Gas plant and street work progress in new city
The Potomac Public Service Company reports rushed materials for gas plant expansion on East Church Street. A larger gas storage container and an eight unit enlarging building boost supply, with machinery from Cleveland arriving May 13 and operation hoped by June. Test pits for a storage reservoir site on South L Street are under way as engineers plan the dam foundation and future use.
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NEW CITY STREET
vis tion
Potomac Public Company
East Church street
Cleveland
Potomac Public Service Company
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W. C. yrumm
maine
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Modern Automobiles Aid Crime In Chicago
The Chicago Crime Commission bulletin notes the major car era outstrips horse thefts. Auto criminals exploit courts and lawyers in a cycle of arrests, trials, delays, and bonds, with more sophisticated means than pioneer times.
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Chicago Commission
Chicago
Chicago Crime Commission
cn io records
Cunningham Named on Federal Reserve Board
A brief dispatch reports Cunningham named to the Federal Reserve Board by the President. The appointment follows the President's action at the White House, with reports noting a focus on national credit policy and economic stability. A $ fur coat reference and a large sum of money appear in the scattered text.
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CUNNINGHAM
FEDERAL RESERVE BOARD
Growth of public school savings programs in the nation
York reports growth in public school savings from 42 060 members in June 1921 to 1 345 000 by January 1, with a grand balance of 14 144 716. The American Bankers Association notes the total during the year ending January 31 at 4 457 900 and lists towns with active savers and enrollments across 89 cities including New York and Dixons.
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York
Mar
American Bankers” Association
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Dixoz
Priges Continue Slower Recovery After Market Slide
Reported stock activity shows prices edging up after a brief heaviness. Market comments note irregular trading and renewed interest in select shares as investors reassess positions.
Runaway Boy Placed on Farm Near Town
A runaway boy from an area near this town was placed on a farm by Deputy Smith and Bartgis near the river pike Thursday night. Osc Gaver agreed to take the boy home if he could prove he would work. the decision followed communication about the boy arriving from the region.
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Bartgis
sburg
Democratic Women's Card Party and Dance Planned
Democratic women announce a card party and dance event with tentative pairs. Community gathering aims to raise funds and provide social activity for members.
Earthquake Shocks Felt in Chile and Asia Minor
Reported tremors were felt across Chile and Asia Minor amid a spartan wave of seismic activity. No casualties or damage details were immediately available from officials or local observers.
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CHILE
ASIA MINOR
Striking bakers return to work today
Striking bakers end stoppage and resume duties today after scale dispute. Union and management reported resumed operations with pay rates set at about $1.19 per item and standard hours reopening across affected plants.
Adrenaline Brings Life To Baby Born Dead At Texas Hospital
Report from Dallas indicates Baylor Hospital doctors revived a baby declared dead at birth using adrenaline hydrochloride. Dr. Smoot stated the infant had no respiration until injection into the heart muscle spurred breathing. the child later appeared healthy this morning.
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Texas Hospital
Dallas
Tex
Baylor Trespital
Warren E. Ma
J. Th. Smoot
Showers Coming to Freshen Crops
Local farm brief notes upcoming showers set to moisture fields. No injuries or incidents reported. Weather outlook suggests light rainfall across the county with potential benefits to corn and hay crops. Farmers are advised to monitor the forecast for timing and amounts.
Gompers Launches Drive on Radicals in AFL
The article notes Samuel Gompers pressing a campaign against radicals within the AFL. It mentions Hood College scholarships and Hood’s fall intake, with unclear details from the fragmented OCR.
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GOMPERS
AFL OF
Hood
Buck Woman's Club Exhibits at October Fair
At a Friday meeting the Buck Woman's Club decided to adopt Frederick Federation plans for an exhibit at the fair in October. They discussed various sale items and activities to support the exhibit and Federation goals.
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Buck Woman’s Club
Weather Outlook for Next Week
The Associated Press forecast reports unsettled conditions across the region next week with variable clouds and chances of rain. Temperatures are expected to trend cooler midweek then rebound toward the weekend.
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Associated Press
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Mar
poaml
Noiseless Trolley Cars Planned for Twin Cities
Transit officials announce noiseless trolley cars to cut track noise in Twin Cities suburbs. New cars weigh about 46 pounds more per wheel, use spiral roller bearings, cushion springs, and rubber window casings to minimize rattling. Band brakes replace conventional shoe brakes to reduce noise and allow weight adjustments for overload protection.
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Dior Wein
bev
Popra
Revolutionary Priests Installed in Moscow
Vedensky was installed as archbishop of Moscow by the Russian church conclave in a ceremony led by three Metropolitans and five bishops. The new archbishop, who led prosecutions against Patriarch Tikhon, urged breaking with old traditions and forming a new Christianity aligned with revolution.
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Associated Press
Moscow
Vedensky
asrchbishop
Tikhon
Petrograd
Vendesky
Payroll bandit killed and another captured in New York
In New York on May 5 payroll bandits attacked three messengers, stealing 4700 dollars. One bandit was shot dead by police after a pursuit. his companion, James Te Whesad, was captured.
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Associated Press
New York
Washington Eagles Banquet Draws Five Hundred Attendees
Address by Washington Eccles stice Alhan MM Wood delivered Friday night at the Hmgh Hotel Washington to Del Herbert Chovnsky Grand Worthy President of the Fraternal Order of Eagles. Washington Aerie No. 5 hosted the banquet with about five hundred attendees and favors featuring an image of a safety razor.
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Washington Ecclesstice
Detroit Heiress Banished by Parents After Marriage Drone
Florence Avery Harrigranmd, daughter of John Ho Avery of Detroit, wed a gardener amid family objections. Her parents declare she is dead to them and banish her, stating they cut all ties and will not acknowledge the union.
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Associated Press
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John Ho Avery
Detroit
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Florence
Miss Avery
Barrigrand
PTOI OPES
Maine
Two Injured in Car Crash Blamed on Steering Gear
Green, 19, and Frank Crebs, 16, were thrown from their auto near Philadelphia while en route to buy supplies. Both were taken to Frederic City Hospital in serious condition with Green suffering a fractured skull and facial lacerations and Crebs severe head cuts.
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Frank Crebs
City Hospital
Green
Philadelphia
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ronths
city
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sersville
Joint Celebration at Grace Church Tomorrow
A Grace Church event titled Joint Celebration will occur tomorrow with Rev. S.C. Teaver leading services and a sermon. The class lists officers including Fe Hargett as president and H. Cussail as treasurer, with Henry Abbott as teacher.
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sertices
S.C. Teaver
exident
Fe Hargett
Frank Siman
C. Frank Smith
H. Cussail
Henry H. Abbott
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