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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Nov 23, 1905
Page
3
November history roundup lists Antoine Prevost death, Franklin Pierce birth and Elbridge Gerry death. Charlotte Cushman born in Boston. Maurice Fre de Haas New York artist noted. Sulpice Chevalier aka Guied, and other 19th century names appear with uncertain details.
A column of local updates lists residents traveling, visitors, and new and moving families in Frederick. Names include John Markey, F W Strehlan, Dr J B S Wagner, Edward Mantz, Archibald Fisher, Fr W J Kane, Caleb Lewis, Louis S Clingan, John H Boyer, Jennie Smith, Keefer Toms, Charles Kimmel, Henry Klipp, Thomas M Williamson, Theodosia Delaplaine, Clarence Mata, Daniel Shorb, Milton Burke, J Beanry Lampe, Donald DeLashmatt, Qarrie Boblitz, Guy Esgens Phebus, and others with local addresses and recent activities. The piece notes hog slaughter, carpentry work, and a Frederick College group photo.
Brief items report plastering at two brick houses on East Patrick Street by Charles H. Wiles. John Filby slaughtered four hogs weighing 315 253 209 and 205 pounds totaling 1611 pounds. Elmer Ray slaughtered four hogs with an average of 318 pounds each, largest 250 pounds. A new Ox-Fibre Brush Works building houses a reef of the United Steam Fire Engine Company for fire protection. Mrs James M Hood's property on South Market Street with P L Hargett Co. and O H Miller as a cigar store is being repainted by Michael Hennedy and crew.
Adam Wesley, a colored resident since the Civil War era, died this morning at 317 Esst Obhurah street from heart disease. Funeral arrangements are set for tomorrow afternoon at 3 o clock.
The ceremony at the Ficass Presbyterian Church in Trenton united Dr Paul Cort, brother of Mrs R S Darrow, and Miss Mary Scadder. Nearly a thousand guests attended as gifts including a $29,000 property from the groom's side and a silver service plus glassware. Dr Cort, once a physician at the Pennsylvania State Hospital, has since practiced in Trenton and is known in Frederick as a former guest of Mr and Mrs R J Darrow.
Members and friends enjoyed a delightful reception at the Manse on West Second Street with many callers and pleasant greetings. Tonight the final anniversary exercises feature Rev. DeWitt M. Benham of Baltimore delivering an address on the Significance of Presbyterianism, with Prof. M G Beckwith singing and the Arion Quartet performing two selections. all are invited.
HYIMENEAL THOMAS-CLIFFORD on Monday November 21 at 6 pm. Miss Tesala Viola Clifford and Mr Harry Baltzel Thomss married at the bride’s home 2206 Maryland avenue Baltimore. The best man was Hugh Jennings. Rev D M Douglase officiated. The couple dined at Hotel Rennert and departed for the West. Charles Henry Kerchner and Edna Maud Strine wed quietly at Walkersville with a serenade.
A lively race for Rockville postmaster gathers three active candidates James P B Weirs incumbent Willis B Burdette Republican committee chair and Harry A Dawson. They seek endorsements from patrons as Representative George A Pesarre prepares to decide the contest as the present postmaster’s four years and seven months term nears January expiration.
A small blaze broke out at Mr. Ernest Poole’s East South Street residence last evening when two children playing with a portable alcohol engine ignited straw in the summer kitchen. The United Fire Company arrived promptly, and their chemical engine quickly extinguished the flames before any major damage occurred.
The Eisenhauer Christmas opening showcased fine chin exhibitions and high art novelties. C. Garry’s Christmas exhibit features furniture bric a brac mirrors lamps and pictures. S.B. & D. Mantz announce a Christmas novelty ties opening tomorrow.
Nettie Waverner of East Patrick Street sustained a deep cut while trimming a cabbage head. The knife slipped, nearly severing an artery in her left hand, and required several stitches to close the wound.
Misa Dora O Ramsburgh traveled from the B & O to Pittsburg to finalize a deal with Standard Oil Co for oil output from Ramsburg wells Nos 3 and 4 in the Yellow Creek district Calhoun county West Virginia recently developed.
William Jones, who killed Harry Britton and wounded Frank Britton, was found shot behind a Baptist church. The Brittons refused Jones access to their sister Jeasle, a factor in the tragedy.
In Paris on November 33 the Sultan of Turkey warned the Powers that a naval demonstration could spur the Mursel men to attack Christians in Turkey.
A disorderly scene in Srov. left a Korean man slightly wounded when a stone was thrown at Marquis Ito on November 23. police report details unclear due to damaged text.
Curcaca Nov 23 Marshal Field Jr. who was shot in the abdomen yesterday is showing some improvement and is not seriously considered in danger. He was wounded in a dispute reported by local authorities.
Henry Fairfax Newton of Washington shot himself in the forehead at the Cosmopolitan Hotel in New York City. He was a familiar guest at Braddock Colony and worked in the Washington insurance business with his father. His sister Miss Grace Newton stayed at Braddock Colony last summer. His funeral was held yesterday at Rock Creek cemetery after burial there.
Mr S Bones resigns as Western Maryland Railroad superintendent to be succeeded by Bir J A Shephard. Alan A Harris elected Lassier of Chestertown Bank of Maryland replacing William W Chapman who resigned. Marie Antoinette Schley Fisher of Baltimore awarded $25 costs and $105 weekly alimony pending absolute divorce from Parks Fisher. Maryland Institute ceremony led by Masonic Grand Lodge Governor Mayor Dr Gilmar and others. John Henry 27, a young Black man, attempted felonious assault on Mrs Frederick Selby of Barlin but fled when two small girls alerted neighbors.
News of the churches reports union Thanksgiving services at Singanore Af. B. Church on Thanksgiving Day with an 1.80 p. m. program led by Love Faust and Rev. F. Kellman. Linganors Sunday school will hold its annual treat then rather than during Christmas. Next Sunday is memorial day in Borkittsville Reformed church, with a union service at Barklttsville Lutheran. Knoxville Reformed church will hold Thanksgiving Day services at 2 p.m.
The Frederick chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution marked the first anniversary of unveiling the Immortal Twelve tablet in the courthouse. Miss Ritchie, the chapter regent, hosted the informal celebration and reported on the State DAR Conference in Annapolis. A Girls High School pupil party visited the courthouse with teachers and Miss Ritchie to view the tablet.
At Woman's College Hall tomorrow evening a lecture by Mr Wayre H Bowers former Chambersburg teacher and young attorney will discuss The Acropolis at Athens with well prepared screen illustrations. The speaker has traveled and studied to present material.
The funeral of Master William L. Gram occurred at 2 this afternoon at his grandfather Isaac Gram's home on South Market Street, conducted by Rev. J. W. Kirby. Interment followed at Mt. Olives cemetery with F. Scarceder as funeral director.
The Local start lists today prices: New corn per barrel two dollars sixty, shelled new fifty two cents per bushel, old fifty five cents per bushel. Wheat No 2 grade seven seventy, sesame six eighty three per bushel, rejected six dollars per bushel, damaged five fifty per bushel. Oats thirty cents per bushel.
A freight car loaded with eight tons of wheat derailed on the Hagerstown Myeraville line near Beaver Creek. The freight cars broke bridge girders, spilled grain, and blocked service while passengers were ferried across. A motor-car from Myersville aided in repairs with a second engine.
A reader urges support for a W F and GR R line from Frederick to Thurmont, arguing local funding earlier built the F and M R R to Aston Bridge. He recalls personal ties to the road's founders and praises local enterprise, predicting growth and dividends as the new line connects villages to Frederick.
Lala Tyler Gates leads a company of artists to the Cuy Opera House for a Wednesday night performance on November 29 as part of the M C A course series. The lineup features Walter Seatley Hall Beritone Ebba Jertstedst the Swedish violinist and Migs Grace Gilmore violinist along with Gates a popular reader. The program promises rare enjoyment from a group of exceptionally fine artists.
At the City Opera House last evening the rendition of Dora Thorne drew a good sized audience and received frequent applause. Miss Sadie Marion, in the title role, was excellent, while Forrest Zimmer as Roland Karl also gave a strong performance. Other cast members performed well.
Frederick Maryland November 4 1905 bank statement lists resources liabilities including capital stock surplus undivided profits national bank notes out standing and deposits. signatures of cashier G Ziemerman and notary public Trav ers Thomas and George Wal Smith. nearby ads note hospital guild meeting Friday and several local business promotions and theater listings.
A lively pound party hosted by Mr and Mrs Edward Dock near Church Hill on November 15 featured music games and treats. Guests included numerous local ladies and gentlemen from Morningstar Morpingatar and surrounding houses. A birthday party for Miss Mary Hagan followed at the Hagan home on Worth Market Street with games recitations and schoollike refreshments. Mr and Mrs Harry O Swomley hosted a November 13 dinner for newlyweds James Melwhle Cromwell with guests from Brunswick Buckeystown and Ijamsville.
Mr. Charles P. Ranneberger of Jefferson, confined with erysipelas, is able to go about the house. While recovering he faced corn damage from an army of workers alongside Rev. D N Dittmar of Wagoner. Neighbors invited all to share the prepared feast and Mr. Ranneberger expressed gratitude for the assistance.
Edward Ziegler of Blue Ridge Summit shot a fine large deer on South Mountain near Ottanna while encamped with the Monteray Gun Club. One member has already shot four deer.
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