Western clubs poised to claim national track title in 1924
Chicago writers forecast a Western club victory as national track and field championships approach with contenders from Olympic club San Francisco and Chicago A. A. among frontrunners. Eastern athletes like Pat Ryan and Ted Meredith loom as threats, while top West sprinters and jumpers including George Horine and Ward test mettle on Travers Island and in Boston trials ahead of the August San Francisco meet.
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Chicago
Seattle
Wash
A. G
New York
Boston
Central Association
Chicago A. A
San Francisco
Pat Ryan
Pat McDonald
Ted Meredith
Matt McGrath
Wesley Oler
Hannes Kolehmainen
W. H. Meanix
Homer Baker
Oler
Beeson
Olympic Club
George Horine
George Parker
Ward
Bostock
Gettysburg University
Fred Murray
Leland Stanford
Nolan
Dewey Knight
A. A
Meredith
Wilcox
Boston A. A
Wilkie
New York A. C
Dismond
West
Harry Liversedge
Cumberland Press publishes monthly mailing rate note
The Cumberland Press lists its publication cadence and subscription rates. It shows daily afternoon publication with a monthly mail rate of three dollars in advance and a twenty five cent carrier fee.
Cumberland’s Historic Fort Ligonier Event
An invitation to Cumberland officials to attend the July 3 unveiling of a large granite shaft at Fort Ligonier in Pennsylvania is noted. The article recalls Fort Ligonier’s 1758 founding, Forbes Road construction, and Washington era milestones, linking them to Cumberland’s regional interest and historical significance.
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Ligonier
Fort Ligonier
Cumberland
Fort Duquesne
Allegany Mountains
Washington
Wills Creek
Ligonter
John Forbes
Lord John Ligonier
Forbes Road
Henry Boquet
Fort Pitt
Bushy Run
National City Bank Opens South American Branches
The National City Bank of New York pioneered Yankee credit in Latin America by opening a Buenos Aires branch at the start of the war. That first Latin American US bank acted as a financial bridge, boosting both sides’ trade and using the American gold dollar. Now the parent bank plans branches in other key South and Central American centers, a move once thought unlikely.
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National City Bank of New York
Yankee Credit
South America
United States
National City Bank
Buenos Ayres
Latin America
How many ayes here in vote on Wilson treatment
The fragment asks for tally of ayes in a nationwide vote on President Wilson's treatment. It hints at a historical congressional or public opinion vote and the broader implications for policy or health care, though exact figures or context are unclear from the readable text.
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Wilson
French Artillery Officer Describes Hidden Fire Across Front
A French artillery captain on the northern front explains that despite weeks in place and casualties, he and his men have never seen the German enemy or the target. Guns fire from behind a ridge guided by distant observers over the telephone, a scene less appealing to Americans who prefer visible foes.
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France
A Daily Lesson in History Recalls Past Dates
A column lists notable anniversaries from history: Napoleon’s last farewell to his troops in 1815, the Sub-treasury bill debated in Congress in 1840 and approved July 4, 1840, Robert Ferguson the medical writer linked to Queen Victoria’s birth, and 1890 German merchants protesting the McKinley Tariff, reflecting on past events and figures.
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Napoleon
Congress
Treasury
Washington
Robert Ferguson
Edward VII
Queen Victoria
Windsor
Germany
United States
Birthday honorees and ages across national figures
John Dillon a long time Irish parliamentary leader is noted as turning 64 today. Rev William A Quayle bishop of the Methodist Episcopal Church is 55 today. Le Baron B Colt U S senator from Rhode Island is 69 today. Bert Whaling catcher for the Boston team is 28 today born in Los Angeles.
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John Dillon
Irish Parliamentary Party
William A. Quayle
Methodist Episcopal Church
Parkville
le Baron B. Colt
United States
Rhode Island
Dedham
Mass
Bert Whaling
Boston
Los Angeles
Lines Worth Re Membering
Remember this that there is a proper dignity and proportion to be observed in the performance of every act of life.
Odd Tips From Past Days Include Eggs From New Zealand And Pot Tips
Read of seven week voyage eggs arriving in London from New Zealand in excellent condition. Also notes on attar of roses distillation, coal heat with chalk, hot water pre-bake potatoes, lamp oil salting, egg substitute milk and vinegar, lemon in cream, sugar aids thickening, Berlin fire brigade salute drill, aluminum shoe soles for damp work.
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London
New Zealand
About Town JW 4H Sergeant Lynch and Angling Lore
A chronicle of Sergeant Charles Lynch of the local police department as a dedicated angler whose wide reading and field experience shape fishing lore. The piece praises his humor and generosity while noting his fondness for practical jokes and meticulous angling forecasts.
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Charles Lynch
Eisenhauer
Wall Paper Specials at Elyers 30 N Centre St
Advertising notice offers wallpaper at 2, 3, 4 and 5 cents per roll with a good line of golds at 5 cents. Elyers at 30 North Centre Street promotes savings on any grade of paper.
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Eylers
Centre St
Pleasure Seekers Cabaret Boat Run By Dryer's Floating Stage
Landis' String Band performs on Dryer's Floating Cabaret boat from Riverside Park Landing. Boat leaves hourly, five mile round trip for 10 cents, nightly on the hour through summer. Seating 250, swimming and picnic parties available by calling 1291 or 1242 R.
Brown October Ale Sarcasm and Warnings by Walt Mason
A satirical poem railing at brown October ale and wine for causing drunkenness and harm. It contrasts merry songs with the ruin of debt, head injury, and jail, warning that tavern cheer leads to sorrow and public danger.
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Walt Mason
Billy Sunday in Paterson Exposes City’s Aftermath
Poem recounts Billy Sunday’s visit to Paterson with forceful sermons and a charity collection. The speaker questions the impact of his oration, noting the city grew worse after his departure while condemning dissipation and urging reflection on moral reform.
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Billy Sunday
National Vocational Training Highlighted at Conference
New York on June 25 reports the Educational Conference and Exposition opening at the Twelfth Regiment Armory. The convention aims to make vocational training a national feature by uniting business leaders and educators to improve practical commercial and vocational education for graduates.
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New York
Twelfth Regiment
A Bit of Everything for The Press Readers
A collection of jokes and quips reflecting social norms and humor of the era. Topics range from bigamy and wisdom to fashion, romance, and Prohibition jokes. Includes witty exchanges about fathers, mothers, and everyday life. Contains multiple short gags and light editorial humor.
Mortgagee Sale of Surplus Land Near Cumberland
Assignee of mortgage offers at public sale on July 10 1915 at 10 am a tract of 30.1 acres part of THE SURPRISE near Oldtown Road two miles from Cumberland Allegany County Maryland. Sale at corner Liberty and Baltimore Streets. Terms cash.
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Benjamin P. Huff
Geo. H. Grabenstein
Allegany County
Liberty and
Baltimore Streets
Cumberland
Maryland
Oldtown Road
City of
H. W. Schaidt
George H. Grabenstein
Katie Grabenstein
Sabra J. Huff
J. W. S. Cochrane
Mortguageo
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