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Newspaper
The Daily Mail
Location
Hagerstown, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1923
Page
2
News brief from Texas reports night watchman William Horn aged 50 was killed during a failed robbery at the Farmers and Merchants Vault. Robbers who shot him attempted to enter the vault but fled after discovering the corpse and missing the stated cash. Authorities investigate the early incident.
A damaged item describes a murder and attempted robbery discovered by a newsboy L. FP Wijoppen who found a body in a cabinet. The watchman was killed with a blow to the head and tied to a chair as the vault doors failed to open during the break in.
Dr James Whanon McSherry a Mar t inerburg physician and Civil War veteran remains active at age ninety seven. He continues a drifted practice at his office serving friends who refuse other care and also attends to county business and local affairs amid aging health challenges.
Russel Wilson defeated former city councilman Filgar for president of the Mie Wess Enterprise Fee Company in the regular election. Other officers were elected, including Do Angle Wollinger as president, Logan, Annnetal, Flederick Wellinger as treasurer, and Jobart Fisher as director, with a slate of senior officers and committee assignments.
Acclaimed Bert Lytell performs a rope stunt with Betty Compson in To Have and To Hold while The Eternal Three, a Goldwyn feature directed by Herbert Brenon, plays at the Colonial Theatre. Noted cast includes Tobart Bosworth Claire Windsor Raymond Griffith and Beverly Bayne.
The Palace Theatre screens The Exiles featuring John Gilbert and depicts an exaggerated courtroom set. The dramatic court room, built to resemble the Criminal Court building, impresses viewers with authentic masonry and interior details created by artist Will Fox.
The article notes a Wig parade in the Men’s Wibta Classes, Frederick’s Sunday parade, and a Palace Theatre film shown tomorrow titled Has the Work Gone Mad by Daniel Carson Good man. It mentions town paraders and municipal groups, with a sociocultural critique of modern life and moral obligations. The Maryland Theater is referenced for the film showcase.
An OCR fragment shows a local toy shop, likely named Hagerstown Cut Rate Toy Shop, located at a corner near Ahic Square. Details, dates, and full address are unreadable, but the item indicates a retail opening or presence in the town.
Review notes praise Flaming Youth as a standout film in the Jazz Age theme, highlighting its bold modern style and standout production. Klauslog Youth is mentioned as a notable companion feature. The piece frames the era’s cinema as influential and vividly styled.
A lively Maryland event titled Surprise Night delighted attendees with valualty presents and varied amusements. The vaudeville segment opened with a comedy musical stew, praised as unusually entertaining and well received.
Gunpell proprietor of the Haumittoy Hotel donated a car to Wilitusport school. The prize was awarded to Harvey Dellinger of Williamsport by pupils of Miss Arlene Down and Mrs J. HL Jemes. The make and further details are incomplete.
A fragmented OCR line hints at a fund contribution related to an event or person but presents no clear names, date, place, or obligation. The text appears incomplete and non-specific, requiring the original article for a coherent title and summary.
Kellogg's Bran claims to relieve constipation with daily use and adds bulk to the bowels. Suggested uses include mixing with hot cereals, sprinkling on foods, or eating as a cereal, with recipes on each package and availability in stores, hotels, and restaurants.
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