Chestnuts Dying From Blight Cited In Maryland
The chestnut crop is nearly vanished across Frederick County and surrounding areas due to a devastating blight. At the tenth annual Nut Growers Association convention in Washington, discussion noted efforts to breed blight resistant stock using Japanese chestnuts and chinquapin. Some hope exists for future varieties, but native chestnut trees and groves may not return to former abundance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frederick
Washington
Maryland
Walters
Department of Agriculture
Emaryland
Mitiona
Remarkable letter on constitutional respect and Valstéad Act
A mangled excerpt discusses William J. Grove of Linio Wilson, praising a writer of letters and tinkering. The text argues the enactment of the Valstéad Act bears on constitutional rights, noting astonishment at the reception and questioning adherence to law and decorum.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William J. Grove
Linio
Wilson
Mal
Tinker
Valstéad
Frederick crowd prompts traffic switch debate in 1920 commentary
In Frederick readers respond to yesterday's large crowd at the fair grounds. Several farmers and officials praise turnout while critiquing war-time policy and urging support for veterans, economy, and national unity amid postwar questions.
Twenty years ago today visiting notes from local events
Twenty years ago today reports recall pension increases and the relocation of Saint Mary Louise Pelatier to Visitation Convent in Abington. Republican mass meetings drew speakers at Jefferson, Woodshoro, and nearby towns with names such as Mikey Gourner, Wm. Oo Smith, George W. Crum, and Harry Chapling among others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Mary Louise Pelatier
Jefferson
Woodshoro
Braidock
Tie
Arere
Mikéy Go Urner
Smith
Géorge
W. Crum
Hammond Urner
Harry Chapling
John Mumford
Purely Personal Wedding and Visiting Notes From City
A jumble of names notes marriages and visits. Philip Ritchie Wine and others return from trips. Baltimore and Washington residents visit local families. students from Georgetown University Maryland and the University of Maryland are listed with host homes and hosts. Also included are a long poem about an Autumn Lady.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philip Ritchie
Stanton ‘Talbot
Baltimore
Amon Burgés
Thia‘alty
George Nunsbaum
Washlig
Frederick ‘Frazier
Washington
Charles “E. Zellers, Jr
Mra
Rhodes R. Kemp
P. Hartshorn
Carroll H. Philips
Maryland
John Moran
University
Frederick
R. J. Paganucci
Mosara
Donald
Malcolm Watking
University of Maryland
Mt. Airy
Fred. Darkis
Grafton Wallis
Albert Walls
West Third Street
Leia Neidlandt
Fargo
North Dakota
Carl Lease
Walter Duvall
Austin James
East Churcht Street
Earl Mossberg
D. C
Lime iKitn
Henry B. Knock
Los Angeles
Cal
Knock
William Lamar
Rockville
Leong Biser
Norfolk
Berg
Meredith Staub
Greenboro
N.C
FV. Staub
Ray F. Rohrer
Hageratown
John C. Motter
Morrisburg
Motter
Ar. Ang
John B. Ewell
W. Neidhardt
Nalthnoxe
Vind remedy touted as tissue builder for strength
An old notice extols Vind as a tonic to combat influenza and nervous weakness, claiming it rebuilds blood, liver tissue, and vitality. It is described as improving appetite, circulation, and nerve and muscle strength, with many residents reportedly benefiting.
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Grippe
Blue Ridge League Moguls Meet October 26
The Blue Ridge League Moguls plan a meeting October 24 at the Conococheague Club in Hagerstown to close the year’s business. Representatives from Hagerstown Frederick Waynesboro Martinsburg Chambersburg and Hanover may attend. Officials note deposits will be refunded and finances reviewed, with about 2000 to 3000 dollars in the Frederick club treasury.
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Blue Ridge
Legga
J. W. Jamison
Conococheague Club
Hangers
League
Hagerstown
Frederick Waynesboro
Martinsburg
Chambersburg
Hanover
C. P Goodell
Frederick
Ft da
Treasurs
Marriage Licenses in Maryland and Nearby States Recorded
A list of marriage license notices from diverse counties including Montgomery and Washington in Maryland and nearby states. Entries name ages, residences, and spouses such as Manrica Crum and Grace Staley. William Lyles and Helen At Rove. John Renner and Glatyasc Trish. and others, with some widower and divorce statuses noted.
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Manrica
D. Crum
Liberty
Grace
Staley
Walkersville
William H. Lyles
Damascus
Montgomery County
Helen
Rove
Ridgeville
John L. Renner
Qeitestelle Pa
Glatyasc
Trish
Hanover Fa
Frederick Cotillion Club Dance At Armory Impresses Guests
The Frederick Cotillion Club hosted a dance at the Frederick Armory as part of the county fair festivities drawing out of town guests from Washington, Baltimore, Hagerstown, Philadelphia, New York and more. Music by Fisher's Orchestra guided guests through a well decorated social event, with patronesses and committee members listed for this long standing county fair tradition. Cocoaons production and fair growth are noted, highlighting the event as a premier social feature.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Baltimore
Hagerstown
Philadelphia
New York
Frederick
D. Charles Winebrower
John Francis Smith
Charles W Ross
J. Aileine Williamson
Ernest’ Helfenstein
Samuce
Grafform Duvall
Charles B. Trail
John M. ‘Roberts
T. Poole Jones
Thomas B. Hayward
Jaméex
H. Gambrill
Ernest Helfenstein
Zine Man Seeks Vote On Fair's Big Day
A chaotic scrape of notes shows candidates at a county fair with Congressman Zihimun, Republican, and State Senator Frank Wilmish, Democrat, seeking support. Willmish, praised as a strong campaigner, drew large crowds and emphasized Western Maryland encouragement and GOP prospects. Weller, a Republican senator candidate, mingled with supporters while various party figures shuffled through grandstand crowds and women’s headquarters. An injury report notes A M Thomas, a Knoxville farmer, falling through a mow and sustaining shoulder and arm injuries.
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Zihimun
Frank WiMish
Jin
Washington County
O. EB. Weller
United
Zihlinah
Wom N
Women’s Headquarters
Maryland
Eet
Vicks
William J. Grove
Connecion
Congressional
Cor
League of Nations
Chas MM. Conley
Thomas
Knoxville
Dreco advertised relief for failing health in Cumberland ad
Mrs. Ella Shaw touts Dreco for her husband who she says had six years of poor digestion, gas pressure on the heart, weak kidneys, and back pain. After taking Dreco once weekly, she claims he improved quickly, now sleeps well, has a normal appetite, and no more heart strain. The pill is sold by Pearre's Modern Pharmacy in Frederick.
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Ella Shaw
Maryland Ave
Cumberland
Draco
Origpists
Frederick
Pearre
Sale of Charlotte J. Coblentz property at residence
Public sale of the personal property of Charlotte J. Coblentz at her Middletown residence Ald, October 20, 1920. Sale begins 10 A M featuring household articles including bedroom furniture, beds, rockers, couches, curtains, floor matting, and related items.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charlotte J. Coblentz
K. Maln Sty
Middletown
Ald
J. J. Culler
Peter Thomas
Mass Meeting Arrangements at City Opera House
The City Opera House will host a mass meeting likely led by a woman Democrat. All seats are free except balcony reserved for ladies, with first floor seating for Indies. The program includes speakers, orchestra, and the firing of the Zun by Democrats. An adjacent meeting occurs in Brunswick the same night. The election follows on Tuesday.
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Centra
Zun
Mpai
AL Nidss
Brunswick
Place
Fredérick
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John H. Stull
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Deniceratte
New Market
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Becher
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Galleys
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Ryland
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John H. Davies, Jr
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Chambernburg
I . Roberts
Behmer
Alberta Sharp
Lettix
Stanley Delauder
Loln Banchley
M Burktutsville
Arthur C. ‘Béard
Chenaville
Washington ‘County
Elya E. Cline
John Winn
Dorsey
West Friend
Clara Mae Ripley
Wood‘ping
Robert A. “Smith
Louise Ja. Birkle
Washington, D. C
Marl Chester ‘Grove
Emma Ran Wiard
Lorettaville
William Frazier
Martha Frazier
Point of Rocks
Russell James Virta
Adalrene Rily
Lovettsville, Va
Clyde J. Bentz
Ilottie K. Kauffman
Legore
C . Amos McKinley Craft
Katherine Noam Lease
York
Bear Creek
Lucy Latnoy
Hangerstown
Cuiore
Wiliams. Marton
Lend Zomba
Berryville
Clarke County
A .m. H. Angell
Margaret Tackson
Fredortck
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Alan
Herbert Porter
Wm. W.turner
Wenner Street
Jacob H. Frey
Dickens
Dreco
Axminster
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Executrix
Wiliam E. Darner
Aldlamstown
T. Stupp
J. J. Cullen
He . EE Darner
Everhart
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Dutrow
JW Bustard
F. de Covell
South St
Monte
Patrick
Tha Bend
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National Bank
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Pritike Alexander
Senne Carresererere
Faily
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Conkey. Construction Co
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Palace of Music
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Buffalo
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Sarneeville
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