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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Sep 17, 1900
Page
4
Special Dispatch to Tax News notes reports from the anthracite fields indicate the coal tie-up is as complete as claimed. President Mitchell estimates over 100,000 have struck and about 30,000 more expected to join the walkout tomorrow in the critical Pennsylvania strike.
A Shanghai special dispatch reports Li Hung Chang has arrived at Tien Tsin, Sept 17. The source notes the notable arrival as a significant event for regional affairs and maritime interests.
Five more plague cases are reported today in Glascow as health authorities monitor the outbreak and implement containment measures.
Purely personal notices list residents and visitors across Westminster Frederick Baltimore and Frederick areas. Names include Rev Dr Joel Brown Rev Addison Ingle Miss Nannie Turner Mrs G D Dorsey Mrs J Myers Mr George Topper Mr John T pee Weet Virr Sinisa Ralph Young Miss Theresa Bell and others spending time with relatives friends or on travel. A note clarifies Mrs Link associated with a Baltimore case is from a different family.
The Gentry Dog and Pony Show will exhibit in this city on September 24, marking the finest display of its kind in the country. It promises a highly entertaining demonstration of animal intelligence and has been a popular, well received attraction in Frutorick.
Religious services were held across many churches with sermons on freedom, truth, and Christianity. Special collections for Galveston relief raised about 180 dollars across Episco pal, M E and Evangelical Lutheran churches. Welcome home services occurred at St Pauls Utica Mills and Zion Charlesville with planned harvest services next Sundays.
Mr Adolphus Fearhake reports the safety of Mrs Susan Toran and family who fled rising waters. They were sheltered on a hill above Houston as floodwaters carried houses and furniture past their former home. Mr Hodges joined them after days of hardship, and the family survives the loss of property yet grateful for escape.
Harvey R. Lease as auctioneer presided over a Saturday sale of 68 acres in Woodsboro district for Reno Harp and William Mort trustees. William Oneb bought the property for $5,650. Auctioneer O B Fount sold another farm in Borkitteville for Mrs. William Rupie at $81 per acre. Additional parcels near Rocky Springs brought prices of $2 per acre for Cornelius Barger, $13,150 total for George Shafer at $313.50 per acre, and $234 per acre for M L Kline on small tracts.
A historical notice lists names of individuals with advertised letters at the post office. Recipients must call for letters. unclaimed items after two weeks may be sent to the dead letter office. Names include W I Fee H Holm James Hartman John Jones Rise Emily Terrill Cooke Otis Howard Amelia Landis Chas Miller M F Smith Altes Smith Mary Smith Jennie Sweignuer George Wachter.
Misa Rose Fearbake has recovered from a serious illness and is much improved. Dr Wm OG Johnson, previously bedridden with a carbuncle on his back, is also recovering and plans to resume seeing patients soon.
Mr Hench traveled from New York aboard the Lloyd Line steamship to Europe visiting cities and landmarks from London to Paris, Rome, Milan, and the Swiss Alps. He described extensive journeys through Germany Austria Italy and Switzerland with vivid notes on scenery, cathedrals, and memories that make home seem dear.
Frederick announces e organized team led by John Markey as manager and captain. The squad aims to be the best yet, with new equipment and a robust schedule. Games set for Saturdays from October 13 to Thanksgiving, with two games each against area colleges and plans for Johns Hopkins Western Maryland and Mercersburg. Key players listed include Moberly DeLashmats Wood Murray Eisenhauer McCardell Markey and Brust. Practice begins today.
The funeral for Mrs Mary C Haller was held at 10 this morning from her East Patrick street home with Father Quigley officiating. Pallbearers included Jos W L Carty and others. burial followed at Mt Olives Cemetery. Funeral director was O O Carty. The funeral of Alvin B Collins was held yesterday at 4 pm at the house with Rev Dr Luther Kuhlman officiating. Interment was at Mt Olives Cemetery. O O Carty again served as funeral director.
The Chesapeake and Potomac Telephone Company will start a new line to Harper’s Ferry Point of Rocks and other Maryland and Virginia points. The firm also contemplates extending from Martinsburg to Winchester. A branch line from Hagerstown and other points in Washington County has been completed.
The pension of William Moberly of Frederick has been increased to ten dollars per month.
The Frederick county grand jury ignored a Maryland General Assembly rule limiting sessions to ten days and allowing five extra days by the court. Chief Judge McSherry questioned the law’s authority, noting a possible abolition of grand jury sessions by legislative act, and the jury continued its term to test the law’s validity.
The Frederick county Lima Bean Growers' Association reports a decent season despite yield lagging last year. Membership rose to about seventy to eighty with cooperation proving profitable. A new bush bean, backed by a Baltimore packing firm, yielded well though harvesting is tougher. Most beans were shipped to Baltimore. prices averaged around 8.50 per hundredweight for bush beans, higher than usual. James H. Gambrill Jr. handled sales in Baltimore, Washington, and Pittsburgh, earning a commission.
Robert Shriver of Cumberland recalls a Civil War era incident when Unionists unfurled a large United States flag between the St Nicholas Hotel and Belvidere Hall. Led by Samuel Imman Sr., Samuel Loman Jr., Shriver, John Besley, and Frank Miller the act followed a secessionist remark. No interference occurred despite anticipated trouble.
Gov Avirett and state game warden seek Berkeley county cooperation on Potomac River fishing issues. A Washington meeting will coordinate plans to protect local fishermen and implement state regulations.
A scattered Frederick page advertises dog acts from India, dancing lessons notice, fall hats and fashion, musical instrument sales, eye doctors, and a Niagara Falls excursion. It also promises new carpets and home accessories with multiple local businesses to visit for performances and shopping.
Advertisement notes cooler weather and undergarment offerings with a focus on comfort and affordable prices. Highlights include men’s wear, new shirt styles, and claims of easy fit, soft materials, and appealing designs. Mentions stock, invoices, and fashion updates.
A bold promotional piece inviting readers to visit 32 Lock Bannockburn for new fashion goods. It promises honest pricing, a wide range of dress fabrics, trimmings, and stylish separates at about current market prices. The ad claims to stock jet, silk, Apple Bands, Taf fetta, fringes, and succinctly urges a showroom visit to see the season’s latest.
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