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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Oct 25, 1900
Page
4
In this clipped historical note, Tris Dave reflects on events dated October 23, highlighting figures and moments from the era. The brief entry mentions notable names and a solemn tally of deaths, naming several individuals associated with notable professions and reputations of history.
Fragmentary OCR notes show references to Central Committees and W. C. Keller with uncertain context, indicating a political or organizational discussion. The readable bits point to internal committee matters and potential leadership names without clear dates or events.
A fragmentary list outlines special pro tamia premiums awarded at the late fair to numerous individuals and merchants. Names include J. C. Huffer, Arlen Spumbine, Fantle Branger, and many others with items such as pratt food, bric a brac, linen embroidery, clothing, seeds, cigars, and household goods. The document preserves a diverse slate of awards across textiles, foods, crafts, and agricultural products.
A Democratic rally drew large crowds in Middletown with speakers Major Lintiy and Fortex of Washington. Col Pearre planned stops in Emmitsburg Frederick Thormont and Brunswick with Gen Woodford, while Senator Wellington predicted Bryan's victory and a Maryland Democratic majority. Bets lined up over McKinley in Maryland as campaigns push through Baltimore region.
The Potomac Synod of the Reformed church organized at Mesemeburg Pennsylvania yesterday by electing officers for the coming year. President Sev Lamia Robb of Altoona, Viergewaidemt Rev 4.8 Weber of Baltheeys, Ma, corresponding secretary Rev MH Apple of York Pa, clerk Rev ved Rupley Sr of Reading Pa. Also present Rev Dr W O Schneller of Ghamben burg and Rev E G Kegs of Way qesbdero.
Wim Mitchell charged with assaulting William Smith and Diamond with intent. $200 bail set and remanded to await grand jury. George Diggs found guilty of disorderly conduct and fined $1. James Sylvester jailed by Eckstein and released to depart immediately. Charles Wilson struck in head with a beer bottle and hospitalized. Eckstein remanded him to Monterse Hospital.
Miss Lonize Potts visited friends in Nia and Ida Cunningham in Minnesota. Paton C A Makers Ket Oberck street spends time with Philadelphia friends. Maud Forthman of a college group has returned from Wapimaders Pennsylvania after visiting her parents.
Page lists numerous real estate transfers in Frederick county, marriage licenses, and guardianships from the Circuit and Orphans' Courts for the week ending October 24. Names include W. Dorey, Frederick Jamis, James T. D Sargee, Mary G. Morningstay, J.M. Rive, Daniel Jones, Eli Brandenber, Mary H. Hightswan, T. M. Biser, and others. Also notes many sales to Maryland Excelsior Company, and first entries of wills and guardianship grants. Obvious pattern shows real estate, mortgage-like transfers, and multiple marriages. Public notices conclude with local theater listings and University Extension plans.
Horace W Clarke superintendent of Mobile and Ohio Railroad has had his jurisdiction extended from St Louis to Cairo through Oakalonia Mississippi His division now runs through Illinois Kentucky Tennessee and Mississippi with over 400 miles under his supervision His friends congratulate him on his promotion.
Thomas, a popular Yueng resident, and Minnie Lorraine Buckey of Rochester Mills were married at St. Pauls Reformed church Union Bridge by Rev. E L McLean. The ceremony featured Miss Mary Repp at the organ and a reception at the bride’s parents home. Afterward the couple left for a wedding tour to Philadelphia Atlantic City and New York. They will reside at 61 East Third Street upon return.
Reports from Towson to Berlin summarize legal actions and incidents including a head of trust filing for creditors, a memorial window at St Anns Church in Annapolis for George Hawkins Williams, and the 26th annual Maryland State Homeopathic Medical Society meeting in Baltimore. Also noted are a fatal electrocution of Harry A White, a Cumberland murder inquiry involving Edward O Neill, a challenged railroad trespass case by B Scott Boorhan, and Cherry Hill Elkton and Chesapeake City Electric Railway funding without state aid. Patrick O Shea dies after a train crush injury in Cumberland. William Jennings Bryan ends Maryland tour at Berlin then crosses into Delaware.
Funeral of Mrs Frank Drole held at home on East street officiated by Rev I Freeman Dixon with many floral tributes. interment at Mt Olivet cemetery. Death of Mormon Elder Rev S E Hale in Potomac Montgomery County aged 22. remains shipped for burial. Widow Elizabeth Highbarger buried in walnut coffin made by husband. Mayor Schindel notes trolley line idea from Douglass Bros not abandoned. Auctions set for tomorrow at 28 West Seventh Street and 58 South Market Street for household items and tools.
Superintendent of Streets Mantz reports a new floor being laid on the east side of the South Market street bridge over Carroll creek. Old joists and rafters were found rotten. Marriage License Granted In Washington to George F. Onhitt of Frederick and Clare Baker.
A special dispatch from Indua Head reports an explosion in a housing area at the proving ground. No injuries were announced, and details remain scarce. In other news German marines claim heavy casualties in fighting near the coast.
John F Gardner a well known resident of Taneytown Md died Sunday evening October 2 after a few days illness His remains were taken to Taneytown and the funeral held from his home Tuesday morning Services were at St Josephs Catholic Church with Rev B J Linnon and Rev T D Mead Pallbearers Dante Fair Lewis Hemiar Geo A Arnold and E K Beaver Interment at St Josephs cemetery He leaves a widow and several children several of whom reside nearby He was a member of Sr Aloysius Beneficial Society Littlestown Pa The funeral drew many relatives and friends also noted is Mrs Harriet J Smith who died at Araby Md aged 77 years 4 months and a day Her funeral will be Saturday from Araby to Walkerabls Shiloh Methodist Church Interment Shiloh cemetery Also mentioned is Wm J Cook who died at his home in Iosatrset aged 45 His funeral at Asbury M E Church and interment at Greenmount cemetery Robert Burgee Civil War veteran died at Mrs Kittis Hate residence West All Saints Street of a 7 year illness The funeral was held this afternoon
Notice to Democrats announces a meeting of the Young Men's Democratic Club at Democratic headquarters with prominent speakers set for Friday October 26 at o'clock p m. Attendees will march to the hall from the headquarters. Roeen Woop is president and Roger Ritchie secretary.
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