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Newspaper
The Daily Mail
Location
Hagerstown, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1925
Page
2
Bwampscott Mass Aug 25 The federal government signals no move to prevent a coal strike suspension next Tuesday. President Coolidge is assured there will be sufficient coal to meet all needs this winter. Government aid will focus on supplying an adequate stock rather than stopping the strike.
A Macmillan Arctic expedition on the way south from Blah Greenland halted due to foul weather. Navy Department dispatch says Peary and Howdain are heading to Booth Sound to report the situation.
La Follette Jr. launches his bid as a Republican for the United States Senate seat once held by his father. The Wisconsin event in Atoughton drew applause as he pledged to carry on the progressive banner his father carried.
The Washington government formally accepted China’s invitation to participate in the curatory conference in Peking scheduled for October 26. The move signals resumed formal engagement with Beijing amid ongoing diplomatic efforts.
New York August 25 The Charleston is rising in popularity but revised dancing rules seek dignity. The Society of American Teachers of Dancing barred the flapper and sheik styles and rejected suggestive movements after a Boston Pickwick Club event linked to July 3 tragedy. Demonstrations at Waldorf Astoria showed restricted kicks and precise alignment.
In Miami Florida on August 20 a statement to the Associated Press notes broad support for Josephus Daniels to head a national memorial to William Jennings Bryan. Mrs Bryan, the widow, expresses appreciation for the public wish to honor her husband and endorses the idea.
Mrs Daisy Barntant of Nesale West Virginia pressed charges of criminal assault against Prank Ripple and Edward Madiaoa of Williamsport. Justice McGardell yesterday in Willamaport heard State’s Attorney Rouletta note the girl lured youths for a ride to Hagerstown and that angles of the alleged assault could not be proven. The absence of the party girl’s testimony led to dismissal. Scott M Wolfinger represented the youths.
One year after the Antietam street parking venture opened in Hagerstown, demand grows. The Parking Co plans 62 additional sheds in City Mall to keep 846 cars under cover, with completion expected in a month or two as Saturday nights fill the space.
Fraudulent stock promotions and investment scams are blamed for an estimated 1 billion dollars lost by the U S public in 1925. The report notes persistent misuse by brokers and investment firms, despite protective laws, and highlights the role of chambers of commerce advertising clubs and related outfits in promoting quack investing schemes.
A massive blaze in Montreal area destroyed an entire block between Saint Cuinet and Emory streets. Twenty armoured dwellings four large apartment homes an iron plant and other structures were consumed. Firefighters were overcome by heat and smoke with several injured including four women and some men.
A Board of Inquiry will investigate the Camp Grant mortar explosion that killed eight and wounded 12. Witness accounts describe a hazy tragedy with the Wight Infantry Regiment of Chicago. Captain Osceola Browning commanded with Stokes trench mortars as projectiles detonated after a faulty propelling charge allowing cordite to enter, causing fragments to fly.
Naples reports Mount Vesuvius again in major eruption with vast ash clouds lighting the night sky. Officials and observatory authorities warn of possible danger but deem the imminent catastrophe unlikely. Local authorities monitor the situation and advise caution.
Widespread debate centers on whether the Lalglan debt settlement sets a binding precedent for funding with Allied nations. Coolidge aides stress the Versailles framework remains unchallenged while indicating Britain and Italy may receive lenient terms if nations propose credible plans. Belgium’s situation draws neutral scrutiny as U.S. policy weighs broader relief.
The Rev Miller, of Boundary Avenue, Meath Adlat Episcopal Church, leaped into the river to save baby Frederick Ridenour of New York who toppled from a motorboat. Miller’s body was recovered later, completing the grim rescue.
Linwood Hendrickson charged with theft of automobile tires from a local site was released on $1000 bail set by Justice J. Scott Bower. Lou Hendrickson is also implicated and released. The case will come before the November term at court.
Announcement states J. KieNor Funk recently appointed permanent agent secretary would locate his office in County Agent Moore's office. County Commissioners report that permission cannot be given for him to hold office there as the law restricts offices used for county business to designated sites.
A fragmented report recounts veteran fates from global conflict era. It mentions Vasil Tehes Lavsky rising to major in a Russian context, later serving as a private in the 129th Field Artillery of the National Guard, with references to Bolshevik upheaval and U.S. guard units. The piece notes ties to figures like Grant Duke Nichols and Ul ezar, and speaks of battles, leadership shifts, and a blend of American and European wartime threads.
Thieves stripped the car of Col Dallas M. Ward a member of the Board of County Commissioners and a noted auctioneer. The burglary occurred at his home along the State road late Friday night or early Saturday. Loss includes accounts and other articles about $60. The thieves pried open the car and removed carpet curtains front aot and tools. the vehicle was found damaged but not driven away. Jon N. Mower and Thomas J. Lomen briefly fished in the Potomac above Williamsport.
Fire broke out at the Main sanitarium as fevers from laboratory illness surged, causing considerable excitement. Authorities treated the outbreak, and officials reported no casualties though the scene drew attention from the public and local health agencies.
President Coolidge plans to come back to Washington by Labor Day week as he wraps up his vacation. He has not fixed the exact date publicly but indicated a return by train, with possible overnight travel and a final decision in his own mind. A train trip is expected, with a potential stop or arrival on the Mayflower ship at a wharf near Marblehead.
A Santa Ana dispatch describes a mail train robbery near the line between San Diego and Santa Ana. Bandits boarded at Ocean Side and fled toward San Juan Capistrano after wounding and beating a messenger named Campbell. The exact loot is unconfirmed as authorities continue inquiries.
A Chinese war breaks out amid the burial of Loo Kio Ying mayor of New York City Chinatown. Reports say Leong Tungman Flip Sing member was killed, with possible wounded in Boston as Washington foils a plot. Chinese communities react with fear. city, state and federal authorities investigate.
Haniel Strine of Wayneabora, driver for the machine that crashed into a streetcar near a railroad crossing by Mattway Sunday night, has been removed to home from Washakia County Hospital. Indications suggest no charges will be preferred against the car occupants.
New York Aus 25 The Standard Oil Company of New Jersey announced its fourth gasoline price cut this month. The tank wagon price drops to 18 cents in San Jose, Thaldlmora and Washington DC, and to 17 cents per gallon in other territories including Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia, North and South Carolina. Overall reductions range from 12 to 34 percent below previous levels.
Condition of J Harry Mixesalt of Wayttesboro remained unchanged at Washington County Hospital with internal injuries a broken arm and a loss of wax described as HAL condition four serious injuries have a utila lope for bio recovery Daniel Stil is who suffered four broken arms cuts and bruises showed moderate improvement this morning
Chicago August 25 A convention speaker from the National Life Insurance Company argues obesity is more dangerous than flying in airplanes. He cites death rates and accidents, claiming auto and other risks outpace air travel while the cabin remains the safest place.
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