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Newspaper
Cumberland Press
Location
Cumberland, Maryland, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1914
Page
8
London marks the 400th anniversary of Trinity House founded by a charter of Henry VIII on May 20, 1614. Notables from government and opposition attend the ceremony as the organization faces past fires and continues its maritime welfare mission.
Opera star Mme Lillian Nordica, who died recently at Batavia Java, drew up her last will on the Tasman on December 27 as the ship struck a reef off the New Zealand coast. She asked Governor Alva Adams of Colorado, a fellow passenger, to help prepare the document.
An old ad touts GETS-IT as a simple corn remover that dries fast and doesn’t irritate skin. It promises relief from cutting and gouging, sticking plasters, and salves, with a quick one two three application sold by druggists or mailed by E Lawrence & Co in Chicago.
Consolidation Coal Company has begun filling an order for one million tons of coal for lake trade and expects contracts for at least two million tons. The arrangement promises four months of steady operation, employing 11,900 workers statewide and about 3,000 in the Clarksburg district with a monthly payroll near $90,000.
Six full engine crews stationed at Rockwood on eastbound freight trains over the mountains are discontinued indefinitely. The order is posted in Rockwood yards and reports say crews will not return to Rockwood, with future runs moved to Somerset or Meyersdale when business increases.
The 1914 Maryland act amends Cumberland charter to authorize condemnation of a fifty foot wide water conduit right of way from Fort Hill Reservoir to the Mason and Dixon Line, with procedures akin to railroad condemnations and provisions for disputes, other laws repealed, effective upon passage.
Margaret Tyson 17 daughter of William B Tyson of Wempe Street died at Western Maryland Hospital after recovering from scarlet fever but succumbing to general paralysis. Thomas BF Judd 62 died at 11 this morning. funeral likely 4 PM tomorrow. Infant of James Griffin on Gay Street died at 2 PM today.
Bricker of the Lee Hive Shoe Store welcomes a ten pound girl born at 115 Green Street last night. Mrs. Bricker is doing well and will manage her household soon. Robert L. Lowery, another Bee Hive worker, returned to Ellerslie Maryland after celebrating his 21st birthday. Rumor hints at inheritance plans by the cashier.
The Hopkins Furniture Co. advertises carload buying across several cities including Richmond and Washington. O B Hopkins leads the firm with 18 years in the trade and J Logan Hopkins oversees Baltimore street operations aided by C W Mothershead. The notice urges readers to compare Hopkins ads with the goods and promises best prices and no substitutions. The piece also notes the funeral of Mrs. John Dowling in Johnstown PA with services in Mt. Savage MD and remarks by Monsignor Royle.
In Washinon on May 15 a government erected Barry monument honoring Commodore John Barry will be unveiled with ceremonies extending to morrow. Barry, a key naval figure after independence, is saluted for courage patriotism and ability. The unveiling includes a 100-voice Glee Club from the Friendly Sons of St Patrick of New York and Irish music. Thousands of Barry clan members and visitors attend this capital city event.
Police investigate a rain coat and a suitcase stolen from postal clerk R. B. Browning at Queen City station between here and Connellaville. Painter Robert Nelson reported buying a rain coat from a stranger and suggests it may be Browning's. Browning headed home to Elk Garden. officers seek to reach him and recover papers and a book held as evidence.
Shepherd Dunn and Pauline Johnson of Frostburg Maryland. Angus Emel Steward and Harriet Edna Rhodes of Roaring Springs Pennsylvania.
All members are requested to attend a smoker on Sunday evening May 17 at 7 30 PET President E Wright announces. Also advertisement invites all interested in Signs of the Times to hear F C Der wiler at Liberty Theatre Sunday at 3 pm May 15 21.
An advertisement offers for a limited time six pairs of 35 cent value guaranteed hose and four pairs of Paradise Garters for one dollar postpaid. Claims hose resist ripping and bagging, maintain shape, and come with a six month wear guarantee or a free replacement. Order before the offer expires from Ever Hosiery Company in Dayton, Ohio.
Wm. E. McHugh attorney at law moves from 55 and 56 Third National Bank Building to No. 1 Washington Street on June 1, 1914.
Legislative act authorizes Cumberland to issue bonds up to 60000 dollars to fund water works under 1910 Act 478. Bonds bear up to five percent interest, payable semiannually, repayable in annual 5000 dollar installments, redeemable after five years, with annual tax levy to cover principal and interest. bonds exempt from taxes. Approved March 30, 1914.
Mr and Mrs Harry Rost celebrate their marriage in McKeesport and plan a visit to Rosts aunt in 44 Bedford Street. Miss Janet Kuhn of Hancock will graduate May 26 from Garfield Memorial School for Nurses in Washington DC. Various clergy, officials, and families note travels, visits, and gatherings across Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia, and Pennsylvania, including Knights of Columbus, Royal Neighbors of America, and railroad staff on trips.
The Democratic State convention in Columbia discusses amendments to party rules aimed at restricting ballot use in the primary. Gov. Blease fights to influence delegate selection but is decisively defeated, hoping to block rules that may disfranchise cotton mill workers and tenant farmers and affect his U S Senate bid.
Deputy game warden Jacob C. Turner arrested a young man fishing with a net. The fisherman leaped from the pier into about 20 feet of water and swam to mid stream, defying the officer as onlookers called the act exceptionally daring for a minor offense.
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