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Newspaper
Cumberland Press
Location
Cumberland, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Mar 23, 1914
Page
4
Washington records Eleanor Wilson daughter of the President plans a June wedding to Secretary McAdoo. Her wish for fuss and feathers prompts speculation on lavish gifts from House members and possibly Senators and Supreme Court Justices contributing to a common fund for a suitable present.
A collage of humorous clippings and quips from newspapers. It cites inventors like Watt Fulton and Beebe and includes jokes about Prohibition and social scenes. The piece blends satire with light portraits of everyday life and curiosities.
The piece argues Americans seek rewards for notable achievement and may push figures like Dewey Schley and Goethals toward national office. It notes Goethals is level headed, rejects political bids, and suggests presidency or governorship would test his temperament and public reaction.
Chicago publication notes fiction loses favor as readers tire of sensational muckraking and sex themes. Real life events, presented daily, outshine exaggerated think stories and compel readers to stay informed. The editor cautions against unfounded attacks calling it muckraking merely to shield rogues.
Gossip and political chatter mix in this collage of lines. Mentions include Benton killing rumors about Secretary Bryan’s voice and cautions on Colquitt for a Mexican pacification job. A digression about suffragette colonies and divorce politics follows with sharp, wry commentary.
Epitirial Sparks prepare for a practice session in Torreon as the team nears the April start, with the group focusing on key drills and strategy in the coming days.
In New York on March 23 Jesse Skinner was arrested for begging and sent to the work house for a month. He admitted earning up to 30 dollars a night and had two hired men to warn him of police. Detectives intervened after disguises and fashion noted during custody.
New York officials debate cooperative depots with a 35000 dollar initial appropriation to fund market sales. The Housewives League backs the plan endorsing state operation to curb current market evils, with legislature watchers awaiting action by lawmakers.
San Francisco report states J Parker Whitney faces trial on Mann white slave act charges brought by Genevieve Hannan. Whitney, described as wealthy and well known though not a millionaire, pleads not guilty claiming blackmail.
A chaotic note lists various odd items from London about bear shipments, tipping bans at the New York Athletic Club, and a playful column about a robin in spring. The piece also jokes about politics and public affairs with satirical asides on insurance frauds and bank deposits.
D. E. MacMillan a Rio Janeiro merchant argues Roosevelt angered South Americans with actions in the region. He recalls Roosevelt's reception and palace visit, and notes a 33 000 bill presented to the Historical Society meeting, paid without objection as courtesy.
New York March 23 ministers of Greater New York received letters urging support for Mayor Mitchel's five police bills. They are asked to mobilize clergy and lay members to prevent the measures from slumbering in the Legislature and to press for passage.
Highlights recall Don Carlos Buell born 1818 and Schuyler Colfax born 1823. Aguinaldo was captured in 1901. The 1908 Mutsu Maru sank near Hakodate with 500 dead. 1910 Western Railway strike averted by mediation. 1911 nine hour Sonora battle as Mexicans warned not to cross into the U S. 1912 Maine wreck victims buried in Arlington. 1812 Albekrinoff and a passenger die when a plane crashes at Sebastopol.
Joseph Polinsky of Brooklyn is 22 today. Orphaned fifteen years ago, he began as a morning newsboy and became the breadwinner for his family. His perseverance funded education for his siblings and himself, and he has grown into a promising young lawyer in Brooklyn.
Lawrence Chamberlain for the Investment Bankers' Association of America argues profits from securities sales are not excessive. He asserts experienced men must inspire investor confidence and notes heavy expenses. He disputes Louis D Brandeis's Money Trust articles, saying price differences between buy and sell do not constitute profits.
Montreal March 23 The executives of the International Ladies' Garment Workers Union convene to discuss a Paris organizers request and the Montreal cloakmakers demands. They will decide on how employers should respond and whether the 3,000 Montreal workers will strike this spring.
Victoria Texas March 21 Merchants and farmers celebrate the first trade day in the city. Farmers have crops in the ground and attend to enjoy merchant bar gains and to participate in athletic and debating contests. The Department of Agriculture has sent speakers to address the meetings.
Ex Governor Patterson of Tennessee will discuss Prohibition in Fort Worth tomorrow afternoon and in Dallas in the evening under the Texas Anti-Saloon League auspices. The league has pursued Patterson for some time, but his National Association duties delayed the tour.
In Philadelphia March 238 the joint scale committee of the miners and operators of the United Mine Workers of America will confer to further consider a two year working agreement.
Patersons of The Cumberland Press request subscribers report any delivery delays or irregularities. The paper aims to please by delivering news promptly and before supper. Patience and prompt complaints help improve service. the Press office is open each evening.
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