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Newspaper
The Daily Mail
Location
Hagerstown, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1925
Page
5
Washington notes reveal a sharp split in views on taxes and France's loan bids. American bankers consider French efforts to borrow $140,000,000 amid debt pressures, while administration officials resist until war debt terms are clearer. Government stance opposes new foreign funding without conclusive adjustments.
An unending throng of students gathers at Alamni memorial hall for the funeral of Marlon Loy las Burton president of the University of Michigan as state guards guard the procession. Governor Droesbeck presides over the service with regents and students, with burial planned at Parent HIM Cemetery tomorrow. The funeral cortege will pass two groups of klilents amid solemn rites.
New York, Feb. 20. Milton J. Budlong, a wealthy man, moves his belongings from their 13 room apartment as Mrs Jeasla udlong remains, staying to hold the fort. His representatives remove furniture after entering by prying the door from the stairs. Budlong ends a six day fast by drinking milk.
Steve Moore, described as an inventor, reportedly used rubbing alcohol diluted with a chemical to create an internal bath. He faced police action after a string of disruptive calls and a court appearance. A Justice Bower ordered him to leave the city, with authorities monitoring his movements. An employee at a local store confirmed Moore purchased rubbing alcohol. He claimed to be from Ark, New Jersey.
Wentmuther Prank L Bennett details the Hagerstown postal timings for Washington's Birthday Monday February 23 1926. No window service rural delivery suspended city carriers begin at 8 30 A M city delivery only and a 5 P M box collection. Lock boron notice from 6 A M to 11 P M for renters.
Vernon L. Chiestford pleads in court for divorce from Margaret W. Uuessford amid ongoing proceedings. Local court records note the case title and status as a divorce action.
Washington reports of February 20 describe a coming clash in the next Congress over tax revision. President Coolidge advocates keeping federal inheritance taxes, while key Republicans split, with Rep William G. Brown of Iowa and others favoring state control or tax changes. Democrats lean against abolishing the tax, opposing the Coolidge plan and signaling a major party divide. A national tax conference echoed these tensions with economists debating the inheritance tax principle and Treasury official Charles Dawey defending Mellon views.
ICNANG China February 30 The U S Covent today demanded the immediate release of Captain Howley of the American river steamer Choi Chu en and other Americans detained by the Kweli chaw militarists The captain was arrested and other crew on the boat were detained by the Civiera
London dispatch reports mixed signs as King George VI shows slow progress against influenza. The official bulletin notes only a somewhat reali…ght improvement, with physicians cautious about the monarch’s condition after Ulm’s attack last Saturday.
Allegany county engineer Lefevre and division engineer Gray of the West Virginia Roads Commission report completion of a survey for a proposed bridge spanning the Potomac River. Three locations and a ferry route near Memor, Maryland to opposite Paw Paw, West Virginia were studied.survey began Monday and will include hallmates submissions with recommendations.
A Philadelphia case reports a mysterious poisoning linked to divorce and a lover. City chemist J Gootell investigates apparent poison use that killed Ralph M. Spudera and Mrs Lida Voodyke in a shared apartment. Police exhumations and testimonies unfold amid a complex love triangle.
Albert E Sartain former warden at the U S Penitentiary Atlanta and Lawrence Reich of Columbus Ohio were found guilty by a United States District Court jury of conspiring to solicit and accept bribes from prisoners for soft berths Judge Erwin announced sentence to be imposed today L J Fletcher Jr formerly deputy warden was found not guilty and plans for a new trial were indicated for the convicted men The maximum penalty is two years in prison and a 10000 fine
A 600000 fund is available for armory construction in Hagerstown Cumberland and Centerville after the Maryland Fourth Regiment Armory at Maryland and North avenues Baltimore sold for 860000. Armory Alta was sold to Baltimore broker Israel Bilbareteln. Plan includes adding Dundalk flying field improvements and a $250000 bond issue with 360000 already from the sale. Major Reckord ordered planks for the North Potomac street armory site.
Gloria Swanson condition prompts new medical consult at Mont Morency hospital. Dr Varvalgeal says to bring in Prof Bardat to assess the famous American actress after a recent operation and a mild fever around 101 to 102 degrees.
In Baltimore Fett 20 Ada Odell says her husband George Odell objects to a horse as a house pet. Odell reports he keeps a favorite white horse in the parlor when he is usually happy, and the court today hears the dispute.
Columbus Feb 24 Governor Donahey directed the Ohio Board of Pharmacy to conduct a thorough investigation into the alleged laxity at Ohio State University dispensary connected with a mysterious strychnine poisoning. The aim is to prosecute the poisoner or those responsible and to fix direct responsibility if possible.
Thirteen prisoners appeared before Judge Frank G Wagamantvs this morning, including 12 men and one woman. Several pleaded guilty to various charges such as larceny and parole violations, with numerous cases listed against individuals for theft, burglary, and related offenses. The docket notes guilty pleas by Neathea Yancey Savannah Pauling and Lary Jones, among others, while others entered not guilty pleas. The proceedings appear continued to page 8.
The marriage of Carl T. Werner of Shippensburg is in question with reports he courted another wife. Local residents recall Werner’s past, including his student days at Dickinson School and an alleged plan to travel to New York. Investigations accuse Werner of falsifying and fraud to obtain support while using the name Cart T Werner.
A 25 dollar fine was imposed after youths testified that Waynesboro dealers sold cigarettes to minors. Officials warned local retailers to stop selling to underage customers.
Brigadier General William Mitchell testifies that air bombs failed to sink the Washington due to real explosive charges and the ship’s protection. He argues battleships remain highly vulnerable and cites naval lessons from World War I era weapons. The hearing also covers criticism of Congress over funding for air power and naval defenses.
General William Mitchell signals continued focus on air power and aviation duty amid the Vestinensy demotion investigation. He speaks to Captain Edward Riekenhaie in Detroit, thanking Hick Cabacker for an offer and noting lodging and work plans for the near future as he notes the separate air service and ongoing service improvements.
Fragmented dispatches report Anglo-Persian and allied interests seeking to open markets in Britain and America while denying a formal monopoly. A Bulgarian government warning of unrest accompanies uncertain signals from officials amid turmoil and threats noted in Balgrade.
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