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Newspaper
Cumberland Press
Location
Cumberland, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 1916
Page
9
Campaign to recruit members at the B and O Y M C A opens tomorrow with high interest. Letters praise the association from railroad officials and workers, highlighting religious services, meals, and lodging as reasons for belonging.
Commissioner Lee Ott reversed a prior decision and granted compensation to the family of Michael Stanko who died at Wierton from muscular cramps. He ruled the cause an occupational ailment rather than a work injury under the act. The piece notes railroads face few layoffs for boiler makers and rely on training apprentices.
Washington officials plan a two night diplomatic dinner due to two rival groups of resident ambassadors in Washington. The first dinner tonight honors allied ambassadors and attaches. next Tuesday the German–American alliance representatives will be hosted.
Mrs Norman de R Whitehouse is named president of the New York State Woman Suffrage Party succeeding Mrs Carrie Chapman Catt, who resigns to lead the national organization. Whitehouse resides in New York City.
In a letter to the National Security League Theodore Roosevelt argues peace is not the absence of danger but the need for facts and preparedness. He calls for universal military training, mandatory service, a sizable regular army, and a compulsory national duty to defend the nation. He warns that peaceful years have produced higher casualties than prior wars and condemns those who resist action.
A human interest piece examines a father’s return and his realization of his daughter’s choice to marry wealth. The narrative centers on social pressures, personal dignity, and the perception of worth in a changing era.
A political advertisement pledges continued focus on business administration and improvements in Cumberland. The message emphasizes ongoing leadership and policy stability to drive local progress.
The feature highlights Anna Ganns who produces about 800 pounds of candy each day, a remarkable scale that draws curiosity about her methods and routines. The article profiles the worker behind the candy operation and hints at the craft and effort involved.
Harry L. Smith announces his candidacy for City Council with pledges of strict economy and a lower tax rate. He seeks full-time dedication to duties and asks voters for support.
C Frank Keyser announces his run for Cumberland City Commissioner promising best efforts if elected and seeking support from voters and supporters in the city.
Adam Lebeck announces candidacy for City Commissioner and asks voters for support. He pledges to devote all his time to the duties of the office if nominated and elected.
Joseph L. Sell announces his candidacy for City Commissioner of Cumberland in the March 7, 1916 primary. He pledges to devote time to duties and pursue economical businesslike city administration to reduce taxes.
William H. Cole files for the office of City Councilman promising to devote attention to taxpayer interests and citizen welfare if elected. The statement highlights Cole's intent to serve and prioritize municipal affairs.
Schedule shows daily train departures from Cumberland to multiple destinations including Hagerstown Gettysburg Baltimore Philadelphia New York Pittsburgh and more with times 2 10 AM 8 22 AM 7 00 AM 7 15 AM 1 30 PM 4 05 PM 4 15 PM and sleeper occupancy at 9 30 PM emerging from system led by C F Stewart general manager and general passenger agent area.
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