Personal News Roundup from Emmitsburg and Nearby Areas
Purely personal notices list visitors and residents across Emmitsburg and surrounding towns. Names include Mrs Ann H Mantz visiting Pennsylvania, Edgar McCardell heading to Pittsburg, Ralph R K Bowers returning from a wedding tour, Stella Baker visiting N Baker in Emmitsburg, and many others visiting relatives or returning home. The Winchester Star notes A S McDaniel leaving town after a month here, praising his amiable presence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ann H. Mantz
Friands
Pennsylvania
Edgar McCardell
Pittsburg
Ralph RK. Bowers
Mica Alile-Fhompror
Brunswick
Mies Stella Baker
Brooklyn
W. C
N. Baker
Emmitsburg
Jesse Ramsburg
Washington, DC
East Church Street
Mise Letile Meadowe
Martinsburg
W. Va
Reis—Tives
Frederick
Rozalla Johns
Gexoline Ross
Court Square
Washington
Louis B. Gatch
Baltimore
Madison Nelson
Jane Henshaw
Louise Henshaw
Antizo
Wisconsin
John Hendrickson
Joseph Feliz
Toledo
Ohio
Fannie Felix
N. Y
Frank Felix
Arthur Carty
Mt Atry ‘Theological Seminary
Philadelphia
G. G. Carty
East Patrick Street
Myre
Allen Trall
Bt. Thouls
John T. Yellett
Towson
Beltimore
Winchester
A. 8
McDaniel
Brief Bits From A Local Page Of Oddities
A collection of short items and quirky notes from 1898 including unusual weather, election bets in Frederick, Christmas shopping foresight, a bear shot near Winchester, eel catches in the Potomac, rabbits killed by Charles Boyer and son in Gherpsburg, and various curiosities about Edison investments and local industry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beurh Cn Caisitons
Frederick
Winchester
Gherpsburg
Nicholas Shafer
Cesar Hanover
Thomas A. Edison
Lepannrs
Big Republican Meeting Draws Thousands in Middletown
A large Republican mass meeting and torch light parade in Middletown drew several thousand residents from the Middletown Valley. Speakers included J. Frank Butts as chairman and George C. Rhoderick Jr. as secretary, with William G. Smith of Baltimore delivering a sharp campaign speech advocating sound money and anti Gorman. A later altercation injured William Bigier, requiring medical attention.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Middletown
Frederick
Valley House
Arthur ©. Gorman
United States Senate
Williams
Baltimore
Gorman
Rasin
Bix. Smith
Marburg
Melter
Milton G. Urner
William Bigier
Political climate favors Democrats in Frederick County
Dispatch from Brunswick notes the Democratic party shows unity and strong local support for candidates including Charles W. Goldsborough for Clerk of the Court, with infighting among Republicans over Motter Heffner and Michter influence blamed for weak Republican cohesion and possible defections across districts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brunswick
Baltimore Herald
Frederick County
Charles W.goldsborough
Conrt
John J. Jordan
J. Polk Essex
Democratic Party
Hiffoer
Motter
Heffner
Michter
Apell
Nelsons Remarks in Baltimore Meeting Critiques Heads of Great Men
The Hon. Frederick J. Nelson spoke at Revies Hall in Baltimore during a Jeffersonian Democracy meeting. He quips that a profiled article compared famous leaders across eras, contrasting Cicero Wellington and Machiavelli with modern figures, then warns of shifting heads and growing vanity. He criticizes the campaign, Sun’s wealth focus, and political rivals, calling out Isadore and Joe Helusier with pointed humor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frederick J. Nelson
Revie’s Hall
Baltimore
Bourke Cochran
Cicero
Shade
Wellington
Johnny Foe
Fu Perkins
Perkins
Snd
Garmen
Machiavelli
Joe Miller
The
Celt
Garman
Sun
Isdy
Gorman
Bunery Isadore
Egypt
Joe Helusier
Temple of Mammon
Fodder Rack Strategy in Old Isdy’s Tactics
The passage notes Isdy’s habit of selecting racks with substantial fodder. It highlights a recurring tactic where the old Isdy prefers a rack presenting a strong fodder supply as a strategic habit.
Political Pointers and Ballot News Across Counties
Ballot cheating device found in Carroll county as polls open in Marsland at 6 AM and again at 6 PM. Republican and Democratic campaigns held meetings in Howard county but Senator Gorman did not attend the Democratic gathering. Maryland and multiple states vote tomorrow. Nevada and Washington hold elections next week. Frederick county Democrats claim equal chances. J E R Wood delivers a strong speech in Leonardtown despite bad weather.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carroll County
Marsland
Howard County
Gorman
Maryland
Virginia
Ohio
New York
Kentucky
Pennsylvania
New Jersey
Massachusetts
Colorado
Southuskets
Sansan
Nevada
Washington
Philadelphia
Baltimore City
Frederick County
Vandiver
Democratic State Committee
St. Mary's Bescou
Leonardtown
Fts
Court House
J. E.R. Wood
Frederick City
Br. Wood
Polling Places Set for General Precincts
The general precincts in usis city declare polling locations for tomorrow. Precinct 1 at 28 West Fat tick street Precinct 2 at the Coach Shop of Geo Crom No 44 South Market Arrest Precinct 3 at the Basement of the Court House Precinct 4 at 144 North Market street
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Usis
West Fattick Street
Geo. GC. Crom
South Market
Court House
North Market Street
October Deaths and Marriages in Frederick City County
For October 1857, the city and county report four deaths in Frederick City, six in the city, and forty two in the counts with interments at Bit Olivet St. John s and colored graveyards. Burials occur across Middletown Brunswick Hope Hill Foxgills Burkittsville Emmitsburg Thurmont and other places. Fifty five marriage licenses issued at the Clerk s office last month. sixty seven deeds and 33 mortgages filed. Advertised letters listed for Frederick City post office with two week deadline to claim.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prath Boll
Parsons
Bit. Olivet
St. John’s
Middletown
Brenswick
Hope Hill
Foxgills
Burkittsville
Emmitsburg
Thurmont
Bragh’r
Brave Little Travelers Reach City After 3400 Mile Journey
Myrtle Webb age 11 Elia Webb 6 Scott Webb 13 James Webb 4 and Ernest Webb 4 children of the late Marcellus Webb arrived in the city yesterday at 11 30 a m from Portland Oregon where they started Tuesday at 2 45 p m covering nearly 3400 miles They were kindly treated along the route and met with mishaps during their brave journey They are stopping at Misses Webbe West Patrick street city residence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Myrtle Webb
Elia Webb
Scott Webb
James Webb
Ernest Webb
Marcellus Webb
Portland
Oregon
Misses Webbe
West
Patrick Street
Sabbath Day Services Across City Churches In Worship
Large attendance marked worship in Holy Temple as Sabbath school and church societies met. Rev. Matthews led services at Schleysville Mission School while numerous churches reported sermons and anniversaries. All Saints Day observances and All Souls Day prayers featured across Baptist, Episcopal, Presbyterian, Lutheran and Reformed congregations with special offerings and organ music.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Holy Temple
Sibbath School
John R. Matthews
Schleysville
Lutheren Church
Oterbein United Brethren Church
Scot Street
Columbia Avenue
Baltimore
Luther Kuhlman
Evangelical Lutheran Church
Romana
Kobiman
Matthews
Evangelical Reformed Church
St James’ Lutheran Church
Jerusem
Trinity M. BE
Christ
Church of God
Uniontown
Thomas Tyler
Frederick
Schamer
Frizaliburg Congregation
Donstel
Mount Olivet
St. John’s Catholic Church
Presbyterian
Jno
Cowox
Jesus
Osborne Icgle
All Saints’ Episcopal Church
Mr. Matthews
S J. Mary’s Chapter
Dorcas Society
Thoraday
Ancient Communion Vessels Brought to Potomac Synod
Rev. G. M. Zrouarar and Rev. G. M. Zacharias displayed antique church relics in Hagerstown during the Potomac Synod meetings. The 1747 German silver chalice from Winchester and a silver plate from Walkersville were shown, tied to Michael Schutter’s missionary tour and the 18th century Maryland Virginia synod rituals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. M. Zrouarar
Baltimore
Hageretown
G. MB. Zacharias
Zacharias
Frederick
Potomac
Winchester
Acta German Eilver Hazen
Walkereville
Frederick Courty
Michael Schutter
Synoda of
Poland
America
Maryland
Virginia
Market Winds Down For Winter With Seasonal Slump
The market nears a winter lull as farmers reduce produce sales after Thanksgiving. Corn, tomatoes, cantaloupes, and watermelons fade with summer. Hothouse radishes appear occasionally while celery shows early promise and eggplant plants sell slowly.
Confidence and Supply Promise From Local Store
A damaged OCR note pledges reliability and fair dealing. The seller asserts strong confidence, promises honest service, and a substantial discount offer on a range of fabrics and dress goods. It mentions a temporary pause in business and protection of valuables, with a 50 percent offer on a 191-Special base line.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gods Fir
Tris Mare ST
Madeline of Fort Keno cast stars many known names
A historical note lists performers for the production Madeline of Fort Keno including Misa Adelina Fiz Allen Misa Elizabeth Witney Ailes Blaze May Ailis May Atherton Join E. MacGregor Cha br Owens William B Angeworth J 5 Genly John Alien George Weston Harry Hart Captain Beers Master Wil He Dale William Kingsley and others Carl Wilders Military Band and orchestra and a Sioux Indians troupe. Sixty people and twenty horses appear on stage at once.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wedneesaday
Long Brothere
Pawnee BI
May Lilife
Madeline
Fort Keno
Misa Adelina Fiz Allen
Misa Elizabeth Witney
Ailes Blaze May
Ailis May Atherton
E. MacGregor
Cha’. BR
Owens
William B. Angeworth
J. 5. Genly
John Alien
George Weston
Harry Hart
Captsin Beers
Wil He Dale
Willam Kingsley
Maryland School for the Daaf Juniors Defeat Frederick Stern
The Maryland School for the Deaf Juniors beat Frederick Stern by a wide score last Saturday. Stars included H Creager H Bancon and J Cadden from the M S D Juniors. Next Saturday the M S D Juniors face the Star Jig Slippers in a football match.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maryland School
Daaf
Frederick Stern
H. Creager
H. Bancon
J. Cadden
At Work and Fire Hit City Scar
A white man Ishe Gne was struck on the head by Lagis Maddox, leaving him badly injured while the family, living in poverty in Pive and a Hell, faces hardship. Burot Onur, a dynamo at the Frederick Electric Company plant, burned out Saturday night.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ishe
Lagis Maddox
Pive
Hell
Burot Onur
Frederick Elestric Company
Prescription Trade Persuades Patients at Clinton Main
An unidentified store promotes prescription trade asserting proper drug selection and pharmacist expertise. It claims to offer prescription work as its key service. The text also references abatement and financial figures for Western Maryland and Ohio related to a separate matter.
Republican Central Committee Meeting Notice
The Republican Central Committee invites members to attend a meeting Monday evening November 1 1897 at 7 39 o clock. By order H B Witter chairman. Also notices about wedding and party services and Winter excursion tickets offered by the Pennsylvania Railroad to major winter resorts with illustrated guide and free routes and rates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Republican Central Committee
Evsulog
H. B. Witter
Pennsylvania Railroad Company
New Jersey
Virginia
North
South Carolina
Georgia
Florida
Cuba
Pennsylvania
Nomination of Clayton G Keedy for Sixth Judicial Circuit
The Guide editorial endorses Clayton G Keedy for Associates Judge of the sixth judicial circuit. It praises his study, ability, and character and urges Frederick citizens to support him at the election next Tuesday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph W. Gaver
the Guide
Clayton G. Keedy
Bis
Frederick
Bud i
Lewistown Auctioneer Sells Lumber and Wood Lot
Mr. Berry Scook of Lewktown conducted a large sale for Mr. Gliver O. Hahn near Garfield. The auction included nearly 200000 feet of lumber and between 400 and 500 cords of wood.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Berry Scook
Lewktown
This County
Gliver O. Hahn
Garfield
Hospital Association eyes seven lots for new facility
A hospital board meeting saw trustees report on seven Northwest Addition lots offered for the hospital. A committee of fourteen association ladies found the site satisfactory and ready to accept the advantageous gift. The property frontages 280 feet and depths 186 feet with potential for more, near parkland and Gu Park, offering water and mountain scenery and easy town access.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hospital Association
Alte
Sixth Street
Sale of Seats for City Opera House Night
Advance reserve seating for City Opera House Wednesday night has begun with many seats already sold. The box office is open at Teakie's shoe store, and those seeking good seats should apply at once.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
City Opera House
Teakie’s
Death of Rev Gaver Prompts Final Journey Home
The Rev. D. Gaver pastor of the Lutheran Church in Williamsport is called to Burkittsville by his mother’s death Saturday. Property transfers include Wa Gress to Annie M. Zimmerman in Brunswick for 2725 and George M. Isanogle trustee selling land to Chas H. Storr for 890. Emmitsburg see East Main Street property sale to Sceeph Neck and wife for 875. Hey Monument meeting postponed due to election. A false fire alarm rang Saturday night at 9 20. Castle's offers fries 15 and 25 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mei. Gaver
D. Gaver
Williamsport
Burkittsvie
Gress
Annie M. Z'mmerman
Brunswick
Geo. M.isanogle
Chas. H. Storr
Latest Derby and Chenille Portieres Now Displayed
All the latest novelties in Derby and Chenille portieres and curtains are shown in our New Carpet Room. Exclusive patterns and colors from leading manufacturers. Unusually low prices attract quick selling. See our new stock before buying to compare prices and qualities with elsewhere.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Derby
Chenille
FOU
Frederick
Dr Harrison Wagner seeks 1.1 million in suit against Frederick County
Dr Harrison Wagner appears in Baltimore seeking judgment against Frederick County Commissioners for 1.1 million plus costs. Defendants demurred, briefs due in two weeks, case to be heard. Judge Meaberry attended the related federal case in Baltimore. Scrofula remedy Hood's Sarsaparilla is advertised in the piece.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harrison Wagner
United States
Baltimore
Frederick County
Wagner
H Eldes
Hor
J. Roger Me&berry
Coal Oil and Gasoline Store Ad Promises Reliable Service
A historic ad from 1891 touts AUST JEMIMA'S PO A Haseek LD Regiable Coal Oil and Gasoline Ling. It runs daily except Sundays and July 4 with promises of honesty and prompt delivery. The notice highlights lamp oil stove gasoline and customer service, locating at No. 286 Market St. Map Mosse.
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the Daily News
Benvenuto Cellini
Florence
Matthew Hale
New Barocco
Ausatia Suderelst
Alexander IL M
Antonio Canora
Did
Stephen van Renselser
Patroon
Lornis Albany
Alexander Credes
Dhoress
Ib Yie
Oliver Perry Morton
Indiana
Hed Field
Atesuater I
Cyst
Russia
W. L. Moors
Westner Bureau
Seston
Deshim
Re- Giiney
Shepherde
Californias
Mexico
Camden
Beth Ehems
J Marmes
Nts Street
RE. Nelson
Political Pointers
Montifs
Gestirmen
Carter
James Doul
Joseph L. Rawarde
Blitt
Frank M. Farrand
Frank Alliaon
W. Furley
Johnson
Huh Dit
Urickson
TSI
Chldsen
ACE
Dou Supaweson
ANUP
Dats National Cash Registere
Hage Cose
SBIT
Helsing Gsteen
G. T. Eyster
Miles Mary Ader
Mary Ellen
Frank B. Rhodes
Merrymakers” Company
Clinton E, Main
Ba’ Amore
Blumerauer’s
Market Street
Biemenaner’s
S. Market
Ereet
P. We. Re
G. BE. Cline
G. E. Cline
E. Cine Castle
HE Railing Grocery CO
ST NW
Bailing Grocery CO
LST
Hospital Notes
Charles E. Gistlelan
Msin Street
Sceeph Neck
Hey Monument
Key Monument Association
Castle's
S. HH
Dsome Curtai
L. E. Mexuoox
Hood
Roadice & Neidig
A. T. Rice & Sons
A. T. Rice & Sone Funeral Directors
North Market Etrest
BL V. Staub
Thomson, Shaw & CO
ABN
Frederius
Falk
F. W
North Market
Doll Brothers
Peo Brothers
North Market Stees
Dou Buores
Bezamtast
Bhadey
A. &. Haseek
C.D. Don
Illinois
Goi
Timatee
Bankers and Broe Bre
North Street
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