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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Sep 13, 1922
Page
5
Fragmentary newspaper front matter from a mid-20th century issue notes advertising policy and editorial authority. It describes preparation of news and opinion content and requests formal submission of authority for statements. It indicates general editorial and postal details for Freer Maryland.
The Freder ick city tax rate rose from 2.10 to 1.25 by action of the Mayor and Aldermen last week. The piece notes growth increases demand on the treasury and urges readers to study Prof. John T. White’s financial report. It also salutes the Martinsburg Blue Ridge League for honest play against Parksley and condemns alleged fraud in other circuits.
Public authorities and automobile agencies place warning signs along highways to reduce accidents. Signs should be judicious to avoid overstating danger and encouraging disregard. The piece argues drivers should heed signage and supports Maryland road sign practices as well placed.
An article warns freshmen at Breshwen to avoid disruptive band waving in class. It notes students often react angrily when a speaker erred, signaling respect for professors, and suggests waiting until called upon to respond.
In Liberty town residents including Gilmer Sappington and Thomas Allnut weighed in on whether skirts should be longer. Samuel Abrecht and Ivali8 Derr offered cautious views about style and practicality, while Miss Pearl Baer noted how fashion influences his stance.
A large lawn party hosted by Mr. and Mrs. Chas Stitely near Keymar on August 29 drew a wide RSVP. Numerous guests listed include Mr. and Mrs. Geo Koons, Mr. and Mrs. Allen Hines, Mr. and Mrs. F Puck inger, Mr. and Mrs. Haugh, and many others. the event showcased local social networks and familiar residents. The piece also notes the new U S Z R I airship under build requiring a section of intestine from more than 2,000,000 cattle, with gold beaters skin obtained from each animal and the fabric varnished after cementing.
Road Commissioners D P Zimm er man John Whitmore and J F Garder appointed by County Commissioners laid out a private road near Union Bridge surveyed by Adam Roser through lands of Wesley Forrest George A Zeigler Washington Camp No 17 P C S of A appointed district president of Maryland third district Maryland State Firemen’s Association exec committee met in Baltimore planning eleventh annual meeting to be held here in June Old Defenders event at Mt Olivet cemetery attended Manghters of the American Revolution joined Key Monument Association observance Frederick A R Chapter hosted reception for Mrs Donald McLean last evening D V Harp of Myersville sold farm to son Reno S Harp Frederick improvements underway
Portland Sept 13 The general convention of the Protestant Episcopal Church resumed with the House of Bishops drafting rites for baptism and the House of Deputies debating morning and evening prayer changes. Changes are technical and subject to ratification at the next triennial convention. Married women may become deaconesses under a proposed canon, with training exams and board review. Grace Lindley reelected executive secretary of the women's auxiliary. The bishops endorsed removing the word obey from the marriage vow and a title change for the communion service as part of pre convention deliberations.
A fragmentary note mentions rumor play work identified as ine Worm, with no clear context or attribution.
A group of English girls in India played a lawn statue game at Colonel Dunn's house. While they posed as statues, Henrietta drew a heavy snake from the brush, prompting the girls to abandon the game and retreat indoors for safety.
A fragment from Art Childs tale collection describes northern Wisconsin guides, old stories, and a scene with Snowshoe Bill and Bull discussing a legendary fish fox. The piece hints at rustic adventures, fishing lore, and nostalgia for outdoor life in the great woods.
The fiftieth anniversary of St. John's Protestant Episcopal church in Hagerstown was marked with services led by Rector Rev. Walter Byron Stehl. The church, among the oldest in the area, traces its origins to 1770 and has undergone several rebuilds and name changes.
The General Assembly must by law every twenty years seek the people’s view on calling a constitutional convention. This requirement appears in Section 2, Article 14 of Maryland’s Constitution.
A brief devotional line urging worship and reverence, quoting Psalm 99:5. It proclaims the holiness of God and invites believers to bow in adoration at His footstool. The piece reflects a period churchly tone and aims to inspire piety.
Miss Pauline Molesworth once critically ill shows slight improvement while serving as a scribe for The News.
A quirky local reflection notes how marriages for money or love were once debated in town while affection for a housekeeper and borrowing a car reveal practical constraints. The piece blends regional speech with social observation from a copyfile attributed to the National Newspaper Service.
John McAbee of Thurmont, about 55, was arrested by Sheriff James A. Jones and Deputy Charles W. Smith on charges of threatening to shoot his wife and daughter and to kill neighbor Frieze. He appeared mentally troubled and will be examined to decide on a possible jury investigation. In a struggle, Mrs McAbee and her daughter restrained him and seized the loaded shotgun, slightly injuring McAbee and his daughter. the gun was then kept in the house. He was placed under arrest en route to jail.
The entry notes notable events on September 13 across history: General Wolfe’s death at the Plains of Abraham in 1759, the Fort McHenry bombardment influencing the Star Spangled Banner in 1814, and Confederate actions around Kentucky in 1861. It also mentions the Maudlin maiden voyage of a liner from Queenstown and later polar exploration claims around the early 20th century.
This notice states the subscriber has letters testamentary from the Court of Frederick County Maryland for the estate of a deceased resident. Creditors must present their claims by the specified date or be barred from benefits. Immediate payment is requested from interested parties. Dated September 13, 1422, and sealed by Calvin XII. Jacob Rohrback, Attorney.
The university plans to return to American operations next month and will not employ married instructors. The policy increases living and social burdens in Evanston, though current married instructors may stay.
This notice declares that Charles R. Hughes has letters of administration from the Frederick County Orphans Court for Harriet R. Hughes. Creditors must present claims with vouchers by March 20, 1923, or be excluded from the estate. Debtors should make immediate payment. Hand and seal dated August 2, 1923.
Filing notice dated September 6 1927 from Frederick County Circuit Court with clerk Eli G Haugh and solicitors McC Man tas and L N Coblenty. True copy test stamp appears. Commercial printing reference to News Job Printing Office for samples.
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