26 Apr 1917
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Newspaper
The Daily Mail
Location
Hagerstown, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Apr 26, 1917
Page
1
The American schooner Percy Birdsall, 1127 tons, from New York, was sunk by a German submarine. Crew of nine taken to lifeboats. rescued after about 90 minutes by a patrol. Nine or ten shots fired, seven hit. No further details released.
The Trolley Company plans a fare increase amid high fuel costs and expanding summer service. Officials note fuel bills and operating expenses rise and propose a modest fare rise to cover costs while keeping interurban rates comparatively low.
The Church of the Brethren reports thirty four more men filed certificates of exemption from military duty. Ministers are exempt under state law. Other names include Fraikin M. Thomas V. Nawton Long Abram G. Torat Claranta P. Fink David Row Georgy W. Bloysr George J. Cline Samuel Weber Wm. A. Stite Chester A. Airlie Keller Clark Frum B. Weber Chile W. Mare in Jonas Hoge Fred Hibatoan Howard K. Potts Amor V. M. Genre hatt Abraham Shank Ten ty B. Web er Abraham Martin Fred shifler Otha Wella Juco O. Hartravtt Chas Shaw Samuel C. Jones H. M. Sword Joseph P. Martin Urnea HoMnan. Summary indicates changes and commuting fare considerations for daily travel to mid towns.
A soldier on sentry duty near the Manhattan Bridge confronted a suspicious man along the East River waterfront. The attacker tried to stab the guard but was shot and fatally wounded, then taken to police headquarters under the name John Smith.
Washington April 26 President Witgon responded to Abelared from New York defending free criticism and opposing any expiation law that would curb legitimate agitation in Congress He pledged not to permit a measure that would suppress or limit free expression despite calls from various groups Municipal Band Notice informs readers of a delay event scheduled for 7 atxs vlaek and related preparations.
Fragmentary text reports Ambassador Fletcher asserting long term friendship with Mexico. It mentions weather, schedule notes, and East Coast references, but the core claim centers on a reassurance of cordial U S Mexico relations amid unclear surrounding details.
The town promotes the Y M C A as educational gymnasium and social center for youths and men. It highlights deposits, factory activity, and a pledge to match other cities. The appeal emphasizes health, learning, religious foundation, and community support this drive seeks.
April 26 report from London states the German submarine Gera attacked an American ship Mongolia in the Baltic, with shell damage noted near the harbor where the tuna l had arrived, according to newly received details.
Widespread German desire for peace is noted in a State Department dispatch received by a traveler in neutral territory. Reports indicate labor unrest expanding in Germany, with authorities tracing actions to unions and political groups. The dispatch hints at a fragile situation affecting quotidian life and transit.
Washington April 2 The Senate agricultural committee and Agricultural Department experts work on legislation to punish profiteers and curb food price boosts. Draft proposals seek to limit exploitation from producer to consumer and guarantee farmers fair returns, with steps including seed and fertilizer distribution to farmers facing high costs this spring.
The Maryland Grand Ruling Fraternal Mystic Circle in Washington elected officers including Grand Ruler T. McCwur Angerstown and Grand Recorder George W. Fridinger Magerstown. Suprana representative was elected with Stonebraker as alternate for the Suprema ruling meeting in Atlantic City next June. The next Ruling meeting will be in Washington.
Two boys fought in a school yard while their mothers clashed over the dispute. Miss Ruth Pog, a teacher, intervened to separate them as a bystander described the scene. One boy reportedly reported to his mother who attempted to strike the other woman before the teacher intervened again.
Mr Brittain aged 32 residing on Surrey Ave died at Lie hospital this morning following an Monday operation for appendicitis. He came from Roanoke and had lived here a year. He directed the International Correspondence School office and was a Christian Church member. Survived by widow four children mother and sisters. Funeral at Christian church tomorrow 3 pm conducted by Rev Townsend. Body to be taken to Raazake Saturday for burial. Weekly drill Home Defense Guards to meet at Co L F Armory tonight. Miss Jessie Norris Baltimore visiting Cumberland.
A youth fishing near Kemp’s dam slipped into deep water and nearly drowned. George Joxano rescued him with assistance from a boat crew. The boy was taken to shore exhausted and revived with aid before continuing to Magorstown with a companion.
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