May 1

Inherits Fortune

Mrs. Mary Landis, of Fairfield, received notification on Tuesday, by Western Union, that she had inherited the estate of a distant aunt valued at over $500,000. Mrs. Landis, who, with her five children, has been living in destitution since she was abandoned by her husband, Harry, this winter, was overcome with joy. She immediately announced that upon receipt of the estate, she would repay everyone who had helped her three fold.

Rev. Wolff offered Pasturage at Harney Church

Reverend Wolff preached a trial sermon at the St. Paul Lutheran Church in Harney. According to the women of the congregation, it had a sufficient amount of "fire and brimstone" to satisfy them, having tired of their old pastor’s sermons that focused on a wife’s duty to her husband. Upon completion of his sermon, the women offered Rev. Wolff the position of Pastor. Rumor has it that the men of the church are not happy their womenfolk’s decision.

Changes at Emmitsburg Railroad

The Emmitsburg Railroad Company is building an addition to the station and making extensive interior improvement to the waiting area. P. J. Felix, who has been conductor on the Emmitsburg Railroad for the past 26 years, has resigned. Raymond Dukehart has filled the vacancy.

Livery Stable to be Torn Down

Thomas Baumgardner has purchased the livery stable of the old Spangler Hotel in Emmitsburg and will use the material in building a barn on his farm.

May 8

Desertion Case Settled

The case against Henry Landis, charged with the desertion of his wife, Mary, and non-support of her and their five children. has been settled. According to the terms of the settlement, Landis, who had been trying to set up a chapter of the Former-Former Boozers Association in Fairfield, has agreed to cease his initiative, cease all drinking, attend church every Sunday, cease all back talking to his wife, and do exactly what she says when she says it. Henry swear his return to the ‘straight and narrow’ had nothing to do with his wife’s recent inheritance.

Scarlet Fever In Fairfield

Dr. Bruce McCreaty of the State Health Department and Dr. Crist, the County Medical Inspector, where in Fairfield Monday afternoon making a study in regard to the Scarlet Fever situation there. There are now nine cases in Fairfield and vicinity.

New Bridge For Detour

At a joint session of the Frederick and Carroll County Commissioners, four bids were considered for a new bridge over Double Creek Pike near Detour, to be erected on the site of the bridge recently washed away by high water. The bid of the Luten Bridge Company, of York, for a concrete structure at a cost of $15,312 was accepted. The Commissioners also contracted for concrete roadway to cost $950 and some extra work that will add $300 more, making a total for the new bridge and approach at $16,562. Work on the new bridge will begin at once, and the structure will be completed and open to traffic about September 1. It will be a three span, reinforced concrete arch structure, of a very substantial and durable nature.

May 15

Reverend Charles Reinweald Dies

Word has been received of the death of Reverend Charles Reinewald, Pastor at Elise Lutheran Church. Dr. Reinewald graduated from Gettysburg College in the class of 1885. Reverend Reinewald did not become seriously ill until Sunday. From them until shortly after 5 o’clock last Saturday; he sank slowly until death came, due to complications of diabetes and pleurisy.

Dr.. Reinewald was born in Danielsville, near Altoona about 55 years ago. He was a graduate of the Lutheran Seminary in Gettysburg. Approximately 27 years ago he moved to Emmitsburg to take charge of Elise. Funeral services were held in his church, Tuesday afternoon. After the services the body was brought to Gettysburg for burial in the Evergreen Cemetery.

Veterans’ Answer Last Roll Call

At the memorial service of the Grand Army at the Republic, the record of Wilson Eyler, who died October 4th, was read, and taps were sounded on a muffled drum. Eyler, fought with Company G, 202nd Pennsylvania Infantry. He was a long-term member of the Fairfield Post and became a member of Corporal Skelly’s Post when the Fairfield Post disbanded. Attendees also celebrated the life of Samuel Waggerman, a civil war veteran, who died suddenly at the home of his son, Charles, near Emmitsburg, on Saturday, May 1st. Mr. Waggerman was 74 years old.

Reverend Harry Danielle’s, Pastor of the Methodist Church, preach the sermon to the veterans. His theme was on the purpose of the meeting - to keep alive the deeds done and the great things accomplished under the American flag. He pointed out that the veterans represented the spirit of America which has been the foundation of this country.

May 22

Landis Paraded Through Fairfield

On Saturday, Harry Landus was paraded through the streets of Fairfield by his wife, Mary. The barefoot Harry was clothed in only his under garments and a sandwich board upon which was written "I am a drunk and don’t deserve this fine woman." All the women of Fairfield turned out to cheer Mary on. The men wept openly at the sight of one of the town’s best hooch makers, being forced to stop in front of the homes of fellow boozers and pour out a gallon of hooch at each.

Death of Professor Braum

Professor Frederick Braum, age 53, for 19 years head of the Music Department of Mount St. Mary’s College, died at his home in Emmitsburg, Sunday afternoon. Although in ill health for the past three years, the noted instructor continued on with his duties at the institution until last fall when he was obliged to retire. For the past few months he gave indications of regaining health. But was suddenly stricken Sunday after partaking of his dinner and died in a few moments. Professor Braum was born in Prague, in 1865, where he received his musical education. Coming to this country as a young man, he was associated with various prominent orchestras of the east, until taking duties at Mount St. Mary’s in the fall of 1901.

Under the direction of Professor Braum, the study of music made wonderful strides at the mountain institution, for not only was he an instructor of exceptional ability but he was also a talented leader. Year after year visitors at commencements were loud in their praise of the college glee club and orchestra, both of which were under the guidance of Professor Braum. The news of his death will be received with sorrow by the alumni, particularly the many who receive their musical training under him.

Petition for New Roads

A number of the residents of the Mechanicstown district have petitioned the County Commissioners to open and locate a public road in that district, beginning on the state road about 1/4 of a mile from Thurmont on the dividing line between the farms of William Lore and George Rogersor, through the land of William Lore. The road is to terminate at East Street in Thurmont. The petitioners ask that the road have a width of at least 30 feet.

May 29

Light Primary Vote

Less than 50%, to be more accurate, about 40% of the adult male population of Fairfield, showed up at the primary last Tuesday, the big end of the voters, the 60%, did not care shucks about a primary which presidential preferences were possible; at which the important question a building good roads was presented for the determination; and at which many important questions directly affecting the people were under consideration. One of the great problems is how to interest people to the discharge other political duties and this before some tyranny of a small minority shall have made the county suffer from the neglect and apathy about political rights.

The one accomplishment of the minority of both parties was to register a protest against the extremes put in the Volstead Act. Travel where you may in the county, one finds little sentiment in favor of the existence of the saloon, but everywhere is found expressions of the rigidness of the Volstead Act which would subject everyone to inspections in the matter of cider, fruit juices &c. There was a manifest protest at the primary against any such rigid execution of the Act.

Thurmont to Graduate Twelve

Twelve students of the Thurmont High School will be presented with their diplomas on Friday, June 4. Eight of the graduates will receive academic and four commercial diplomas. The exercise will be conducted in the Town hall at Thurmont. Dr. Sanders of Gettysburg will deliver the address to the graduate. The commencement exercise will begin with the sermon to the graduates on Sunday, May 30. The senior play will be given in the Town hall, June 1st, at 8 o’clock.

Memorial Day Plans

Thurmont’s Memorial Day will be observed tomorrow. The exercise will be under the direction of Jason Damas, Grand Army Republic Post Commander of Thurmont and the fraternal organization will take part as in past years. The parade will start at 1 o’clock as usual from the Town hall. The Woodsboro and Double Creek Bands will furnish music for the occasion.

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