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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Sep 02, 1897
Page
3
The twelve page mammoth issue showcases local news, features, and departments including The Girl About Town and The Margin Scribe. It markets Benjamin Northrops new serial When the Emperor Died and notes growing advertiser interest as a sign of local prosperity with copies at three cents or $1 annually.
Miss Graste Ebert of near the city visits Creagerstown. Edward P. Seeger returns from several years in Colorado. Harry Deriavaugh and Stanley Young left for Waynesboro to attend the cantennist. Weler Anderson returns from Philadelphia Baltimore and York, Pa. Roy Phebus of Baltimore comes to Frederick Saturday night and returns Sunday evening. Mrs J Compher returns home after visiting Point of Rocks with her nieces Miss Gracie Ebert.
Dr R H Edwards died at his Leesburg residence aged 84. Jefferson Medical College graduate, former surgeon in the Eighth Virginia Regiment and surgeon in chief of Gernett's Brigade, survived by three children. His son Will Edwards was killed at Trevilian Station. Also noted is the death of Mrs Jennie Suman, 65, of heart disease while visiting in Boonsboro, Washington County.
A breezy musical farce titled One of the Best A Breezy Time will be seen at the City Opera House Tuesday evening. The production promises top talent, modern American and English music, and superb costumes and scenery to attract audiences and encourage word of mouth.
Registration occurs on September 28 and October 5 as the only two registration days this year. Ninwera per BRbHivVE.
The Baltimore political scene shifts as Theodore Marburg withdraws from the mayoralty contest. Wellington withdraws endorsement of Dr Tuck while Frederick county GOP activity heats up over delegations and a proposed county system. Wellington seeks Gage’s views on federal appointments as negotiations unfold.
The Baltimore and Ohio Southern posted rapid patch freight runs in the past week. Two trains, one at 732 tons and another at 743 tons, moved from Cincinnati to Parkersburg 200 miles in eight hours three minutes and eight hours four minutes. The St Louis to Cincinnati leg covering 119 miles took sixteen hours. Despite grades over one percent, the performance ranks with the best on record.
Baltimore and Ohio passenger trains have been running late due to heavy travel and baggage transfers. The exit rush in the express business disrupted schedules and caused delays.
The article describes the approach of Rosh Hashanah, noting dates in September, the Shofar blast, temple rites, and choir music. It covers the Ten Days of Repentance leading to Yom Kippur, fasting practices, synagogue prayers, memorial offerings for the dead, and Friday consolations for mourners. It also details public readings, prayers, and the final ram’s horn blast with the declaration The Lord is God.
Regular Sunday afternoon gatherings for men will resume at 339 next Sunday with a more helpful format. Changes to the English department of the night school split Monday evenings to arithmetic, Tuesday to American history using It 58 reader and speller, with English exercises and written or oral summaries. Thursday evenings focus on grammar. Two divisions exist: elementary for first-year students and advanced for second-year students aiming to pass the affiliated exam by the International Committee of the MCCG.
The anrust state convention of the Women's Christian Temperance Union will begin on South Gay street near Baltimore street in Baltimore on Tuesday November 29 for two days. Delegates will be elected to attend the national convention while WCTU events run alongside the regular work. The meeting coincides with the global temperance gathering planned for Toronto later in the year.
A theft from a bureau at Air. Lease on South Street prompted police inquiry. A colored servant was suspected after a note threatened future violence if work was refused. A thorough search found the note aimed at Mr Lease, manager at the breath works, and investigators aim to identify the guilty party.
Engineer Swope and Engineer Joan Swope of the Pennsylvania Railroad Company suffered injuries yesterday at their East Sixth Street home. A frayed crack down cellar steps caused a trip when a shoe toe caught, sending him to the bottom step and tearing the crack, with a painful cut to his right hand requiring medical dressing.
Frederick county residents flock to Braddock Heights for private picnics and outdoor leisure as the new rail link enhances access. Knights of Pythias and the Monument Association plan events, including a Maryland Day observance with a special car trip and a late return. Local farmers’ picnics are urged for September 14, while older resorts fade in popularity as Braddock Heights offers broader summer joys near Monocacy River.
The Western Maryland championship hinges on Monday as the home team, featuring Gillinger Brnet Grove Bbenhauer Bennet Bizety Nuez Ritchie and Greenwald, hosts Hagerstown for two games at 2 and 4 PM. Tickets are 25 cents, ladies free, and both games could be stepped for one admin 2.01.
At a business Epworth League meeting last night Miss Namnie Young was elected vice president following the resignation of Mrs Wm Main who was thanked for her faithful service.
Frank Herr declined the nomination for county clerk on the prohibition ticket. Calvin Chew was appointed to fill the vacancy. Wesley Daviser declined the nomination for the House of Delegates on the same ticket. William Hood of Mt. Airy was designated to fill the vacant seat.
Two Mormon elders conducted a house to house canvass in Liberty and nearby areas carrying knapsacks and traveling on foot. They reported making no converts, held no services, and distributed circulars labeled as a “Letter Day Santa.”
Fragmentary report describes a farmer John E Price near Frederics known as Mont Rant cultivating wheat with yields of 20 baskets per acre and 21 baskets per acre. Disjointed lines mention Ayvey Shark and Jvey Shark returning with money from a wheat case and a claim of seeking employment.
Patrons will enjoy a refreshed venue at the City Opera House as the stage is fully redesigned and the house receives a complete set of new lighting and sound systems. The venue now sports a snap to date condition, promising improved seating and better sightlines for all performances.
Mc W A Brown of Braddock sent a mammoth specimen of nutmeg cantaloupe to Tas News today. He says it was deliciously sweet and fair. He reports a large crop this season and that the melons are now being marketed.
Friends of Mr Wo B Grimez of Johnsville District plan to nominate him at the Republican county convention. Frederick County Agricultural Society hosts with Rockville Fair Association guests at the Montgomery county fair. Frederick City Eclectic Orchestra travels to Shepherdstown West Virginia for a dance tonight. Hood’s Sarsaparilla advertised as a blood purifier and health booster.
Mrs Emms Ridgely of Park Mills with her father filed an assault writ against Albert Dixon before Magistrate Whitsley in Frederick County. Ridgely says Dixon assaulted her Monday in the woods, grabbed her, and tried to choke her. Dixon bound over for $800 at a Friday hearing.
Edward Furry of Johneville, riding a buggy, collided with a stranger’s vehicle on a Thursday night. Both carriages tangled near Monshaar's feed store Libarty, with the horses breaking loose. Furry seized the stranger’s horse to avert a possible fatal crash. The buggy suffered damage while the other vehicle drove off after a brief pause.
Announcement urges customers to request samples of patterned silks and colored dress goods. It notes that recent arrivals surpass all prior efforts and invites residents to obtain samples, especially those not living in the city.
Taxes on mortgages were due yesterday and eight percent of mortgage income is the levy. Some owners have already paid with no objection to settlements of indebtedness to the treasury, drawing attention at the county tax collector and county commissioners offices. The exact revenue impact is hard to estimate as new tax discoveries appear daily.
T L Stem a freight brake man from Esbillacville was pinned between cars at Edgemont and transported to the hospital. Mrs. William A Weller of West Washington Street Hagerstown provided details of the incident and the location.
A handsome two story brick residence is being built for Brother David S. Rice on East 4th Street. The construction activity is underway with framing and brickwork in progress and no delays reported.
The regular meeting of Buzpan Chapter No. 9 will be held Friday September 3 at 7 30 p m with request for full attendance. Emma R Gittinger secretary notes an upcoming Sunday excursion to Baltimore by B and O R K offering a popular low rate trip September 6 to visit monuments and suburban resorts with direct electric cars from Camden Station to several Park and resort areas.
Hanover Pa September 7 to 10 fair dates. Pennsylvania Beverage Company offers excursion tickets at reduced rates September 6 to 10. From Frederick City Lancaster and intermediate stations travel via special train December 9 to York and intermediate stations. Through service from Hanover departs 6:10 p.m. with regular train at 2:15 p.m. to Taneytown.
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Local notice announces a trial of a Deering corn harvester at the Hargett farm located about one mile east of the city on Saturday September 4 starting at 9 a.m. Everyone is invited to attend and observe the daylong event.
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