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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Sep 11, 1895
Page
4
The forecast notes cloud and rain may move from the 8. West to here within a day or two. A cold or warm wave in the northwest today suggests temperatures will shift locally in a day or two. If rain and a northwest cold wave occur, expect four cold rain or snow events and zero clear days to follow.
Fragmentary OCR shows scattered names and entities including equity solicitors, a college reference, and individuals such as Hendrickson and Broner. The readable bits resemble an old advertisement or notice page with names and numbers but no clear event or action.
Purely personal items list residents and visitors returning home or traveling in Frederick region. Notes involve Sophie Deltrick Baltimore. John Ritchie from near Baltimore. Pheba Thurmont. Mrs H J Erise and daughter Marie. Harry Brinkerhoff Gettysburg. C Francis Baughman. John Bateheimer. Eleanor Potts Baltimore. Miss Mary In. Caroline Rona Frederick. Annie Webster Doub's. J Hoffman West South. J Hoffman Watwingurdey. T Eiffebrend and Jan Cal Jona. Columbas O'Donnell. Kath M Butler Fanquier Institute. Sallie Comfort Moo W Va. Harry K B Jones Philadelphia visit. Mrs Racha Zobienberg ill. Geo R Kol Sykeaville. Albert and Mrs Ritchis Chicago. Hattie Ingersol. P F Pampel three weeks in Ohio. Mrs Roe Stan West Second St. Mary Pickett estate case noted in court. property deed Witten Downey Kazice to Loris Willis.
A lengthy recount documents a 1775 Tory British plot to seize Frederick Town and advance on Alexandria. It cites John Hanson Jr writing Randolph warning of frontier alarms, Native and Tory forces led via Hartman’s Gap, and Governor Dunmore’s alliance with Detroit and Pensacola factions.
The past week brought long dry spells followed by widespread rains across central and southern Maryland. Heavy storms helped soil condition in some areas while frost and earlier drought damaged corn and buckwheat in Garrett and western counties. Reports from Frederick County note late floods washing corn and meadows, with plowing delayed but fall work beginning as rains improved pastures and crop prospects. overall yields show mixed results with corn and tomatoes in progress and apples continuing to arrive in good abundance.
A partial OCR fragment discusses a book about the fate of society and manners in Virginia. It mentions themes of social order and a period already described in antiquated terms, suggesting a literary or historical reflection rather than a current event.
Workmen under Contractor Cromwell broke ground Monday on the site of the old public school on North Market street. President Samuel Dutrow and figures including E L Boblitz J H Markey M E Getsendsoner and J J Dill attended as Dutrow turned the first spade. The project aims to push completion of a modern building praised by patrons as a credit to the town.
Maryland observes a legal holiday marking the North Point battle anniversary. Frederick hosts a free public entertainment in the City Opera House under the Key Monument Association with details to follow. The notice also discusses vast forests in Canada and Africa and ongoing estate filings for Martha Mentzer, Ann Derr, and Geneva Sigler.
Miss Janie Hall Menisby Ehebte and Mr. Allen Richards Boyd wed at All Balsta Church with 1 oclock ceremony. Rev. Osborne Iuge and Rev. Jose Fallot officiated before a crowded congregation. Bride wore white satin, orange blossoms, and tulle veil. Attendants included best man George E. Starr and ushers from Philadelphia Washington New Jersey and New York. Guests and relatives filled the church and reception followed at the bride's mother’s home. The couple plans a Northward trip after breakfast.
As autumn nears the Frederick County Floricultural Society invites public attendance at the annual flower show in November. The queen of autumn, the Caryearntea, will be on display with old favorites and many new varieties. Members prepare for an event that aims to eclipse prior shows and attract firsttime exhibitors, spreading the society’s fame nationwide.
Sellz Brothers circus operates branch ticket offices in central city locations for convenience, offering advance tickets without extra charge. The service is described as well managed and respectful, akin to first class theatre standards, with the local office at A. B. Yoakle's City Hall boot and shoe store.
Frederick residents recall events from 1863 including Lee and Jackson moving westward, the Battle of South Mountain where Reno fell and Hayes was wounded, and a hospital stay in Middletown. The piece notes church meetings, a Sunday service with communion, a school rally, and a funeral procession for George Hargett at the Lutheran Church with pallbearers named.
Notice announces the final day to buy Mason’s one quart fruit jars at 60 cents per dozen from agent W. W. Lenis. A block at the Opera Howe will be reserved for white patrons to hear contralto Miss Hamer on Friday the 13th. Wolfs Business College advertises commercial training as a better path to employment. seed Winter Oats for Sale in Montgomery County report yields and local farm notes.
Bought by the B and G in pursuance of a reorganization plan the Valley Railroad of Ohio was sold yesterday in Cleveland under a U S court order. The road was purchased by Vice President King of the Baltimore and Ohio and Major Alexander Shaw of Baltimore for the reorganization committee for about 3.07 million dollars, below the court’s minimum of 3.25 million.
The case path shows removal from Carroll to Frederick and then Washington counties. The Clerk's office at Hagerstown holds the record ready for the Court of Appeals. A related dispute involved brokers refusing payments totaling about $5,000. The matter progressed to Coover’s appeal and ongoing court action. The text also touts a beauty tip and Byrup of Figs as a gentle laxative for health.
The notice markets Diamond Spring Wheat Flour from EL D. SHEINER agent for Alay Manufacturers of Creesville Roller Flour. It touts low prices and mentions returning for a second dime in three years, claiming strong profits in the Northwest region.
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