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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Sep 07, 1889
Page
4
A 1989 issue lists new advertisements including a word with you Campbell and Martin Alfred Ritter and Co Site Opera House attention notices Wanted local notices first premium and special cow for sale in a small classified spread.
Steve Brodie reportedly went over Horseshoe Falls at 4 am and survived though injured with blood loss. he wore a rubber coat and cotton padding. The same issue notes weather postponements for a dancing picnic in Howard's woods and a telegraph disruption delaying market reports.
A meeting of the Independent Hos Compan held last night to arrange a Baltimore journey. About 90 uniformed members intend to go, with John Quinn as chief marshal and David H Nolle as assistant marshal. Members must pay fares to Secretary Meg by 10 tonight. Reading, drums, and banner details accompany the trip plans and dress.
A stream of social notes lists residents and guests visiting or returning home. Names include Mrs. Jane Porter of New York City Mrs. George Plankatt of West Patrick Street Mr. Morie Shawn of Doubs and others visiting Frederick from Springfield Ohio Hagerstown Baltimore and Taneytown Several travelers depart for Baltimore and Indianapolis with mentions of hosts guests and upcoming events at the Maryland Exposition and local societies.
At the Rockville fair a discretionary premium went to the Unionndry and Machine Works for stoves, recognizing their product amid competing entries. The entry reflects the fair’s emphasis on craftsmanship and industrial achievement within the local trade.
Mrs H F Shiner and Mrs Thomas Danser announce the wedding of their children in Washington. The ceremony takes place at 4 oclock at the residence of Mr W Lingtoz in Washington D C. The couple will reside with the groom’s parents on North Market Street and hold a reception Monday evening.
Prolific potatoes grown by B A Jones at Rethl's Mills yielded a large tuber this spring and a buebel was unearthed last week. A theft on East Seventh Street saw about twenty five young chickens killed and two sacks stolen from Daniel Hendrickson's home. Hood's Sarsaparilla is advertised as a strong blood purifier and strength giver with a noted home and abroad reputation.
A baby was found wrapped in a bag near the Canal at Point of Rocks last Saturday evening. A jury was summoned and the doctor reported no poison detected, but the infant’s remains showed a Havana cigar with long filler. The item was manufactured by Lewis F. Kussmayr.
Capt. Michael formerly a Washington train conductor has opened a fine hotel on New Jersey avenue opposite the B and O depot in Washington DC. The hotel is fitted in the latest style and well furnished, near streetcar lines, offering a hearty welcome to Fredericktonians. Adelaide Cherie, a noted actress, will perform at the city Opera House next Friday in Only a Farmer’s Daughter with Miss Goerie as Madam Laurent. St Joseph’s Church Picnic at Manor woods near Buckeystown depot drew many, with Mrs T S Thomas as manager and a long list of sponsors and attendees.
A Kemp’s Balsam advertisement touts a free sample bottle offered by all druggists to entice customers to try the medicine for coughs and colds before buying. It notes large bottle prices and suggests trial can prevent consumption.
A terse jockey race at Cenner track saw Sheepshead edge out rivals in a turf feature. Go 7 to a gun and 24 o 8 i Clements were among the key entrants, trading chances in a tight finish.
A report questions mothers giving opiate based syrups to infants. It argues Ackers Baby Soother offers a safer alternative without opium or morphine and notes J. A. Williamson sells it.
Excerpt from a religious lesson on First Samuel chapters covering Jonathan and David. It discusses trust, divine protection, and the moral stakes of fear, loyalty, and discernment amid royal plots, urging steadfast faith and righteous action for believers. The text blends biblical commentary with exhortation on courage and salvation.
An original invalid pension has been granted by the Commissioner of Pension to Capt. Alfred Schley of Liberty late of Company B Sixth Regiment Maryland Infantry Volunteers. The pension rate is $15 per month dating from March 12, 1888. This claim was pushed through by Eli Frost.
The laic to rest service for Elizabeth S MuLinix occurred this afternoon from her residence on West Second Street. Rev A J Gill officiated with pallbearers Judge John Lynch Carlton Shafer Richard Darrow Thomas Pope Z James Tittinger and AE Wallis. interment followed at Mt Olivet cemetery with HN Etchison and Son as undertakers.
A list of guests arriving since yesterday noon includes John M. Given J Ablett W F P Willame from Pittsburg Pa J L Bandshaw Harrisburg Pa M F Hertzog Reading Wm J Grove W J Welker A J Darren Paila J Caldwell Burne N D Spielman J Frank Dean Morris Sickles H D Laidlaw Dr Q E Rath WLW Hatchison Va J M Hays Rochester N Y Wm M Shultz Farmer's Daughter manager I M McKinstry Cleveland J J Ramberger Dobbin W Va F J West Harry Bentz N Y J D Carley Alex Hubbard John Owen Balto county 11 Cexman Haren bL L Graham C B Hatigan J Charleston Phila J T Gaffer Williamsport Pa R D Haney Brooklyn N Y county 4
A largely attended Taylorsville tournament in Carroll County featured dancing late at night. Prominent figures Michael B. Walsh and Frank O. Pfontz delivered speeches. Knights crowned several Misses in a pageant with multiple maid of honor positions. Scholastic notes mention reopened and upcoming schools across the area and new teachers at Frederick Female Seminary with growing enrollments.
A series of 19th century health ads claim Acker's dyspepsia tablets and Dr King s New Discovery for Consumption guarantee relief. They tout blood purification, complexion improvement, and constitutional strengthening. Specific testimonials mention Mrs Luther Lutz and local druggists like J A Williams and Jos B Garrett's Drug Store.
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