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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1921
Page
7
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In a candid 1921 column the possibility of a practical Irish home rule settlement is urged as a major century achievement. The piece links Irish self government to earlier U S ideals, argues England must move toward freedom to ease postwar recovery, and notes Ireland’s peace could stabilize European conditions.
The Conference on the Limitation of Armament and Pacific and Far Eastern Questions hails the four Power ten year Pacific treaty as a pivotal achievement. It declares the pact shatters the Anglo Japanese Alliance, guides naval limits, and paves the way for broader agreements in China and the Orient while prompting ratification by the United States Senate.
The record shows several residents reporting their Christmas package plans. Mrs J A CG Lifps and Mrs G Maynard Martz say none yet, while Mrs John H Holdcraft and Mrs Ira F Ray expect to start next week. Mrs Charles S Myers reports mailing all packages already, with a few more to send. The passages segue into a reflection on wartime policy and gestures toward the four power treaty and anticipated peace, as commentary notes its potential binding effect and global support.
Police hunt several loaded whisky trucks stolen from Canton distilleries near Baltimore. Bogus New Jersey permits aided the theft as two loaded trucks were driven away before police arrived. Prohibition Director Budnitz leads a wide probe that may implicate government agents.
Miss Marian Louise Murphr of Gaithersburg and Rufaa Alha Thompson of Cesar Grove were married in the Methodist parsonage at Rockville by Rev. Nolan Harmon Jr. The ceremony was conducted Sunday morning with local clergy officiating.
December 14 1907 items recount the Grove farm near Jefferson offered for sale then withdrawn trustees Milton G Urner Hammond Urner and Thaddeus M Biser. events include a Soiree Internationale at Woman's College a mock trial at Rov's High School with numerous participants and an accident in East Third street where Ray Grambine survived scalding from hot coffee.
A lively account recalls Frederick youths at a Winchester bazaar, exploring wares and sharing dares. Anecdotes describe a brisk porch invasion, playful chaff about shopping, and a crowd of locals moving in tandem like a battalion.
Motorists William Warfield and Mark Shank collided on West Street Middletown. Both Hudsons damaged. Warfield fined $10 for failing to stay right of the road after the incident. A horse and buggy tied near Kefauver’s home contributed to the near-miss as drivers could not avoid the collision. No injuries reported. Bus and Ford collision near Cooksville damages both vehicles. six bus passengers unharmed.
The auxiliary held a card party to raise funds for Christini eat gifts to disabled ex-prisoners. About 100 attendees donated and participated in games, with volunteers collecting donations and planning Christmas baskets for families of 180 injured veterans. Local residents contributed cakes and other items, and the group aims to deliver holiday gifts and support to those in need.
Announcement yesterday details Von Schlegell Incorporated acquiring the Hupmobile franchise for Baltimore and most of Maryland. Max von Schlegell, president, based in Martinsburg, W. Va., comes from Stuart Automobile Company leadership after a three month transition. Company capital stock is listed at 75000 dollars. The note cites strategic auto industry insight and factory policy understanding as key factors in securing the territory. No location or organizational changes beyond Stuart's resignation are planned. Von Schlegell is active in the trade and connected to the Baltimore Automobile Trade Association.
Mr and Mrs Arthur relocate from 302 Rigby East Third Street to New York City as Mr Rigby secures a post. Eric Schilling and two Texas children visit Mr and Mrs Peter H Raun on East Third Street. Mr and Mrs CC Coblentz and daughter Helen Virginia return from Baltimore. Mise Margaret Fishy of 20 Maple Avenue is confined at home. Fragmentary lines mention a poet and Market Man selling hockers pigs feet by the foot at Fifterm cents a toot.
December reports from Woodsboro list Harry Anders slaughtering six hogs totaling 1492 pounds, plus residents and visitors across Pleasant Walk Leys and surrounding communities. Entries note family visits from York Pa Whikersville Frederick and Harrisburg, a Swarthmore Chautauqua event, a death at 89, revival services with eight conversions, and local social gatherings with music and bean hauling activities.
The First Division and three smaller units will move from Camp Dix New Jersey to Camp Meade Maryland by April 15 1921. The transfer places Camp Meade among the nation’s leading military cantonments with about 14 000 regular soldiers on duty including 275 officers and 5155 enlisted at Meade and Tank Corps nearby Marsland’s center.
Davis Kesager of Hagerstown says he lived on soft food for a year due to stomach pain and weakness. He reports weight gain, better sleep, and improved appetite after using Dreco, praising its effects and urging others to try it with their doctor's guidance. His wife notes relief from depression and improved well being.
In choosing the president, votes are by states with each state’s representative voting. A quorum requires members from two thirds of the states and a majority of all states is needed to make a selection. This reflects Part of Article 12 amendments to the United States Constitution.
Lille Gladys Dorsey petitions for absolute divorce, alimony, and counsel fees against Robert B. Dorsey. R. 8. Harp represents the plaintiff in this equity case. Also notes indicate a marriage license process and property deed transfers involving other parties. Weather brief reports more snow and forecasts, with a joking note about ender weather.
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