April 25, 2026

Raymond Hoffman; Distressing Accident

Distressing Accident at Bakerton.A very unfortunate accident occurred at Bakerton last Sunday afternoon, the victim of which was Raymond Hoffman, about thirteen years old, son of Mr. and Mrs. James Hoffman. Young Hoffman and another boy […]
January 6, 2026

Hoffman, Injured At Ore Bank

Lewis Hoffman, son of Frederick Hoffman, Sample’s Manor, employed at the West Virginia ore bank, was struck by a hugh [huge] rock which fell from overhead. His leg between the knee and ankle was broken.
December 21, 2025

More Bakerton Visitiations; etc.

The M. E. Sunday school picnic will be held at the river, near Mr. “Pet” Moler’s farm, on Saturday, August 26. These guests are spending some time with Mr. and Mrs. G. T. Trundle: Mrs. Sarah […]
December 5, 2025

Fraley; Hoffman Mill Purchase

Geo. L. Fraley has bought from Jack Hoffman the brick house long known as the Hoffman mill property, on Rattlesnake run, where that stream empties into the river, east of town, for $700. There are five […]
December 5, 2025

The Old River Road to Shepherdstown

The Old River Road to Shepherdstown.By J. O. Knott The Potomac is one of the most picturesque rivers in the world. When I heard as a child, the words: “Oh Jordan’s stormy banks I stand, and […]