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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Sep 23, 1909
Page
5
A fragmented 19th century style astronomy snippet mentions autumn begins and Mercury and Uranus in unusual alignments. It notes the Moon at 25 million miles from Earth and a planet in appdal tion with the sun, observed riding in early evening from west to east.
PURELY PERSONAL C Ausherman is spending the re ta Burkiteville iad de Ex-Senator and Mrs Frank Nor wood have returned from a trip to the Middle West. Mr Raymond Bussard left today for Washington to enter the Bliss Electrical College. Miss Rath Catshall of Woodsboro visits her sister Mrs George B Mc Cleary South Market street. Mr J Vernon Sifance of Washington DC has been visiting Unie city and returned home. Mr and Mrs Horace W Clarke spend a few days with Mr and Mrs Richard P Ross Clarke Place. Mrs Ward and Miss Rebecca De Lash mitt of Washington at Brightside Braddock Heights have returned. Dr E L Schmid Dr James Long and Mr B Lester Smith left for New York to attend the Fulton celebration. Mr and Mrs Leslie Shafer and daughter of Middletown are visiting Mrs Shafer's maleate. Mr F H Davis West Patrick's. Mr and Mrs R H G Bouis of Keenryaville North Carew spend time at Mountain View the home of Ne and Mrs Charles T Picking near Abin city. Mr Roger Halleck of the Episcopal Theological Seminary of Virginia who conducted services at All Sainte Episcopal Church last Sunday remained for Rev Dr Oeborne Ingle's funeral and returned that evening. During his stay Mr Halleck was the guest of Mrs B F Brown East Petrickstroet. Mr C L Hine returned to Lander ND from Beliefountaine Ohio where he was engaged for the summer. Mr Hine had been offered an opportunity to locate at Indianapolis Ind in a suc cee and permanent business with 3 Hy but having previously been his tve work he proceeded to get to enter Son his course in the Theological Seminary of the Reformed church.
A new Biate road is being constructed under the Shoemaker coach law town bears. The road will be 12 feet wide and cost 23000 dollars. Work is being done by the High Construction Co of Frederick, with the agency for the construction Go and in charge of the work. Octh A Me Meating. The Fredonia Council met Tuesday evening Brow 10. A meeting was held by the Shermeters ament omen and Deen ate. UA Bate will also fare late in the evening. Ref Eewilinsoved ne 166 Retest Orphans Court Adjourned. Dr Osborne single.
A fragmented report notes pleas of not guilty by several prisoners including Lee Pearce and Bunklea for charges of murder larceny and bigamy. The jury returned a verdict for the plaintiff in a separate land damage case valued at $600. The criminal docket resumes Tuesday as judges rule on a demurrer in Samuel Reifsnider v Hann.
Miss Mary P. Farr calls a public meeting for Tuesday evening September 25 at 7 30 in the YMCA auditorium to discuss establishing a Frederick public library. She invites ministers lawyers teachers and prominent residents to support the effort and notes early gains from a small library may seed a lasting institution like a memorial library.
The remains of Patrick Long were brought to Vilacity and sent to Baltimore for burial at a cost of $10.10. The service will be at St. Patrick's Church in Baltimore, with interment at Benes Brae cemetery. Miss Sallie R. Feppington's funeral occurred at Libertytown from St. Peters Church and was conducted by Rev. Fr. Cavanaugh, with pallbearers named. burial followed at the adjacent cemetery. Sweadner Bros. were the funeral directors.
The Baltimore Lutheran ministers meeting heard Prof. Luther Ruhlman of Gettysburg Theological Seminary report that rising theology student numbers at the seminary predict more candidates for the ministry. His remarks, well received by clergy, linked student growth to future clergy supply.
Bishop William Cone, who officiated, is 83. Rev Dr Qeborne Ingle yesterday, aging and Dr John Gardner Murray will be consecrated as mal writer. September 29 marks reliever duties for church work in this state. The bishop will depart for Europe October 20. New York born 1820, educated at Columbia Grammar School and Hobart College. he became a deacon in 1852 and priest thereafter.
In Waikeraville a noon ceremony joined Miss Harriet English Everett, youngest daughter of Mr and Mrs John E Everett, to Dr J Remsberg of Waikeraville. The parlor glow and chocolate flowers marked the event witnessed by immediate family and a clergyman. The newlyweds plan residence in Waikeraville while Dr Remsberg continues a lucrative medical practice.
Pao Lange a German traveler crosses Frederick this morning en route to San Francisco. He wagers $1000 that he can beat the record for walking from coast to coast, following a route via Ocean City Washington Wyattstown and Hagerstown. Lange keeps a blank book to stamp postmarks at each post office along his journey.
Frederick fair managers add heavy draught horse premiums for best four horse and best six horse teams with top prizes of 16 and 20 dollars and records 10 and 14 dollars respectively. A new farm products display offers 50 dollars for the best exhibit with at least twenty named varieties grown by one exhibitor. secondary prizes 25 15 and 10 dollars.
Frederick church holds home coming on Sunday September 26 with 4 30 a m Sunday school, 10 45 a m sermon by Rev J Wu Karoo fe, and 7 15 p m special service with address by Rev Geo A Snyder D D of Middletown. Old time music and a select quartet perform. All former members and Sunday school are invited back to their old United Brethren home.
Mrs Jamesa Lowe appeared before Justice J Francie Smith after grabbing George McCracken son of Mrs William McCracken who had been ejected from her porch on East Fifth Street. The complainant did not press charges and Justice Smith dismissed the case after hearing testimony. He advised Mrs McCracken to relocate if neighborly relations could not improve.
A large crowd gathered at Republican headquarters last night as Ed ward A Gittinger presided. Hon J Griffin Hall of Balines spoke vigorously against the proposed amendment, with the O U Band providing music during refreshments after the address.
The Democrat campaign was opened at Somme Tuesday night with speeches by Brunswick’s Honsenph Chew and George Hogan. The event was witnessed by a crowd including Nisierata, and marked the start of campaign activity in Brunswick.
The Church of the Brethren series by Elder Bonsack of Union Bridge ended last night. Toys proved very successful and three access signa were conde to the church.
Internal Revenue agents have stepped up checks on saloons over serving limits and proper liquor proof. Violations found include selling more than one beer to a customer and keg stamp requirements, with fines levied on custodians and owners.
The superintendent of a new building, Fr John Evans, touts a fireproof vault and burglarproof rooms with secure coupon detachments for safety. The facility plans many deposit boxes and is open to individuals and corporations, promising equal attention to small and large accounts and inviting tours during business hours.
Moonlit bass feeding in the Potomac and tributaries has declined with nights lost to moonlight, but wide channels show healthy catches. Prof. Montgomery near Harper's Ferry reported about 10 bass per day over a period, contributing to an overall tally exceeding 5,000 fish by observers. The article argues for stricter pollution controls, better waste handling, and stronger enforcement to protect fish life and river health. It notes the West Virginia commission already acts and asks how Maryland and D C will respond to sustain the Potomac’s grace and life.
An old catalog style display markets stylish silk waitings and black goods at unusually low prices. It advertises pearl like silks, Broad cloths, imported textiles, and embroidered laces with dramatic discounts. The text touts quality, wide sizes, and color options, urging immediate purchase.
Prohibitionists at Carrollton held a county convention and nominated a ticket. Diplomas were awarded to graduates of a genealogy book at Cambridge Hospital. Dr F M Slemons, a leading physician in Washington county, died in Baltimore. Temperance groups in Washington county plan a statewide push. Clergy from West Baltimore District convene at Elligott City. Capt Danial W Shawen, 73, of near Romney WV, married Mrs Blorance E Babine in Cumberland. Joseph B M Forrest charged with murder, in Leonard County circuit court. Supreme Court sets October 25 for oral arguments on the boundary dispute between Maryland and Virginia, with Maryland represented by Attorney General Straud.
Local notices promote a Braddock Heights Casino block party with skating, bowling, and a prize for the winner on September 23. Trains run from Frederick and Thurmont to the event, with music and a fire parlor lamp draw for ticket holders. The Frederick City Hospital Training School opens October 4, inviting nurses’ trainees, while baking ads, bread coupons, and a new bakery open house on Carroll Street accompany community notices and local business promotions.
An OCR fragment notes the passing of summer with the autumnal equinox at 11 37 this morning. It mentions the calendar starting today and hints at weather turning cooler with likely rain over weeks. The text is garbled but indicates seasonal transition and temperate conditions ahead.
A quirky stage listing features a comic farce titled Evil That Men Do and a tragic twist. The program promises a Masked Carnival at Braddock Casino with various acts and a last dance Friday night. Audience urged to get masks early for the color they want.
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