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Newspaper

Cumberland Press

Location

Cumberland, Maryland, United States of America

Date

Feb 29, 1916

Page

8

Preacher Attacks Borland Plan to Lengthen Government Hours

Rev. Martin, former pastor of Frostburg, denounces Rep Borland's plan to add hours for government workers as extortion not economy. He argues higher pay and fewer statues or distant buildings show true economy, criticizing proposals to cut salaries and extend workdays harming laborers.

Dunutte M. B. Church Wash An. Martin First Methodist Episcopal Frostburg Repres Rev. Martin Congress Rev. Mar Milage Borland Mincrease

Cumberland Musicals Aim to Forge a Large City Ensemble

John Whip calls Cumberland citizens to form a major musical organization uniting vocal and instrumental groups. He cites past societies dating back to 1881, notes efforts have lasted briefly, and invites residents to enroll at the Cumberland Choral Union meetings to build a lasting, European-style society.

Cumberland Cumberland Musical Association Cumberland Choral Club Cumberland Choral Union City Hall Hayden John Whip

Through Window Would-Be Assassin Attacks Victim at Home

In a Maryland town on February 29 an assailant fired through a window at George Wasson as he sat with friends. Aimed shots struck his face neck and arms. glass fragments hit Miss Palmer causing head injuries. Dr. says Wasson will recover.

Funeral and society notes from Lonaconing area

The funeral for Mrs Alexander Greenhorn is set for Wednesday at 2 p.m. from Douglas Avenue with Rev H L Earnest officiating and Oak Hill Cemetery as the resting place. Attendees include relatives from West Virginia Kentucky Ohio and Washington DC. Also reported are attendance at the Keyser Coney game from Oakland and various local social notes including Parker Wilkinson’s death and several travel and illness updates.

Alexander Greenhorn Douglas Avenue H. L. Earnest Oak Hill Cemetery Minor Martin Thomas W. Va G. M. Martin Stone, Ky Harry Martin Brooklyn N. Y Dickson Martin Weelsbury Geo. McMillan John McMillan Pierce John Greenhorn Washington, D. C Oakland Virginia Helbig Beatrice Rafferty Wm. Browning Ernest Liller Michael Kelly Leo Lyon Mike Boyle Marguire Corney Abe Lawton Mike Turney Percy France Harold Dawson Ed. Chance Norman Reidler

Baltimore Briefs Cover Religion Crime and Transit News

Rev Alfred R Hussey condemns evangelists using sensational campaigns and eternal damnation threats tied to Billy Sunday in Baltimore. William F Haselbaugh admits two wives after a suicide attempt and cites Sunday’s image. Quarantine station status n Baltimore debated as coast cities shift to federal control. Albert Hignutt held after wounding brother. Ruth St Denis criticizes Sundays dancing. A motorman Andrew 25 dies from self inflicted gunshot. Eastern Shore boat lines seen continuing after April 1 as PRR ends. Columbia Gas plans to present natural gas rollout to city board. Elks prepare for July convention in Baltimore. Theodore Maske dies after car crash near Forestville. George Hignutt dies in Hickmary Care County after shooting. Emergency clamp at Faston notes. Peabody trustees present statue gift from Miss Alice Karr at Odyn...

Baltimore William F. Haselbaugh Billy Sunday Albert Hignutt Hickmean Caroline County Denton Ruth St. Denis Belvedere Andrew Stafford Street Pennsylvania Railroad Columbia Gnas Company Board of Estimates Elks Bie Theodore Maske Prince George County Washington ForrestVille George Hignutt Hickmary Care County Faston W. F Trustees

Leap Year Ball at Mount Savage Draws Big Turnout

Mt. Savage hosts a Leap Year ball at Mullaney's Hall with 25 plus couples, out of town guests, Kaplan's Orchestra, and late refreshments. Mr. and Mrs. William Yutty lead the grand march as local community events and social news follow.

Mullaney’s Hall Mt. Savage Kaplan William Yutty

Eb Bets Buys Hickman From Federal League

President Eb Bets of the Brooklyn Nationals buys outfielder Hickman from the Baltimore Federals. Edward J. Monroe, a Brooklyn catcher, is released to the Topeka club of the Western League. Harvey Russell, a Baltimore Federal catcher last year, is purchased by the Chicago Cubs.

Bets Brooklyn Nationals Hickman Baltimore Federals Edward J. Monroe Brooklyn Topeka Harvey Russell Baltimore Federal Chicago Cubs

Rosenbaum's Annual Sale Advertises Spring Underwear

Beginning tomorrow, Rosenbaum's annual sale features muslin underwear, new spring suits, axe coats, clay coats, and house dresses at special prices. Rosenbaum Bros. advertisement.

Rosenbaum Rosenbaum Bros

Amick Seeks City Council Seat On Finance Record

Arthur H. Amick a business leader and current commissioner of finance announces candidacy for the city council. He pledges strict economy and a businesslike administration, aiming to serve the entire city with diligent duty in the finance department.

Arthur H. Amick Amick

Promoter Seeks Ray vs Dailey Bout in Johnstown

Johnstown Florida February 29 promoter John Donny Sunday proposed Johnny Ray of Pittsburgh meet Frankie Dailey of Toledo in a ten round bout at Casino Johnstown March 16 with Ray receiving 25 percent of gate receipts. Dailey has signified willingness to fight in this city and a deal could be clinched if Ray accepts the terms offered by Donny.

Ley Johnstown Dailey Ray Doran

Preparedness for Spring Bonnet at Reiley's

The note of the day invites a visit to Reiley's The Reiley Co Inc for a new spring bonnet Feb 29 advertisement highlighting seasonal fashion.

Reiley’s The Reiley Co., Inc

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OIREC Costburg M. E Prof. Whittaker A. Bu Villa Tonial Belg Aco Charles Town Saven James Pegi W. Va Board of Public Works Allons Wilold Din Smith Jack Dilionaries Lonaconing Greenhorn Parker Wilkinson Gilmore John Broadback Geo. Timney Star Junction Nicol Charles D. Pearson Uniontown M. Preston Connellsville Wm. Beaman Fayette City Maryland Alfred R. Hussey First Independent Christ Unitarian Church Franklin and Charles Streets the Peabody Institute Alice Karr Chesapeake Cabin Johr John Brown Hage L Negro Susan Dixon Hike Dirt Universal Cleaner Mae Mount Savage Charles Rice Herbert Burns Leona Burall Chas. Rice George (Rice George Burall Rosella Rice Bradley Rice Longfellow America St. Patrick’s High School B. Kuhlmann A. Farrell Edith Moran George Stevens National Albert Charles George Henry Midland J. W. Gindinberg Maryland Casualty Company W. Cole Edward Smith Miners’ Hospital Milton Elliott Hyndman Samuel Elliott Anna M. Larkin Jno D. Farrell Allegany Hospital Harry Sampson New York A. H. Amick Finance Ienpoxtent Sale Holtzman’s Automobile Cyril B. Geare Seaver and Geare Edison Mazda New Victor Records March Records Victrola Baltimore ST Wiesel Cumberland, MD Hummelshire Frederick Street Buick Glisan Campobello Third National Bank Building J. H. Holzshu & CO the’ Lazarus Millinery Cumberland Leuiry Edison Electric Illuminating Co North Liberty ST Eran Bedford and Decatur Streets Desales Glick Real Estate
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