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Newspaper
Cumberland Press
Location
Cumberland, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1914
Page
12
A new decapod locomotive, No. 6000, arrives in Cumberland for testing between Cumberland and Grafton W Va. Built by Baldwin Works Philadelphia, it features ten driving wheels, a Vanderbilt tank, Street stoker, and 68 inch wheels. If tests succeed, Whattimore and Oliw purchase may expand these engines for the Baltimore and Ohio and other roads.
The Duke Memorial Bible Class banquet at the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Young Men's Christian Association Hall drew 135 attendees led by speaker substitutes as Congressman Lewis sent regretful notes. Speakers included Iiam M. Tinker and Rev Jose Dawson with musical interludes, while delicacies were served by a long list of ladies led by D F P Hartzell and John T Edwards.
A freight train buckled on the Pittsburg division of the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad near the confluence, blocking east and westbound tracks for hours. West engine No 2541 plunged into the wreckage and overturned. Passenger service detoured over Western Maryland lines. Wreckage cleared by early morning. Dr. Cook, former VP of the World’s Christian Endeavor Union, will lecture Sunday at 3 PM at the Liberty Theatre. seats free with no collection.
The Washington Lunch Room announces a special Sunday turkey dinner advertised at a nominal price. Local patrons are invited to enjoy a full turkey meal with sides in a limited time promotion.
It was learned the boy, Elmer Valentine, was not struck by an auto in the accident. He fractured his right arm in three places while playing horse with another child in a field. He was treated at Western Maryland Hospital and later at home. doctors fear possible amputation.
The final meeting of the rubbish disposal committee for Cumberland cleanup day was held at the Chamber of Commerce offices. Twenty five carts will be available for cleanup work, secured through Eyerman and Kelso via Eyerman Reid, with officials present including Chamber Secretary Schooley Civic Club Mary McCormick Rose Porter United Charities and Oscar Eyerman representing the city.
The revival series led by Dr. Fristoe continues at the First Baptist Church with services planned for tomorrow and every night next week. Parishioners are invited to attend for preaching and prayer.
David Powell a 38 year old native of Wales and former British soldier died suddenly last night on the outskirts of Frostburg near Sand Spring. Death was due to heart failure after he was overcome by illness. Powell had been in the country four years with a wife and two children who returned to Wales. He was known as a vocalist and often sang with religious choirs in Frostburg. Powell lived with his mother and stepfather Rev Mr Sanders four miles above Frostburg. The body was moved to Frostburg Undertaking Company rooms. Powell previously resided in Eckhart.
In Dilley alley near Park street last night about 11 o clock three shots rang out as officers pursued Davis Carl Newell and Lewis Wiley. Davis allegedly resisted and escaped as Steinmeyer fired warning shots. Newell and Wiley were captured. Davis fled toward the country from Becket street boarding location.
Samuel Walters of Eckhart, employed at the Atlantic mine of the Pennsylvania Coal Company near Meyersdale, had his foot mashed when a mine car passed over it about midnight. He was treated at the scene, sent to Frostburg’s Miners Hospital, and later transported to Mt. Savage for further care. Several bone fragments were removed and he rests comfortably. Walters lives in Eckhart with his wife and children.
Legal notices describe transfers involving Isabelle Baltau and Frederick Baltau to William Kirby and Mary Kirby in Eckhart Mines for 1800. Charley C. Rice and Thomas Dolan executors to John M. Rice for 157 acres near Twigetown for 5000. further deeds between John M. Rice, Maria Rice, and Charley C. Rice, Bessie Rice on Vidtown road near Twiggtown for 10 plus. Perrin and others to Manuel Navem for land on Street Cumberland for 10.
A fragment notes a Sunday dinner featuring turkey and a line of dishes described as top rate. The pricing appears as fifty cents with an unclear date or venue.
The West Virginia National Guard is ordered to move near Terra Alta along the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad. Commanders plan seven sidings for rapid troop handling and transfer the Terra Alta office staff to the camp site. Captain George M. Boyles and Piedmont company must prepare to move within 48 hours to a Free land camp along the tracks between Terra Alta and Rinard.
Subject of Dr Cook's lecture next Sunday at 3 p m at the Liberty Theatre. Bring your friends. Advertisement A24-21.
John Harriman seven was struck about 10 30 this morning by Dr J C Holdgwarths car in front of Brynes store Pekhart. He ran from behind a wagon into the path of the auto and was badly bruised with injuries to back hips and face though no bones were broken. Dr Holdsworth tended him and promised a further check later. the boy is the son of Frank Harriman.
Readable names list shows multiple couples and residences in Clearfield Latrobe Borden Shaft Frostburg and Midlothian. The item presents pairings with spouses and home towns in a brief social or legal notices section.
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