Road plan urged to connect Frederick with Dickerson route
Dickerson resident McGin Belt, former Frederick county legislator, argues that completing the Dickerson to Buckeystown pike will boost Frederick commerce. He cites military use of the road, auto ownership in nearby towns, and a 10 to 1 traffic advantage over the Washington route, urging the State Roads Commission to finish the project to lure shoppers to Frederick. Life Line Saves Drowning Boy. Seaford, Del. Dec. 22,-Breaking through thin ice while skating on Williams' pond, Kahr Thompson was saved from drowning by the heroic work of his comrades, who formed a human line and pulled him to shore.
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Aley
Frederick Board of Trade
State Roads Commission
Dickerton
Buckeystown Pike
Montgomery County
Dawsonville
Beallaville
Darnestown
Dickerson
Frederick
Washington
Rockville
Buckeystown
Maryland Good Roads Commission
Frederick City
Beallsville
Poolesville
Edwards’ Ferry
Martinsburg
Barnesville
Licksville
Fort Myer
War College
Secretary of the War College
Braddock
Harpers Ferry
Antietam
Gettysburg
Hyattstown
Urbana
Buckeystern
Seaford
Del
Williams’ Pond
Kahr Thompson
Buck Holt Guests and Local Christmas Plans
Newsof County notes Mr and Mrs Buck Holt of Lewis town visiting brother Charles B Holt and family. Union Chapel to hold Christmas entertainment on December 25 at seven o'clock. Mr F E Michael recently slaughtered four hogs weighing 1668 pounds total, an average of 414 pounds, with one year of feeding from the day he started. The farm activity includes ice house filling as farmers stay busy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Buck Holt
Lewistown
Charles B. Holt
Union Chapel
F. E. Michael
Michael
Hoz
Clarkson Kelly
Guy
FP. G. Michael
Nina Crum
John
Hester Michael
Ice Hauling and Christmas Event At Mt Zion
Farmers hauled ice Friday and Saturday with five to six inches of quality ice. Mrs Robt Vronenburg 15 spent 600g at her parents home near Njama ville. Charles Angleberger confined by sickness. Master Rhoderick Wagner has returned home after visiting grandparents J J Rhoderick. Rev A C Day preached at Mt Zion church Sunday afternoon. Mt Zion M E Sunday school plans Christmas entertainment Friday December 25 at 7 o'clock.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Angleberger
Martin Wagner
J. J. Rhoderick
Rhoderick Wagner
Mt. Zion Church
A. C. Day
M. E. Bunday School
Mt. Zion
Day Fights in House Over Prohibition Amendment
In Washington on December 22 the House opened debate on the Hobson constitutional amendment for national prohibition. The largely partisan clash centers on securing a two thirds vote to submit the measure to state legislatures. Eight hours of general debate are planned with many members seeking speaking time as supporters claim a substantial majority and opponents vow to press for the rule. The House also passed a bill authorizing Pennsylvania to erect a monument to General George G. Meade on government land in Washington.
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Washington
House of Representatives
Hobson
House
Senate
Henry
Rules Committee
Pennsylvania
Meade
George Gorton Meade
Army of the Potomac
On the firing line Belgian infantry fighting from
Belgian infantry engage in frontline combat as artillery supports their advance and troops maneuver under heavy fire. The report notes persistent shelling and tactical repositioning amid advancing units. The action emphasizes frontline resilience and ongoing allied maneuvers.
MOBS BUSY IN VERA CRUZ IN MEXICAN CRISIS
Vera Cruz reportedly out of Carranza control as U S troops and Mexican forces clash. Widespread massacres alleged with civilians killed near Vera Cruz. Provisional reports from Mexican authorities mention General Funston and Vera Cruz garrisons amid chaotic violence.
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Vera Cruz
Corranza Baily Beaten in Vera Cruz Dispatches
Reports from Vera Cruz state that the Carranza forces were defeated by Zapatarcop. Nine wounded soldiers and four officer bodies have arrived in Vera Cruz, with more expected, according to state department dispatches from M. Tiannacon.
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Ccorranza Baily
Wa Idngton
Bec
Carranzalytes
Bkiplvaco
Preba
Zapatarcop
State Department
M. Tiannacon
Vera Cruz
Vera, Cruz
Payoff accusations rock Pennsylvania postmaster picks
Senator Yen today charged four Philadelphia and Pennsylvania postmaster nominees with payoffs and misrepresentation tied to A Mitchell Palmer backed selections. Accusations include a $200 bribe offer to retire a rival, and a bipartisan deal linking M Clyde Kelly and Palmer loyalists. Penrose warns the appointments violate postal rules and resemble pre election pledges.
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Ponrage
Jobe
Waplington
Yenrose
Senate Committee On Post
Pennsylvania
A. Mitchell Palmer
Fusestis
Joseph BP
McMahon
Susquehanna
Albert Bh. Eckert
East Stroudaburg
G. Katz
Verona
Willan
A. McBeth
Braddock
Penrose
M. J. Ryan
McMahion
Eckert
Palmer
U. S
Katz
McBeth
M. Clyde Kelly
Postal Service
Emperor and Empress donate 3000 yen to Salvation Army
Tokio reports the emperor and empress contributed 3000 yen to the Salvation Army, the first time imperial recognition has been given to the organization.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mikado
Salvation Army
Tokio
Atred
Pinex Syrup Quick Relief For Coughs
Pleasant tasting home made cough syrup promises rapid help and claims to clear a dry hoarse or painful cough in a day. Instructions say to mix 26 ounces Pinex with a pint of sugar syrup to yield a full pint at minimal cost and include a satisfaction guarantee from The Pinex Co. Fort Wayne Ind.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Pinex Co
Ft. Wayne, Ind
Coal suits dismissed against Lehigh Valley Railroad
Federal Judge Hough dismissed the Sherman law monopoly suit against the Lehigh Valley Railroad and others engaged in mining and transport of hard coal. The opinion says no monopoly of interstate commerce is shown and railroad dissolution gives coal carriers no restraint.
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U. S
Lehigh Valley
New York
Hough
Lehigh Valley Railroad Company
Ottoman Forts Shelled by Forty Warships at Dardanelles
London reports Allied fleet of forty British and French warships bombarding interior Dardanelles forts. Fortifications strengthened, waters mined, hindering passage. French ships seen as evidence fleet near the strait. Advertising activity noted amid war news.
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Aegean
Larmora
London
Athens
Exchange Telegraph Company
Dardanelles
Ceu
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Montgomery
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Daysville
Phote
American Press Association
Carranza
el Paso
Tey
Vera Crozis
Carrage
Arestine
Ettizens
Geuerst Funston
Carron
Merry Christmas
Chesapeake and Potomac Telephone Company
Beecham’s
Sonia
Frederick Loan Company
South Market ST
J. M. Dronenburg & CO
the Ebert Hardware Co
Drs
W. Patrick St
Santa Claus
Lilly
Aureles
Mik
Schooler Bakery
Wheme
Excelsior Sanitary
C. F. Rothenhoefer
Commercial Printing
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