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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Oct 01, 1909
Page
4
An unclear Frederick Maryland text fragment references a news item, mentioning names and places in incomplete form. The legible portions hint at a local report or notice but lack sufficient detail for a precise summary.
A tangled local note jokes about Harry Whitney and explorer claims. The text riffs on contrast between Mr Bryan and Senator Bailey and mentions Commander Peary and Dr Cook as others who have spoken on receipts and lectures.
Fragmentary text mentions an auditor per the city and money concerns. Names and places are unclear, yielding minimal concrete facts.
Fragmentary OCR shows quotes and names like Nora, Miss Waren, Cora, Barker, and Siue. Mentions Chicago News and St Louis Times with discussions of photos and phrases about a waiter and cost to pervade a New York waiter. Text is garbled and lacks a coherent news event.
The New York World reports Commander Feary questioning Cook’s claims from Battle Harbor. Peary demands prompt confirmation or refutation while noting Cook’s alleged travels and equipment issues. Peary accuses Cook of withholding records to dodge substantiation, and Whitney is blamed for not recovering Cook’s boxes in Utah. The Esquimaux reportedly say Cook was not out of sight of land. Denmark seeks Knud Massoumussen’s findings to resolve the point. The world awaits Cook’s proofs as Peary’s critics press for closure.
The Palisades Interstate Park dedication marks the transfer of the 14 mile riverfront to New York and New Jersey for public use. Wealthy benefactors including J Pierpont Morgan contributed large sums and time to rescue the Palisades from quarrying threats over a nine year effort led by George W Perkins.
Fragmentary OCR notes reference a Burrert comment mocking Beltimore American politics. No clear names or events are readable, yielding a brief political commentary item with limited identifiable facts.
A lyrical meditation praising morning lips for light and song and the earth reborn. It extols the day’s clarion call and the heroic spirit forged in life’s battle, then blesses night’s comforting message and dreams of delight amid restful love and harmony.
The Western Maryland Railroad reports chestnuts at peak season with Pen-Mar excursion from Baltimore planned for Sunday. John Pitcher and brothers dominate trade shipping large quantities to New York and Chicago. single carload value ranges from 1200 to 2000 dollars, with up to ten carloads shipped per season.
The note mentions Jens Bay and a sighting reported in The News. Details are sparse with readable phrases pointing to a locality near Jens Bay and a general news reference. The fragment preserves the place name and article context without additional facts.
A published statement from Assistant Secretary Norton explains the 1862 law that barred circulating notes and limits bank checks under a small amount. He says modern checks below one dollar do not conflict with the statute and remain lawful for fractional payments, despite misinterpretations.
The notices report deaths of Charles H. Ogle of Baltimore age 42 at home after illness. John Nicholas Brengle a 75 year old farmer near Ellicott City. and Mrs Martin Pryotschen of Zentz mill aged 40. Ogle was a Northern Central Railway carpenter and member of Masons. Brengle survived by wife and six children and several siblings. Pryotschen funeral was held in Foxville with Rev Beardt officiating.
The funeral for Inic Misa Frances Louien Trail was held yesterday from 112 East Church Street with Rev. John J. Wellett and Rev. Edward T. Helfenstein officiating. Pallbearers were relatives Charles Trail, Henry Trail, Edward Markell, Cathorse I. Yel lott, Ernest Helfenstein, Holmen D. Baker. Burial at Mt. Olivet. Funeral director Thomas P. Rice. The Edgar K Le funeral was today at the family residence near Frederick with Rev. Edward T. Helfenstein officiating. Burial at Mt. Olivet. Pallbearers included Ernest Helfsten, Charles B. Tratt, Jacob Rohrback, Holmes D. Baker, D. Guy Thomas, Richard M. Duvall. Etchison was the funeral director.
A birthday dinner was given Sunday at Mt. Airy home of William E Goodell in Urbana for his 65th birthday. Guests from Urbana Myersville Hagerstown Mt Airy and Arby attended. An elaborate noon dinner and later confectioneries and fruits were served.
The YMCA ladies gym class begins this afternoon at 4 30 p m in the Y M C A gymnasium. Only enrolled members may enter during class hour. About two weeks hence a public event will feature a Well boat or similar display for married ladies. details to follow.
Delegates attend a convention in Nageretown with badges and social sessions. Mrs Rounds leads, Mrs Poonies conducts devotional service, Miss Laura Garrett and Miss Charlotte Bell perform, and Mrs Mary Haslup presides over parliamentary drill. Election of officers and national delegates slated for adjournment.
Daily notices report Chief Judge W Laird Henry of the First Judicial Circuit resigns amid a set of local legal developments. The Elkton murder trials and pleas progress along with governor Crothers denying a pardon and commuting a life sentence. A major fire at River View Park caused extensive damage, with insurance covering the losses and Baltimore aid helping contain the blaze.
Review notes Paid in Full as a strong production with seven compelling roles and four powerful acts. Cast performances are praised while the audience is criticized for failing to match the show's merit and vitality.
Corrected October 3 1909 prices show grain and feed costs including Yellow Ear Corn 3.60 per barrel White Ear Corn 3.60 per barrel Yellow Shelled 72 cents per bushel White Shelled 72 cents per bushel Rye 60 to 70 cents per bushel Barley 50 to 60 cents per bushel Hay baled No 1 Timothy 13 to 14 dollars No 2 Timothy 12 dollars No 1 Mixed 11 to 12 dollars No 2 Mixed 10 to 11 dollars Clover 8 to 9 dollars Hay not baled 12 90 per ton Wheat baled 10 0 to 14 dollars Oats baled 10 to 12 dollars Bundle Rye 10 to 12 dollars Flour Winter Wheat 5 50 to 6 00 per barrel Spring Wheat 6 50 to 7 00 per barrel Cornmeal 1 75 to 1 85 per 106 lbs Buckwheat 24 2 to 26 per lb Mill Feed Bran 25 80 per ton Middlings 29 00 per ton Red Dog 2 35 to 2 45 per sack Dairy Feeds 26 00 per ton Cotton Seed Meal 33 00 per ton Potatoes 60 to 60 cents per bushel Timothy 2 08 to 2 25 per bushel Clover seed 25 00 to 8 50 per bushel
An old advertisement extols banking houses offering prompt and satisfactory service. It highlights experienced staff and a focus on handling business accounts for individuals and corporations alike, though some lines are garbled. The notice references names such as Henry Sine and H Zimmerman and mentions general financial operations and patronage.
Prices of latest sales corrected up to noon today by Motter Bros. & Co. Bankers and Brokers in Baltimore. Trade figures reflect market activity and updated quotations.
Mr Charles B Gaver leads workers laying cement pavement before the Buffalo restaurant on West Patrick Street. Willina A Burger residence on East Patrick Street has woodwork repointed by James W Nuagz with his crew.
An orchestra has been organized for Sunday at the Evan gelical Reformed Sunday school in Fenitta with new master Prof angele. Members include Lee Hanshew first violin William Ereric bass violin John Yinger clarinet G Oscar Rhoads flute Prof Lynn Stephens first cornet Harvey S Zimmerman second cornet Clay De Grange trombone Charles Seaga organist. The orchestra will commence with music on Sunday next.
Bank announces interest paid on special deposits for public accommodation. Mr George T Baumeardner assistant cashier notes the improvement at the First National Bank building. Fire incident at the National Bank building referenced.
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