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Newspaper
Cumberland Press
Location
Cumberland, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jan 28, 1916
Page
6
In Washington, the Austro Hungarian embassy staff are actively trying to smooth difficulties with the United States caused by losses of American lives in submarine warfare.
Special correspondent reports that G W Munford transcripts show only about 5 to 25 percent favor repeal. Delegates Campbell and Stump defend the law, citing statements that most laboring men support it and that repeal would harm honest workers.
Helene H. Britton owner of the St. Louis Cardinals is eager to sell the club after several unprofitable years. Reports say a son of a former Federal League player has made an offer for the team.
The text quotes Mr Stump opposing a repeal move urged by an Allegany delegation. It argues the request tolerates an irresponsible and dishonest minority and finds no common sense or consistency in the argument.
The Cumberland representative says he will vote against the repeal of Stump's Attachment Law citing letters and petitions from the Allegany Delegation. He credits himself with starting a movement for an Armory and urges sending the bill to delegation Chairman Mr. Herpich for appropriate recognition.
Congressman Gregg of Texas, chairman of the war claims committee, plans a new framework to pay Civil War era claims against the United States. Previously such payments depended on claimant loyalty, blocking many southerners. The loyalty clause was repealed at the last session.
Smith asks what it was and Jones says he decided each night before sleep to stay awake. The quote is attributed to a member of the Automobile Club of Maryland. Applications can be obtained at the Presa office.
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