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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Nov 08, 1893
Page
3
An eight year old boy, William Jones, grandson of Andrew Jones, was accidentally shot and killed at a shooting gallery on South Market Street this afternoon. The rifle in use was being taught by the gallery proprietor when it fired. The ball struck Jones in the left temple and an inquest was summoned.
Purely personal items list locals and notables visiting or returning home. Bir Artie Mozer of Myersville in the city today. Marion Eline of Gettysburg College on a short visit. Louis Nixdorf traveled from Washington to vote. Raymond Cooke of Washington in the city yesterday. Kate McGinnis of Columbia visiting Sallie Gleeinger of Walkersville. Miceel Nusbaum of Walkersville. Daniel Roedkey and Lewis F Kefanver women depart for Dayton Ohio to visit relatives. Daniel Getzendanner of Kearneysville left for Montgomery county after visiting Col. D. C. Winebrewer.
Frank G. Lenz the Pittsburg globe gitcher, now halfway around the world, reports 11,000 miles traveled with 10,690 in open country and 1,000 miles of cities. He says danger is past and expects a fall 1894 Pittsburg arrival. Mutual hospitality in Rangoon and Calcutta is detailed, including banquets and hotel bills paid by locals. A shooting rumor near Mt. Pleasant proved false.
The Frederick county election produced a decisive Republican win with orderly voting and strong crowds at Tur News office for returns. Sheriff-elect Daniel P. Zimmerman featured in a portrait sketch. Democrats blamed Gaver’s nomination and county commission term for defeat while Republicans celebrated with a late-night parade.
Miss Lils Juel, the Swedish prima donna, made her city debut last night and scored a success. Her voice and stage presence impressed audiences, with noted versatility. The Mendelssohn Quintette Club will visit on November 1 for a concert.
The Frederick County Floricultural Society opens a three day flower exhibition at the East Patrick street armory. Exhibits include chrysanthemums, foliage, and a large banana tree with electric lighting. Local growers are praised as the superior display with Rhodes and Kemp among organizers. Rhodes' Orchestra will provide music tonight.
Aymeneal Fre Forter Leonard Toomas Fry and Ella Jessie Porter of Londoun county Va were married at 245 yesterday at the Reform parsonage by Dr Exch bach Cards out announcing nuptials of Mollie Compher of Tayloreville and Maurie W dischael of Washington The ceremony will be on Wednesday Nov 8 at high noon at New Jerusalem Anarch near Lovéttevile Va The marriage of Mr M L Lechliider of Hagerstown and Miss Jalis Houck of Harmony Grove this county will be solemnized at the bride's parents residence this evening
Third Assistant Postmaster-General Craige reports that letter sheets and envelopes issued in 1987 have not succeeded and usage declines. A single size for postal cards remains, the reply card underperforms, and Columbian stamps yield lower revenue than forecast, with a contract reduction reducing potential losses.
Households busy preparing winter sauer kraut as cabbage harvest proves plentiful and of high quality. Well cured and cooked kraut is noted as wholesome and digestible, shifting past views that condemned the dish as indigestible.
The Frederick Ministerial Association met in the Reformed chapel consistory room. Two new members, Reva Dutrow and Stein epring, were admitted. Thanksgiving services were planned for the Reformed and Methodist Episcopal churches. Rev. Gill opened a discussion on the Revival of Religion focusing on reaching masses and sociological aspects. The next meeting will be opened by Rev. Inele on The Parliament of Religions. Naval Reserve in Maryland Nears Commission. state law questions arise about arms and vessel provided. Mr. Flint and Assistant Secretary McAdoo discussed organization and potential use of a state vessel. Congress funds reserves with 25000 dollars annually. Maryland awaits Governor’s confirmation. Additional notes cover Blue Superior white potato and Syrup of Figs advertisementless.
An advertisement outlines a sale on all wool dress goods including 35 inch dress fabrics and remnants priced at 50c to $1.56 per yard. It promotes warm school dresses, gowns for ladies, linen, towels, and eiderdown comforts, plus LeGrand Minnesota Flour. Also mentions a missionary meeting at the Reformed Church with addresses and solos.
Notices to gas consumers urge payment of the usual discounts by the 10th of the month. Local ads promote overcoat repair by Lewis B. Adams at 60 Bentz Street, hay and straw supplies by Keller & DeLashmutt at 22 East Patrick Street, and G and J Pneumatic Tires featuring the Styria bicycle tire praised by an Austrian official. Winter is noted as a good time to change tires.
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