In History Sept 24 Marks Feats of Kings and Generals
A historical roundup listing figures born or died near Sept 24 including King Louis IX and Samuel Butler, plus military leaders Slocum and Bazaine. It notes Slocum's West Point background and Civil War commands, Bazaine’s 1863 Mexican campaign and Metz capitulation, and Jeremiah Wilson as a Washington lawyer connected to Admiral Schley.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
France
Michael III
Constantinople
Samuel Butler
London
Joan Marshall
United States
Germantown
Slocum
John Sevier
Kings Mountain
Henry Warner
Delphi
Brooklyn
West Point
Twenty-Seventh
New ‘York Volunteers
Bull Run
Sherman
Monterey
Mexico
Francois
Achille Bazaine
Madrid
Isa
Bazaine
MacDiation
Jeremiah Wwison
Washington
Admiral Schley
Cane
Aga
Petersville and Surrounding Notes on Visitors and Events
Local briefs report residents visiting family in Maryland and Pennsylvania. Mentions include Mire Trudie and Mrs Maria Pearce visiting relatives, Misses Mader from Mt Airy, and trips to Frederick Circuit and Baltimore. Rural church services are noted at Petersville Reformed and Lutheran congregations with upcoming sermons.
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William “A. Pearce
Maria‘Pearce
Ampioyes
Sitonigan
Southern Railroad
Keogh Guilty With Mercy Request In Sydney County Trial
The jury found James M. Keogh guilty of felonious assault on Miss Stella Poffenberger after about an hour of deliberation and recommended mercy. Eleven jurors rendered the verdict after one member fell ill. the court reserved its sentence. Other cases, including Cheater Thomian and highway robbery charges, were in progress with recesses noted.
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James M. Keogh
Stella Poffenberger
Samuel M. Carver
Middletown
Jorera
Darner
Koy
Keogh
Calvin ‘Clark
Keage
Thomian
Thomss
James
Eaworthy i
James Brown
Frank “Mack
Thomas
Bankruptcy petitions filed for B&O employees at Brunswick
Attorney L D Syester filed two bankruptcy petitions. One petitions for Edward W. Merriman yard conductor for B&O at Brunswick with debts of 485 dollars and no assets. The other petition names Samuel W. Shewbridge B&O brakeman with liabilities of 297 dollars and no assets.
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L. D.syester
Edw. W. Merriman
Brunswick
Samuel W. Shewbridge
B. &O. Brakemse
Aseeta
Low Water Clamps Down on Chesapeake and Ohio Canal
Boats on the Chesapeake and Ohio canal at Cumberland are tied up due to low water. They can only carry about 80 tons, two-thirds of a normal load, risking grounding. boatmen refuse to sail with light cargo while prices fall.
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U. and 0. Canal
Eboata
Chesapeake and Ohio Canal
Camberland
Patuxent Withdrawn From Baltimore Driving Park Race
Fatuxent bay gelding owned by Mr. John W Morris of this city was entered in the 2 24 class pacing race at the Gentlemen's Driving Park Baltimore yesterday but withdrawn at end of fourth best after finishing 8 7 7. Patuxent driven by Robert Fraley.
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Fatuxent
John W Morris
Gentlemen's Driving Park
Baltimore
Patuxent
Robert Fraley
Injury Report From North Market Street Store
Mr Edward Baltzell injured his left middle finger while cutting a banana at his North Market street store this morning. The cut bled heavily and caused significant pain.
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Edward Baltzell
North Market Streets
The Best Advertising Says A M Palmer On Newspapers
Theatrical manager A M Palmer asserts after years of experience that daily newspapers are by far the best method of reaching the public. He emphasizes the enduring value of newspaper publicity for broad exposure.
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Air
A.M. Palmer
Local Market Quotations Report From Today
Market prices show corn at 62 cents per bushel with other staples listed including wheat at 87 cents per bushel oats at 40 cents per bushel and hay priced at 15 shillings per ton. The report reflects typical daily fluctuations and buyers price expectations across local merchants.
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Prny
Auction of furniture for Miss Blumenauer at Market Street
Captain Walter Saunders auctioneer sells hencehold furniture tomorrow for Miss Georgia Blumenauer at 190 North Market Street. Zinc and grinding make Devos lead and zinc paint weer twice as long as lead and off mixed by hand. Sold by P. L. Hargett and Sons.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walter Saunders
Georgia Blumenauer
North Market Street
Devos
P. L. Hargett & Os
Will of Michael H Lippy Leaves All to Widow
The will of Michael H Lippy of Johnaville district is entered for probate. He bequeaths all real and personal property to his wife Ellen Lippy for life, with farm sale after her death and proceeds to be used as she deems best. The Johnsville farm remains for life to the widow, then divided among his children. Executors named, four sons to distribute after widow’s death.
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Rachael H. Lippy
Johnaville
Boen Aled
Elien Lippy
Rocky Ridge
Johnsville
Hella
Nia
Harry
Urben
Obsrles
Orwell
Popcorn Burst Scares Thayer Farm Near Danbury
A ten acre Danbury area farm reports a barn explosion and loud crackling as a small door near the top of the barn opened. One hundred bushels of shelled popcorn stored inside were affected and the event drew neighbors to investigate the strange sounds and fire-like activity.
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Bibert
Thayer
Danbury
Conn
O goke sale note at ovens quotes prices
Fragmentary OCR indicates a sale note at ovens with quoted prices. Amounts include eight dollars and related figures, though the text is garbled and lacks full details of items or dates.
Unclear fragment hints at employment wage dispute
Fragmentary text references wages or back pay from months and a range of dollars. The passage appears damaged and does not provide a complete event, names, or a verifiable organizational context for a concise news item.
Notable Church Calendar Marks Day of Prayer
The church calendar highlights an occasion for prayer and worship as ram blown and services proceed. Distinctive customs emphasize reflection and collective devotion on this day across parish communities.
Postoffice Receipts in Maryland Offices for Year End
A table shows gross receipts of presidential post offices in Maryland for the year ended June 30. Frederick with Teacipte records $18,407.56, trailing Baltimore Cumberland Hagerstown and Annapolis. Baltimore leads. Leitersburg totals $3,114.29 and Branswick $42,276.17.
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Maryland
Frederick
Tecaipte
Sfth
Baltimore
Cumberland
Hagerstown
Annapolis
Batnitaburg
Branswick
Local Carpet Man Moves to Washington Post
Mr Roger Wickham longtime salesman for Mullinix's carpet store left this morning for Washington DC after accepting a position as salesman for the James Laneburgh Furniture and Carpet Company Friends wish him success in this new field and salute his years of service.
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Washington
Roger Wickham
Gslesman
L. EB. Mullinix
Lefs
Washington, D.C
Jamos Laneburgh Furniture and Carpet Company
Demand for Soft Coal Reaches East Coast Firms
MM Gushwa of Hagerstown reports from Piedmont and eastern coal regions that coal companies are crowded with orders and cannot meet demand. If they ship, B&O has insufficient locomotives to move the coal.
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Gushwa
Hageratown
Piedmont
East
Deserter Alert Ties to Myersville Resident
Soba F. Poffsberger of Myersville received a War Department notice about the desertion of Edward Dodyd and a $20 reward for his arrest. Edward Iloya, formerly of Myersville, enlisted in the regular army in the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Deverter
Soba F. Poffsberger
Myersville
War Department
Edward Dodyd
Edward Iloya
Horse Tumbles on Market Street injuring gear
Excitement ran through the Market and Third Street area Tuesday evening as a pair of horses attached to a buggy bolted and fell on the cornst. The owner, Mr. Charles Fagan, reported no injuries to people. The incident damaged only the harness and shafts.
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Jorse
Charles Fagan
Cumberland Times Notes Milestone For Judge Joan Keller
The Cumberland Times reports Judge Joan H. Keller, a Piedmont school board member, has reached the 75th milestone in life. Keller was formerly a resident of the area.
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The
Cumberland Times
Judgs
Joan H. Keller
Piedmont School Board
Judge Seller
False Fire Alarm Sparks Prompt Response
A false alarm of fire summoned crews to a scene last evening around seven o'clock. The Sick report notes Mr. William Nixdorf is improving after a period of bronchitis.
Contractor Fritchie Delays East Church Street Curbing Start
Lancaster contractor J A Fritchie arrived in Broderick for curb paving on East Church Street but found first shipment of bricks and curb ing not yet arrived. Supervising engineer Hatton will oversee bed preparation and brick laying at a rate of about 150 feet per day. bricks will be inspected and rejected if faulty. Fritchie aims for first class work and may secure more local contracts.
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J. A. Fritchie
Lancaster
Eritchio
Fritohie
York
Preacher Warns of End Times With Earthquake Imagery
Fragmentary report cites a preacher linking earthquakes to eschatology. The text invokes Mount Pelès and biblical prophecy from scriptures urging readers toward salvation before the final days.
Preparations Underway for County Fair Improvements
Work on the fair grounds proceeds rapidly with the new tables and stands replacing structures destroyed by fire and cyclone. The poultry building and dog facilities will be under roof soon, a full poultry house outfit contract has been issued, and Secretary Keeter handles space applications. The dog show is expected to outdo last year with a first class facility and many high quality animals on display. Mr W D McCleery is traveling nationally to promote the event.
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Keeter
W.D. McCleery
Pleasant Personal Gossip From Local Social Circle
Pleasant notes report Miss Ollie Thompson visiting relatives, Miss Clara Riggs recovering after illness, Miss Leeza Collins from Washington visiting Mrs. Jamison, Miss Mattie Howser expected in town, and several others returning from visits home or to nearby towns. Advertising is described as a blend of judgment and enterprise.
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Ollie Thompson
Clara Riggs
Leeza Collins
Washington, D.C
Ehimo Jamison
Wailkershire
Mattie Howser
Aes
Nega
Radelif
Mim F. Marion Walter
Richard Heater
Leesburg
Alias Walters
Hanover
Dexter Brast
East South Street
Gakked Stranger Targeting Boarders Across Cities
A man described as about 40, 160 pounds with dark hair and a gold crowned tooth, posing as a boarder at Mrs Newwoombr in Frederick then Baltimore, swindling victims by requesting a room and stealing cash. Victims include Mrs Loman Barnes. Police hunt a boarding house thief active in Western and Northwestern sections.
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Frederick
Loman Barnes
North Gresane Street
Notable State News and Local Incidents Recap
A variety of brief items from the state. A white boy was found on the P and B railroad tracks at Perryville. Prof. Martin Trther Maier, president of Ken Mar College in Hagerstown, died from typhoid pneumonia. Elkton held a local option convention to oppose liquor licenses. Robert A. Thurnby, by attorney Shimer, sued Olin Bryan of Baltimore for 5000 dollars over alleged slander in Common Pleas. The Republican congressional campaign in Garrett County opened in Oakland. John R. Wiings, a married Cumberland Steel employee, attempted suicide by jumping in front of a train near the Quaeda City pave. He survived.
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Roitay
We & B
Perryville
Martin Trther Maier
Ken Mar College
Hagerstown
Elkton
Robert A. Thurnby
Shimer
Olin Bryan
Baltiamoré
Olby Solicitor
Brougus
He ‘Ooure of Common Pleas
John ‘R Wiings
Cumberland Steel Company
Bears Loose Near Williamsport Alarm Local Farmers
A tall black bear with two cubs roams near Edge and Williamsport area south of the Potomac. The bear family crossed from Virginia Monday afternoon, frightening two Hetzer boys in a cornfield before retreating into a cave with tracks leading to a cliff cave. a tracking party is organized to pursue them.
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Chesapeake
St State
Williamsport
Potomac
Charles Hetzsr
Harry Traver
Equirrelain
Woods
Srlver
Veteran Auctioneer Capt Walter Saunders Sails Legacy Sale
Captain Walter Saunders a veteran auctioneer of Libertytown staged a six hour sale of Phillips estate household furniture. The crowd packed the area as items fetched good prices while the captain recalled his youth near the house where he was born 73 years ago. He continues to auction at age 90 with his famous call going going gone for many more sales to come.
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Walter Saunders
Libertytown
Phillips
Leander
Agricultural Fairs Schedule Across Maryland and Nearby States
The Hartford county fair runs at Belair from September 30 to October 13. The Trenton New Jersey fair edges September 30 and October 1 2. The York and Rockville Maryland fairs share the same week from October 7 to 9. Hagerstown hosts October 14 to 17. Frederick holds a major fair from October 21 to 24.
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Hartford County
Belair
Trenton
New Jersey
York Fair
Rockville
Hagerstown
Great Frederick
Grace Reformed class presents concert at Woman's College Hall
A program by the best local talent under Class No 18 of Grace Reformed church will be held at Woman's College Hall at 8 o’clock Friday evening September 26. All seats reserved at MacOsrdell's for 25 cents.
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Grace Reformed Church
Woman's
Colless Hall
MacOsrdell
Remnant Sale Offer Includes Waists and Jackets
John Hendrickson notes remnant tables with white and colored waists priced down. Madras and mohair waists, linen skirts, solid black lawns, and prewar jackets in browns grays and navies offer substantial discounts, with coats satin lined and marked down to low prices for quick sale.
Local Shirt Sale Draws Attention in South Window
A shop displays a bold sale in the south window featuring shirts at attractive prices. The display emphasizes the new stock and aims to attract passersby with noticeable savings.
The Sage Curtain Sale Promises Deep Discounts on Fabrics
Neidig and Miller advertise a vast curtain sale with hundreds of pieces at sharp prices. They claim heavy discounts on black goods and fabrics including 40 to 60 inch widths with names like Imperial Mistral and Nottingham effects. They tout low prices on lace curtains, veils, and a Cape Glove bargain for four days, urging customers to stock up while stocks last.
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Nottingham
Abe
KLD
New York Bargains Boost Local Dry Goods Show
Our buyer returns from New York with fashionable merchandise at low prices. Jack Dreas Goods, Plaid Silky, new Dress Goods, Velveta, and crisper silks arrive. Domestic dry goods, muslin, flannels, shirtings, linens, and ginghams offered with large varieties at lower prices than elsewhere.
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New York
Funeral Directors and Furniture Repairers Ad
An early 20th century advertisement from A. T. Rucz & Soxe promoting funeral directing and furniture repair services. The copy mentions hospital treatment at low rates and promises thorough services in London and New York.
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London
New York
Excursion Frederick to Hagerstown by B&O Railroad
The Baltimore and Ohio Railroad offers a round trip excursion from Frederick to Hagerstown and back on Sunday September 25. Depart Frederick at 9 00 a m and return from Hagerstown at 6 00 p m for 75 cents. Tickets valid only on issue date. Notice to minors: those seeking intoxicating liquor at Park Hotel will be dealt with by law. E B Srasge.
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Hagerstown
Baltimore and Ohio Railroad
Frederick
the Park Hotel
E. B. Srasge
New Carpet Stocks Shown at Mullinix and Cline
L EB Mullinix showcases Axminster carpets with wide designs and colors. I B Mullis promises first class selection and prompt delivery. C E Cline leads as a premier carpet store offering fall stock to the public.
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Esksien
C. E. Cline
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Ethel Stauffer
Westminster
Frank Strine
Howard Strine
Geo. Hof
John Ireas
Dayrvilla
Dorsey
Stauffer
Menry Cramer
William Wachter
Joesis Perry
Washington, . C
Harry Zimmerman
Brrs
David Zimmerman
Riz
Thomas Saylor
Geo. Rice
Bern
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Theo. J
A. D. Thomas
Hester Caller
Fargatille
Trindia
Reformed Church
Fisher
Barkittsville
Oeating
Ritter
Maggie Eagle
St. Mary's City
St. Mary's County
Gertie Boteler
St. Mary’s Colilege
David Reelkay
Will
Michael H. Lippy
Tn al
Ogoke
Formaeete
Il. WM. Nixdorf
East Church Street
Comgs
Fritohlec
Yanix
Peles
Seine ‘Busbed
Larne
News OF the
Atater
Mia
W. Boy
Gerhard
Ohion
Snine -Tore
Atordadeae O'Nlook
Epiacopal
Urso Osborne Agle
Kee
John Hendrickson
Hargain
Joux -Henpzicason
Neidig & Miller
Clinton
Broderick
B. Sappingto
Ql Stores
GEO
Rodock
TAB
BIG Blore
Bargain Bulletin
QKO
B. Rodook & CO
A. T. Rior
BONS
A. T. Rucz
Soxe
Furnitore
North Marert Street
PRION
East Fourth Streat
Fredabox County
Cement
Batag
Anabley A
Frederick Stat
Vial
Court Street
Asaawig
Edwin Devildies
Devilbiss
Vener
Ol! Co
Mullinix
Axminster Corps
Csit
I. B. Mullis
del Bareagh
Strest
Setsdawly
Noah E. Cramer
Ian Ae
Walkersville
Church Street
de Derellings
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Axminster
Brussels
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