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Newspaper
Cumberland Press
Location
Cumberland, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1915
Page
3
The Cumberland Press lists subscription costs and delivery options. One year at eight dollars in advance, monthly at eighty five cents, and a six cent weekly carrier delivery. Advertising rates are available on request at 109 Baltimore Street, with phone contact 592.
The Cumberland and Westernport Electric Railway is praised for fair wages and safe service. The piece notes fare cuts, low rates vs Baltimore Annapolis lines, new cars, and safety emphasis while urging public recognition. It recalls recent deaths and reflects on mortality and memory.
Dr. William Bullock Clark Maryland geologist and NASG president has written to Maryland lawmakers urging support for the Foster bill creating mining experiment and safety stations under the Federal Bureau of Mines. The measure may be considered in the House tomorrow after unanimous approval at a Philadelphia association meeting.
Local editors urge Clarksburg to fix the faulty house numbering system. They cite poorly marked streets hindering visitors and emergency services, calling for clear displays and standardized numbers to improve city image and safety. They warn of burglaries and police shortfalls and advise homeowners to protect homes.
Senator Thomas S. Martin of Virginia shares the distinction of ranking Democratic members in the Senate with Senator B R Tillman of South Carolina based on longevity. Since Serena Payne’s death, William A. Jones of Virginia leads the House in years of service, while Joseph G. Cannon of Illinois has the most years served though noncontinuous due to twice being displaced by a Democrat.
The Cumberland News complains about profanity counts while the Berkeley Springs Post ridicules the claim. The two papers spar over decency and language usage with regional jest and critique.
John J. Cornwell of Romney boasts that his democracy lasts through time and fire while clashing with George L. Bland and Shirley Mitchell. The digs recall Bland’s West Union Record editorship and Mitchell’s Wirt County News, now shifting allegiance to the Republican party.
The poem lists rulers from Bhutan to Bhopal joining a wider conflict, with Bir Bikram Bahadur Shah Shamsher of Jang and Nepalese Gurkhas mobilizing forces. It highlights fighters from Jats, Punjabis, Sikhs, Marathas, and regional Hindu rulers pledging to fight for their respective realms amid a looming war.
A compilation of brief items from North Fork to Oakland and beyond. Mrs. J Q Kelley visits. a switchboard building seeks bids. Earle Thrush takes a Spencer appointment. Leroy Carter enjoys time with his girl in the valley. Truman Hileman seeks work. Herbert Sims buys an organ. snow depth noted. Will Lohr recovers from illness. George Wass offers reward for stolen griddle greaser. Barley callers and local sympathies shared. pronunciation table for war readers. M P Moore named purchasing agent for New River Company.
A collage of humorous and homely maxims and banter from The Press Readers Panel. Jokes about marriage, honesty, manners, slang, and daily life reflect a late 19th or early 20th century sensibility with quips about love, fidelity, and social norms.
A street car powered by gasoline will run in Morgantown, developed by Amos Harold of Marion Ohio. The Morgantown and Wheeling Railway Co plans the line from Morgantown to Blacksville about 15 miles and then to Wheeling as an electric road. The project fits its originally electric plan, with the engine manufactured in Morgantown.
The Duchess d'Aosta acts as personal representative of Queen Helena of Italy in coordinating relief for earthquake victims. She travels to ruined towns to oversee aid and assist survivors.
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