Villainous Attempt
Summary
The store of Samuel Nixdorf, Esq. of Ijamsville recently survived an attempt to blow it up. It is believed that he was the target of secessionists because he was instrumental in erecting a Liberty pole outside his store. He had been threatened a number of times. The "villains" put a train of powder under Mr. Nixdorf's house. His brother awoke during the night and discovered what was happening. The perpetrators fled on horseback toward Urbana. [Article from the Examiner.]
Article Source
Newspaper: The Valley Register
Publication Date: June 28th, 1861
Page/Column: 2D
Town: Middletown, MD
County: Frederick
Subjects
- Home Front / Effects of War
- Civilian Divided Loyalties
