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Newspaper
The Daily Mail
Location
Hagerstown, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 1913
Page
4
A jumble of local and international items recounts civic issues, license fees for nonresident peddlers, uneven enforcement, and a spate of accidents and battles. Names like Bryson, O Connell, and Denaighan appear among reports of plane crashes, clashes, and treaty disputes.
Large workmen camps are forming on both riverbanks as a new steel and concrete bridge is planned across the Potomac by the CV railroad. Richmond contractor Siokan oversees concrete work with a big force and equipment. Twelve piers and two auto lines target a months-long build with completion by late autumn. Provisions and tasks are organized by merchants near Williamsport with daily supplies for workers.
A local note announces the Leiter Bros. opening day set for Thursday in Chambhersturg. The women's outfitting store is preparing preparations with ideas from Magerstowt for the launch event.
A man identified as Jaios Edwin Gitkon, about 25, of Millvolt City, was seriously injured when kicked by a mule between Hollan Springs and Valrvinn. The incident occurred about 10 o'clock this morning. A doctor was summoned, and he received surgical aid. Reports describe multiple accidents involving injuries from animals and a street collision.
Fire destroyed a large furnace at the F. Mertens Sans glass works in Cumberland. Firefighters battled the blaze for hours as the plant sustained extensive damage. A Maryland man jailed earlier related to a separate crime was reported. details unclear. A public ticket redemption and a Christmas festival were noted in brief items.
Under a clear sky the great parade in Ballimore drew about 160,000 spectators. The Eagles’ marchers and partisan groups displayed disciplined formation and militarylike drill with wives seated along avenues, while crowds cheered and applauded after a long, orderly pageant without incident.
Fragmentary report describes an assault in a field near Susadinal Line where a white mob formed, threatening the victim and family. Four suspects were arrested after a nationwide manhunt. two remain confined in Martinistsums while others joined the search. A crowd gathered at a police station as a boy victim described in detail, and authorities warned of swift action to prevent further violence.
A heated local option debate collapses as committee ignores the key question. Participants, including Colonel Carcington absent, fail to reach an agreement despite efforts to craft a unified platform. The session ends without a decisive vote on suffrage and related proposals.
A local family reunion event invites relatives and friends. The notice notes a gathering near Walla and mentions a May wedding and an auction yesterday.
A new hotel to replace the destroyed Blue Mountain House near Cine Lane aims to begin construction as soon as the site is cleared. Stakeholders, including current lessees and the owners of the Hotel Montaine, discuss funding and management while officials plan to protect the ruins and diamonds buried on the property.
An old time spelling bee plan unfolds with community groups debating prizes and participation. The notice mentions schools and officials considering prizes, attendance, and a rally linked to local candidates and organizers across multiple towns and counties.
Charles L2 year old Bair of Frank Stover reports a man grabbed him on the hillside near Glen Afton. The assailant fled after knocking the boy to the ground, leaving the child shaken but unharmed. Mr Stover offers 26 for information leading to the suspect’s capture.
Howard Guesford, four, son of Mr. and Mrs. Martin Guesford of near Wilson, died at the hospital after a stumble with a horse on Thursday. He was found unconscious along the Western Pike by Michael Mowen and taken to the hospital where he died later. The details of the accident remain unclear as the family received fragmentary information. He is survived by six siblings and his parents. The funeral was held in Willietisport with burial planned for later.
Baltimore progressives press Col George Pentre for a short term United States Senate bid. A telegram to urging Col Tyne to join, and Alfred A. Merlend, chairman of the committee, backs the effort as a pledge for timely communication and support.
Staith and Matthews announce a placer sale at their tabulated yard with MIKO items advertised for buyers. A separate notice states the completion of a foundation for Kay ktong Mobile Can Sign Co at Mt salft Way, marking a factory project milestone.
A notice describes changes at the Hagerstown post office with new parcel post regulations. It notes expanded delivery equipment and a shift in handling large packages to improve service and efficiency, as parcels move through the system.
A fragmented report from Waynesboro to Harrisburg notes elopers flocking to Pennsylvania under a new eugenics marriage law. The piece cites license checks, cross-border movement, and a curious trust deed related to a family dispute, with a Hagerstown context and a traveling Wild West show mentioned amid legal questions.
Fragmentary OCR describes a horse show event with names such as Morse and Moore and officials like a treasurer and secretary. Mentions prizes, post deliveries, and a Punchy list of speakers and attendees, with unclear context but reference to a horse show in Hagerstown and awards.
The case against W W Winebrenner Highfield and William Banniter Waynesboro was dismissed after testimony on a park disturbance. Winebrenner, a Highfield merchant, then filed a $2000 assault suit against the W M RY Co alleging arrest and mistreatment at Pen Mar Park by a policeman. The railroad owns and operates the park and the suit cites alleged assault and unlawful detention. A separate item notes the C V railroad seeking permission to build a bridge over Lin Canal below Williamsport with plans submitted to the Lee Board of Public Works.
Nearly 17 000 attended the fourth annual reunion of Odd Fellows lodges from Maryland Pennsylvania Virginia West Virginia and DC. Speakers included Alexander B. Dorkery and W Washington. Prizes honored the largest parade turnout while dancing, band concerts and large food baskets filled the day.
J Sumarr Draper and wife transfer to Wan Y Tapscott Jr a tract of land in Palvanont Mark Abraham Kimles executor of Joseph Kimler deceased to Daniel Ve Pike. Property lies on the southwest side of what is known as the Old Plite.
Camirey's Band of Maytinshur hosts its annual picnic on Pen Mar town square. Attendance appears strong with a lively crowd and local merchants reporting good fruit and beverages. A brakeman was injured in a separate incident near the Wh and OL line Sunday night. A woman and baby were involved in the aftermath.
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