prisillender Stockman was held yesterday at 10:30 AM at Mt Zion Lutheran Church with Rev Hedges officiating. Pallbearers included C Edward Feaga Edward Zimmerman Abram Castle and Wm Zimmerman S Fenton Hart. Interment followed at Mt Zion Lutheran Cemetery. A T Rice and Song directed. Jefferson Davis birthday noted as upcoming holiday observed Monday due to Sunday. Hood's Sarsaparilla advertised.
Latest dispatches from Lord Roberts dated last eight mention heavy fighting near Johannesberg with British forces gaining control of the town but do not confirm its occupation. Roberts delays entry into Johannesberg until noon today as casualties rise in the Gardens. Special Junior meeting called to address death of Mr. John Bopat. Dr Stewart P Dean opens a new dental office. Dancing picnic planned at Braddock Heights with special car at 4 30.
Local notices describe Mountain City Lodge No. 29K of P. meeting this evening at 7 at their new quarters to address the death of Brother John Boyost. Middletown plans a Whit Monday parade with G A R, a grand drill opening, and bands. town events include oyster and fish depot offerings and musical instruction news.
L E Mullinix promotes carpets, mattings, and wall coverings in a sales push. The ad boasts large stock, low prices, and broad selection with strong customer persuasion. It urges readers to visit and compare receipts and wares, highlighting savings and variety in carpet goods.
An old newspaper ad promotes Madras fabrics plain and fancy at 25 cents and 12 cents, silk dotted mulls in black and white, chiffonettes, wash silks, and challies in various colors. It touts white goods like dimity and pique, including new Dianty Welt patterns priced at 150 and 2y, plus high quality shirt waists made by a top artist, promising fashionable appeal and wide customer satisfaction.
A brief weather note points readers toward Hexphoxsos for a lightweight jacket. It emphasizes practical gear advice and directs shoppers to the store for the needed item.
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