De La Barra Named Potential President In Huerta Regime
Vera Cruz reports say Francisco De La Barra is summoned by President Huerta to succeed him. He has led as provisional president and held top diplomatic roles amid battles around Saltillo and Tampico. Delegates to mediation depart Washington for Niagara Falls with U.S. papers and diplomats aboard the Baltimore and Ohio line.
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Vera Cruz
Francisco de la Barra
Huerta
Mexico City
de la Barra
Mexico
Baltimore
United States
Washington
Niagara Falls
Haltimore
Ohio
Lehigh Valley
Americcan
Joseph Rucker Lamar
Supreme Court
Frederick W. Lehmann
Percival H. Dodge
Jose Mac
Mayor Charges is All Wrong in Cumberland Audit Row
The Cumberland City Council heard Willison Audit and System Company findings on city books with no action on recommendations. Mayor Koon and ex tax collector E Lee Shaw defended themselves and sought clarifications while pay for the audit is held up. Auditors are expected to appear before Council next Monday to explain the report and disputed items.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Willison Audit and System Company
Clarksburg
W. Va
Koon
E. Lee Shaw
Shaw
Cumberland
Anthony Minke
Baltimore
Williams
Club Man Completes Three Mile Roll Per Wager
Howell Parr, a social figure in Baltimore, began a three mile roll from Elkridge kennels to Charles street and University Parkway at 6 pm. He finished on his feet after reaching the end, dressed in a football suit. Rolling, common in India, has not been popular in the United States.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Howell Parr
Baltimore
Elkridge Kennels
Charles Street
University Parkway
Parr
India
United States
New Trial Granted in Bucy Malpractice Suit
In the circuit court Judge Robert R. Jenderson granted a motion for a new trial in the Boyd Bucy vs Dr. W F Twigg malpractice suit. The case may be brought again this term as proceedings continue with other removals and a separate case by Franklin D. Glotfelty against M B McHenry. The Parry vs Jones Cold Storage Door Co. jury awarded $86 to the plaintiff, with the case moved from Washington county. Local lumber operators testified as the docket nears completion.
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NEW Trial
W. F. Twigg
Boyd Bucy
Robert R. Jenderson
Garrett County
Frankin
D. Glotfelty
M. B. McHenry
Westernport
G. S. Hamill
R. T. Semmes
Tragedy at High Ridge Cottage After Fatal Fire
Firefighters and neighbors discovered a double tragedy at the Wood cottage near High Ridge New York. Mrs. Geo Wood lay on a burning bed with a gunshot wound to the left breast and Mr. Wood was found on the floor with his head blown off from a shotgun blast. Authorities suspect a jealous quarrel preceding the fire and self inflicted gunshot. Mrs. Wood, about 35, was described as very pretty.
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High Ridge
N. Y
Geo. Wood
Wood
City council approves $200 band donation for Sunday concerts
The Cumberland Concert Band would receive $200 in monthly installments if concerts run Sundays 3 30 to 5 30. Band manager Herpich opposes the plan noting players need Sunday off and that concerts may move to weekdays. Some council members defend the gesture while Mayor Koon objects citing city finances.
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Cumberland
C. J. Herpich
Herpich
Council
Hummelshime
Eyerman
Richelberger
Koon
Fire damages two dwelling units on Columbia Avenue
A blaze caused by overheated wiring destroyed the rear of a double frame house at 279 and 281 Columbia Avenue, with property damage about 1500 dollars. A 12 year old girl ironing in 279 alerted firefighters, who battled the flames for nearly two hours before gaining control. The owner is listed as Mrs. Tomer.
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Columbia Avenue
Tomer
Central Fire Department
Colonel Roosevelt Returns Home From Sea Voyage Tonight
Colonel Roosevelt, aboard the steamer Adian, is due in New York late today in improved health after a sea voyage from Para. He plans to meet political leaders and address critics, with a lecture at the National Geographical Society in Washington ahead of others. He will rest at Oyster Bay and then proceed to Washington next week.
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John B. Pratt
International News Service
Roosevelt
Seagate
N. Y
New York
Para
United States
London
National Geographical Society
Washington
Oyster Bay
Colonel Roosevelt
Ex-Lieutenant Becker Will Not Testify in Second Rosenthal Trial
New York May 19 Attorney Martin T Manton announced ex Police Lieutenant Charles Becker would not testify in the second trial for the murder of Herman Rosenthal. Manton moved to dismiss the indictment claiming the state failed to present corroborating evidence. Justice Seabury denied the motion.
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New York
Martin T. Manton
Charles Becker
Herman Rosenthal
Becker
Manton
Bald Jack" Rose
Webber
Harry Wallon
Fire Destroys Wolford Home Near Flintstone
The two story frame dwelling of Marshall Wolford, a farmer on Murley's branch road near the Baltimore turnpike, ten miles from the city, burned yesterday afternoon around 5. The origin was likely a cooking stove and few items were saved from the upper floor. Loss nearly total, partially insured with a $500 policy through A Reinbart, agent.
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Marshall Wolford
Murley’s Branch Road
Baltimore Turnpike
Flintstone
A. Reinbart
GRAFTON MAN KILLED BY TRAIN NEAR TYGARTS VALLEY FACTORY
Jack Brenard of Grafton West Virginia was struck and killed by Baltimore and Ohio express train No 3 near the Tygarts Valley Glass factory. He died instantly after stepping onto the west bound track to watch another train pass and failing to observe the approaching passenger train. He resided with his sister Mrs George Hartsook. He was a brother of Charles Brenard of Grafton.
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Jack” Brenard
Baltimore and Ohio Express
Tygarts Valley Glass Factory
Grafton
W. Va
George Hartsook
Charles Brenard
Fireproofing Testimony? Not Specified Here
Frank Cross and his two sons occupied a six room two unit building with a girl staying as housekeeper. Cliff DeMoss and family lived on the other side. Four rear rooms and two kitchens were badly damaged. some furniture saved. Firemen kept flames from front with little damage there.
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Frank Cross
Cliff DeMoss
Othe
City Council fills vacancy on Board of Health
The Cumberland Academy of Medicine recommended Dr A H Hawkins to replace Dr F E Claybrook on the Board of Health, with Hawkins to take seat after qualification. council opened bids for fire hose for the Fire Department, deferring award due to Mayor Koon's absence. bids from Manhattan Rubber, Republic Rubber, Humbird Supply, and Fabric Fire Hose Co. were listed with various brands and price per foot.
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Board OF Health
Cumberland Academy of Medicine
A. H. Hawkins
FE. B. Claybrook
Br. Hawkins
F. E. Harrington
Koon
Manhattan Rubber Manufacturing Company
Baltimore
Fred W. Kalmbach
Beonon
Panama
Colon
Porto Rico
White Jacket
Cabaret Show for Tuberculosis Sanitarium Benefit
The Daisy Academy hosts a Cabaret Show on Thursday evening to raise funds for the Tuberculosis Sanitarium. Refreshments served by a corps of waitresses in Dutch costume. Participants include June Robertson Claude Binal J. B. Jamison and R. Mogan with Elizabeth Lowndes and Max Kamen as joint chairmen of the affair.
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Daisy Academy
Mis
Louise Bu
June Rovertson
Claude Binal
J. B. Jamison
R. Mogan
Elizabeth Lowndes
Max Kamen
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Torreon
Hipolito
Paredon
Ry Thomas FP. Coates
Tampico
Angel Trabago
Gonzales
General Cabellero
Zaragosa
Mexican
Carlos
Senor Trabago
Manuel Rayon
Senor Bayon
Trebago
Trabago
Caranza
Stanford, Conn
Atlantic
Vaterland
Hummelshire
Col. Roosevelt
Wolord
Republic Rubber Company
Pittsburg
Christ Himmler
Double Cross
Capitol
Hector
Humbird Supply Company
Goodyear
Fabric Fire Hose Company
William F .Gornall
Keystone
Arrow
Safety
International
State
Wabash
Manhattan and
Fabrick
Babcock
Severa
Comminsstone Everman
Bieberger
Wellington Glay Works
Narrows
Waitimore Avenue
Waverley Terrace
Nee
Civic Club
Bedford Street
M. P
Walnut Alley
West Side
Millman Place
Edward Gunning
Allegany Grove
Daniel Maloney
Marg Atte
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