15 Sep 1885
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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Sep 15, 1885
Page
1
A New York circular notes a marked rise in security prices and improving business conditions across the city and broader markets. It cites better demand, increased production orders, and Wall Street's forward view of recovery, with banks supporting renewed activity despite the lingering silver concerns.
The article recalls the Battle of the Brandywine near Chad’s Ford and Brandywine Creek, detailing Wayne’s troops, Howe’s divisions, and the proximity to Chester County settlements. It notes Quaker conservatism, preservation of old dwellings, and lingering Civil War era memories in the region.
Correspondence from The News notes wet cool weather delays corn ripening in Sabillasville area. Farmers anticipate first seeding. discussion mentions Geo. Hughes, John W. Math, and local labor when two weeks’ work aligns with harvest goals.
James Newberry formerly of Houlihan yserra dies at the National Military Home in Hampton Virginia on September 9 at age eighty nine. Born in 1706 at Chadds Ford he lived much of his life in the town and served in the Cumberland Blues in the War of 1812 under General Winfield Scott. He fought at Lands’ Lane in 1814 and served in the Mexican War with Highlander under Colonel Geary. He later re enlisted as a Pennsylvanian teamster and served until honorable discharge after the war.
A dramatic blaze caused a roof collapse injuring several attendees. Fire crews rushed to the scene as emergency responders evacuated occupants and transported the injured to nearby hospitals for treatment.
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