History of the Week in The Daily News
The fragment references a dated history section from October 24, mentioning local names and events. It hints at a summary of past happenings, with scattered references to people, places, and activities.
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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Oct 22, 1900
Page
4
The fragment references a dated history section from October 24, mentioning local names and events. It hints at a summary of past happenings, with scattered references to people, places, and activities.
On October 16 at 3 p m a wedding joined Albert Beitler of Beiter Brothers Walkersville and Orella K Hardy of near Woodboro in a ceremony at the Reformed church parsonage conducted by Rev D J Wolf. The next day many friends gathered at Beitler’s mother’s home to welcome the newlyweds home after a week away.
The Work of Death lists Margaret Poole aged 75 at Mt. Airy home October 17 with funeral October 20 led by Rev. May and bearers Drs Garter Downey Maynard and interment at Greerburg Baltimore. Annie Whiteen colored died at 33 at her mother’s Middle Alley home. James McPharren died near Waynesboro Pa at 82, native of this city blacksmith, funeral Tuesday 9 am, Green Hill cemetery. Also an ad extols Syrup of Figs as healthful and purifying with California pine origin.
A fight near the Blue Gpass saloon led to gunfire between a group of men, with Mr Reese hit in the leg as shots exchanged with African American men. Richard Wineberry was arrested, found guilty by Justice Eckstein, and fined $5.75 or 30 days in jail.
A new choral society formed with forty one members at Woman's College Hall last evening. Officers elected include President C B T Hendrickson, Vice President Ralph R Bowers, Secretary Snean M Marke y, Treasurer J H Keller. Maurice G Beckwith named leader. advisory board includes officers and leader. Annual fee set at $2. Rehearsals begin tomorrow at College Hall at eight.
In Middletown, Wm H Gaylor bought a 45 by 175 foot lot for 275 and will start a modern home. A major remodeling project on the Register building property is underway by Smaak, begun April 26, including extensive improvements to the structure and store room.
Funeral services for Mr. Wm. F. Fisher were held yesterday afternoon at his home on West South Street with Rev. L. McLean officiating. A long account notes fair association directors planning expenses and projected profits, while readers complain of gate charges and admission policies at Nevada Me and Missouri fairs.
The Evangelical Lutheran chapel holds their usual midweek services at 7 30 p m Rev Barshinger formerly pastor of the DO B church Boombaro area accepted a call to become pastor at Foreston TM and has moved his family there.
The South Peon tracks eight locations on the Sand Fork roads in West Wingtaim. The closest is about 400 yards from the Copley gusher as rigs are under construction and the walle cagiette is expected to begin in early December.
Fragmentary OCR notes reference a postmaster at a Montgomery County location. Named individuals and precise place details are unclear in the readable text.
Reported incidents of pocketing at Bryan speech stirred locals as crowds gathered at the City Hotel and Poplar Terrace. Bryan’s arrival delayed, private car moved, and a special train left late amid platform repairs and walkways torn up.
The will of Upton Clopper, filed for probate in Hagerstown, lists bequests to churches and charitable and educational institutions. In Cumberland John Dickey died after being struck by a train near Cumberland, his legs mangled. Ex Sheriff J Frank Oldfield and Clarence Oldfield fined at Ellicotts City for assault linked to political meeting trouble. Chief Boatswain Hill lectured on the battle of Santiago in Annapolis praising Admiral Schley's order for the Brooklyn's loot. Harry Boulden of Elkton convicted of felonious assault on his daughter. jury recommended mercy. Nine Confederate soldiers buried in a new Rose Hill vault Cumberland built by James Breathed Camp, UCV. Immigration Commissioner Powderly, former Grand Secretary Litchman, and Hon. George A. Paarra spoke at Lonaconing meeting.
Teachers of Walkersville and nearby districts met on Saturday October 20 for talks on teaching topics. The program included music and recitations. A second meeting was planned for Saturday November 24 with officials elected: Chairman S. O. Stull Vice Chairman Russell Alexander Secretary Bertha Grabill Treasurer R. G. Harley.
Dr B Glen Leech daughter Rev Dr Leech former M E church pastor was badly hurt recent days in Washington while bridleing horses. A wagon followed too close frightening the animal causing a sharp trot. He was dragged a block then fell with wheel on his leg. Hoof struck head leaving deep gash and ribs fractured. He is suffering greatly from injuries.
Donation Day at the Home for the Aged invites friends and patrons to visit and exchange greetings with residents and staff. The Home is nine years established and Frederick expresses pride in the institution. Dr J N Simpers recovering from blood poisoning after autopsy and plans surgery including amputation of his little finger at Maryland General Hospital in Baltimore.
The Postoffice Department accepts Wim Schnaufer’s proposal to lease a room for the post office at Brunswick Street. Annual rent is $200 for five years starting January 15, 191. A new building will be erected across from the bank on Calvey property. Calvey will furnish furniture and fixtures.
Market notice from local mart lists today’s quotes for corn at 9.95 per barrel, hay price 2.12, and other unclear items. The fragment includes names and units but is corrupted, leaving incomplete product details and prices.
A Washington newspaper special describes Frederick as a thriving Maryland city in Frederick County with a 6,000 resident base and 10,000 surrounding population. It highlights early settlement, strong German and Scots origins, modern improvements, water supply, arc lighting, and a 14 mile Frederick to Myersville railroad. The piece notes housing rentals from 18 to 130 dollars yearly, prominent factories like Monocacy Valley, Palmetto Fibre, and Union Manufacturing, rail access to Baltimore Washington Philadelphia and New York, and a welcoming civic spirit.
Millinery openings flood the scene with winter berets and decorative trims. Display by Mrs Heise and Miss Griffith draws attention to new headwear trends as the Blamenauer Company and Doll Outliners plan receptions and fashion windows glow with floral decor. An incident at Middletown marks a Lutheran synod closing with thanks to senior pastors and a farewell from President Zimmerman.
The late Secretary Sherman served in President Hayes's cabinet with Hon. George W. McCrary of Iowa, brother of Mrs. W. C. Boteler of this place. The two remained close friends throughout life.
A Young Men’s Democratic Club meeting is planned for Friday October 26 at Junior Hall with prominent speakers. Oyster supper and fair run Thursday Friday and Saturday nights October 25 26 27 1900 in Manor Hall Doubs Md by ladies. Includes frog legs and oysters and special attraction each night. Also local ads for eye ear nose throat practice and eyewear fittings.
Lee Mullinx promotes custom window shades in Wixpow Smanes. Offers various sizes colors and finishes with fast made-to-order service. Claims care and painstaking craftsmanship and invites trial orders to satisfy large demands. Also advertises carpet wall paper and curtain house services.
A vintage advertisement highlights hosiery and dress trimmings from Neidig and Miller. It touts 32 inch socks at low prices, fur departments, collars, and ostrich accents, plus Velvets and Black Satin Duchess. Also mentions a cough remedy and The Picture Rooms in the rear.
At the semi annual session Rev E T Holfenstain formerly of Shia county rector of St Johns church Ellicott City was appointed arch con.
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