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Newspaper
Cumberland Press
Location
Cumberland, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 1916
Page
5
Streetts Bakery reports heavy demand for its Jitney Buns described as wholesome palatable and delicious. The ad urges customers to test the buns with a nickel for a dozen and share the success to help meet rising demand.
Hear Ye announces exclusive right to manufacture Streett's Jitney Buns in the territory. Imitations appear from other bakers, but buyers are urged to demand Streett's and to look for the Streett label on every dozen buns to avoid being duped. Streett promises quality tied to their brand.
The Cumberland Department of Health presents its 1915 annual report to the Mayor and City Council. It details lower diphtheria and scarlet fever rates, a reduced typhoid fever count, vaccination efforts, and notes on milk safety, housing, and nuisances. Recommendations push for a dairy and milk inspector, infant welfare nurse, meat and food inspector, and a sanitary inspector to sustain gains.
Springfield Illinois citizens publish the seventh social survey report titled The Charities of Springfield Illinois. The study by Francis H. McLean analyzes 1764 families in 1918 receiving aid and outlines efficiency in charity to reduce dependency, with recommendations across health housing schools and public services.
The Victor Shoe Repair Company opens at 17 North Mechanic Street in the Blant building beside the Maryland Theatre. Mont Eyler leads operations with years of shoemaking experience. The shop promises high quality leather and top shoe making machinery and offers made to measure footwear.
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