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Newspaper
Cumberland Press
Location
Cumberland, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Feb 04, 1915
Page
6
The Cumberland Press publishes daily except Sunday at 109 Baltimore street. Rates include one year by mail or carrier for 3.00 and 28 cents per month in advance. Advertising rates are available on application and orders for delivery can be made by telephone.
Elkins reports a mysterious birdlike creature sighted near the town with reports of it swimming and flying, while Homestead steel works resume operations with thousands back to work. U S steel trade shows record monthly balance. a shift toward honor systems in colleges signals educational progress and greater student independence.
A Pittsburgh Post line urges broad public zeal to drive strong economic activity and boom times ahead, framing collective excitement as key to local growth.
The Washington Post reports a possible Russo-German peace move linked to Russia's aim at Constantinople and Turkey under German influence. The piece highlights Count Witte, Britain's sea dominance, and the need for a European council led by statesmen to end the war.
The piece urges readers to respect editors at work reading exchanges. It notes editors read many papers daily to spark ideas and avoid dull or stupid reporting. It warns against interrupting when editors are absorbing ideas, since that disrupts the editorial train of thought.
Frederick Post argues for Winfield Scott Schley’s rightful place in the naval hall of fame, noting his overlooked status compared with lesser known officers and praising Schley as a preeminent American war hero alongside Dewey in the era since the Civil War.
The Bluefield Telegraph reports rising concern over a state debt decision. Legal circles favor delaying and paying the twelve million plus over time, while critics in itiated refuse to contribute while alternatives exist. Bondholders may pursue West Virginia, though funds likely won’t surface for days.
With spring approaching, residents of Grafton turn to fundraising for a modern city hospital. The campaign is large but the community is confident in completing the project and delivering a long awaited facility.
A collage of quips and columns from Dean Col lings Luke McLuke and readers. Jokes mock bakers wealth and marriage ruts while noting quirks of authority and society. Pieces refer to Ohio triplets and Maple Avenue trees with a light, satirical tone.
Neighboring editors urge dryness in West Virginia to the extreme as the legislature passes a drastic prohibition amendment awaiting Governor Hatfield's signature. The Connellsville region shows temporary suspensions and rich coal land assets that may ease obligations, while Fayette County boasts abundance rather than bankruptcy.
Gordon Smith of Baltimore is named sales manager of the Maryland Coal Co taking effect February 1. He comes from the B. and O. with coal trade experience and is a nephew of the late J. Van Smith, a former B. and O. official.
The text notes a continued tendency in naval circles to downplay Admiral Schley’s contributions. It implies ongoing efforts to diminish his recognized role and impact within maritime history.
The management explains the change to a single evening edition serving readers in Detroit and surrounding areas. They note the city’s preference for evening papers and the shift of subscribers from morning to evening as the main reason for discontinuing the morning edition.
In St Louis on February 4 a 96 year old, Isaac Baer, promotes a longevity plan stressing regular life, marriage, work, walking, sleep, and avoiding pastries. He argues a disciplined routine plus daily toddy supports health and age, while urging careful friends and steady effort. He predicts more public attention as aging and fashion trends rise.
Balti more and Ohio placed contracts for 25000 tons of rails with Maryland Steel Sparrows Point Cambria Philadelphia Carnegie Pittsburgh and Illinois Steel Company options closed earlier this month. The piece notes several humorous sights including a fat woman attempting to tiptoe across a floor.
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