Otis Blames the Filipinos War Report from Manila
Secretary of War releases General Otis’s Manila report detailing Filipino actions through April 6, noting Aguinaldo’s August proclamation and warnings against U S troop landings. Otis describes negotiations with Aguinaldo, Filipino aggression late January, and the shift toward conflict as hostilities escalated.
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Washington
General Otis
Manila
Gen. Otis
United States
Otis
Aguinaldo
Gen
Poe
June storm forecasts warn of late frost and heavy rain
An old weather prediction discusses frost risks in the far north around the 11th to 14th, a central storm period on the 16th, and a shift to warmer conditions by the 15th. It warns of widespread June rains, possible drought in the northwest, and advises haymakers on safe harvest timing and lightning safety during thunderstorms.
The Cemetery Sidewalks Progress Near Mount Hebron
Shull and Haymaker have nearly completed brick paving from the Baltimore and Ohio tracks on east Water street to Mount Hebron Cemetery. Sidewalks on both sides of the driveway enhance the cemetery approach and mark a major improvement in the town. Previously the sidewalk consisted of rough flagstones and made access to the cemetery unpleasant.
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Shull & Haymaker
Baltimore & Ohio Railroad
East Water Street
Mount Hebron Cemetery
Sartelle Resigns from The Evening Star for New Sartelle Bros Post
Harry Sartelle, popular collector for The Evening Star, resigns to join Sartelle Bros confectionery firm in a more lucrative role. The Star notes his capable service and wishes him success in his new position.
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Harry Sartelle
The
Evening Star
Sartelle Bros
Sartelle
Tar Star
Parsonage Wedding Quiet Ceremony in Braddock ME Church
Last night at 8 30 two young people John R McIntosh and Bessie Farmer were united in marriage by Rev S K Cox in the Braddock Street M E Church South parsonage library and parlor. The couple planned a secret ceremony with few witnesses then went to the bride’s home for explanations and to establish relations with the Farmers. They will reside temporarily with Mr and Mrs Farmer and are warmly congratulated by many friends.
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John R. McIintosh
Bessie Farmer
Flavious Farmer
South
Kent Street
S. K. Cox
Braddock-st. M.E
Washington and
Amherst Streets
McIntosh
Farmer
House Struck by Lightning In Strasburg Virginia
During a heavy thunder storm on June 1 the residence of Henry Stoneburner in Strasburg Virginia was struck by lightning. The bolt hit the chimney and water spout lifting the steps in front of him as Mr Stoneburner stood on the porch He was slightly shocked but unhurt in the incident.
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Strasburg
Henry Stoneburner
The Accommodation Strikes a Land Slide
The Baltimore and Ohio accommodation due at 9 01 tonight ran into a landslide near Catoctin Maryland delaying 55 minutes. The train slowed after striking earth and rock washed from a cut by yesterday’s heavy trains. The engine was reversed to stop the train and the track was soon cleared. The Winchester stop left the pilot muddy from the impact.
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Baltimore & Ohio
Catoctin
Winchester
Blake Named Telegraph Station Chief at Capon
Will Ba Operator at Capon. Mr. Ross Blake son of Agent G. B. Blake of the Cumberland Valley left for Capon today to preside over the telegraph station. The position is at the Springs and demands a trusted efficient operator.
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Ross Blake
G. BR. Blake
Cumberland Valley
Capon
Blake
Boy Injured In Water Street Bicycle Incident
Early today around eight, Master James Streit riding a bicycle on Water street had his foot caught between a pedal and frame. Rescuers freed his foot after some effort.
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James Streit
Water Street
Unsettled Weather With Possible Showers Tonight
Unsettled conditions bring possible light showers tonight. Friday is expected to be fair. Winds shift from light to fresh south to west.
Pretty Wedding at Stephens City in M. E. Church
At four o clock this afternoon a wedding took place in the M E Church at Stephens City uniting Mr J T Sprint of Boyce and Miss Mary Strode daughter of Mr Park Strode of Stephens City The bride wore white organdie and was attended by Sadie Vanhorn and Grace Sprint The groomsmen were L M Shearer and H S Larrick Flower girls Beat rice Barr Lucille Faulkner Steele Hilda Miller and others The couple left on the 5 30 Baltimore Ohio for a tour to Washington and other Northern cities.
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M. E
Stephens City
J.T. Sprint
Boyce
Mary Strode
Park Strode
Sadie Vanhorn
Clifton Forge
Grace Sprint
Miss Vanhorn
Miss Sprint
L. M. Shearer
Millwood
H. S. Larrick
Beatrice Barr
Lucille Faulkner
Winchester
Steele
Hilda Miller
Alice McCarty
Rhoda Shertner
Julia Faulkner
Baltimore & Ohio
Washington
Blanche Diffender
J. M. Ferguson
Lucy Faulkner
Julia
Messrs
H. C. Levi
Briggs
Keeler
Garvin
Thos. H. Sprint
Shenandoah Junction
Dunlap
High School Commencement in Evening Program
The event occurs on Thursday June 8 at 8 o clock in the evening. Participant Miss Katharine Rebecca Gibbs formerly of this city receives the theme Womans New Work. The program promises a bright evening.
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Central Opera Toten
Katharine Rebecca Gibbs
Gibbs
Mr Clarence Taylor Stricken With Paralysis In Critical Condition
Stricken with paralysis, Clarence Taylor of this city, long a patient at Western State Hospital Staunton, has suffered a second stroke within two weeks and is now in a critical condition. Friends express hope for his recovery.
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Clarence Taylor
Western State Hospital
Staunton
Fine Young Cattle Bought by Local Buyer
This morning Clark H Purcell of the county brought 22 young beeves to town in fine condition weighing nearly 70000 pounds. The cattle sold for 34 per head and were bought by J R Miley.
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Clark H.purcell
J. R. Miley
Backbone or Pluck Lecture at Market Street M E Church
Rev E Olin Eldridge delivers a lecture titled Backbone or Pluck at Market Street M E Church tonight. No admission charged. The event promises to offer information and insights to attendees.
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E. Olin Eldridge
Baseball Scores From Yesterday’s League Games
Baltimore beat St Louis 4 to 3. Brooklyn defeated Louisville 7 to 1. Boston scored 16 over Cleveland 10. Chicago downed Philadelphia 6 to 1. Cincinnati edged New York 5 to 4. Pittsburgh topped Washington 5 to 1.
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Baltimore
St. Louis
Brooklyn
Louisville
Boston
Cleveland
Chicago
Philadelphia
Cincinnati
New York
Pittsburg
Washington
Strawberry Social at Fairfax Hall by Londonist Church Ladies
The ladies of the Londonist Presbyterian Church will hold a strawberry social at Fairfax Hall tomorrow evening for the church’s benefit. It is the first strawberry social of the season and is expected to attract many attendees.
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Londonist Presbyterian Church
Fairfax Hall
Lightning Burns Down Gerardstown Barn Hit by Storm
Last night during a severe thunderstorm, a bolt struck the barn of Robt Abshire near White Hall, setting hay afire and destroying the barn along with hay, harness and implements. Cattle and horses were saved. loss about 600 dollars, partially insured. The barn sits on Wilson P. Cole’s Gerardstown farm, his third fire loss.
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Robt, Abshire
White Hall
Abshire
Wilson P. Cole
Gerardstown
Fairfax Hall Commencement for Fairfax Seminary
The thirteenth annual commencement of Fairfax Seminary will be held Friday June 9 at eight o'clock in the college hall. A music recital will be given and notes presented to those who completed studies. Following the death of Miss Mary E. Billings the principal, this year’s exercises will be quiet. No baccalaureate sermon on the preceding Sunday, but Rev. Dr. H. M. White may still address the students.
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Fairfax Seminary
Mary E. Billings
H. M. White
Londonist Presbyterian Church
Sheppard
County Court Opens June Term With Bond and Oath Day
The June term of the County Court will convene in this city on next Monday. Elected county officers must give bond and take oath on Monday and Thursday as set. There will be no court on Tuesday.
Frederick County Fruit Growers Meeting Set for June 3 2 PM
The Frederick County Fruit Growers Association will convene in Court House Hall Saturday afternoon June 3 at 2 o'clock. Lectures on fruit growing and related topics are planned and a large turnout is anticipated. The public is invited to attend.
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Frederick County
Clerk issues marriage license to Sprint and Strode
County Clerk T K Cartmell issued a marriage license today to Mr J T Sprint and Miss Mary E Strode. The couple plans a future ceremony in their hometown and will appear for final verification at the county office.
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T.K. Cartmell
J. T. Sprint
Mary E. Strode
William Seabrook Returns From Mercersburg College
William Seabrook, who has been attending Mercersburg College in Pennsylvania this past season, has returned home. Miller Supply Co offers paints of all kinds, qualities and colors.
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William Seabrook
Mercersburg (Pa ) College
Miller Supply Co
Comings and Goings in Winchester Area Notices
Local notices list visits and travel among residents and visitors. Mrs Matthé R Zirkle and Miss Fannie Pennington are mentioned with trips, Mr Charles McClure of Boonsboro is in town, and J Miller Long plus Hellers are seen in Washington. Several other residents travel to Baltimore, Washington, or Philadelphia tied to shops, hotels, or social calls. small ads promote Stone's products and local services.
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Matthé R. Zirkle
New Market
Fannie Pennington
Richmond
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John McIntosh
Mr. Sprint
Miss Strode
Strawberry
Fostal-at-Fairfay Hall
Robert Abshire
Noonan’s
Charles McClure
Boonsboro, Md
Wm. Beat
Brapetown
Mr. J. Miller Long
Eléét” Heller
Mrs. Heller
Robert. W. Holland
Holland Heights, Md
Hotel
Evans
Stone
Clara Hoover
Lula Garton
J. W. Spellman
Chambersville
Esa Joseph Rainsberger
Wardensville
Wm. Keating
Reat
M Supply Co
Florence Sharp
Vernon, Weller
Ruth
Chamberburg, Pa
National Avenue
Charles Wood
Armstrong, Cator & Co
Ag E Avy
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