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News

Location

Frederick, Maryland, United States of America

Date

Oct 31, 1911

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2

Halloween Eve Fetes Spark Hallowe'en Revelry With Omens Old

Community observes Hallowe'en with outdoor revelry and safety measures as officials warn against rowdy pranks. Superstitions of love fortunes and prophetic games fill the night, with Miss Beatrice Shade hosting a party at 1 East Third Street. Attendees include Miss Margaretta Hershberger Rebecca Ender Helen Ordeman Beatrice Shade Ned McLane Charles Barton Edgar Daniela George Morgan.

Thorn Majetta Hershberger Rebecca Ender Helen Ordeman Beatrice Shade Ned McLane Charles Barton Edgar Daniela George Morgan

Demand for Art in Kansas Rural Schools Sparks Proposal

A proposed Kansas art commission could select copies of famous paintings to hang in country schoolhouses. Teachers and patrons urge better art education, arguing upgrades would benefit students beyond routine lessons. Kansas selects textbooks via a commission and would allow school directors to choose a few prints for each school.

Kansas Hildren Kansas

Services at P. E. Church Tomorrow Observed

Tomorrow at ten o clock all communion will be celebrated at All Saints P B church with Rev Douglass Hoot as rector. The Alms Basin donated by Frederick Chapter D A R for the late Rev Dr Ingle will be used for the first time, a brass basin designed by J R Lamb of New York. Local D A R members are invited to attend en masse.

P. E. Church All Saints P. B. Church Douglass Hoot New York

Leaves For Washington After Motorcycle Crash

Eugene Hogle of Gallaudet College Washington D C injured when his motorcycle struck a telephone pole at the jug bridge on Sunday. He has been at City Hospital and has improved considerably, leaving for Washington this afternoon at four o'clock.

Eugene Hogle Gallaudet College Washington D. C Jug Bridge City Hospital

Tag Day Proceeds Near $250 Says Organizer

Mrs. S Lewis Motter stated today that not all Tag Day proceeds are in yet but she expects about $250 to be realized. The report notes early totals and plans for final accounting by the organizing committee.

S Lewis Motter

Tense Edicts Offer Concessions to We Rebels in Imperial Court

Special dispatch from Peking reports terror in the imperial court as a long series of edicts offers radical concessions to the We rebels. The rebels are placed on an equal footing with princes, provoking fear of mass massacre among bowl sides and officials.

Peking Imperial

Taft Visit Disrupted by Rain Interferes with Safety Talks

Pittsburgh on Oct 31 reports Taft's visit disrupted by rain interfering with views on mine Congress and early tests of safety appliances.

Pittsburgh Taft Congress

Peace Not Yet in Sight in Traly Mediation Breakoff

Special dispatch reports that Constantinople informs powers that all avenues for mediation with Traly have been broken off, signaling stalled talks and unclear prospects for peace.

Constantinople

Arguments Heard In Tobarre Trust Dissolution Case

Federal judge in New York on October 31 heard arguments from groups of stockholders in Tobarre Trust dissolution. The case centers on governance and asset division amid efforts to winding up the trust.

the News New York Po M Tobarre Trust

Laughter and virtue in a Puritan world view

A reflective piece argues laughter signals a healthy soul and benevolent humor opposes stern puritanical zeal. It cites Goethe and Sterne to claim humor lengthens life, while warning against those who deny joy as a form of virtue and reason.

Douglas Jerrold Brutus Goethe Titus

Funerals Conducted For Local Residents In City

Mary F. Lewis died recently with services led by Reverend Er. The pallbearers included Christ. Wilson Guy Al ingom ar Albaugh Wilson Ney and Frank Staley. Interment was at Mt. Olivet. Cornelius Murdock aged 80 died in the city. Mass at St John’s Catholic Church was conducted by Rev. St Conlon with pallbearers Thomas Spencer William Hill Arthur Probee Richard Walker Frank Holland and Samuel Dimmy. Interment followed at St John’s Cemetery. Thomas P Rice served as funeral director.

Mary F. Lewis Christ. Wilson Guy al Ingomar Albaugh Wilson Ney Frank Staley Mt. Olivet Cemetery Ob Rier & “Son Cornelius Murdock Murdock Sst. John's Catholic Church St. Conlon Thomas Spencer Wiliam Hill Arthur Probee Richard Walker Frank Holland Samuel Dimmy St John’s Cemetery Thomas P Rice

Last Water Mains Arrived For City Distribution

A final consign ment of water mains has arrived to finish city distribution improvements. The delivery will be used this week and most work is expected to be completed by the latter part of next week. The pipes will be laid primarily on Water Street.

Hunters Prepare for Openers Across Frederick County

Sportmen ready for opening day as hunting laws limit daily kills of rabbits partridges pheasants woodcock and ducks. Farmers post land amid growing crowds, reports say rabbits and birds are plentiful, stores report record hunting-supply sales, and Congressman Lewis offers a free book of state game laws to interested hunters in Maryland.

Frederick Lcity Spoksmen David J. Lewis United States Union Imm Washington, DC

Men Upset From Wagon At High School Corner

Mobley Bros employees Frank Eppley Earl DeGrange and Earl Poole rode a wagon near the new Boys High School building. They attempted a sharp turn and the wagon overturned. Poole was unhurt while Eppley and DeGrange suffered bruises. DeGrange broke several bones in his left hand and landed heavily on his left side as the horse bolted briefly before being stopped.

Employes Mobley Bros Frank Eppley Earl DeGrange Earl Poole Poole Mr DeGrange Boys’ High School

Chestnut Trees Attacked Across Marsland By Fungus Threat

State Forester Besley reported at the State Board of Forestry that a spreading fungus is attacking chestnut trees in Marsland. The disease clings to branches and trunks, damages bark, and kills trees. It is believed to have originated in Europe and arrived via import routes.

Marsland Iorda Mormnae Besley State Board of For Uit Johns Hopkins University Baltimore Wight Mr Beslers Europe

Improves Calming Montonaro Injured by Explosion

Italian man Montonaro, injured by a dynamite explosion on East Fifth Street last week, continues to improve at City Hospital and expects to be discharged in a few days.

Calming Montonaro East Fifth Street Tatal

Empty Stocking Club Plans Christmas Distribution

A meeting of the Empty Stocking Association outlined plans for its annual Christmas distribution. Twelve dolls were received and four dozen were distributed to those who would dress them. four dozen more await volunteers. Frederick was divided into eight sections each with an investigating committee to identify worthy poor children who would not otherwise receive gifts. Names are dropped from the rolls when a child turns 12.

Empty Stocking Association Frederick Chilldren

Social World Pound Party at Hood Residence

A lively pound party at Mr and Mrs W C Hood Plan e No 4 featured games and a late dinner. Attendees included the Hort Hood family and many neighbors and friends, with a note that Mr John L Michael celebrated his 75th birthday on West Patrick street with quiet congratulations.

W. GC. Hood W C. Hood Wiliam Poole Della Brandenburg Clare Watkins Irene Rinby Hallie Runkles Ordean ‘Hood Nannie Miriam Etzler Edna Garttrell Wertha Pearl Spurrier Rena Watie Amy Wilson Pearl Dora Hood Lillian Renn Marie Fogle Robert John Rhoderick Howard Quynn Clyde Stoner Jefferson John Boone Edward Chaney Roy Warfield Robert Lowman William Main Charley Hillary Eddie Beatty Raymond Brandenburg Harry Brown Russell Sprecher Charley Nicholson Murray Etzler Worman Roy Hilton Daniel Thomas Harry Fleming James Grimes James Chaney Elmer Nikirk Norman Harvey Spurrier Horace Raymond Spurrier Charley Maurice Gartrell Emory Calvin Purdiwan Walter Murphy Wise Lindanes Wilson Louis Renn John L. Michael West Patrick Street

Auto engine test in Independent Hose Company shop

The Inde pendent Hose Company engine was tested this morning and ran perfectly. The trial focused on the magneto which was removed for the test after the machine was built at the plant and had been running on dry batteries due to a broken part.

Auto Engine Works Hose Company

Griffith to Manage Washington Club in 3 year Deal

Clark Griffith, formerly manager of the Cincinnati Nationals, was unanimously chosen by the Washington American League club's board to take over as manager from James McAleer. The three year contract size remains undisclosed.

Digest Indigestion in Minutes with Pape's Diapepsin

Five minute relief claim for indigestion sour stomach gas and related misery. Promises rapid digestion without discomfort and urges readers to consult a pharmacist to read the formula on the 30 cent cases. Includes cautions about misdiagnosis and suggests Chamberlains Tablets as a stomach cleanser and strengthener.

Pape

Chestnuts Rotting as Mountain Crop Overflows

Chestnuts across the mountain region are plentiful and rotting ground, with hundreds of bushels set to waste. Burrs yield six to twelve nuts, and shipments by barrel and sack move from numerous points, fueling talk that the huge crop signals a harsh winter.

Rexall Dyspepsia Tablets Claim Strong Digestive Aid

An ad from A. Williamson at North Market Street touts Rexall Dyspepsia Tablets as a dependable remedy for indigestion and chronic dyspepsia. It notes quick relief, enhances appetite and nutrition, and offers a money back guarantee if not satisfied. Three sizes priced 25 cents, 50 cents, and 1 dollar.

Rexall A. Williamson North Market Street

Public sale of Frederick bank and savings shares

By order of the Frederick County Circuit Court trustee for Agnes Castle and the Engelbrecht will, sale set for November 8 1911 at 11 am in Frederick Court House. Includes 24 shares Central National Bank Frederick 101 shares Frederick County National Bank 161 shares Farmers and Mechanics National Bank 978 in Franklin Savings 1299 in Frederickstown Savings cash terms. Auctioneer and solicitor listed.

Circuit Court Frederick County Agnes Castle Ann M Engelbrecht Court House Frederick City Maryland Central National Bank of Frederick The Frederick County National Bank of Farmers & Mechanics National Bank of Franklin Savings Bank of William M. Hardt S. Eichelberger Wm. E. Darner

Public Sale At 217 East Church Street November 2 1911

A public sale will be held at 217 East Church Street on Thursday November 2 1911 at 10 o clock in the morning. Items include parlor suit two bedroom suits Sexton Grand heater gas cook and self feeder stoves chandeliers lamps copper kettle carpets mattings rockers and other chairs two kitchen safes and cabinet glassware and many other articles. Terms cash. E Harding lease auctioneer. Oct 26 28 30 2 Norfolk Oct 77 3h.

East Church Street Harding Aoct

Public Sale Announced for November 4 at Water Street

Auctioneer R Lease lists items to be sold including a bedroom suite buffet leather couch range stove self feeder, extending tables and lamps, parlor chairs carpets rugs and bed clothing. Sale set for Saturday November 4 at 10 oclock a m cash terms. Seller E Crawford. Listing notes address 111 Water St and house contents to be liquidated.

Water St Crawford Wockssee

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