GEORGE C. RHODERICK, SR., co-PUBLISHER OF THE "Valley Register" and one of Middletown's leading and most progressive citizens, died suddenly early Thursday morning at his home. Although not in best of health for the past few days, he was at his place of business on Wednesday, and in the evening was about the house as usual. Before retiring, his family physician was called. Wednesday morning Mr. Rhoderick was found dead on the floor in the bathroom, near the door. Apoplexy was given as the cause of death.
Word of the sudden death spread rapidly, and came as a great shock to Mr. Rhoderick's many friends. He was widely known in Frederick county, being associated with the Valley Register publication from his early years, and came in touch with countians from all sections. His writings during the many years in his editorial capacity kept him in touch with affairs local and worldwide.
He suffered a slight stroke of paralysis about seven years ago, and although he recovered from this attack, his health was not so strong afterward, although he looked robust. Possessed with a desire to do and ability for a wide capacity for work, he pursued his duties with energy to the very last. His work up until his sudden death was toward the make-up and publication of his paper of this week's issue.
A son of G. Carlton Rhoderick and Mary E. (Koogle) Rhoderick, he as born in Middletown, February 19, 1861. He was educated in the public schools, and, at the age of 13 years began to learn the printing trade under his father, who established the Valley Register.
In addition to his arduous duties as a newspaper man, he found time to join lodge organizations, and he was active in the Jr. O.U.A.M., the Modern Woodmen of America, and the Maccabees. He was also secretary for years of the Order of Good Templars, which during its organization wielded a great influence in Middletown. In politics he was a ardent Republican.
He was married on May 7, 1885 to Miss Clemma B. Gross, who survives, with the following children: G.C. Rhoerick, Jr., Middletown; Miss Helen Margaret Rhoderick, Washington, DC; and Ralph Mahlon Rhoderick, Middletown. He also leaves one sister and two brothers: Miss Margaret E. Rhoerick, Middletown; and Charles K. Rhoderick, NY; and Frank M. Rhoderick, Baltimore.
Funeral services were held at the home; interment was in the Lutheran Cemetery.
Source: The Post (Frederick, MD)
Friday, December 5, 1924, Page 5
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Word of the sudden death spread rapidly, and came as a great shock to Mr. Rhoderick's many friends. He was widely known in Frederick county, being associated with the Valley Register publication from his early years, and came in touch with countians from all sections. His writings during the many years in his editorial capacity kept him in touch with affairs local and worldwide.
He suffered a slight stroke of paralysis about seven years ago, and although he recovered from this attack, his health was not so strong afterward, although he looked robust. Possessed with a desire to do and ability for a wide capacity for work, he pursued his duties with energy to the very last. His work up until his sudden death was toward the make-up and publication of his paper of this week's issue.
A son of G. Carlton Rhoderick and Mary E. (Koogle) Rhoderick, he as born in Middletown, February 19, 1861. He was educated in the public schools, and, at the age of 13 years began to learn the printing trade under his father, who established the Valley Register.
In addition to his arduous duties as a newspaper man, he found time to join lodge organizations, and he was active in the Jr. O.U.A.M., the Modern Woodmen of America, and the Maccabees. He was also secretary for years of the Order of Good Templars, which during its organization wielded a great influence in Middletown. In politics he was a ardent Republican.
He was married on May 7, 1885 to Miss Clemma B. Gross, who survives, with the following children: G.C. Rhoerick, Jr., Middletown; Miss Helen Margaret Rhoderick, Washington, DC; and Ralph Mahlon Rhoderick, Middletown. He also leaves one sister and two brothers: Miss Margaret E. Rhoerick, Middletown; and Charles K. Rhoderick, NY; and Frank M. Rhoderick, Baltimore.
Funeral services were held at the home; interment was in the Lutheran Cemetery.
Source: The Post (Frederick, MD)
Friday, December 5, 1924, Page 5
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GEORGE C. RHODERICK, SR., co-PUBLISHER OF THE "Valley Register" and one of Middletown's leading and most progressive citizens, died suddenly early Thursday morning at his home. Although not in best of health for the past few days, he was at his place of business on Wednesday, and in the evening was about the house as usual. Before retiring, his family physician was called. Wednesday morning Mr. Rhoderick was found dead on the floor in the bathroom, near the door. Apoplexy was given as the cause of death.
Word of the sudden death spread rapidly, and came as a great shock to Mr. Rhoderick's many friends. He was widely known in Frederick county, being associated with the Valley Register publication from his early years, and came in touch with countians from all sections. His writings during the many years in his editorial capacity kept him in touch with affairs local and worldwide.
He suffered a slight stroke of paralysis about seven years ago, and although he recovered from this attack, his health was not so strong afterward, although he looked robust. Possessed with a desire to do and ability for a wide capacity for work, he pursued his duties with energy to the very last. His work up until his sudden death was toward the make-up and publication of his paper of this week's issue.
A son of G. Carlton Rhoderick and Mary E. (Koogle) Rhoderick, he as born in Middletown, February 19, 1861. He was educated in the public schools, and, at the age of 13 years began to learn the printing trade under his father, who established the Valley Register.
In addition to his arduous duties as a newspaper man, he found time to join lodge organizations, and he was active in the Jr. O.U.A.M., the Modern Woodmen of America, and the Maccabees. He was also secretary for years of the Order of Good Templars, which during its organization wielded a great influence in Middletown. In politics he was a ardent Republican.
He was married on May 7, 1885 to Miss Clemma B. Gross, who survives, with the following children: G.C. Rhoerick, Jr., Middletown; Miss Helen Margaret Rhoderick, Washington, DC; and Ralph Mahlon Rhoderick, Middletown. He also leaves one sister and two brothers: Miss Margaret E. Rhoerick, Middletown; and Charles K. Rhoderick, NY; and Frank M. Rhoderick, Baltimore.
Funeral services were held at the home; interment was in the Lutheran Cemetery.
Source: The Post (Frederick, MD)
Friday, December 5, 1924, Page 5
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Word of the sudden death spread rapidly, and came as a great shock to Mr. Rhoderick's many friends. He was widely known in Frederick county, being associated with the Valley Register publication from his early years, and came in touch with countians from all sections. His writings during the many years in his editorial capacity kept him in touch with affairs local and worldwide.
He suffered a slight stroke of paralysis about seven years ago, and although he recovered from this attack, his health was not so strong afterward, although he looked robust. Possessed with a desire to do and ability for a wide capacity for work, he pursued his duties with energy to the very last. His work up until his sudden death was toward the make-up and publication of his paper of this week's issue.
A son of G. Carlton Rhoderick and Mary E. (Koogle) Rhoderick, he as born in Middletown, February 19, 1861. He was educated in the public schools, and, at the age of 13 years began to learn the printing trade under his father, who established the Valley Register.
In addition to his arduous duties as a newspaper man, he found time to join lodge organizations, and he was active in the Jr. O.U.A.M., the Modern Woodmen of America, and the Maccabees. He was also secretary for years of the Order of Good Templars, which during its organization wielded a great influence in Middletown. In politics he was a ardent Republican.
He was married on May 7, 1885 to Miss Clemma B. Gross, who survives, with the following children: G.C. Rhoerick, Jr., Middletown; Miss Helen Margaret Rhoderick, Washington, DC; and Ralph Mahlon Rhoderick, Middletown. He also leaves one sister and two brothers: Miss Margaret E. Rhoerick, Middletown; and Charles K. Rhoderick, NY; and Frank M. Rhoderick, Baltimore.
Funeral services were held at the home; interment was in the Lutheran Cemetery.
Source: The Post (Frederick, MD)
Friday, December 5, 1924, Page 5
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