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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Oct 31, 1900
Page
4
Fragmented report notes an event near Farag and mentions Saeed of Bee Rees and Beary. Unclear specifics hinder full understanding, but references suggest regional concern and possible market impact. Further details awaited from Lat sources.
Mr. C Kaufman is in Baltimore on business. Mrs. Hershberger visits friends in Baltimore. Mr. Thomas Eckstein left for Washington. Miss Mary Worthington from Winchester. The Winters will be spent in Urbana. Mrs. Adams of West Patrick street visits relatives near Buckeystown. C L Victor Baughman leaves for New York. Mrs. Lacratia Tyler returns home from Philadelphia. Mrs. Barris Harley Miss Filler and Edward Heinlein attend the Willegy-Donkhurst wedding in Washington.
The Methodist Episcopal church ladies hosted a Hallowe'en party last evening at Hemp Hall. Jack o'lantern greeted guests from the north window as autumnal decorations and flowers brightened the hall. A cozy corner for children, tables trimmed with leaves, a music box, and a supper featuring oysters, salad, Maryland biscuits, coffee, cake, fruit, ice cream, and candy accompanied a well attended event.
Elder D Gibbons sold a 12 acre Braddock home to Mrs James Harrison for 2300 and personal property on the same day. E Cramer listed Lanish farm on Ballenger turnpike in Frederick district, 145 acres, sold to Willis Fisher for 13030. Harvey R Lease auctioned a three story house at 557 59 West Patrick Street for 4500 to H Dorsey Etchison. B B E Phoebus sold his West Patrick grocery to George Perrr.
The infant child of Mr. and Mrs Raymond Rankles died at their Mt. Airy home on October 28. Interment was held at Prospect on October 22. Lt. Lewis served as undertaker.
A large Democratic gathering on East Patrick Street featured speakers including ex Senator Newman and State Senator Rohrbach with Prof George Ed. Smith on cornet and a Dixie remake. Thomas Weeks urged trust punishment and the Kansas City and Chicago platforms, while Lloyd Wilkinson defended strong party efforts and Imperialism opposition.
A speaker denounces imperialism and the moneyed powers, praising Democratic sentiment and liberty. He faults Republicans for war and profit, cites the Sugar and Oil trusts, and warns of dangers to young men and liberty as he urges support for the Democratic ticket.
Judge Motter decided numerous registration appeals yesterday. Names ordered to be added include Robert B. Thomson in Woodville district and Charles B. Wilson in Buckeystown district, while others were dismissed or stricken. The session also covered transfers, residency questions, and a nonresident appeal for Charles Lochner. The Octo roon drew an appreciative crowd as The Ethel Dyiryn Company staged a well received performance with notable dance numbers. Milk Producers Association efforts continue with a planned meeting between the reorganization committee and bankers to chart next steps.
Arthur E. Baker and L Bry ant Hill of Baltimore drove through Hagerstown yesterday after noon en route to Frederick, having logged 2000 miles since leaving Baltimore October 12. They expected to reach home today but had not yet arrived by moon.
The Potomac Synod of the Reformed Church commends Mes Scot Survive Foreign Missions and education work at Mercerburg College and the Woman's College Frederick. It urges finances to cover a seminary deficit, notes appointing Dr. Swander as lecturer, and lists trustees for Woman's and Catawba Colleges. Apportionments include home and foreign missions and the seminary. Also reviews melodrama Lost in Egypt at New Kensington Opera House and Kensington Dispatch.
The funeral for Mrs. John Norwood, 38, who died Oct 26 of typhoid fever, was held Oct 23 at the county church. Survived by husband and five children. Rev. Enzy of Baltimore conducted the service. Bearers named. L. T. Lewis oversaw arrangements. Also note the Ramblers, Burke Brothers, and others perform at City Opera House starting Nov 5 with Lida Dexter in The Queen of the Holland Dames closing the run. An advertisement promotes Syrup of Figs from the California Fig Syrup Co.
A fragmentary column reports illnesses including Miss Gertrude Egge with diphtheria and Miss Issnogle at Bias Roads East Patrice street. James B. Glessner of Park Hotel, and Mrs WW Usbern of Third street are listed as sick. Social updates note Stovein Minh and The Mazic Club being entertained by Miss Mario Diehl on West Church Street.
A patchwork of items announces moves and sales from Tos Singer Sewing Machine Company to No 5 East Church Street with rail goods and needles, a Paris Exposition prize for G H Brac ren, and Halloween police notices. Also oysters and seafood specials, a Women’s Auxiliary meeting, Democratic County Central Committee session with Maj Little and J Newson, a plate of clam chowder, Ophthalmic appointments by Saks Optical, Republican campaign events with speakers, millinery appearances by Miss F A Smith, and fashion tailoring at 61 West Pat- Tick Street. Also Dr Wm C Boteler eye ear nose throat specialist, and a new oriental ingrain carpet at L E Moulinex.
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