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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Oct 06, 1914
Page
5
In American History on Oct 6 a milestone notes Harriet Hosmer born in Watertown, Maine in 1830 and died 1908. Also on Oct 6 1200 Dr Abbott Lawrence Lowell inaugurated as president of Harvard.
William Larkins, a 23 year old colored man, was stabbed twice from behind on West All Saints Street between 10 and 11 pm by a very black assailant about 5 feet 7 inches tall. Officer Brachey and witnesses searched for him. Larkins says the attacker worked at the City Hotel. Doctor Bourne treated the wounds, which were not regarded as life threatening.
Among the sick are Alfred Riddlemoser of B and O avenue who is critically ill Frank L. Knode bedridden at his West Third street home Mrs David Lowenstein recently operated on is now able to go out Miss Hazel Danner East Third street recovering and able to sit up Jane Rice who had surgery at Frederick City Hospital two weeks ago has returned home on East Fourth street Solomon Sunday of Illinois visiting his nephew Cornelius Sunday East Third street is confined at home with rheumatism.
A historical ad claims Doan's Kidney Pills focus on one purpose, supporting kidney health. Frederick residents Mrs. A T Webster and Braddock R R No 5 share testimonials via J W Hamers Drug Store, noting backache relief and repeated recommendations. Manufactured by Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY, price 50 cents.
In a Yellow Springs case, Chester Wiles sues Robert Tyler for 3000 dollars claiming assault after a summer fight sparked by his home being dynamited. Witnesses describe kicks in the stomach, a sand-filled mouth, a bitten finger, and a stone strike to the head as Wiles and his wife were led away.
Attorneys Jacob Rohrback and George A. Pearce Jr. for Metropolitan Insurance file a motion for a new trial after a jury verdict of 435 for Mrs. Anna K Swomley on a 739 suit over a 2000 policy. The case centers on payments alleged with agent John R McCoy. company says acts were outside his scope. Plaintiff’s counsel Aaron R Anders and Stoner and Weinberg.
The drill officers for the three cadet companies of the Boys' High School will be named by the faculty this week. Interest is high as several are mentioned for captaincies. Officers are selected by teachers with drilling and academics affecting eligibility. A rep from B Rosenour & Sons measured bars for new uniforms. Hood College girls entertained new students with a Kemp Hall play The Tragedy of Q T The audience enjoyed the performance. The cast included Beulah Long and Alliene Dechant among others.
A nostalgic testimonial from RT Raters of Homer City Pennsylvania promotes Chamterrain Cough Remedy. The ad claims long use with consistent relief and notes wide dealer availability.
Edward M. Lewis faced magistrate Anton R. Anders on charges of desertion and non support of his wife and three children. Mrs Carrie O. Lewis testified to an unbearable home life and Lewis claimed willingness to reunite. A telegram about a separate warrant surfaced. Lewis denied knowledge. Judge Anders found him not guilty on the non support count and ordered 38 monthly for the children, to be paid while he awaited Howard county officers.
Local items announce produce deliveries from Samuel Marino and Cramer Hotel. Society notes mention Fitzhugh Lee Chapter meeting at 7 30 pm. Millinery openings by Mrs G W Kindley and Mrs M C Getzbau g. Music store opening at 234 North Market with Lehr pianos and instruments offered.
Frank Groshon and relatives seek to void the will of Miss Annie V. Groshon valuing about $25 000 in an undue influence and incapacity claim. A total of 57 witnesses are summoned for both sides as the trial opens with extensive attorney lists and anticipated lengthy proceedings.
Entries close Wednesday October 7 for the Frederick Fair Poultry Show. Exhibitors must submit at once at the Secretary's Office 46 North Market Street Frederick Maryland. The notice lists CENAENS' NATIONAL BANK or Frederick MD as entry points and provides bank officers J D Baker, WM G Baker, U D Baker, WM G Zimmerman, Samuel G Duvall, and Joseph McDivitt as assistants.
A cluttered display advertises furs including lynx, wolf, fox, and mink, with prices. It promotes coats for children, draperies, and umbrellas. Real estate listings show farms from 23 to 60 acres, city properties, and loan services by John N. Clary, plus rental and coal ads and a general notice about remedies and delivery.
Real estate and insurance advertisement notes 148 acres of land near Frederick with fine buildings and a dairy farm, plus 158 acres 8 miles from Frederick near B&O station and other parcels 70 to 163 acres described as desirable productive and well located. Also mentions city property insurance windstorm bonds loans and typewriters with weekly ad updates and contact at 7ON Market St phone 74-W.
Property sale notes offer 56 to 200 acres with good improvements near B and O Railroad State Road and Frederick. Includes modern dwellings, meadow land, and land with fruit, fencing, and crops. Loans on mortgages available through F G Thomas Son. office at 20 West Patrick Street Grayson Mercer Real Estate Loans and Insurance.
Property listings show multiple farms ranging from 1 to 212 acres located near Frederick Walkersville Creagerstown Lewistown Thurmont and surrounding towns. Advertised parcels include 106 68 126 110 60 70 25 59 65 114 153 186 161 163 130 and more with proximity to Feaga Feagarilla Woodsboro New Market Buckehee Park Mills and Adamstown. Contact the Frederick office at Court Street opposite T. MLC Building for full details and viewing.
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