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Cumberland Press

Location

Cumberland, Maryland, United States of America

Date

Feb 11, 1916

Page

10

Mines and RailroadsShortens Somerset Johnstown Route

Somerset, Feb 11. After nearly 30 years the Somerset Cambria branch route between Johnstown and Somerset will be shortened by seven eight miles. A new line from Ferrelton to Hogback tunnel will form the main track, reducing grades and tapping a new coal field on the Bens Creek basin, signaling a county coal boom. Construction starts at once with rights of way being purchased, some by condemnation. The new line will run through Boswell, Thomas Mills, Forwardstown, and Ferrelton. The old route via Friedens, Stoyestown and Hooversville includes the hill near Geiger station. A freight yard near Boswell will house four tracks, possibly expanding to six or seven. President Willard named Edwin C. Washburn special assistant to the president. The Western Maryland Railway reported earnings for the week ending Feb 7 of 192,011.93, with year-to-date totals. Rockville suit against Baltimore and Ohio Railroad for 2000 damages filed. several WM telegraph offices closed temporarily.

Somerset Somerset Cambrian Branch Baltimore and the Railroad Johnstown Toohnstown Bens Creek Friedens Stoyestown Hooversville Old South Penn Railroad Geiger Station Geiger Quemahoning Baltimore and Ohio Garrett Boswell Ferrelton Flogback John E. Friedline Isaac Ankeny

Sheriff Auction of Linabury Property in Cumberland Maryland

By writ of Fieri Facias in Allegany County Circuit Court cases 81 and 82 of 1916, John F. Wilson and Esther Wilson seize and sell Lloyd B. Linabury trading as Standard Auto Co assets. Sale at 10:00 AM February 11 1916 at 24 Laing Avenue South Cumberland Maryland of Haines automobile Maxwell car tools cash register typewriter safe stove desk dies chairs mirrors pumps and other machinery and auto supplies. Cash terms. Sheriff Peter C. McFarland. Feb 3-7-12.

Allegany County John F. Wilson Esther Wilson Lloyd B. Linabury Standard Auto Company Circuit Court Lloyd Bb. Linabury Lloyd LB. Linabury Cumberland Maryland Towit Haines Automobile Maxwell Automobile National Cash Register Remington HALL Laing Avenue

Modern Women Use Newspapers to Reach the People

Baltimore housewife Mrs. F. B. Pennington says she used the newspaper to spread a message about Tanlac relief. She describes long stomach catarrh symptoms and insomnia before one bottle brought marked improvement. Tanlac is now sold at several Cumberland area pharmacies with local stores advertising the product.

Baltimore F. B. Pennington Druid Hill Avenue

Lincoln Centennial Banquet Planned in Springfield Tomorrow

Springfield hosts its annual Lincoln birthday banquet with tables at the State Armory. Notable guests from many states will attend. Speakers include Senators L Y Sherman James Hamilton Lewis and U S Solicitor General John William David.

Springfield Lil Lincoln Centennial Association Lincoln L. Y. Sherman James Hamilton Lewis John William David United States

Cumberland Square Deal Pledge For City Council

A candidate pledges a continuance of business administration and improvements for Cumberland. He asks the people of Cumberland for a square deal in the city council race.

Cumberland

Kean declares candidacy for Cumberland mayor

George A. Kean announces his bid for mayor of Cumberland and seeks voter support. The statement frames a formal campaign launch and calls for backing from the electorate.

Cumberland George A. Kean

Candidate H L Smith Seeks City Council Seat

Harry L. Smith announces his candidacy for City Councilman pledging strict economy lower taxes and full dedication to office duties.

Harry L. Smith

John L. McLaughlin Seeks Cumberland City Commissioner

John L. McLaughlin announces his candidacy for Cumberland City Commissioner, pledging to serve the city with his best endeavors and seeking support and influence from voters.

Cumberland

Local Candidate Seeks City Council Support

A volunteer candidate announces run for City Council promising full-time dedication to the office and the city, appealing to all voters for backing and engagement in public service.

August Thuss Sr Seeks City Council Seat

August Thuss Sr announces candidacy for city councilman, supporting the commission form of government and pledging full-time dedication to office duties.

August Thuss, SR

Jacob D George for City Council Campaign Pledge

Jacob D George pledges full time to council duties if elected and vows an earnest effort to reduce city taxes.

City Council Bid by Adam LeBeck Seeks Voter Support

Adam LeBeck announces a bid for city councilor and pledges full-time dedication to duties if nominated and elected. He urges all voters to support his campaign and leadership.

Adam Lebeck

Thomas McBride Candidate for City Council

The brief notes Thomas McBride as a candidate for city council with candidacy details and巳 party affiliation to be announced if elected.

Oscar Eyerman Seeks City Council Reelection

Oscar A. Eyerman pledges to pay strict attention to council duties and work in the community's interests if renominated and elected to the city council.

Oscar A. Eyerman

Cumberland City Commissioner Candidate Pledges Tax Reduction

A Cumberland candidate for city commissioner pledges to dedicate time to official duties and push for economical business administration to reduce city taxes. The bid emphasizes attentive governance and fiscal restraint to lower the tax burden for residents.

William H. Cole Seeks City Council Seat for Taxpayer Focus

A candidate named William H. Cole pledges to give the office the attention it deserves and work in the interest of taxpayers and citizens if elected.

Cumberland Notice of Voter Registration Session 1916

Notice of a five day voter registration period in Cumberland from February 21 to February 25 1916 during 9 AM to 7 PM each day. D Newton Brown and officials oversee registration transfers corrections under Maryland General Election Law. National and local election processes are described with schedule details.

State of Maryland

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Somerset Johnstown Somerset- Cambria History of the Henscreek Somerset & Cambria Rookwood Cox's Creek Rockwood-Somerset Rockwood Daniel Willard The Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Edwin C. Washburn New York Mr. Washburn Is Senator W. D. Washburn Minnesota Hountion Maj. W. T. Hunter Western W. M Western Maryland Railway Company Rockville Robert A. Coe Kensington Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Company Coe Cumperland Chewsville Edison West Orange N. J Thomas A. Edison Mr. Edison Patent Office Porce London George Earl of Derby Derby London Mansion House Sential Sherife’s Sale Peter C. McFarland Third National Bank Lichtenstein's Frostburg Shupe's Lonaconing Campbell's Pharmacy Westernport Paul's Oakland Gonder’s Pharmacy Tanlac Thomas W. Koon DR. T. A. K. Hummelshime Joseph Schriver Daniel E. Fisher John L. McLaughlin Harry Irvine Lady Roomers Fayette Fel Baltimore &J. Felvtt Sanner Fish Market Bedford Sam Stelio Union Woolen Mills Water Street Janelln Eckhart Mt. Savage Corriganville Sloan Old Town Keyser Romney Hyndman Qien Bros Rochester N.Y Miller's Dye Works Mechanic St Seymour St D. P. Cubbage Maryland Ave Wood Street C. L. Long E. Main Street Harrison St Columbia Street Pelos Rlice Fayette St John D. Lippold N. Lee Street Washington St Fins Bedford St Narrows Mechanic Street Frederick Street Altamont White’s Hall Virginia Avenue W. C. White Lurber Co J. H. Holtzshu & Co Splendid Turner’s Drug Store Harrison Street George Wv Landwehr John G. Miller Manasonic Temple W. Carl Richards Cleave Building Ead Cumberland Press Fevsat Apply & Care Press Wocs Schonter Liberty Street W. V Joan W. Snyder Pennsylvania Cumberland, Md Williams Road Boyd A. Reinhart Jacob D, George F. F. Lockenott Centre St McCool Bridge W. Va C. Frank Keyser Thomas McBride Rudolph Guenther, Inc Broad St N. Y. City M. Eichelberger Joseph L. Sell Sapulpa Refining Equitable Blog Baltimore, MD William H. Cole D. Newton Brown Anthony A. Minke City of A. W. Straub Warren W. Erwin William N. Cowles Calvin Tompkins Jesse E. Pope Warren W. Erwin & CO New York Stock Exchange West Washington ST Hagerstown, MD General Investment and Stock Exchange Stock Exchange A. H. M. Saltonstall, Mgr A. N. Golladay S. Center St A Ross Mullin John C. Wolford South Liberty Street J. H. Dailey North Centre Street W. E. Turner Louis Stein North Centre St Florida Land of Sunshine Savannah Jacksonville Car & Miner Transportation W. P. Turner Western Maryland Railway Hagerstown Gettysburg Philadelphia Pittsburgh West Elkina Belington Davis Intermediate Goinks Durin Hancock Westminster Daily Express Waynesboro Chambersburg Meyersdale Dally—-Elkins ENNES F. Stewart Wenger Este Yoonew Bart'n Boesspure Frosth Sheymont Sen
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