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Newspaper
Cumberland Press
Location
Cumberland, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1914
Page
4
Patrons and friends of The Cumberland Press are asked to telephone personals and other news items to this pay. Any matter of interest will be greatly approved.
Cumberland fire chief Willison issues a Christmas safety warning. He stresses clear exits, proper decorations, flameproofing Santa costumes, keeping extinguishers handy, inspecting wiring, ventilating store windows, and rapid disposal of packing material to prevent fires during the holidays.
Shy Hal Sheridan reports a charged mood as a conspiracy claim against the Federals in organized baseball surfaces. Magnates allegedly paid players to taint the game and lure stars away, with the National League weighing action against the Federals to protect the sport’s integrity.
The record notes a gathering of prominent leaders who discuss the $590,000 war fund and advertising issues. It hints at strategic moves by the Organzar Ball leaders to stage an offensive while balancing public reception and potential actions to gain favor with the majority of readers.
In 1914 court actions in Allegany Court ordered the sale of property under mortgage to satisfy $1826.00. The notice requires publication in a Maryland city newspaper for three consecutive weeks before January 4, with a copy to the attorney Shaffer and to the clerk.
Audit of funds in the case Andrew J Fesenmeier v Yarses Ul Pollock et al in Allegany County Circuit Court Cumberland is set to be ready for ratification on December 30 1914 unless a cause to the contrary is shown. Lloyd L Shaffer Clerk. Copy, Test Lloyd L Shaffer Clerk.
A Thanksgiving night confrontation in Los Angeles pits Sam Lengtern against Harry Willis amid racial rhetoric. Lengtern vows to target white boxing hopes if sidelined, while avoiding a clash with Jack Johnson.
A jumble of words describes a promotional banner for a Washington launch event. The fragment hints at a lunch or elaborate shipment tied to a quick delivery message. No clear details on date, venue, or organizers are readable.
An advert promotes Nielel's Fruit Cakes for Christmas with a festive sell line. The fragment is brief and lacks concrete details but signals a seasonal marketing pitch.
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