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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1915
Page
7
The column covers political primaries, weather heat, and local happenings. It notes successful Frederick candidates, upcoming legislative sessions, and social events such as weddings, card parties, moving pictures, and harvest celebrations in Bartonsville with Methodist oversight and church activities across the county.
Rev R L Shipley of Buckeystown M P church gave an instructive sermon on Conscience at the Methodist Brotherhood meeting in the M E church last evening. A quartet Sang with solos by Rev W E Holley and Dr E H Lamar. Refreshments were served. Next meeting is October 15 at the M E Church South.
In Wilmington Delaware on September 18 Howard Bruce twelve of New Castle is in serious condition with gangrene and tetanus after a rifle bullet lodged in his foot was removed by two friends during a home operation. Blood poisoning followed several days later and the boy remains ill.
From August 1 to September 1, 249 people died of starvation in Mexico City as the American Red Cross halted relief work due to funds. Authorities fear the death rate will climb without aid. A separate note mentions a dramatic scene with the Frankners of Youth in Calera. In Geneva, cyclist Doerfinger is condemned to death as a spy by a German court-martial, with Switzerland seeking clemency.
London on September 18 reports the execution of a spy after a trial with the name not disclosed. A clergyman speaks of the good man’s happiness in whatever place, while a widow questions the missing happiness and notes his claim of not being happy without her.
An advertisement touts Sloan Liniment as a cure for neuralgia rheumatism toothache sprains bruises and other pains. It promises rapid congestion relief improved circulation and immediate comfort with a bottle priced at 25 cents and larger sizes offered. it urges advertising in The News.
The list details Sunday School times, morning and evening services, sermons by pastors, and special events at United Brethren, Methodist Episcopal, Evangelical Lutheran, E. Church South, Grace Reformed, St. John’s Catholic, Presbyterian, All Saints, Church of the Brethren, Winchester Street Chapel, Evangelical Reformed, Gospel Mission, St. Stephen’s, St. John’s Walkersville, St. Timothy’s, Braddock Reformed, Asbury M E, and related reunions and meetings. Places include local congregations, with speakers such as Rev Hummelbaugh, Rev Dr Lamar, Rev Dr Bacon, Rev U.S.S. G. Rupp, Rev Watson Holley, Rev J. J. John, and Rev Louis H. Ewald.
Henry Ford told a Detroit audience he would urge Secretary Daniels to back small gasoline powered submarines that could lift a dreadnought by striking it underwater. He claimed such submarines would cost a fraction of current battleships and weigh a quarter as much as present subs despite giving full control from a single power source. He warned they would undermine naval arms advocates and push nations toward disarmament.
A Punta Del Gada dispatch reported eighteen fuses found in hold No 2 of the Favre Line steamship Sant Anna, which caught fire en route from New York to Naples. Explosions occurred aboard the Italian liner as the blaze spread at sea.
An Austrian submarine under Lieutenant von Trapp torpedoed and sank a large British transport in the southern Adriatic a few days ago. An official Vienna Berlin wire dispatch reported the attack. Also, Sevastopol announced that Russian torpedo boats sunk Sinope on the Black Sea, taking prisoners from an entire fleet of sailing vessels laden with war munitions.
Washington reports that Austria intends to recall Ambassador Dumba for consultation after the United States asked for his return. Frederic C. Penfield delivered the note to Secretary Lansing, who arranged a meeting with the president. The move, tied to leave in effect, aims to avoid diplomatic disruption and is viewed as a personal matter.
Nicholas Welshuck fourteen and George Emple fifteen, sons of Rev. John Welshuck and an accompanying companion, went missing Sunday near Nanticoke. They survived five days in nearby woods on wild berries and herbs until a woodsman found them near collapse and guided them home.
Secretary Daniels ordered all submarines of the F4 type placed out of commission pending a thorough examination following a board of inquiry report on a valve and explosion incident. The project to tow the boats to Honolulu for inspection is noted, with potential convoy plans mentioned. A separate report notes a boy dying after a road incident and authorities preparing an investigation into the shooting and cash-note wounds.
Observations from the United States show cloudy conditions in Atlantic City Boston Buffalo and New York with temperatures around the 70s. Chicago New Orleans Philadelphia St Louis and Washington report varied cloudiness and rain in some areas. A fair and somewhat cooler day is forecast with light northerly winds and a likely fair day tomorrow.
Reported clashes along the Rio Grande describe the Twenty-fifth and Twenty-sixth Infantry exchanging fire with Mexican bandits near brush and Los Fresnos. A guard was sent to San Jose after residents asked for protection, marking a new border development.
Washington reports diplomatic and official circles expect the New York meeting between Secretary Lansing and Latin American diplomats to be brief. Carranza’s counter proposal to settle all Mexican questions may be accepted, with a commission to address national rehabilitation and foreign creditors. Recognition could follow if the commission meets the conference’s wishes.
Die in Mexican wreck. One mile from Saltillo the Carranza army train carrying soldiers to Monte rey to reinforce Saltillo garrison plunged into disaster. Ninety people died in the crash. The Mexican military train belonged to the Carranza forces.
Berlin reports the government will give full satisfaction in the Arabic and Hesperian cases and promises to close the incidents soon. The Cologne Gazette suggests a financial mission to America and notes Germany’s strong interest in American finance. A note to Ambassador Gerard confirms the Orduna submarine incident was to stop the vessel from escaping. Officials say no break in U S relations is expected.
Lightning struck the Upper Lehigh school chimney near Hamation, Pa, burning seven children who had just returned from recess. Alfred Lesser lost a shoe and suffered clothing ignition while others sustained burns to the body. Bricks from the shattered chimney fell through the ceiling, injuring additional pupils until teachers calmed the crowd and called medical aid.
WANTED. EXPERIENCED TEACHER desires position as governess or in private school. Qualifications English branches and music. References. Address Misa K., Box 229, Staunton, Virginia. Septisdat. WANTED. POSITIONS as governess in refined family in Frederick or vicinity by young lady of culture. Moglish branches Latin Franch and music. Anes tees atreet N.BL Wasima. A farm from 40 to 75 acres. Good buildings brick or stone house preferred. Will pay cash and buy at once.
The undersigned agents announce public sale of real estate belonging to the estate of Samuel M Summers of Frederick County deceased. Two properties described include a 110 acre farm with a two story dwelling and outbuildings near Hagerstown Road and a brick house on West Patrick Street Frederick. Also a mountain land tract of 8 acres along county roads. Dates listed September 5 1915 with deposits required, possession terms and conveyance costs stated. Auctioneer info included.
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