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Newspaper
The Daily Mail
Location
Hagerstown, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Apr 08, 1913
Page
1
A garbled OCR style clipping reports varied events and persons across decades with numerous misspellings. It cites figures in Baltimore City, Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, mentions a murder or violent act, legislative actions, court cases, and divorces, with scattered names such as Carroll, Shonek, Lew, and others, though many details are unclear.
A sprawling report details alleged patent schemes tied to Mr Jones and Dr Emmert, with funds advanced for quick train stopping patents. It recounts arrests, bond issues, court actions, and assorted prosecutions around stolen money, misapplied papers, and claims of lucrative but dubious patents and contracts.
Efforts continue to locate the Baltimore concern Hallimore Motor Co. Plans include moving the factory to the city with a 300 worker start and potential output of 1,500 to 3,000 cars or trucks annually. Frederick officers report trips to secure a suitable site and capital from local subscriptions. Baltimore interests expect the venture to have a bright future and significant employment impact.
The tariff session in Washington opens amid Democratic efforts to revise the tariff. The bill, crafted by the House Ways and Means Committee, has presidential approval but Senate opposition looms. Leaders expect debate by week’s end as Democrats press for enactment. A new shop at Jimll's Garage expands capacity for motor repairs. Locals J Kenneth Spyder and Julie Fones travel to Ballinora to attend the Grand Lodge of Maryland Knights of Pythias.
A garbled report describes a tense scene with named figures Roose and Knolle involved in a dispute over a receiver. Alnéd and Josie Bloom appear amid a fraying, potshot exchange as witnesses or participants react to the argument. Teese and others attempt to regulate or end the confrontation.
In Indeaman area reporting mixed expert opinions on recent frost effects. Peaches show little damage though some fruit crops like cherries and plums face losses in certain locales. Observers note cool nights but buds largely survived. broader fruit loss remains localized and uncertain.
Proceedings show Lb Morrison through Harry Renchley seeking divorce from Florence Morieon on grounds of desertion. They were married in 1908 at Sandy Hook by Rev. Anas Reynolds. No children are reported. Martin Trynts, via Ardeat Hoffmain, petitions for divorce from Crow Tames Trynian alleging ill conduct. they wed in 1900 at Chutes own with no children. Bridges and road work noted in county. several bridges damaged by a recent flood will be repaired or rebuilt. A fireman, Roy A. Stouffer, marries Cora May MedAfee at the Mathedrat parsonage. they will reside on Whiter St.
Bank stock sold at public sale 25 shares of Mangeratawn Dank stock at 16 par for 1024 dollars. Also 2 shares of Clonrepetig Dank stock at 106 par for 190 dollars per share. Last attractions announce Academy of Music on April 18 featuring Pritzl Sehofé and Nolit O'Brien’s Milvtrals.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a spring work plan near a barber shop on Potomac Street. The text mentions a dance event tied to an April evening, possibly connected to a local church or organization and involving a person named J. W Mogath.
A series of moving mishaps near a handcar and bridge area involve several workers including named crew like Lilly and Weed. One man fell headlong from a handcar near a switch by the bridge, injuring his neck and causing a jarring fall. Other workers, including Samuel Diehl and Charles Palmer Cleveland, sustain eye injuries and hand lacerations while operating or near cars and car tracks. The collisions and falls are described with injuries ranging from eye pain to deep cuts, with treatment sought from physicians and local shops.
Ab Gh gathered stockholders of the Gas Co elected a board: HT. Vepbun, H. L. Lane, J. C. Tay, A. EK. Albert, Albert Reupd., George W. Stover, H. B. Brown. The board remains the same as last year with Ma La. Tatu resigning. officers elected include McT. Muphurn president, Clarence Gane and Albert Wenn vice-presidents, Meanhall B. Aton treasurer and general bookkeeper, Liars Ryda, Lane secretary.
Local reports describe Mr. Merry Creager advancing plans to rebuild a boat at Antietam, following a prior failure where scaffolding caused the vessel’s bottom to break. Creager Yard in Washington, with contractor D. Short, undertakes the new rink project near Park View Hotel, Pen Mor Tilo, including ground work and materials.
A commission from Gov. Goldulars appoints Romberger Bednshove as delegate to the education conference in Witchmond, representing Maryland at the southern gathering. The assignment signals Maryland’s involvement in regional education discussions.
Workers who went on strike say their demands remain unmet and many refuse to return to work. Interviews show patience and resolve as leaders consider next steps while employers face continued disruption and potential hiring elsewhere.
Residents of Chearapring advocate revival of the electric railway between Chearapring and Hagerstown to boost development and attract investment. Promoters O Davis of Harrisburg and John M R Bout of Philadelphia, who helped organize the Clearapring Bank, have discussed the plan with citizens and promise careful consideration. Two existing tram cars run daily between Clearapring and Bhagottown, but schedule changes force passengers to divert to other routes, creating demand for a modern electric line.
About six last evening workers at the Magerstown Hunting Co. found five pay box diesels in a box under the High May Row building and quickly doused a small blaze with water. Earlier a coal oil stove caught fire at 840 Washington Ave during a party with children, but damage was limited. An alarm came from the corner of Washington Ave and Alexie St. and responders from Antietam and Hiterprise companies attended, though no major damage occurred. Moy date will WMIDUNL Co Moveral dollars.
Fragmented OCR notes describe Howard McMetray in an incident near Vin opek Wallight se Magwell pip at a Hail Garage. It mentions driving lessons, a sister named Vive, and a family reference to Rachel A. Souts in a court-like context with unclear details.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe John Improving and realty actions at 1 South and 708 Forrest St. references executors for Victor Coahwa and a property in Vintusport with a price near 9 ibo. Local names and terms are garbled. core idea centers on real estate and party activity.
An account recounts BF Rowley’s escape from rising floodwaters in Willilandport near Dayton. It details his home loss and property damage estimated around 900, his evacuation with family, and volunteers aiding seventy residents left without food. The narrative covers rescue efforts at the Gas Company building, temporary shelter in a five story warehouse, and relief distributed to afflicted households.
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