Nation Mourns At Bier Of Their Fallen Chief
A lengthy account of public mourning for Warren G. Harding follows his death, describing the nation’s sorrow during the bier and funeral procession. It notes the somber crowds in Washington and the tribute by President Calvin Coolidge, former Presidents Taft and Wilson, and a host of officials. The piece emphasizes the solemnity of the nation as Harding is laid to rest and the procession to the Capitol. The narrative honors Harding’s legacy and the gravity of the national mourning period.
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City Church Boys Go Camping Along Canal at Williamsport
A large party of youths from Miethotlist Church in Baltimore camped along the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal at Williamsport for two weeks. Rev J H Besle and several church members supervise the group as they set camp near the lock after arriving Monday.
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Solemn crowds greet Harding train in state
The mournful procession for the late President drew crowds in Martinsburg Cumberland Hagerstown and Hancock as the train carried his body through Maryland and West Virginia. Officials presented wreaths and condolences while thousands lined the routes and stations to honor the deceased leader. The train reached Martinsburg at 8:20 p.m. and Hancock at 7:49 p.m. with strong local turnout.
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Slagerstown
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Hagerstown
Foreign Exchange Markets Report and Thank You Note
Foreign exchange deals show sterling around 4 56 percent and several currency cables listed with varying percentages. A garden of thanks appears, expressing appreciation for friends and neighbors during the illness and death of Mrs. Robert Kriechbaum, with signatories J. A. Pombroy and Robert Kriechbaum.
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Aged visitor dies after sudden attack in Bakerton
James W. Hoffman seventy nine, a prominent Bakerton resident, died suddenly after visiting from the Marylag Theater with his granddaughter Louise Bettles. Heart attack caused his death within minutes. He had come to Hagerstown for rest from heart trouble and leaves a large family including widow and several children and grandchildren. Funeral at the Bakerton Methodist Church Friday at 2 pm with interment at Shepherdstown Reformed Cemetery. Catherine Little fifty four, widow of William H Little, formerly of Spring Gap, Md, died suddenly at her daughter’s Cumberland home. Survived by five daughters and two sons and one brother. Funeral arrangements pending in Cumberland.
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Spring Gap
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Cumberland
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Twigetown
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Masons Meet to Honor Warren and Harding in Iriandship Lodge
Irlandship Lodge No 84 plans an August 8 gathering at the Masonic Temple to memorialize Warren and former President Harding. Tributes will be led by Mrs Laura Katherine Alexander, widow of Charles Alexander, with funeral details for multiple local residents and notices of social events at Willow Grove Park on August 11.
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Memorial Service Planned in Williamsport for President Harding
A memorial service for President Harding is set for Friday at 3:30 in United Srben Church Williamsport. Pastor Rev Harry C Kottler will lead and deliver the memorial address. the president's favorite hymns will be sung. Mayor Taylor sanctioned the event after discussion with Rev Kottler with local pastors away on vacation.
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Picnic Racing Feature Set for Fairgrounds Event
The Farmer's Picnic committee announced a racing program at the Fairgrounds on August 82 with three main races starting at 7 pm. Additional events include a thriller Roman chariot race and several other features. Contact John Weinter or Clayton Falkney to enter before the tenth. Building permits and unrelated notes follow.
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Stocks Dip After Funeral Delays In Washington
New York trading amid a half hour funeral pause for President Harding's death saw minimal market activity. The day featured mainly professional traders with a cautious tone. industrials held steady while copper shares showed slight gains. local quotations noted modest price levels for corn and farm products amid quiet sessions and a Beaver Creek picnic notice appeared in community notices.
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American Legion to Observe Memorial Service
American Legion members of the St Lefofon unit are asked to assemble Friday at 3 o clock to march to the St John's Lutheran church auditorium for memorial services honoring Warren G. Harding. In the same issue, Washington Square and St Mark's Lutheran Sunday School teams clash at Willow Lane Park tonight.
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Rheumatics remedy sold at Kneisley Drug Stores
Aurhinbaugh and Kneisley Drug Stores advertise Theumaticm remedy or the no par plan to relieve rheumatics. The claim suggests users can throw away crutches and walk without pain or stiffness using the product.
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