Rebel Saved Barn In Civil War Incident Near Hagerstown
Confederate veteran Reuben Hornsby recalled a near Gettysburg episode on the edge of the Pennsylvania line when a barn owner named Snyder faced a soldier threatening to burn the barn to flush out refugees. Hornsby prevented arson by warning the soldier, secured the refugees, and saved the barn and its contents. He stayed as a guest with the family that night and hopes any descendants will contact him.
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Reuben Hornsby
Williama
Gettysburg
Mwe
Hagerstows
Potemme Street
Pen Jlvania
Mr. Hornsby
Snyder
Hortsby
Hartsby
Hornsby
Hormsby
Denies Quail Starvation Due to Snow in Maryland
Secretary Milton Dennis of the Maryland Game and Fish Protective Association said recent snows have not starved quail and other birds. He noted reports of birds roaming for food, fed by farmers, with many birds reportedly thriving and not suffering from the ice. He offered refunds to those who buy seed to feed partridges. An invitation arrived from the An-Vetam Fire Company for its annual supper.
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Betaria
Maryland
Oregon Milton Dennis
Maryland Game and Fish Protective Association
Erflers
Story of the Crime: Assault in Roanoke Amid Rumors
Mrs Shields details a brutal assault on her home by a black man who forced entry, choked her, beat her and her daughter, demanded money, and looted valuables while threats were issued. The incident follows threats against a local preacher Jones and heavy militia presence persists as authorities seek accountability.
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Sonea
Roanoke
Shields
Jones
Cutchin
Sonte Lime
Sahacra
Heli
Radford
Biiefield
George Phielda
Mmrod
Mu. Hibarger
Anite
Mildred
Davekt
Father
Former Pin IW Spector Edge Comb Weds
Muss Marton Eilich Doll and related figures wed in a ceremony presided by J Douglas Wallop. The matron of honor, bridesmaids, and groom’s party are named, with Miss Ruth A. Clarke and Elizabeth Walles among attendants.
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Muss Marton Eilich
Orwil
Mas
Sydney Tell
Salistrieden
Ellett Edgegambe
Craw
Douglas Wallop
Sau
Eile
Ghorles A. Morse
New York
Mamsurel Hm Bell
Annie Dyvcombe
Gray Fart
N. J
Ruth A. Clirke
Philadelphia
Wizabeth Walles
Salishucy
Gorgon Tall
Minerss Anne
Hox & Dino
Woman recounts brutal assault during home invasion
A frightened woman describes a violent abduction at night by a Black man who beat her, searched closets and drawers, threatened to kill her, and severed her husband’s life as she watched bloodied, near death. Doctors later attended her as the assailant fled before the husband returned.
Snyder Creditors Bill Seeks Sale of Real Estate
Med a creditors bill by J OL Snyder to sell the real estate of Addie A. Snyder, N Jonathan St. Mins, Snyder and J H Snyder. The case involves a note for 260 dollars to the plaintiff.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ezquity, Alk
Snyder
J. OL Snyder
Fata Mra
Addie A. Snyder
N. Jonathan St. Mins
J. H. Snyuae
Juniors Meeting Called by Try Co Tonight
A Junior Try Co meeting is scheduled for this evening at twelve oclock with discussion on Importanza and related items amid brief disruptions and unclear wording.
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Junior Try Co
Plaster Collapse At Peoples Bank Hotel Floor Damaged
A ceiling plaster collapse at Peoples Bank in a hotel caused debris to strike a bank counter and shower the area in dust. Mr Shafer narrowly avoided injury as plaster and water leaks from an above bathroom weakened the ceiling and floor tiles gave way, sending debris across the counter.
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Beveral
Peoples Bank
Iweloek
Shifter
Mr. Shafer
Acton
Edward Evans Dead at 47 in Philadelphia residence
Edward Evans died of tuberculosis at 4 o clock at the home of M. K. Leach on W. Franglin Street where he boarded. He was 47, born in Chambersburg, long resident of the city, a skilled pipe decorator employed at Meller Organ Works. Survived by a son Harry of this city and three sisters Mrs Harry Kice Philadelphia Mrs Carmen Crickom and Miss Mary of Chambersburg. The remains will be sent to Chambersburg Saturday at noon for funeral on Sunday.
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Edward Evans
Tedhward
Evange
M. K. Leach
W. Franglin
Chambersburg
Meller Organ Works
Harry
Harry Kice
Phiadelphia
Carmen Crick- Jom
Mary
Talon
Chambershirg
Fragmentary note on unusual egg formation observed
A garbled historical fragment describes an owner named Willian with an unspecified sport context and a hen laying an egg with a shell formed like an angel shape. The text mentions fights or flight imagery and a sense of moral or social stakes but lacks clear events or dates.
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Willian
Beink Wafform Incident Report At Wayneshera
A fragmentary report notes an event titled Being Caught involving Bekwou the Wafform and a cay at Wayneshera on Thursday. Tera Gon der, a baggagamaster, suffered a spinal cabimn injury and may be germanantys Mmuted. Fe Uyes st Chamborslurg.
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Bekwou
Wayneshera
Mudd Forfeits Collateral in Police Court Action
Jean Mudd forfeited $10 collateral in the police court of Washington after being charged with assaulting Chas. Floyd, an elevator man.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mudd
Jean Mudd
Washington
Chas. Floyd
Friendly Affair Dance Gathering Noted at Hagurslawny
A local dance event last night drew Fifteen couples from Hagurslawny and nearby areas, sharing music and sociable moments at a Friendly Affair hosted by Harry Friend and Lydia. The gathering emphasized community spirit and traditional social dancing.
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Harry Friend
Nea
Lydia
Friend
Hagurslawny Ware Jth
Retail Grocers Association Holds Meeting On Closing Movement
The Retail Grocers Association met last night to discuss the closing movement and actions against merchants who signed but did not close. They favored keeping the movement alive, reported noncompliant signers, and considered debt collection with a calling effort. An executive committee was named with C. Schueler, G. Reisner, and I. Stratey.
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Retal Grocers’ Association
Clogean
Schueler
G W. Reisner
I. Y. Stratey
Local Marriage and Illness Report From Anytown
Donaldsan Lintaicum daughter of J W Linthteun of Urbana wed Tuesday to Sir John Hy Donaldson of Kytigion in Frederick county. A farm scene near Antictany National Sharpsburg noted. Mrs Jemison called to Annapolis due to her son Vincent's quinsy illness.
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Donaldsan-Lintaicum
Tanticum
J. W. Linthteun
Urbana
Frederick County
John Hy Donaldson
Kytigion
Antictany National
Sharpsburg
Unscrupulous Conduct Mentioned in Local Court Note
Fragmentary report cites individuals including Bahl Bob Moxley and Suir Johnson in a case referencing habitual intoxication and a backfiring confrontation. The text is garbled but suggests a local court or police matter involving colored residents and a dispute over drinking behavior.
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Bahl
Bob Moxley
Suir’ Johnson
Jost
Fx Monnig
Edgemont romance unfolds in tangled tale of lovers
A fragmented tale follows Sallie Smith and George Waltz as they flee Maryland for Pennsylvania. George seeks work in Harrisburg, is jailed, and returns. Sallie endures long separations, money worries, and multiple suitors. The rift widens as loyalties shift and plans unravel amid travel and towns like Waynesboro, Greencastle, Crystal Falls, and Harrisburg.
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Nancy Smith
Sailie Smith
Howe
Llomte
George Waltz
Sallie
George
Maryland
Pennsylvania
Harrisburg
Georgy
Waynesboro
Salo
Sory
Lome
Fir
Fey
Sally
Melty
Hess
Satie
Greencastle
Beng Ronstiad
Wesely Zeiss
William Teagnalda
Tomerange
Hasta
Crystal Falls
Willan
Crystal Walls
William
Francis Brown
Contao
Wallay
Sr. Ze
Charles Wileson
Crystal Falta
Mr. Wilson
Joana
Baldls
Smilies
Charles
Faking Concern Pails Watch Scheme in New York
The Boardman Consolidated Publishing Company of 95 Fifth Avenue, New York, ran a bogus promotion offering a free gold plated watch with a year’s subscription to the New York Illustrated Graphic for $1.35. The scheme used cheap paper, old cuts, and forged letters to lure subscribers, with over 100000 claimed signed up in eight months before collapsing. Lee C. Boardman, former head of the defunct New York Recorder, led the venture and employed about seventy five people at 86 Kaths Avenue.
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Pallrea
New York
Eécuits
Consolidated Publishing Company
Fifth Avenue
Daniel J. Baynes
Compar
Lee G. Borderman
Amanda van Brunt
Lee C. Boardman
New York Recorder
Hoardman Company
Piths Avenue
W Dreback
Boardman Consolidated Publishing Company
Green Bay
Tig
Romance Halted by Storm Delays Messenger Run
Sallie resolves to fix her quarrel with George and heads home to wait for a message. Messenger William Reynolds reports he cannot leave due to a wild storm on tonesame Hill, delaying the couple and pausing the romance for the next chapter. Shooting is teased to occur later.
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George
William Reynolds
Willie
Sallie
Massenger
Tonesame Hill
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Sanin
Mr. Greenword
Pve
George Ewes
Alice
Bank Watchman
Atte Anon Barber Bruln-Hinter
Nan Edgemont
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