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Newspaper
Cumberland Press
Location
Cumberland, Maryland, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1915
Page
6
Washington, May 27. A hopperdozer is described as a cheap durable device to kill grasshoppers in alfalfa or clover fields by running a water kerosene filled pan over infested ground drawn by a horse. It works except on rocky land or land with many stumps.
Washington May 27 General Villa asked the State Department to review the cases of Mexicans set for execution tomorrow in Arizona He contended they were unfairly tried The department sought reports from Governor Hunt and urged commutation or postponement pending full inquiry It also called for a report on the killings of Ranger Bates Hulen and Inspector Litterers by Mexican bandits near Pielares and pressed for surrender of the bandits by Mexico
At a Cumberland division transportation meeting in Brunswick, officials led by J. D. Crummitt and F. E. Blaser discussed freight movements and passed a resolution expressing deep regrets for C Lee French absence due to illness. The Brunswick gathering noted rising attendance and growing interest among Baltimore and Ohio Railroad staff.
An unconfirmed report claims two Italian submarines entered Pola harbor and fired eight torpedoes at Austrian fleet vessels. One Austrian cruiser was badly damaged.
James Rinker and others transfer to Joseph M. Gonder a lot on Rose Hill for 50 dollars. William C. Deveeman trustee transfers to Janet Middleton a lot in Riverview Addition. Continental Trust Company transfers land at Green Ridge to Anna F. Gumbert. Annie E. Shupe sells to William C. Paul a Westernport lot for 1000 dollars. Ella Paul and William Paul transfer to Annie E. Shupe a Westernport lot. Howard C. Dixon transfers to Anna A. Harrison a Westernport lot for 1850 dollars. Continental Trust Company transfers land at Green Ridge to William L. Hirsch. Charles Ridinger transfers land at Green Ridge.
Athens residents received an update from royal physicians stating King Constantine is slightly improved today. The notice came this morning as officials monitor the ailing monarch.
Zack Laney and James Pitzer petition a writ against receivers Capper and Henderson of the Allegany Grove Camp Meeting association to enjoin selling lots at the grove. Laney bought in 1902 and Pitzer in 1895, each with certificates and houses. they claim ownership and seek to prevent a cloud on title. Judge Henderson ordered the defendants to show cause by June 5 why the petition should not be granted.
Mrs. McAlpine returned home from Rochester to her daughter Mrs. George G. Young. Henry Neuman of the German Brewing Company went to Hancock on business. William H. Nolan visited his aunt Mrs. H L Powers in Hancock. Edward L. Gooding and others visited Mrs. Annie Exline in Hancock. Congressman Howard Southerland of Elkins was in the city. Bennett Robinson of Hancock works near the city on the pipe line. Mrs. Mary Yarnell and Mrs. Vincent Donegan returned to Pearre from Cumberland. Mrs. Donegan is much improved after illness.
The eighty first Ohio General Assembly adjourned today after approving a total appropriations exceeding 46 million dollars, the highest budget in state history. Highway improvement alone topped 1.5 million dollars within the package.
Tokio May 27 The tenth anniversary of the battle of the Sea of Japan, the Russo Japanese war’s famed naval engagement, is celebrated with patriotic festivities. The two day battle began May 27, 1905, ending in the destruction of the Russian fleet by Admiral Togo’s squadron.
Honorary Referee Mayor Thomas W. Rodgn oversees events with Dr. William Burdick of Baltimore as Referee and Director of Games. The program lists judges, timers, clerks, and event heats for track and field including sprints, relays, jumps, and throws with dozens of named officials and Baltimore-based arbitration committee members.
Samuel R Powell of Okonoko Virginia and Edna May Taylor of Spring Gap Maryland. William C Lister of Altoona Pennsylvania and Lillian N Cornelius of Rhode Gap Pennsylvania. George H Tompson of Chalk Hill Pennsylvania and Alice E Faucet of Selbysport Maryland. Harry R Bergreen of Pittsburgh Pennsylvania and Freda C Laubuschevoski of Etna Pennsylvania. Hervey R O Neal and Charlotte V Brown both of Cumberland Maryland.
The article notes President Wilson in a rare light moments of humor despite heavy duties. A newly published photo captures him smiling, illustrating his lighter side amid the presidency.
F. E. Smith is slated to become attorney general of Great Britain. He is among the Unionist party’s ablest men and rose to prominence through his strong opposition to Irish home rule. He is in his early forties and highly regarded at the English bar.
Edward Duckworth aged 64 of Barton died this morning at Sylvan Retreat. He is survived by his wife and several children in Baltimore. Undertaker Stein will ship the body to Westernport for burial. Thomas Creig aged 70 of Frostburg died at 4 o clock last evening at the County Home. He was unmarried and survived by a brother at the County Home. Burial will be in the County Cemetery. He had been at the institution for a number of years.
The Elkins Fair Associations annual fall meet is fixed for September 7 8 and 9 with a splendid display fine racing and other attractions. A special committee representing the association will have charge this year and its success is assured.
Vernon N. Simmons editor of the Hagerstown Herald was elected a director of the Hagerstown Fair yesterday. He is a prominent local figure and will serve on the fair board alongside other community leaders.
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