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Newspaper
Cumberland Press
Location
Cumberland, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jan 01, 1916
Page
4
The piece discusses debt collection and prudent business habits, noting how timely bill payments boost confidence and local commerce. It also defends neutral rights and condemns belligerent actions that infringe on neutral vessel freedom, arguing against interning individuals based on nationality.
Government weighs whether civilians who enlist in the French army or aid its officers should be treated as military entrants. Some sympathizers urge neutrality while officials note oath takers maintain American ties and could be considered quasi military if they serve with armed forces.
The Cumberland Press highlights an appeal for aid to destitute people in Berlin. The American Association of Commerce and Trade and the American colony administer relief to suffering Germans harmed by war. The piece urges prompt charitable response to German distress, aligned with neutrality and humanitarian aims.
President Wilson proclaims a national day for Polish relief contributions. Citizens may send funds to the American Red Cross in Washington, D C for proper distribution. The article notes local Polish residents and others ready to show sympathy for Poland.
The article notes New York tops London in population figures after war losses and a London miscount, though it may not be a greater city. It states New York is about a quarter million larger and that this is four years after the last census.
New York theater notes highlight Grace George in Major Barbara at the Playhouse with a Shaw contract requiring fifty consecutive performances. Maude Adams and Peter Pan at the Empire loom, while Stop Look Listen at the Globe features Gaby Deslys and Irving Berlin.
Official 1911 figures show London county housing 4 521 358 people while New York city in 1910 had 4 766 883. Including outer London the metro area reaches 7 251 358 versus Greater New York at 7 383 871. The writer notes Wheeling could resemble a city if its outlying areas were counted.
A dated verse expresses weariness with the New Year and the passage of time. The speaker rejects festive hype, calling themselves blasé and self aware, claiming ongoing excitement has run dry and that the new cycle feels repetitive and unremarkable.
A humorous collage shows riffs on tires and advertising boasts, mixed with quips about friends and Uncle Joe, then satire on marriage, etiquette and modern life. The piece blends consumer ramblings, social jabs, and light verse with nameless bits and cartoonish lines.
Dialogues open with a birthday tease at a house session. A Sage quips on desire as age increases, while the Fool asks about twins, sparking a light exchange on growing numbers and family.
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