09 Oct 1920
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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Oct 09, 1920
Page
1
A strong quake struck the north western Vera Cruz region in the morning with prior tremors in January. Early reports indicate no casualties though damage details are sparse.
A fragmented ad-like note promotes the Frederick Town Savings Institution with a Franklin quote on time and savings. It urges opening a Savings account to build wealth, calling time and opportunity the path to fortune. The text repeats the bank name and stresses benefits of saving.
A savings promotion claims 4 percent interest, is “large is small,” and tax free. It urges readers to begin savings with the institution today.
By the Associated Press Cleveland report that Rube Marquard star Brooklyn pitcher was arrested today charged with ticket scalping.
A Rochester jewelry firm salesman was knocked unconscious early today as he returned home from a road trip. Thieves seized a suitcase containing diamonds valued at about $200,000 from him along a highway. Authorities labeled it a highway robbery and are investigating the theft.
The Associated Press reports Cork City Hall partially destroyed by bombs this morning. Six explosions were followed by heavy rifle fire. No casualties reported so far. Local observers noted the scene amid ruins and ongoing firefight as authorities assess damage.
Thousands disappointed unable to secure seats at Long Beach Park as Cleveland fans waited in long lines from yesterday afternoon. The game held a slim margin for Brooklyn with Coveleski and Pfeffer slated to pitch against the Brooklyn ace. Cleveland manager Speaks sent Stanley Covel ankle to the mound for the fourth. The tense scene reflected a city eager for the championship game despite scarce tickets and crowded stands.
The Associated Press reports burglars blew open a bank vault in Grover early today and escaped with stamps and bonds totaling about $12,000. The cash compartment remained inaccessible.
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