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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Nov 30, 1888
Page
3
Fast classification and overdue notices received by 1 o clock. Advertisements must reach by 9 o clock Thursday morning or risk publication delay. Running accounts billed on the 15th of March and June. other charges due monthly.
City Hall releases specials including Narine Oysters and Pisirion stock listing. Lena Broadway Havers noted for special notices. Sale and supply details await further public notice and responsible authority confirmation.
The County Commissioners for Frederick and surrounding areas meet at the Court House on Monday December 8 1885 at 1 o'clock for general business including erection certificates. Governor Jackson proclaims support for presidential electors and notes Democrats Meesia Gibson Stump Rask Downton and others elected to Congress. Garland invitations are discussed with McGarrett drafting letters and a waste basket incident noted. Other items mention Western Inland Railroad progress and local anecdotes.
A brief on the Madison Square walking match results and ongoing events. Lithien leads at 493 miles, with other competitors and updates from the event.
The November term of the circuit court adjourned at noon after juries and several cases disposed of in morning sessions. Twenty five jurors attended twelve days at a daily rate of 250. Court costs for grand and petit jurors witnesses total about 2200 dollars. Farmer Charles Sellman near Poolesville injured by falling timber during hog butchering. internal injury feared. Robertson near Rockville sues Baltimore and Ohio Railroad, settles for 150 dollars after wagon accident obstructed by the road.
An 19th century advertisement touts Backlen's Arnica Esire salve as best for cuts sores chapped hands chilblains and skin eruptions with a guarantee of satisfaction or money refunded at 25 cents per box sold by Joseph B. Garrett.
Due to bad weather there was no meeting of the circle tonight. On Monday evening there will be no meeting next week, but details for the following week's meeting will be announced later.
A surprise party was hosted for Miss Mary Gaim at the residence of Coli L Victor Baughman on Court Street Tuesday evening. Attendees included Miss Barley Dixon Pa Gle Holtz M-ssee Mebriog NeMa Hes Riehl and other prominent local social figures.
A fragmentary local column reports an old church bell strike lasting hours due to chain misadjustments and later repairs. It mentions predictions of bitter cold, then a pleasant day with possible future cold spells. A short piece on Mr Geo Milter of South Market Street, a poultry keeper, notes his breeding success with 12 Leghorn hens and 3,060 eggs bred in the last month, using playful wordplay to describe eggs and egg production.
Frederick Rifemen yesterday held a 2 target match at Mr. O N Hargete’s feud. Four shots per shooter with a 20 per match start. Scores: Morgan 17, Efler 19, Schwering 18, Simpson 13, Boyer 18, Blumenauer 16, Libert 14, Grove 17, Layman 15, Freed 14, Johnson 13, Brengle 17, Hargett 15, Ricketts 14. Total 220 of 280.
The sale of seats for the entertainment at City Hall under the FG Y M G A began this morning at nine. Mr GO F Underhill will present vocal selections and readings. The Baltimore Herald praises his natural style and powerful voice, noting his portrayal of Lord Dandreary as a standout.
A melodrama presented at City Hall by the original New York Company draws praise from the New York Dramatic News. The production features English style with Britian and Australia scenes, strong climaxes, and Rufus Sesth in the lead delivering creditable work amid solid mounting. A barber shop opened this morning at Yeakle's.
Weather warmed a Wednesday market scene filled with sauerkraut and baked goods. Vendors offered cakes while birds sang and families with toddlers browsed baskets. The lively atmosphere hinted at an early Yule tide feel.
A stream of social notices reports Miss Clara Hatfiman and Miss Beckie Forney leaving homes for family visits and dinners, with many residents visiting relatives in Baltimore and Washington. Local clubs form for winter, notable addresses and guests stay at homes, and advertisements praise Ayers Sarsaparilla with generic medical claims.
The Abermanio committee on lamps and lights will open the proposals from bidders to furnish three hundred tons of coal at the electric light station on Monday next, with the contract to be awarded to the lowest bidder.
A special meeting of the Standing Committees of the Independent Fire Co was held yesterday to settle differences among company officers. The United and Junior Steam Fire Companies tested their engines in practice yesterday, and the Independent engine will be tested tomorrow to assess its condition.
Edward Plumb and Wm Johnson were committed for two days each after Wednesday night. Frank Baggerty jailed 30 days for drinking and disorderly conduct. Bud Davie arrested for disorderly conduct and jailed 15 days. V Beander held for offense, paid a $1.85 fine. Officer Lerch and Mehrling involved.
Washington County grand jury returned indictments including J A Gattrell sheriff on seven counts of malfeasance for not keeping the mail in proper condition and mistreatment of prisoners. His son J W Gattrell faces a battery charge. The report criticizes the jail as disgraceful and calls for swift reforms for humanity.
Joshua W. Watkins twenty three attempted to assault Prudence Burdett thirteen daughter of Joseph N. Burdett near Brownsville Montgomery Co. He enticed her to a barn but fled at her screams. Arrested and committed by Squire Purden to await March grand jury action. Watkins held in Rockville jail due to escape threats.
The Ladies Aid Society of Creagerstown Lutheran Church marks its second anniversary this Sunday, December 2. A charming autumn and Thanksgiving themed program is planned at the church with free admission, though a collection may support the society’s work over its two year history. Guardians Haze Fire Company heads to Hagerstown for a fireman parade and returns on a special train at eleven p.m. Juliana Stem of Sabillasville links two large hogs weighing 517 and 54 pounds, boosting Sabillasville’s lead in the local contest.
Purity Lodge I C G Ro announces a public entertainment at Kemp Hall this evening at 7 30 o clock in Purity Lodge rooms. The event is hosted under Purity Lodge auspices and invites community attendance.
At Montevue, Eyeter Edmunds superintendent, served inmates a fine set out of turkey and other sun con delicacies yesterday.
The Site Society of the Methodist Episcopal church invites all to a savviable and entertaining program on Tuesday December 6 with a pleasant time guaranteed for attendees.
A monster readah raised by Sir Wm H Warner at the store on South Market Street weighs 15 pounds. Grand Commandery Knights Templar of Masyland closed it a ser tion on Wednesday night and elected officers for the ensuing year, including O V S Levy as grand junior warden.
The care of Sucy articles in the robing room of All Saints Chapel opened today at 11 o'clock. Many body and beautiful things are on exhibition, and the sale has been largely patronized. It will continue until 9 o'clock tomorrow evening.
Dr BE R Eachbard delivered a Europe lecture at the Reformed church in Mc Pleasant last night. A large audience braved bad weather and enjoyed the talk. Proceeds go to the church missionary fund.
A torchlight parade and display of fireworks will be held in Keoxvilla tomorrow evening under the auspices of the Republicans of Petersville district. Addresses will be delivered by prominent orators and numerous bands of music will attend.
The Junior Steam Fire Engine Company held a successful hop with about 100 couples attending. Grand march led by William Winebreast and Magpie McClow, dancing from 9:20 pm to 2 am, F C orchestra providing music. Proceeds to fund a company flag, arrangements led by Winebrear and several titled locals. hotel arrivals list includes Dankel, Robins, Dorsey, and others from Baltimore to Philadelphia and beyond.
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