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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Sep 04, 1920
Page
4
Fragment from the Daily News appears to list Associated Press wire service credit and publication notes. It mentions manufacturing and sabotage phrasing, with incomplete names and garbled text. The readable portion indicates standard newspaper credit lines rather than a distinct event.
The piece argues that extravagance by unmarried youths, especially young men, disrupted the economy during labor shortages. It suggests marriage prompts thrift, stabilizing finances as men take on responsibilities and reallocate spending toward essential needs.
In September a septuagenarian writes of birthday joy and thanks. She recalls August’s shower and a recent birthday celebrated by flowers cards and gifts, noting fall’s beauty and the pleasure of friendship. She closes with a light remark about cabbage.
A work crew from M. J. Grove Lime Company commenced upgrades on East Patrick Street from the Pennsylvania crossing to Carroll Creek under state supervision. Ten workers, two wagons, and a steam roller were used as crews begin grading and plan to lay concrete, with Chas P. Brosius Jr. overseeing, assisted by LeRoy Hoke.
A recent American Bar Association convention urged free legal aid bureaus for the poor to curb social unrest. It noted the Legal Aid Society of New York assisted 34 000 people last year and pressed for small fee justice. A Maryland center offering free or cheap advice was urged as a national model.
The Bryan and Stevenson Club in Walkersville elected officers with B I Jamison as President and a slate of vice presidents including Dutrow Morris Jones Stauffer Nelson Leck Sheely Beard Cramer and I H Cramer. J Graham Johnson was secretary and S J Stauffer treasurer. Addresses were given by Glenn H Worthington D Princeton Buckey and John E R Wood. The Baltimore and Ohio passenger train derailed at Frederick yard 10 59 causing traffic delays. Horace W Clarke of St Louis was hosted at the New City Hotel. An elocution class by Mrs. A S McDaniel staged a hospital ro sal. The county board awarded cement walk contract in Court House Park to W C Keller at 30 cents per square foot.
The September term of court opens Monday at 10 a.m. with a grand jury and noth jury term. Local criminal work is expected to be light, with major trials of four bank robbery and murder suspects likely in the week. State's Attorney Dawson and Anders lead prosecutions, juror selection may delay start into October. Heavy guard urged by locals amid high profile cases.
Mrs Terrence MacSweeney cables President Wilson asking him to press the British government for help for her husband, Cork Lord Mayor who is hunger striking and described as dying. MacSweeney grew weaker today.
The French High Commissioner Gouraud proclaimed the new State of Lebanon at Beirut on September 1. The report notes property purchases near Shookstown, including a 22 acre farm sold by Buys Property Near Shookstown to Randolph Hildebrand of Johnstown PA with possession on October 1. Also described is a novelty potato titled Teddy Bear exhibited at The News-West offices by John E Phlieger, noted for its bear like appearance and displayed in Shepherd's cigar store window.
The Inquiring Reporter canvasses Frederick residents on a possible annual Chautauqua. Frank Sappington and Ware Hall Etchison praise its educational value and Swarthmore circuit potential. James Cramer Rev E Hummelba ур gh Slagle urge return, viewing it as a lasting educational and entertainment feature for the public.
A long reflective essay extols travel as a universal bridge between peoples and places. The author, a devoted reader and map collector, argues Americans as a nation of travelers must explore both domestic wonders and distant lands to truly understand the world and their own country.
Auction notice listing parlor chairs tables settees and bedroom furniture including walnut and mahogany pieces plus kitchen ware and decor. Terms offer six month credit on sums over ten dollars with note and security, under ten dollars cash only, removal after terms met. Auctioneers listed as Mrs Clinton W Adams W E Darner with John Bowlus as clerk.
A printers wedding occurred last night in Hagerstown as Miss Louise Davis, daughter of J Frank Davis of the News Post, married Lawrence E Bentz a linotype operator from this city who also worked for the News Post. The ceremony was at 630 pm performed by Rev Conrad Clever with Roxanna White as bridesmaid and George H Morgan as best man. The couple will return to this city after their wedding trip.
Miss Charlotte M Stockman daughter of Mr and Mrs David R Stockman and Mr John W Droneburg were married at Edgewood on September 2. Rev George S Uhler conducted the ring ceremony. Attendants were Misses Margaret and Pearl Stockman. The bride wore white Beorgette crepe and carried a bouquet of bride's roses. The couple plan farming in McKaig and New Windsor will host a dinner for guests.
Local society notes list Misses Eleanor Elworthy Jana Garrett and Nina Blumenauer visiting Baltimore Washington Philadelphia and Atlantic City. Other acquaintances travel from My Lady's Manor Md to Newport News Va and Emmitsburg Brunswick and More jurors are drawn. An advertisement promotes Foley's Honey and Tar for coughs and colds with a testimonial from Mrs. Pluimers Passaic N J.
Lost items include a 30x2 1 8 cord tire from Louisville Kentucky and a black pocketbook with only one-dollar bills. Reward offered. return to News-Post or Quake. city dyeing and cleaning on North Market listed with contact details.
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