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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Sep 17, 1909
Page
5
Fragmentary notes recount Hattie of Aduletam and a battle described as the bloodiest on American soil prompting Confederate withdrawal to Virginia. Mentions Lincoln, abolitionist movement roots, and a late 19th century memory of a United Mine Workers union in Pennsylvania. Includes astronomical event references with planets and sunset times.
A list of people visiting or staying in the city includes M Henry Weinberg of Hagerstown Verna Silaneé of Washington and Blanche Roderick of Baltimore. It mentions local transients attending events and long-time residents traveling to Charlottesville and other cities.
In the brief notes of town maintenance Mrs Thomas Eyler on East te property and Mr George Gittinger on Went Patrick Street are mentioned as having repainting tasks. Also referenced are the Y M C A baseball scenes and a Markey’s shop area with local activity and movement.
Fragmentary item reports health notes for Leo Weinberg at North Market and mentions W. Cram as treasurer with unclear details. Readers see brief mentions of improving condition and ongoing concerns about municipal figures amid a general state of uncertainty.
The Maryland conference urged a state Pure Food and Drug Act, dairy cattle inspection, and stricter drug standards. Dr. Linthicum pressed tuberculosis prevention, midwifery registration, and blindness prevention, while Dr. Scott proposed consolidating medical licensing boards and stricter entry requirements. Dr. Borer outlined a bill on a state pure food act.
The Faculty officers and Board of Medical Examiners dined with Dr and Mrs Franklin Staith in Frederick. About a dozen doctors toured Montavue, led by Superintendent Gregg, praising all departments. The crowding in the negro quarters drew questions about handling. A 130-year-old Charles county resident was shown in the infant department. White Cross Milk Co representatives demonstrated production of White Crown milk at Motel Braddock, arousing physicians’ interest in pure city milk.
A runaway horse connected to a milk wagon killed near the B&O depot area after trampling West Second Street. The blind horse struck a telephone pole in front of A Kemp Keefer residence and died within an hour. the boy driving was injured and wagons and harnesses were damaged.
In a brief, unclear notice a newspaper sale is described involving a buyer named Byrd and CAP city interests. The fragment mentions an amount of 6000 dollars and outstanding items or accounts, with reference to ownership transfer and full acquisition of the paper. The legibility is poor.
Misa Ida Groff of North Market was canning tomatoes when a heated can exploded sealing the lid and burning her severely. The blast sprayed contents onto her face and hands but did not injure her eyesight.
Fragmented OCR text lists names Meeas Lewis Ford Nelson Bowers Clarence Fed Wileun Hs Her G A Burke Jobo Bowers Joba Bil iere. Mentions Camp Terrapin and a caterer Wesky gar ta tie. Overall unclear, likely notes or misread partisan camp terms and assignments.
Mr. G. Lawrence of this city received potatoes from Hatters County Virginia. Specimens described as fine, very large, with one nine inch long tuber in girth. Bish potatoes are also grown on the farm.
The case of Washington Frederick and Gettysburg Railway Co v Samuel Marino ended with a verdict for the plaintiff for 150 dollars. The jury found for the plaintiff on the stock dispute and the court adjourned after a day of sessions including a demurrer in the Jennie Tomea versus George Bell case. The grand jury handed down thirty three indictments yesterday afternoon.
A series of court actions from Hoban Correction to Justice J Francis Smith includes William Bond charged with vagrancy and armed with a penknife and razor. he is jailed on $200 bail. Joseph McCann, alleged wanderer, held open for days to trace origins amid claims of dementia. Otis Johnson charged with larceny at Miller Bros store. jailed in default of grand jury. William Murphy detained overnight after a fire incident and released next morning.
A contract for road and sewer work in Montgomery County totaling 30 240 dollars was approved by Commissioner Huvtons. Residents question clay soil suitability and suggest better routes. Public views were consulted as plans for a mile of road and a drainage system proceed.
Washington and Lee University in Lexington Virginia formally opened with a large enrollment. Morning exercises were held at Lee Chapel at 9 30 o'clock. President H made the welcoming address. More than 300 attended in chapel with others in town. Enrollment expected to reach 550 to 660 students.
Fragmentary local item references H. B. Grabiltabi and events around September 17. It mentions payments and a Wit Spaciat venue with unclear actions and a Friday Saturday schedule for Chocolates and Kl engeld Kalesen.
An unclear OCR fragment references funds, redemption, trust dues, and county or parish figures. It mentions cash balances, several monetary totals, and signed statements by individuals including THOMAS and HANGETT. The legible content hints at financial notices from a public or fiduciary context.
A collage of notices for Chocolate Merangue Sundae and merangue shells with ice cream and chocolate, dance nights at Braddock, tram times, posters and show windows, local film listings, a funeral notice for FW E Baker, and a note on dancing classes. Also mentions Marvi st night performances and a private construction contact.
A damaged OCR fragment mentions the firm Cramer and Bone in an unspecified local notice. No dates, places, or actions are readable.
The Woman's College will host a Monday 7 p.m. shorthand and typing session led by Miss Mac Hajgan. Both sexes admitted with enrollment at the College Library. Also notices on Democratic meetings, pork price increases, church services, and local ads including Challene Flour and bread coupons.
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