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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1898
Page
3
The Weekly News plans a Thursday one page issue with wide brick city and county circulation. Advertisers are invited to submit new ads by 5 PM Wednesday and copy changes by noon Wednesday.
Purely personal notes list residents traveling to Baltimore Pittsburg Chicago and Washington D C. Names include T Freeman Dixon Mrs Arthur L Bosley W Osburn Frank Brown Lizzie Toeber Florence Schaeffer Susie Crumb Mollie Remsberg James Clarke Edna Jeffries Mra Gratton Ibaugh Minnie Buckey Lillie Birely and Dr Ramsburgh with movements to Frederick Baltimore Pittsburgh Chicago Washington D C and ongoing visits with relatives.
A collection of small town items mentions Jorge W B Shriner repainting a storefront front, residents planning to attend an event if weather is favorable, Charles J Riehl collecting a curiosity shaped burr with chestnut content, and amateur forist West Patrick area resident Hargett shipping a shipload of plants to New York. Also noted is Matilda Lambright improving from scarlet fever and a generic health ad praising Hood's remedies.
In a crowded circuit courtroom, Otho J. Somers faced trial for forgery as testimony unfolded about notes signed by multiple parties and alleged improper payments. Separately, Philip Dorsey’s murder case against Oliver Rankin proceeded with a jury of twelve selected and attorneys outlining the state's case for first degree murder.
Proceedings describe a Petersville saloon shooting tied to an earlier forcible detainer dispute. Key figures include Dorsey, Rankin, and Oliver Rankin. Rankin died days after autopsy showed a bullet fracture and blood poisoning. Defense argues self defense while prosecutors seek a murder verdict.
Painters have partially finished work on the west steeple of the Evangelical Lutheran church as tinners continue repairs on the east steeple. The project will improve the church’s appearance and is nearing completion. Estrayed mare in Tuscarora area is sought by owner C. M. deGary of India Massachusetts with missing markings and description.
A spurious telegram caused panic on Seneca Street as David J. Carlin allegedly killed three people before being slain. Police deny the report. Melvin Wingborg notes Carlin remains alive at 202 Swan Street. Relatives seek clarity as Thompson delivers a rent-disposal order for Carlin’s six houses in Klinehart's Alley.
Mrs Mary A Walter died in Emmitsburg on October 13 from paralysis while visiting friends. She was widow of Anschn Walter of Boonsboro and lived with Mrs George Rumberger in Hagerstown. Survived by daughter Mrs Mary Neikirk. Funeral and interment were in Emmitsburg. Also noted is infant Catherine Herring dying at East Third Street residence from hemorrhage with funeral at 3 30 p m and Mt Olivet Cemetery. Robert Palin, colored, 35 years old, died at 28 West E Sixth Street from consumption. Funeral slated for tomorrow at 8 o clock with interment at Greenmount Confederate Cemetery. A Montgomery County board committee report referenced a land dispute involving a $1 500 claim and a meeting scheduled behind closed doors.
Market was well supplied with vegetables of various kinds at reasonable prices. Small roasting ears were available. Grapes and pears were scarce while apples sold at around 60 cents per peck and 18 cents per dozen for butter.
Advertises October sales and special offers in the garment department. Highlights new cloak parlor on the ground floor, emphasis on value over high prices, and a range of underwear and fur collars. Encourages men women and children to shop for medium grade garments with reasonable prices.
Ad promotes NEIDIG & MILLER offerings including undernoux gloves, driving and street wear, with low prices and high quality. Highlights bed comfort at $1.00 to $1.25 per piece and large, well made bedding. Claims blankets are closely woven wool and larger than competitors.
An evening class in shorthand and typewriting will begin at the Woman's College on October 17 with George W. Lough as instructor. Other notices include Masonic Bazar Association committee meeting at 7 30, and Key Monument Association meeting at City Hall Building. Also rental offer for No 59 West Church Street known as Philpot House with contact details. Plus reduced B and O Railroad fares to the Hagerstown Fair and special trains, valid Oct 17 21 with return by Oct 32 and adult and child admission charges.
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