Book on Barbara Fritchie Life of Whittier Heroine Published
History Hunt notes about The News in Frederick include a copy of a 1880s book by William T. DeLaPlain Co titled Pacts Not Fiction Life of Whittier's Heroine Barbara Fritchie. It features engravings of Old Frederick scenes including Barbara waving a red white and blue flag with 15 stars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frederick
Esther Hough
Gambrill Park
William T. Delaplaine and Co
Whittier
Barbara Fritchie
Henory
Nixdorff
Old Frederick
Barbara
West Patrick Street
History Hunt 1882 Book Noted For Fly Leaves Design
A Frederick merchant Henry M. Nixdorff near neighbor of Barbara Fritchie witnessed events in Frederick during 1882. The 60 page book remains in good binding with noteworthy fly leaves featuring an ornate design.
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Henry M. Nixdorff
Frederick
Barbara Fritchie
Williams
Frederick Durick
Fred
Upgraded claim extends trial against Frederick City over erosion
A damaged claim in a Frederick County water erosion case against Frederick City forced a continuance after plaintiff Edward L Umberger raised damages from 10 to more than 32 months. Judge Barrick noted the late amendment but allowed it under law. The trial, tied to a 78 inch storm water pipe and a swale near Monocacy Village, began with three witnesses and thirteen photos. several defendants were dismissed or added earlier. Jurors were seated. a new jury panel will be chosen and no date set.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frederick City
Amberger Farm
Herbert D. Morrison
Samuel W. Barrick
Frederick County
Morrison
Barrick
Edward L. Umberger
Gas House Pike
Umberger
Fredericktowne Village Limited Partnership
Fredericktowne Partnership
Robert L. Strine
Edward J. Umberger
George E. Umberger
Frederick City Crater
W. Smith
David R. Purdum
Alvin F. Brasheats
Terrance W. Warfield
Paul J. Sutton Jr
Larry G. Hevner
Mary K. Ernst
Carmen S. Schmersahl
Donald F. Delander
Joyce M. Miller
Daniel W. McCallum Jr
Leonard R. Escoto
Barbara A. Trevorrow
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Wiliam T. Delaplaine & Co
Mar-Land
IMG Homes Ltd
Mar- Land
IMG Homes
League of Women Voters
Winchester
Winchester Hall
LWV
Bonnie Bailey-Baker
Judy Johnson
Hough
the News
Frederick, Md
Erd
Hariep
Baz
Ester Hough
Queen Reg
Eyerly
Crawford
Copkin
Eyerly's
Eyerly’s
Frederick Towne
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