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Newspaper

Cumberland Press

Location

Cumberland, Maryland, United States of America

Date

Jan 14, 1916

Page

10

Court of Appeals rules against Maryland tax claim on B and O Railroad

The Court affirms a Baltimore decision holding the state cannot tax the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad’s gross receipts within Maryland for 1895 to 1908. The case centered on Chapter 155 of 1878 and Section 48 of Article 3, with the court ruling the 1878 act was a valid contract enforceable despite later amendments. The $1,000,000 dispute is thus resolved in favor of the railroad.

Annapolis Court of Appeals Stockbridge Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Superior Court of Baltimore Court of ‘Appeals Washington Metropolitan Baltimore and Ohio

Rail and Workmen Compensation Appeals in Kanawha County

Appeals before the West Virginia Supreme Court involve Chesapeake & Ohio seeking to stop injunctions that require confiscating intoxicating beverages from passengers on via trains. The widow of Jerome Gooding contests a denial of mine death pension. Heavy rains trigger a 100 by 40 foot landslide on the Western Maryland Railroad at Little Orleans blocking traffic nine hours. detours used via Baltimore and Ohio and clearance occurred at noon.

Sion Supreme Court of Appeals Chesapeake & Ohio Mailroad Company West Virginia Jerome Gooding Workmen's Compensation Department Henry Western Maryland Railroad Little Orleans This County Baltimore and Ohio

Coal from Norfolk Reaches Baltimore Ports in New Pattern

The Norfolk coal supply reaches Baltimore via tug Dauntless and barges J. H. Harvis and Safety from Norfolk to Sparrows Point. C. T. Rowland loads coal for Curtis Bay plant as Norfolk shipments increase. A wheel burst derailed cars on the Connellsville Division near Woodcock Hollow about 9:30 last night, delaying traffic until after midnight.

Newcastle Baltimore Norfolk Consolidation Coal Company Dauntless Sparrows Point J. H. Harvis Safety C. T. Rowland Curtis Bay Connellsville Wester Maryland Woodcock Hollow

Court Battle Over Custody In Chicago Divorced Parents

In a Chicago court a custody dispute ended with the mother Mrs. H. J. Bryant retaining the children after divorce. The father Charles W. Gillett was granted weekly visitation, one day each week, under the judge's ruling.

Chicago Charles W. Gillett H. J. Bryant

Man claims 40 airships to bomb Berlin in a day

Winnipeg reporter notes W. J. De La Mars of Roblin plans to depart for Washington to perfect 40 airships. He says they would carry nitro glycerine and gasoline, travel 160 miles per hour, remain aloft 26 days, and be split for British navy trials in Washington or defense of North American shores.

Winnipeg Man W. J. de la Mars Roblin Washington Berlin

Cumberland mayoral bid vows business growth and improvements

A political advertisement announces a candidate for Cumberland mayor focusing on continuity in administration and urban improvements. The message emphasizes steady leadership and economic development initiatives for the city.

Cumberland

Dye tariff hearings begin in Washington on dye industry aid

The House Ways and Means Committee opened hearings on a Hill of Connecticut bill to raise duties on certain chemical imports to aid a domestic dye industry. Chemical and textile manufacturers back the goal but split over the anti dumping clause and its practicality.

House Ways and Means Hill Connecticut Secretary of Commerce

Harry L. Smith Announces Candidacy for City Council

City resident Harry L. Smith declares his bid for City Council with pledges of strict economy lower taxes and full‑time dedication to office duties. He asks voters for support across the electorate.

Harry L. Smith Saletf

Kean Declares Candidacy for Cumberland Mayor

George A. Kean announces his bid for mayor of Cumberland and solicits the support of all voters. He signs the statement with his name and respect.

George A. Kean Cumberland

Adam LeBeck Announces Candidacy for City Commissioner

Adam LeBeck declares his run for city commissioner and asks voters for support. He pledges to devote all his time to office duties if nominated and elected.

Candidate for Cumberland City Commissioner March 7 1916

Joseph L Sell announces his candidacy for Cumberland City Commissioner in the upcoming primary on March 7 1916. He pledges time to duties and an economical business administration to reduce city taxes.

Joseph L. Sell Cumberland

Winter Club Seeks Janitor C H Freeze Chosen

A Winter club announces C. H. Freeze of Hamilton Ohio as the man to act as janitor. The notice is signed by G. W. E. and specifies Winter as the posting location.

Luke C. H. Freeze Hamilton Ohio

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