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Newspaper
Cumberland Press
Location
Cumberland, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Sep 27, 1915
Page
4
The Cumberland Press reports a prediction that Baltimore street repaving would finish in three weeks, but the article notes the body contradicts this, indicating five weeks remain. The item reflects typical late September 1915 city news and publication details.
The piece praises Hugh McMullen as ideally suited for Maryland’s comptroller position. It argues his honesty, vision, and administrative calibre would bring strong state administration and counts him as highly fit.
From the Matrimonial Center reports a locally married Cumberland couple welcomed a perfectly formed infant weighing sixteen ounces. The parents wed here, boosting local interest in the rare birth. Wishing the subject rapid growth and a long life.
As the baseball championship wraps up, Maryland locals stay alert for a political contest that promises to jolt the public and interrupt the usual routine. The article hints at a lively climate with spirited figures and rising public interest.
The couple Mrs F X Millmain and her husband celebrate their golden wedding anniversary with many friends and relatives gathered to mark fifty years of married life. The occasion is noted with warm congratulations and best wishes for many more years together.
The Advocate notes Lonaconing has won a baseball pennant, expressing town pride. The piece hints at the pennant’s value beyond Cumberland, mentioning D4 and a graving genius with a creative spark aiding humanity.
The piece describes a heaven born theater chair that slides on oiled runners to ease passage for passersby while an usher captain coordinates line movements. It also notes the Carranza Villa Mexican championship race will be overshadowed by the world series, and that Cumberland Press street signs have appeared, offering convenience to strangers.
A contemporaneous assessment lauds Ambassador von Bernstorff for his deep understanding of American character and for shaping German views to prevent armed conflict. The piece credits his fair handling of sensitive diplomacy and casts him as pivotal next to President Wilson in averting a crisis.
Washington reports indicate great interest in Maryland and Massachusetts elections with Republican momentum and potential shifts in both states. Analysts caution party unity matters, fearing Democratic losses could affect Senate control, while favorable GOP candidates are praised for strength and cross-party appeal.
Cumberland September 25 1915 Letters criticise Mr OConor for questioning Treasury policy as an alien claiming rights of American citizens. The writer argues aliens lack right to critique government and labels OConor a paid agent or Germany’s ally while noting reverence for law and impropriety in his conduct.
A collage of jokes and reader submissions showcases quirky names and places from Ohio to Tennessee and Iowa. Notes on sermons read vs extemporized, misread lines, humorous letters to Luke, and pithy city anecdotes reveal community wit and local flavor.
The piece argues that during wartime Jews show no distinct separation from other nations as many serve in foreign armies and many express strong pro German, pro British, and pro French loyalties toward their homelands. It highlights the blending of national and ethnic identities amid global conflict.
One hundred years ago today Rev Francis Brown inaugurated as president of Dartmouth College. Seventy five years ago today Napier captured Sidon from Egypt. Alfred T Mahan born West Point and died 1914. Thomas Nast born Bavaria. died 1902. Whity years ago today 1865 Duane died in Philadelphia. Twenty five years ago 1890 General Boudinot died at Fort Smith Arkansas. Born near Rome Georgia in 1836.
Henry Phipps a steel magnate and philanthropist born in Philadelphia is 76. Kuno Francke head of Harvard Germanic studies born in Kiel is 60. William Pungsley former Canadian minister born in New Brunswick is 65. Martin G. Ginn former New York governor born in Kinderhook is 44. Louis F. Swift Chicago packing leader born in Sagamore is 64. Rt Rev Frederick J. Kinsman Delaware bishop born in Warren is 47. Dr Donald D. McKay Whitworth College president born in Prince Edward Island is 59.
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