Samuel G Noakes Elected Janitor in City Hall Vote
In a special City Council session at the Charley Rouss Engine House the vote for janitor of Rouss City Hall concluded with Samuel G Noakes elected after three ballots. The council amended the ordinance to exempt the janitor from messenger duties and allow non uniform attire for rough hall work. A committee to oversee City Hall was appointed, including John K Lewis, Jas M Haymaker, and Charles P Kremer.
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Charley Rouss
Rouss City Hall
Barton
Boyd
Messrs
John K. Lewis
Jas. M. Haymaker
Charles P. Kremer
Old Market House
Grim
Noakes
Davidson
Cline
City Hall
Winchester Council Passes Resolution Over Stamp Refund
A dispute over 891 in revenue stamps on a deed between Frederick County and Winchester ended with a council resolution. The draft to refund was endorsed by treasurer Geo H Kinzel, but headquarters disputed the endorsement. The Common Council certified Kinzel as authorized to endorse and receive the sum, releasing the government from further liability.
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United States
Winchester
Frederick
Market Square
Kinzel
Union Bank
George H. Kinzel
Union Bank of
Geo. H. Kinzel
City of
E. G. Hollis
Friendship Fire Company to Hold Regular Meeting
The Friendship Fire Company calls all members to attend its regular business meeting Thursday night December 8 at 7 30 o clock. Captain J P Happox signs the notice.
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Friendship Fire Company
J. P. Happox
The Cooper Case Heats Over Oil Delivery Dispute
Jurors hear Cooper Bros claim C V Standard Oil conspired to block oil delivery to Hagerstown and Winchester. Defense cites offer to sell oil at cost or deliver free of charge, noting court limits on evidence of business demoralization and damages for conspiracy.
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Cooper Bros
C. V
Hagerstown
Winchester
Lewis F. Cooper
Pittsburg
Church Street
Catholic Cemetery
M.L. Keedy
Standard Oil Co
Testimony on Liability and Duty in Oil Carrier Case
In a court discussion, lawyers debated whether notices and letters about an ordinance affect carrier liability. The judge noted that actions at Harrisburg and communications after the bill of lading date bear on responsibility and may be admissible as evidence.
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Long
Cooper Bros
M. L. Keedy
Pennsylvania
C. V
Smith
Harrisburg
W. M. Crossing
North Junction
Cooper
Byrd and His Turkey Mix Up in Thanksgiving Jest
The Winchester bar editor Mr. R. E. Byrd received a 284 pound wild turkey as a Thanksgiving gift. Post prandial word confirms the gobbler belonged to a county resident, not the intended giver. The tale mocks editors who mistake a wild fowl for a tame one and accept gifts without scrutiny.
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R. E. Byrd
Winchester
Timer
Byrd
Charlestown Free Press
Will Banquet Ladies From Charley Rouss Fire Company
Monday night the Charley Rouss Fire Company will host a banquet for the ladies who aided with the bazar. The event will be in the lower hall followed by a dance in the upper hall. Twelve young men will act as waiters and a special orchestra will perform. Cr H Goetz can assist with lightning rod needs at Bowen's livery stable on South Market Street.
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Charley Rouss Fire Company
Cr. H. Goetz
Bowen’s
South Market Street
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Evening Star
the Evening Star, Publishing Co
A. Hanbbrough
East Water Edcans
Star
Samuel G. Noakes
City Council
United States Government
Mr. Byrd
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