Nov. 20 in American History and Odd Chronology
Fragmentary item notes Billy Florence a comedian dying amid Homestead strike events. The note references a court of appeals in the eighth circuit and mentions various astronomical and daily time data, presenting a garbled summary of dates, moon phases, and local timings with unclear connections.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Willim James Florence
Bersnard Conlin
Billy Florence
Homestead
Eighth United States Circuit
Court of Appeals
Local Sickness Report On East and West Patrick Streets
AMONG THE SICK Mr Peter Seeger East Patrick street has been quite sick George and Mary Simmons West Patrick street are quite ill at the City Hospital Mr Bartholomew Foster West Patrick street who has been sick is improving Master John 4H Getzendanner South Market street who has been Sick is improving Col L T Brien East Second street who has been on the sick list for several weeks is slightly better Little Elizabeth Pyles daughter of Dr and Mrs Pyles East Third street who was very ill is improving rapidly
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peter Seeger
East Patrick Street
George and
Mary Simmons
West Patrick Street
City Hospital
Bartholomew Foster
John
Getzendanner
South Market Street
Col
L. T. Brien
East Second Street
Elizabeth Pyles
Brief Items of Local Interest From the Front of the New City Hotel
Front of the New City Hotel partially repainted. Dr William C McComas and Carlton Molesworth bagged 29 birds and 2 rabbits on Friday. Mrs Harry A Lambright’s property on West Patrick street undergoes improvements. A forest fire near Lime Kiln Mountain close to Frederick Junction burned fiercely last night and was fought by locals. Independent Fire Company could not respond due to distance. Fire now thought extinguished with no smoke seen today.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New City Hotel
Wm. C. McComas
Carlton Molesworth
Harry A. Lambright
West Patrick Street
Mountain of Woods
Frederick Junction
Riehi
Independent Fire Company
Mayor Preston Values This Gift
The original thesis by Miss Mary Wilks mother of Baltimore’s mayor Miss Wilks presented to Mr Preston by President Apple of the Woman's College. Graduating from Frederick Female Seminary in June 185 the work titled To Be Useful is Better Than To Be Beautiful. The mayor kept the thesis at home for his children to read.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Wilks
Baltimore
H. Preston
Frederick Female Seminary
Preston
Apple
The
Woman's College
Miss Wilks
Mihi
Frederick Boy Featured In Mer cerburg Football Fame
The Philadelphia Press showcased Harry Le Gore son of J W Lezorte of LeGore, a star player on Mer cerburg’s football team. The squad has had its most remarkable season, largely credited to the Frederick county member’s impact.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia
Harry le Gore
J. W. Lezorte
LeGore
Mercersburg
Frederick County
Shafer Delivers Sunday Address Before Wyoming Trip
John P. Shafer of Braddock spoke to the Reformed church Sunday school in a farewell address. He leaves tomorrow for Wyoming for his health, and the remarks were directed to friends and schoolmates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John P. Shafer
Braddock
The
Reformed Church
Mr. Shafer
Wyoming
Secret Wedding Sparks Turmoil Across Families
A discreet marriage between a Martinsburg visitor and a local bride caused family objections, leaked details revealing a three year courtship and late-night elopement. The bride, 26, a G and L Baking bookkeeper, faced parental disapproval yet continued meetings at homes and with friends before marriage. The groom, tied to a Martinsburg connection, appears at times staying with relatives as plans unfold.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph D. Baker
Baents
Bowers
Griffin
Frederick
Martinsburg
Young Bowers
Madison Street
G. and L. Baking Company
Jefferson County
Mr. Bowers
Bride
Dr Stephens Improves After Illness at Charen Women and Infirmary
State Superintendent M. Bates Stephens, long a patient at the Charen Women and Infirmary, has shown significant improvement after a period of illness. Reports indicate his condition has stabilized, with doctors noting steady recovery from a condition described as teTa gag trades.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lar
M. Bates Stephens
Charen
Wome
Balibyare
Stephens
Fatal shotgun accident near Lovettville claims Chester Bartlett
In a tragic incident about four miles west of Lovettville Elmer Wildlow aimed a shotgun at his sister, thinking it unloaded. Chester Bartlett, 18, stood behind and was struck in the breast, dying after a hunting return day. The shooter claimed he broke the gun and saw no shell, yet a shot was fired. Funeral arrangements were made by Undertaker Feeta of Brunswick.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chester Bartlett
Elmer Wildow
Lovetteville
Bartlett
Winer Wildlow
Thi
Quere
Lieret
Brunswick
Work of Death Mus Anna M Bentz Case Noted at Hearing
The article records probate litigation over the estate of Charles A. Tucker who died in Baltimore last year. Mrs Druesilia Smith, heiress at law, seeks to void a deed she executed, claiming one third of the estate. Testimony spans nearly four hundred pages. a full bench heard the arguments.
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H. Dorsey Tchison
Druesilia Smith
Milton G. Urner
Clayton O. Keedy Teyh
Edward F. Tucker
Will of Mary C Marlowe Bequeaths Estate to Niece
Mary Olivia Marlowe of Jefferson leaves all property to niece Elizabeth Marlowe Clapham in trust for sister Frances Louise Marlowe. After Frances’s death, shares go to Olivia Blackburn, Florence Meilheny, E. Bianche Lee, Genevieve Marlowe, Minnie Claborne, and Mary Witherspoon each receives 50. Thomas T. Clapham, Samuel Luckett Clapham, Thomas J. Marlowe, and Richard Marlowe get 25 each. Remainder to Elizabeth Marlowe Clapham, named executrix without bond. Dated March 4, 1404. witnesses George W. Cram, R. C. Cackran, Mo OR. Eirhison.
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Mary Olivia Marlowe
Jefferson
Elizabeth Marlowe Clapham
Frances Louise Marlowe
Olivia Blackburn
Florence Meilheny
E. Bianche Lee
Genevieve Marlowe
Minnie Claborne
Mary Witherspoon
City Ministerial Association Meeting at the YMCA
The City Ministerial Association held its regular morning session at the YMCA with Rev. Henri J. G. Kiefer presiding. Ministers present included Revs. Kiefer Cas Ne Miller Herman Dixon Lamuit Rives and Apple, with plans for next week’s prayers and a union meeting on Wednesday night.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henri J. G. Kiefer
Henri JL. G. Kiefer
Mal Cas Ne
SS. Miller
Herman
Thomas
Teeman Dixon
Lamuit
Jd. Rives
Joseph WW. Apple
Pravar
N Janvats
Convention Delegates Praise Frederick Visit At FAoud
Delegates praised Frederick during a convention in Frederick praising the host city for its welcome and advertising gains. Officials noted ongoing work, with leaders planning to maintain momentum through the holidays and discuss preservation efforts for Washington County history, including the Gen. George Layton monument.
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Washington County Torical Society
Washington
South Mountain
Abovnoonsboro
George Layton
Coal Train Derails Near Hood's Mills Injuring No One
A Baltimore and Ohio Railroad coal train derailed on the old main line near Hood's Mills shortly before 3 PM yesterday. Fourteen cars broke loose scattering thousands of tons of coal along the tracks as the middle section of the train shifted abruptly while en route to Baltimore. No injuries are reported.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baltimore and Ohis
Hood's Mills
Baltimore
Horse Thiefs Bigamy in The Copperhead Drama
Local mention notes a Civil War era American drama The Copperhead with adult themes and a Monday night event at Diamond Rink. It lists skating, admission 10 cents, and a drive for audience attendance. The item references a business acting and a small adish display with phone contact for appointments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Diamond Rink
Christmas Openings and Real Estate on Offer in County
Local ads promote Christmas openings at stores with carpets, shells and nut sales, and highlight real estate including multiple farms across Frederick Montgomery counties, suburban homes, business stands, and properties on Main Street. Listings include 28 farms, 20 houses, store properties, and a coach factory site with details and contact notes.
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Walkeravile
Mercer
Praderick
Frederick County
Montgomery County
Frederick
Christmas Opening at John Eisemaners China State
Furniture. Bedroom and Parlor Suits in abundant supply. Call and look them over if interested. EB Cline promotes a Christmas opening at John Eisemaners China State.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Eisenhauer
Cline
John
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