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Newspaper
Cumberland Press
Location
Cumberland, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Mar 09, 1914
Page
4
The statement proclaims purification of politics with decency as the watchword and vows endorsement only for men of clean reputation who respect family honor and public opinion. It asserts leadership must reflect the best in conduct and threatens retirement from favor if the standard is not met.
A New York State legislative resolution seeks an investigation and possible laws to curb modern dances such as the tango and turkey trot amid broad opposition. Supporters cite cabarets and ragtime as immoral, while critics note widespread dancing persists in ballrooms and public halls nationwide.
Colonel Henry Kirby defends closed proceedings for Major Koehler of the Coast Artillery as the War Department’s order for openness is overruled. The Cumberland Press asserts dignity of the service while urging no Star Chamber actions. The case draws special scrutiny due to its influence.
Officials acknowledge public interest in potential crimes and urge full reporting by newspapers. The quote underscores a push for transparency, with Colonel Kirby noting that the army shares no bias against disclosing matters of public concern.
A sensational report suggests Venustiano Carranza has been energized by a mysterious needle leading to a bolder stance with Villa. Carranza denies close ties to England while claiming Villa follows his directives in international matters. The piece questions voice authenticity and future actions.
A humorous roundup notes women’s roles from sewing to social flair and shopping. It jokes about wives needing no chores while gossiping and bridging, and mocks civic pride tests and fashion fads such as red, white and blue wigs. It closes with a playful nudge for women to involve firemen in crochet for charity.
Frostburg and Cumberland readers discuss mayoral tickets and the suffrage issue. Letters argue against women voting, urging focus on home life and moral reform, while a Washington note reports a proposal to prevent cross border water pollution.
A miscellany of jokes and quips about Pancho Villa, politics, fashion, and daily life. Short items reference Pancho Villa, Hearst, Pankhurst, Albanian royal topics, and social humor on marriages and manners. Spiky newspaper jabs mirror turn‑of‑the‑century chatter and playful satire.
Congressman Charles Creighton Carlin of Virginia is celebrated for his public schooling and law education at National Law University. He served as a Democratic presidential elector in 1904 and was elected to the Sixtieth Congress to fill a vacancy after John F. Rixey's death, later re-elected to the Sixty-first sixty-second and sixty-third Congresses.
The notation lists births of 1451 Americus Vespucius 1773 Isaac Hull and 1815 David Davis alongside the 1862 battle between the Monitor and the Merrimac. It presents a sequence of notable individuals and a significant naval engagement from Civil War history.
A state School of Methods of the Christian church opens in Hutchinson today and runs through March 14. David H. Owen of Topeka leads the conference with top instructors from across the country, guiding Bible school workers and teachers attending.
A mass meeting of florists organized by the Florists Union of America was held in New York on March 9. Attendees heard addresses by A. Wustrow general organizer of the union and T. Philips, both longtime fighters for florists’ rights.
A major suffrage gathering convenes in Birmingham with Dr. Anna Howard Shaw in attendance despite a recent accident. The talks target Alabama opposition led by Representative Underwood who opposed agitation for women’s rights in the state. Suffragists announce active campaigning and a senatorial candidate endorses suffrage.
Salem reports March 9 a statewide announcement by State Superintendent Churchill declaring the entire second week of March as Alfalfa Week. Schools will focus language lessons on alfalfa growing highlighting its importance to livestock and soil fertility nationwide.
Parrons of The Cumberland Press urge subscribers to report late or irregular delivery. The office seeks timely delivery and prompt carrier service, asking patrons to notify the office promptly with complaints. Office hours are each evening.
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