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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Sep 02, 1895
Page
4
On September 2 The Daily News recounts historical events and notable figures from the era, noting weather observations from the Weather Bureau and forecasts for various regions. The report mentions atmospheric developments along the Atlantic seaboard and implies cooler conditions inland with warm spells in the Northwest.
Elktos of West Virginia donates 150 to aid Confederate veterans home. Westminster street fowls are lured by electric lights at night. Bo aided marches titled King Cotton March announced for Cotton States Exposition. Florists sell 30 million roses and 15 million carnations yearly with 1.5 million in profit. Shepherdstown Cornet Band to disband. In 1882 wheat cost 324 bushels for a self binding reaper. a better model costs 187 bushels now. Timonium Fair opens September 17 with Lowndes Day Horst Day and Levering Day. Miss Vernon private school on West Third St to reopen Monday. Oyster season waning as chilly weather returns. Junior Steam Fire Engine Company meets this evening at six. Thirteen Baltimore wheelmen rode to Frederick and visited City Hotel.
The Circuit Court began its August term with the criminal docket. The first case involved George Cardao Gardno, a tramp umbrella mender, charged with attempting to assault an eight year old girl near Emmitsburg several weeks ago. He appeared in court after jail time and looked distressed.
A list of remaining advertised letters at the Frederick City post office dated Saturday August 11. Names include Guat tuez s Lige Vinesnt Bord, Wo Jackson, Daniell, Rime, H J Lane, Jona tan, spencer Pratties and several Misses and Mrs. Magee. The note also mentions four Ellicott City wheelmen Albert Kern Thomas E Brien George A McCauley who traveled to Pen Mar by rail and returned by way of Hagerstown and Frederick arriving home early Tuesday morning.
Tonight an open air concert by Brigade No 2 of A Breesy will be held on the south side of City Opera House at o'clock. Admission is free. The event promises the best entertainment value, reflecting a local preference for affordable matinee-style performances.
A flood of short notes lists residents visiting relatives leaving for home or returning to Frederick from Baltimore Washington and nearby towns. Many individuals from West Third Street Court Square Telegraph Street and other locales are mentioned along with families from Elk Ridge Germantown Urbana and Frederick County noting departures visits and arrivals by Miss Mildred Delashmutt Miss Hoth Maskey Mr Richard Duvail Miss Daisy Anderson and numerous others including Miss Rose S Chapline.
City Horsy reports thirteen cyclists arriving from Baltimore with F D Harn and others. J J Terney and J E McLain appear from Baltimore, with EB Main and L P Beezel listed from Philadelphia. Thomas Collins arrives from Washington County, totaling nineteen.
A prominent Frederick physician delivered three baby girls within two hours from 145 to 3.45 am, each born to different families in the city. The Frederick medical community, fast expanding, may not be rivaled by Hagerstown, as the record stands for rapid local progress.
On Saturday last, Byler and Pheobus, contractors, erected a handsome fountain in the center of the new reservoir. The fountain, contracted under the old South, cost $150 and will stand as a memorial to the men who oversaw the construction of the reservoir. A similar fountain was placed in the old reservoir upon its completion.
A Frederick report circulated this morning claimed a store and dwelling owned by a man named Rice near Lewistown were destroyed by fire last night. The rumor estimated damages around 1500 dollars.
A penal fire alarm sounded Saturday evening just after ten. Several reels responded and after a brief rush few sites near North Market were returned to the engine house.
A Monday meeting outlined plans to grade and gravel the school grounds, add walks, pave the front, and install brick steps at the front entrance. Horner was elected chairman, Zimmer mose secretary, with Frank Maxe, ER Z:corgeurmas, Maj. A. Borner, and Dr. J. W. Retgk on the committee tasked to complete the improvements promptly.
About a thousand persons attended the ninth annual Sunda school reunion at Miss Young's grove near Middletown. Attendees came from across the region including Waubinglux. The American Band from Middletown and the Harmony Band provided music while Prof. Walker of Montgomery County led a select choir. Addresses were delivered by Hammond Urner, Reno Harp of Frederick, Rev. Bykes of Berkshire, and Rev. Beard of Middletown.
Miss Katie Weiner returns to Brunswick school work while Miss M M Robinson resumes at Church Street School. Lena Brandenberg opens public school at Adamstown with Mr Parrish guiding the high school. Many city and county schools begin fall term as children collect satchels and prepare for a new year. Parents urged to ensure early start and regular attendance, as today’s students become tomorrow’s citizens.
The wife of Mary Cornelia Oliver and Ann C. Spalding were admitted to probate by the court. The first and final account of Geo. R. Hood as executor of Geo. Hood, deceased, was filed and distribution made. Accounts of A. E B. Sensenbdaugh guardian to Cyrus W. and Daisy E. Bennenbaugh, and A. EB. Bencanbaugh guardian to Amy O. Bennenbaugh et al., were filed. Letters of administration were granted for the estates of Edward M. Main, deceased, and Maria Long, deceased.
Mr A D O Leary president of the Franklin Savings Bank fell in front of the National Bank in Frederick this morning. He sustained no serious injuries according to witnesses and was carried to his boarding house on West Third Street. Dr McCurdy attended the case.
Master Clarke Fagen, three, son of Mr Charles Fagan of West Patrick Street, was kicked in the chest by a young horse yesterday afternoon. The horse was struck from behind with a stick in play, causing the boy to fall unconscious briefly. He recovered considerably by this morning.
Creased maiden hair fern dominates data and bonnets as a natural leaf pressed to endure. New wing arrangements flank sailor bats, standing up with kilt-pleated chiffon framing them. Honeysuckle remains a favored flower, complemented by durable crinoline lace in black and jet-spangled designs.
Congressman Lloyd Lowndes and George L Wellington joined Judge Louis Blac- Comas and others for a weekend in Taneytown Carroll County hosted by Harry M Clabaugh. Lowndes spoke Saturday night and traveled to Baltimore on Sunday as Carroll County residents offered enthusiastic receptions and calls of respect.
This year's pesch crop in Washington county promises to be highly remunerative with a good crop and strong market. Last year a dearth of fruit reduced value and the prior year’s crop suffered from a flooded market. Cargo shipments from various points occurred daily last week.
A barn on the Chasley Barnesley farm near Montgomery County was struck by lightning during a Saturday thunderstorm and burned to the ground with its contents. The loss includes several hundred bushels of wheat and farming equipment, a large stack of straw, totaling about 1500 dollars, partly covered by insurance.
News briefs report Republican primaries in Caroline County, a Mormon conference in Allegany, and various local events. Reports mention coal coinage at Cherry Run, a proposed town hall building in Wearmi nstar, an affray in Sykesville Carroll County, a Beagle attack in Elkton, and a storefront fire in Annapolis. Also noted are the Half Century celebration by the Harness Makers at Havre de Grace and the Baltimore District AME convention planning next year in Pocomoke City.
Boston conclave of Knights Templars draws vast crowds and a grand parade. Three million dollars in visitor spend, choirs singing Onward Christian Soldiers My Maryland and The Star Spangled Banner charm spectators. Funeral notices for Miss Beatrice Birga, William Leonard Jamieson, Margaret Bast, Mrs Sarah Bopat and others listed with services and interment details. Accident reports include Lorenzo Lighter family setback and buggy wheel theft. Braddock Heights gathering described. Prohibition party nominating convention set for September in Frederick. Modern Beauty advice highlights diet and exercise with Syrup of Figs as cleansing remedy.
The September Cosmopolitan showcases Doyle, Borensen, and Clark Russell among story tellers with a feature on Dr. Parkman by Professor Weterer. It includes a sketch on an English dance party, Abbotsford’s descendants, and a vivid piece on the “Head of the Wonderful” with Smithsonian ties. Also includes yacht imagery, modern Utah landscapes by John A. Cockerill, and four full pages of yacht illustrations. The issue is praised as one of the magazine’s most beautifully illustrated editions.
Those who have seen the Breezy Time farce say it is the fanniest comedy of the season. Kathryn Webster shines as the charming singer and graceful actress, while E. B. Fitz delivers what he calls the part of his life in the current production.
Frederick residents receive updates on U No Remedies sales by George W H Raffley and a weather dependent Thursday evening dance in Honck’s woods. Education notices advertise Women’s College and Frederick College openings, play areas, and business courses. National Encampment rail fare to Louisville offered by Pennsylvania Railroad with round trip fares from Frederick.
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