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Haley, Mrs. Lewis, N. Patrick St.
Haller, Mr. and Mrs. Wm .. E. Fourth Street.
Hamilton, Mr. and Mrs. Calvin, Feaga- ville.
Harman, Allie, Carroll St.
Hartman, Mrs., N. Patrick St.
Hartman, Mrs. John. E. Third St.
Hauff, Mrs. Joseph, E. Fourth St. Held, Bettie. E. Second St. Hemler, Mary, E. Second St. Herring, Edward, E. Second St. Hiner. Thomas, Carroll St. Hipple. Mrs., Gas House Road. Hitzelbaugh, Charles, E. Second St.
hoffman, Mr. and Mrs., E. Fourth St. Hogan, Mrs., Fourth St.
Honard, Mrs., E. Second St.
Hunicker, Dr., W. Patrick St.
Hyland, Charles, E. Patrick St.
Jameson, Mr. and Mrs., Court Square. Jarboe, Mrs .. E. Second St.
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Kehoe, Mrs. William, Whisner St.
Kennedy, Mrs. James, E. Third St.
Kennedy, Mr. and Mrs. J., S. Market St.
Kennedy, Mr. and Mrs. T., S. Market St. Kennedy, Mr. and Mrs. M., N. Patrick Street.
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Lammen, John, Gas House Road. Lanbright, Mrs .. E. Patrick St.
Larkin, Mrs., S. Market St.
Lepps, Mrs., E. Third St.
Libhertz, Mrs. William. E. Third St.
Linton, Benj., Carroll St. Little, Mrs. T., East Sı.
Little. Frank. Fourth St.
Long, Mrs., E. Fourth St.
Luyder, Mr. and Mrs. C., E. Third St.
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McAvoy, Kate. E. Second St.
McCaffrey. William, W. Patrick St.
MeEween, Alford, Clifton.
McDermott, Mrs. C. M., N. Patrick St.
McKenzie, Wm., Rocky Springs.
Mckenzie, Mrs. T. M .. Rocky Springs.
McMahon, Mrs .. E. Fourth St. McSherry, Mrs., E. Second St.
McSherry, Mrs. R., Court Square. Maroni, Carmel, S. Market St. Marino, Salvator, S. Market St. Marino, Mr. and Mrs. A., S. Market St.
Meyer. Thomas, Telegraph St. Miller, Milton. Gas House Road.
Morgan, Mrs., Frederick. Md.
Morgan, Mr. and Mrs. Scott, W. Sixth Street. Moran, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas. Court Square. Mulinex, Mrs. M., S. Market St. Murphy, Daniel, W. Patrick St.
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Neidhardt, Mrs., E. Patrick St.
Neidhardt, Mrs., E. Patrick St.
New, George C., S. Market St. Niles, Mrs., Burch St.
Nickless, Mr. and Mrs. Chas., W. Sixth Street. Nogle, Mrs., W. Sixth St.
Nutt, Mr. and Mrs. Calvin, Ruthland Hall.
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Payne, Miss Ella. W. Market St.
Payne, Mrs. E., W. Patrick St.
Phillipps, Mr. and Mrs. John, W. Sixth Street.
Plunnard, Mrs. George, N. Patrick St. Poole, Mrs. Georgie, E. Third St.
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Remmer, Peter, E. Fifth St.
Roberts, Mrs., E. Third St.
Roberts, W., E. Third St.
Roether, Mrs. V., N. Patrick St.
Rohrback, Mr. and Mrs. Charles, Lime Kilns. Rosi, Charles, S. Market St.
Rowe, August, Fourth St.
Rowe, Dick, Fourth St. Rowe, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph, Fourth St.
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St. Atley, C. B., E. Second St. Sappington, Dr., W. Market St. Schaffer, Mrs. Rose, N. Patrick St. Schenk, Mrs. Mary, S. Market St. Schmidt, W. D .. Bennett Bldg. Schill, John, N. Patrick St. Schwing, Mrs. Louis, E. Fourth St. Seachurst, Mrs., E. Church St. Seymour, E., W. Third St. Sharrett, Joseph, W. Patrick St. Shill, Mrs., Whisner St. Sheffield, John, E. Second St. Smallwood, Addie, S. Market St. Smith, Mrs. S., Telegraph St. Smith, Mrs., E. Patrick St. Smith, Mrs. Fannie, Carroll St. Smith, Mr. and Mrs. C., E. Third St.
Smith, Christopher, Fourth St. Snyder, Mr. and Mrs., East St. Sparrow, Francis, W. Market St. Spissard, Mrs., N. Patrick St.
Starner, Mr. and Mrs. Charles, E. Fifth Street.
Stevens, Joseph, E. Patrick St.
Strailman, Ida. E. Patrick St.
Strip, Elmer, E. Second St.
Stuab, Blanche. E. Second St.
Summers, Mr. and Mrs. Elias, E. Third Street.
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Topper, John, E. Patrick St. Tyson, J. J., W. Sixth St.
Van Horn, Bertha, E. Fourth St.
Wachter, Lucy, E. Third St.
Wallace, Mary, E. Church St.
Walsh, Miss Kate, W. Patrick St.
Whisner, Philip and Mary, E. Third St.
Whisser, Mrs., N. Patrick St.
Wileom, Mr. and Mrs. Jacob, Rich Mills. Wilcom, Mr. and Mrs. John, Rich Mills. Willis, Mrs., W. Seventh St.
Wilson, John, W. Third St.
Wilson, Charles and Virgie. E. Church Street.
Wilson, George, E. Patrick St.
Wilson, Marion, E. Patrick St.
Wilson, Mrs. N. J., E. Patrick St.
Winkleman, Mrs., Fourth St.
Wolfe, Mrs., Fourth St.
Worley, James, Gas House Road.
Wright, J. H., N. Market St.
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Yingling, Mr. and Mrs. V., W. Market Young, Mrs., W. Sixth St.
Young, Mr. and Mrs. William G., E. Sec- ond St.
Young, Mrs. Edith, N. Patrick St.
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SKETCH OF ST. MARY'S CHURCH HAGERSTOWN, MD.
The city of Hagerstown, the county seat of one of the most fertile counties of the Commonwealth of Maryland, was founded by Jonathan Hager, in the year 1739. Up to the year of Independence, 1776, Washington County did not exist as a separate county, but in that memorable year it was formed out of Frederick, and since that time has existed and flourished as one of the most beautiful counties of the State of Maryland, which to Catholics is of special interest, since it was settled and colonized by Lord Baltimore, a Catholic nobleman from Eng- land. It was not until ten years after the United States gained its independence that from Conewago, near Hanover, Pa., which is yet active as a Catholic mis- sion, the Rev. James Fremback, one of the early pioneers of the Catholic mission at Conewago, was sent to establish the first Catholic mission at Hagerstown. The records concerning Father Fremback's first acts are rather meagre, but it is an established fact that in the year 1787 Jonathan Hager, the founder of Hagers- town, though not of Catholic faith, donated to him a piece of ground on N. Walnut Street for a burying ground, on a corner of which a log house was erected as a place of worship for the few scattered Catholics of the mission. It is due to that noble Catholic Missionary to mention that he founded missions in a number of places between Hagerstown and Cumberland. He was one of those indefatigable priests who nobly devoted their whole lives to the extension of their holy Faith, After many years of incessant labors Father Fremback was called to enjoy the reward of the good and faithful servant.
From the following letter dated 1791. addressed to Bishop John Carroll, of Baltimore, it would appear that Father Dennis Cahill was in charge here at that time. "I have been successful," he writes, "since I came to these parts. The congregations are growing numerous and the members of each most ex- emplary and pious. I attended at Elizabeth Town, Hagerstown, Martinsburg. Shepherdstown, Winchester, Fort Cumberland and Chambers Town (Chambers- burg. Pa.) the four former more frequently than the latter. Mr. Hager has given land for a burying ground."
On May 24, 1794, Father Cahill bought from Adam Miller, of Bedford County, Pa., the lot on West Washington and Walnut Streets, whereon stands the present church. The price paid for the lot was the small sum of five shillings.
In 1799 Hagerstown was visited by the Rev. Francis Bodkins. After him the Prince Priest, Father Gallitzin and the Saintly Father Nicholas Zocci, to- gether with the Rev. Father Duhamel, afterward of Mt. St. Mary's, Emmitsburg, complete the period up to 184N. Then came Father Redmond, who acted as pastor here for four years.
Father Redmond was succeeded by the Rev. Timothy Ryan in 1822, a young priest who vigorously carried on the noble work begun. It may here be incident- ally remarked that when in the year 1831 and 1832 an epidemic of cholera pre- vailed among the operatives in the construction of the C. and O. Canal along the line at Williamsport, Father Ryan made the most strenuous efforts for the relief of the sufferers. This noble pioneer of the Holy Catholic Church not alone caused St. Mary's Church at Hagerstown to be erected. but he began in
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1835 the building of St. Peter's at Hancock. After working with the most inde- fatigable zeal for the improvement of all the Catholic missions he had founded in and around Hagerstown, he died on June 2, 1837, in his fifty-third year, and lies buried in front of St. Mary's Church ou West Washington Street. In his last illness he had been assisted by the Rev. Father Michael Guth, who succeeded him as chief pastor of the different missions. For seven years he zealously discharged his duties, when he was called away in 1845, and temporarily suc- ceeded by Rev. Father Joseph Plunkett, from Virginia. In the same year Rev. Father Henry Myers, a man of saintly character, and the most serene disposition, took charge of all the missions from Hagerstown to Cumberland, holding ser- vices in private houses where there were no churches. His kindly nature won him friends everywhere not alone among the adherents of his own faith, but also among non-Catholics. The Catholic Church at Williamsport owes its existence to this noble priest. After twelve years of the most active missionary labor he left for Pikesville, near Baltimore, in 1857, being succeeded by the Rev. Father George Flautt, who for a while had been with him in his missionary field. The following year, 1858, there followed Father Myers, who in the mean- time had become the pastor of St. Vincent's Church at Baltimore. He died a short time before Father Myers, his friend and colaborer. Both these men leave the memory of a holy life behind them which will never be forgotten in the history of the Catholic mission of this section.
In 1858 Rev. Father Edmund Didier took charge of this mission, a man of great enterprising spirit, who made great improvements, materially increas- ing the membership of his diverse congregations. He founded a new mission at Clearspring, where for years services had been held in private houses. After three years of the most active and energetic life, he was followed by the Rev. John Gloyd, then pastor of St. Peter's Church, at Hancock. He stayed here, however, but a short time. Father Malachy Moran came in 1862, discharging his duties during a portion of the memorable and tumult tempestuous years of the Civil War. In these troublesome times Father Moran showed himself a fearless and active shepherd. From 1864 to 1865 this mission was temporarily filled by the Jesuit Fathers McDonough. Stonestreet and Janelect, until in the summer of 1865 Father Edmund Didier returned, carrying on his pastorate until 1868, when he became pastor of St. Vincent's Church, Baltimore.
After Father Didier's departure for his new sphere of activity the Rev. John M. Jones succeeded as pastor of St. Mary's. He enjoyed the reputation of a great scholar and linguist. Among the many improvements owing to him, mention must be made of the addition of the brick tower and vestibule to St. Mary's Church, finished in 1871. Father Jones also imported from Germany the statue of the Crucifixion behind the main altar. Three years after the begin- ning of Father Jones' pastorate, Rev. Desiderius DeWulf took charge, but for a very short time. He was succeeded by Father Jones, who a second time devoted his valuable services to the missions. During Father Jones' second pastorate the Sisters of St. Joseph established here a parochial school. This school is now conducted by the Sisters of Notre Dame. The school has ever been a great success and exercised considerable influence in the community as an educational institute. During his second pastorship, Father Jones also caused to be erected the present St. Augustine's Church at Williamsport.
In 1883 Father J. Alphonse Frederick became the next pastor, remaining in charge until 1883. Among the many good works undertaken during his regime was the erection of the Dahlgren Memorial Chapel on the summit of the South Mountain, 1881-1882. Rev. Henry Voltz came in 1883 and served until 1885. when he was followed by the Rev. Dominic Manley.
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REV. SEBASTIAN RABBIA
SKETCH OF ST. MARY'S CHURCH-Continued.
Although Father Manley was pastor here for the short space of two years, the memory of his saintly soul is still cherished by the members of both parishes. Ever and always the priest, Father Manley's whole personality was a sermon; his life a treatise on faith. Needless to remark he left a lasting imprint through- out this region. Called to devote his life to the work of Negro Missions, he re- turned to Baltimore, much to the regret of his many loyal and devoted children. Father Manley died in Baltimore, October 30, 1893.
In October, 1887, the present pastor, Father Rabbia, assumed charge. Since his first arrival by his unwavering activity and zeal, and by his scholarship, he has greatly contributed to the growth of Catholicity in this community and the embellishment of the Church. Among the many improvements undertaken and completed under the pastorate of Father Rabbia, mention must he made of the new St. Joseph's School building with large auditorium attached; the Crucifixion over the main altar and the improving of both church and rectory at Williams- port. He is esteemed not only by the members of his own flock, but by non- Catholics as well. On the occasion of his 68th birthday, in November last, the esteem and love his parishioners cherish for him was evidenced by the large crowd gathered in St. Joseph's Hall. May he be spared to reach the golden jubilee of his priesthood, is the earnest prayer of his many and devoted children. He has as his assistant, Rev. Albert E. Smith.
HOURS OF SERVICE. REV. SEBASTIAN RABBIA, Pastor. REV. ALBERT SMITH, Assistant.
Masses .- Sundays, 7 and 10 a. m .; Holy Day, 6 and 9 a. m .; Week Day, 6.30 and 7 a. m .; First Friday, 8 a. m.
Afternoon and Evening Service .- Sunday School, 3 p. m .; Vespers, 4 p. m .; League of the Sacred Heart, First Friday, & p. m.
Confessions .- Saturday, 4-6, 7-9 p. m.
Baptism .- Sunday, 2 p. m. Other days by appointment.
Williamsport, St. Augustine's .- Mass second and fourth Sunday and Holidays of Obligation.
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Chaney, Mrs. Ruby Clayborn, Mrs.
Cushna, Mrs. Sallie
Cushna. Mr. and Mrs. Monroe Cushna. Mr. and Mrs. Victor Clarkson, Misses
Case, William Cowhig, D. G.
Charfenstein, Mr. and Mrs. Clugen, Mrs. Conlon, Mr. and Mrs.
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Dolan, Mrs. Deatrick, Mrs. Devine, Mr. and Mrs. Domenick, Mr. and Mrs. Draneen, Mr. and Mrs. Dillon, Mr. and Mrs.
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Fugna, Mr. and Mrs.
Fisher, Mrs.
Fechtig, Mrs.
Moore, Thomas
Moore, Mrs. L.
Miller, Miss
Morrison, Mrs.
Mabley, Mr. and Mrs.
Malone, Miss Bessie
Martin, Mr. and Mrs. David
McArthur, Mr. and Mrs.
Martin, Miss H.
Montginey, Nettie
McMahon, Mr. and Mrs.
Morgan, Mr. and Mrs.
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Pearl, Mr. and Mrs.
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Hobbs, Mrs.
Helenie, Mr. and Mrs.
Hose, Mrs.
Halm, Mr. and Mrs.
Haffel, Mr.
Hurley, Miss J.
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Sweney, Mr. and Mrs.
Simms, Mrs. Sullivan, J. T.
Stein, Mrs.
Sweitzer, Mrs.
Schmidt, George
Sherwin, Misses
Snaney, Mr. and Mrs.
Shaffer, Miss Agnes
Shockey, Misses
Swink, Mrs.
Keedy, Mrs. Julia
Keelhofer, Mrs. Kreigh, Frank Kneirman, Mrs. Keller, Mrs. Knode, Miss M.
Tierney, Mr. Tierney, Misses
Kirchner, Mrs. Kretz, Mr. and Mrs. Krant, Miss Kate Klupper, Mrs.
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Minna, Mr. and Mrs.
Futter, Frank
Fitzpatrick, Mr. and Mrs.
Full, Miss L.
Favorite, Mr.
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Griffy, Miss L.
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Grimm, Mrs. Gary, Mrs. Gunnell, Mr. and Mrs.
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Ranth, Mrs. W. Ranachotte, Mrs.
Robertson, Mr. and Mrs.
Hoelle, Mr. and Mrs.
Hoover, George
Heil, Mr. and Mrs. John Hupp, Mrs.
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SKETCH OF ST. PETER'S CHURCH HANCOCK, MD.
REV. HENRY S. NAGENGAST, Pastor.
Hancock is situated on the National Pike, one hundred miles from Baltimore. It is a very old town, and takes its name from the first settler, a certain Mr. Hancock, who seems to have no other title to historical distinction.
There were Catholics living in Hancock as early as 1800; they must, however, have been very few, because the population of the village at that time did not reach a hundred. The few Catholics residing here were attended by the priests who journeyed over Braddock's Road to Cumberland, and later, by the priests who journeyed over the National Pike on their way to the same missions. The See of Richmond was created in 1820, and a priest shortly afterward was stationed at Winchester, Va., and it was from this mission that one began to visit Hancock, in Maryland. Fathers Redman and Gildea were the first priests that visited regularly the people of Hancock. Father Gildea is still well re- membered; he was one of the great builders in his day. His remains rest under Old St. Vincent's Church.
About the year 1833 the mission assumed some importance on account of the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal.
In 1833 Rev. Timothy Ryan was saying Mass regularly at Hancock, and one year later he commenced the building of St. Peter's Church, which was completed during his administration. The church is brick and is substantially built.
Father Ryan continued to minister to the spiritual wants of Hancock until his death, in 1838. Up to 1860 St. Peter's remained a mission of Hagerstown, at- tended by Father Guth and Father Myers, who is still kindly remembered hy the old people. Later Father Gloyd worked with signal success among his scat- tered flock until November, 1862, when he was appointed to Taneytown. The next pastor to Hancock was the Rev. Michael Dausch. A total abstinence society established by him still exists, full of life and youthful vigor.
In 1871 Rev. Stanislaus F. Ryan came to Hancock. Father Damer was assist- ant at St. Patrick's Church, Cumberland, and he and Father Ryan exchanged places with permission of His Grace the Archbishop of Baltimore. Rev. Charles Damer thus began one of the longest and most successful pastorates of St. Peter's.
In 1881 Rev. John D. Weider came to Hancock and remained until October, 1885. Father Weider was successful and popular. Rev. John D. Manly was the next pastor of Hancock. He took charge toward the end of 1885. Father Manly spent three years on this mission. Father Manly is at present pastor of St. Anthony's, Emmitsburg.
November 15, 1890, Thomas E. Lyons became pastor of St. Peter's. Father Lyons remained here until promoted to Westernport. Rev. Francis A. Wunnen- berg was appointed to succeed Father Lyons. He remained in Hancock until promoted to Oakland. The century closed with Rev. Romanus Mattingly in charge of St. Peter's and the outlying missions. St. Peter's is at present in charge of Rev. H. S. Nagengast, who was formerly prominently connected with St. Anthony's Church, of Anthonyville, near Baltimore city.
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