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Newspaper
Shepherdstown Register
Location
Shepherdstown, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1922
Page
5
January 1922 report notes that the Interstate Commerce Commission forbade Henry Ford from adjusting freight rates on his railroad. The tale reflects public debate on regulatory power, government economy moves, liquor and paper industry concerns, and Shepherd College notes amid a broad political and economic landscape.
A lively note from Shepherdstown recalls Mr. Wm H Johnson living near Kenwood now in his eighty years yet content and secure as a B and G Railroad pensioner. The piece also lists numerous local and out of town visitors renewing subscriptions, plus joint health updates and travel notes from residents returning for the holidays.
Farmers in JuMerson and adjacent counties plan sales this season and will favor the Register for advertising due to wide circulation. The notice touts attractive sale bills and strong reach, urging readers to consider Travelers Life Insurance and local agents for coverage and policies.
Noted church services and weekly programs in Shepherdstown and surrounding towns with multiple denominations including M E Church, Methodist, Presbyterian, Catholic, and Lutheran. Upcoming sermons, Sunday schools, week of prayer, consistory, and post year events plus Potomac Post 27 American Legion activities and New Year wishes.
Reported at Wakerton yesterday morning a group of boys hunting ducks along the river found vehicle tires, fourteen fites of ahoew and three rolls of wool tangled in the water. Authorities are probing the strange haul and its possible link to a larger theft case.
The King's Daughters Hospital in Martinsburg invites two women from Jefferson County to apply for training as nurses. Apply to the Superintendent at King's Daughters Hospital, Martinsburg, West Virginia. January 5, 1927.
A. S. Dandridge and his daughter announce receipt of a permit from the corporation to Shep Herdstown to sell milk and cream. They pledge to supply the very best pure Jersey milk from a tested herd meeting all requirements. Dated January 5, 1922.
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