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Newspaper
Cumberland Press
Location
Cumberland, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1914
Page
3
The December 23 1914 Cumberland MD item examines House rules blocking most postal reform measures while endorsing a rural carrier pay raise and a railroad contracted transport plan. It surveys costs, rail involvement, and calls for nonpartisan navy reform aligned with expert guidance.
The column mulls dreams and robberies, cites an NY fur theft case, and mocks anti-armament sentiment. It notes Wilson’s defiance of the Senate, queries patronage, and faults McAdoo and Stewart Gibboney. Eastern railroads seek higher rates boosting annual revenue.
A compilation of editorials and quotes mocks war coverage and naval buildup. It cites comments from Columbia State Houston Chronicle Birmingham News Salt Lake City News Memphis Commercial Appeal Province Journal New Orleans State and Jacksonville Times Union about wartime readiness politics and Allied strategy. Several remarks target Roosevelt China and Admiral Fletcher with satirical tones.
Rome announces a royal decree maintaining under the colors all soldiers of the 1892 class who would have been dismissed. It calls up all men of that class now on leave of absence to active duty.
Amsterdam dated December 23 reports the Flushing correspondent notes Antwerp citizens harmed by the bombardment may file for eventual indemnification.
Amsterdam dispatch notes the latest casualty list shows over 800,000 German deaths and injuries, excluding December losses and some November tallies. Advertisement: Taxi Cab Phone 700.
The Chicago Rock Island and Pacific Railway was offered for sale on the New York County Courthouse steps. James M. Wallace head of Central Trust Company bid seven million one hundred thirty five thousand dollars to take over the railway.
San Francisco December 22 proceedings grant the United States government 66000 square feet of exhibit space in the Palace of Liberal Arts at the Panama Pacific International Exposition. This is the largest government display at any universal exposition. Navy and army education and medicine exhibits, Indian affairs, Commerce and Labor, Land Department, Health, Reclamation, Government Printing Office and many agencies will be shown in the Palace of Liberal Arts and other pavilions.
A collection of quips and observations including notes on a Ohio University student Helen Flowers Lotts and various social remarks. It surveys humor on love work life and fashion with light satire and dated social commentary.
Two workers in the chemical department of the Frankford Arsenal were seriously injured and about a dozen others slightly cut by glass when an explosion occurred in the chemical building yesterday afternoon. William Hopkins, 28, of 2271 Pratt Street, and William Williams, 58, of 1405 Foulkrot Street, Frankford, were hospitalized with cuts, bruises, and possible internal injuries. The blast, said by a witness to result from chemical mixing, sent broken glass over more than 150 people working in the one story building, located away from the rest of the arsenal.
Roanoke announces a community campaign to fund a new auditorium and exposition hall. Officials say gifts collected over the past weeks should cover construction of a long awaited civic facility.
An advertisement urges readers to ensure they have one of Nickel's Fruit Cakes for Christmas. The brief note promotes the product with seasonal timing and a concise call to action.
The Yale Dramatic association presents four playlets in Albany tonight blending comedy and tragedy. Yale alumni from the city and area will greet and host the visitors before and after the performance.
Lorain Ohio December 23 The first baby born in Lorain after January 1 1915 will win a ten dollar prize from a local newspaper. Merchants may offer go carts clothes and infant goods to aid the newborn. The 1914 winner received gifts from corsets to a case of beer.
John Eldridge Lansdale and Neva Pheres of Cumberland win a license. Roy Barton Rothrock of Lewistown and Daisy Ruth Landis of McVeytown obtain one. William Harvey Hardy and Lizzie Frederick of Tyrone secure licenses. Charles Marvin Heater of Cumberland and Bouna Nellie Fridley of Hendrick West Virginia listed. Walter Mead Thomas and Lottie May Rice, both of Cumberland, also licensed.
Philadelphia police report Tony Begger a 29 year old Polish immigrant who forced himself into a narrow space between driving wheels of a Baltimore and Ohio locomotive to die. He was rescued by detective Peter Ferrick and sentenced to three months in the House of Correction.
Johnson Stewart and Walsh Company transfers to Joseph Klawan a parcel on Baltimore Street for $100. Charles Alick and wife transfer a parcel on Western Port to William Boskum for $400. Matilda S Hook Bain transfers to William E Pullard and F J Martz a Walnut Street parcel for $50.
Advertisement from Umer's Drug Store promotes Reymer's diverse Chocolate Varieties in dark ages. All sizes and prices listed. Appears as a late 19th or early 20th century notice with compact product range.
Beautiful Cedar Christmas trees advertised by J. C. Shoupe on South Liberty Street near Baltimore. Advertisement notes available stock and location.
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