Mayors push to curb charity solicitations by outsiders
Mayor Grames Bowman backs prohibiting paid collectors for charitable causes by outside groups. Investigations into the Volunteers of America in Hagerstown found some funds failing to reach the needy, prompting a plan to redirect donations to unpaid volunteer groups and churches. The probe influenced a forthcoming ordinance, with continued details on Page 12.
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Berg Ig
Grames E Bowman
Mayer Hap
Voleunteres of America
Hagerstown
Layne Hownan
Devielan
Sediaily
Aondea Nere
Unik
Howman
de Ty Coune
Chiropractors In West Virginia Face Medical Exam Rule
A Supreme Court decision centers on whether chiropractors may practice medicine without state medical clearance. The ruling requires chiropractors to pass a state medical examination to legally treat patients, defining the limits of chiropractic practice under West Virginia law.
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Supreme Court
Girl Poisoner On Trial Faces Jury Verdict Soon
A fragmented court report describes Mah Gevildle and others on trial for poisoning accusations. Principal testimony has begun as the case proceeds toward a potential verdict, with the defense highlighting young witnesses and alleged circumstantial evidence.
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Gevildle
Shory
Gl Sharky Alter
Enon
Julia
Mary Chale
Inquest to Reconsider Two Babies Discovery at Riverview
The coroner's jury in Wil iamaport will reconvene at 7 37 pm to review the discovery of a baby’s body and a stained lnmikerelter. State's Attorney Redoulette leads the investigation after Mrs Chuwaford identified a stained item found with the mutilated body at Riverview Cemetery on Sunday.
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Riverview
Wiliamaport
Dury
Redoulette
Cor Abor
First Ticket Out At Williamsport
The first ticket for the annual election to be held Monday March 2 at Williamsport lists three candidates for the Conserv ative Ticket J Sidney Conley Charles Mila and Samuel Le Meehan. A ticket supporting the present regime is also implied with possible announcement of the final ticket within a day or two.
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Williamsport
Alade la
TL Fa
J. Sidney Conley
Charles Mila
Samuel le Meehan
Wilan Ag
Bis
Aiakiog
Wood to Return to United States for Fresh Start
Sebastian Spain February 21 1918 News Service report on Llewlomut Oxhorne C Wood son of Major Central Tochiid Wood facing warrants in connection with debts and a planned return to America after a chaotic stay in Madrid and London. The article details alleged financial troubles and Wood’s attempts to settle obligations with Chicago associate Charley Wacker.
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Bas Sebastian
Spain
Llewlomut Oxhorne C. Wood
Wood
Vinesi
Amore
Aterles
Antes Chiao
Wall Street
Bia Diyappnaradee
Wherritz
Wool
Hineleas Yontarday
Akon
Woman Condemned To Hang In Georgia Since Civil War
A Georgia woman faces execution after her clemency appeal failed. The case involves a murder tied to her mother in law, with two police witnesses describing the crime. If carried out, she would be the first woman executed in Georgia since the Civil War.
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Atlanta
Ira
Hughas
Shota
Shinwa
State Supreme Couse
Haa
Leon
Mia
Hughes
Murhon
Fulton County
Fifa Wito
Antons
Georgia
Administration Fights To Save Underwood Shoals Bill
Dab Wallington reports the House faced a tense move to passage of the Underwood Shoals bill amid Senate actions sending the measure back. Administration hopes hinge on the Senate bill with House action likely to test for further differences and a possible conference report. Strong opposition from progressives and southern Democrats signals lengthy debate ahead.
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Underwood Shoals
Senate
Oppose More Pay For Congressmen
A Washington report notes Senator Baroh of the Republican party introduced an amendment to block pay raises for members of Congress. The measure seeks to prevent automatic increases and ties to the defense spending bill referenced in the session.
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Washington
Senate
Baroh
Dihitio
Borate
Urievel
Yoko Ie
Democrats 10 Plan Primary Meeting in West Washington
The City Central Committee will meet tomorrow evening in West Washington Street to arrange for upcoming primaries. Candidates for convention will be outlined for wards six and four, with Connelinan Sebvelor a and Cauunetinnan Miraconta among contenders. Railroad men Dnkley and Kiracafe are noted as prominent figures in Ward Litho.
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Democrats
City Central Committee
A. A. Maron
West Washington Streat
Conedimen
Io Prumnarion
Wana
Connelinan Sebvelor
Cauunetinnan Miraconta
Konoiinatian
Ward
Monara
Bellevue Sale Talk Dominates County Board Meeting
Miller and Vernon N. Simmons representing the Chamber of Commerce urged the County Commissioners to consider selling Bellevue and relocating the institution either near the city or on a farm. They argued for public welfare but the board paused the issue for future consideration amid opposition from President John W. Bower. Ernest W. McElroy discussed junk store property along the Pennsylvania Natives at Tultway, Lo Henry, noting a plan and a sale to McElroy of Len and Mulberry property.
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Miller
Vernon N. Simmons
Chamber of Commerce
Bellevue
Ome
Thay
John WN. Bower
Mallor
Conuaerea
Ernest WW. McElroy
Pennsyvania Nativoes
Tultway
Lo Henty
Turger
Me. Burger
McElroy
Len and Mulberry
United States Faces Threats to Trade Position in War Context
Washington report says President and Commerce Department officials warn that Great Britain Germany and Japan threaten U S commercial position amid wartime shifts. Early data indicate U S supplied about 23 percent of Japan's purchases while Britain and Germany lag behind prewar shares.
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Washington
Larapeia
Witiota
United States
Ariala
Germany
Branca
Berghian
Daly
Agbectea
Tosh Ibaa
Ulwaa
United
European Nationa Ware
Tlawever
Japan
American Products Tacos
Ho Kecoat
Fisume Rougesled
Jagan
Jaegan
Great Britain
President Ebert Undergoes Operation in Berlin
Berlin Feb 24 President Th arta underwent a surgical operation for an ailment. Medics reported the procedure successful and the condition normal with only a slight rise in temperature.
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Berlin
Tharta
Warm Wave Fatal to Two in Brisbane
Heat waves sweeping Brisbane have killed three people and caused widespread distress across the city. A man named Charles J. Mullen sprained his leg after a fall from a trolley, and another individual sustained a bad right ankle sprain while trying to board a tram. The incident occurred as hot conditions persisted in the area.
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Harles J. Mullen
Druggtat
Citize
Wilbanaport
Mallon
Son of Rich Man Blinded, Bride Dying
In Los Angeles on February 24 a feud between a millionaire Chicago company’s son and a bank led to a fatal assault scene in Hollywood. The man was bladed and may be disfigured as doctors treat injuries while the bride lies dying.
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Lom Angeles
Ava
Amet and Banket
Wartiilly
Hite
Tla Baangigil
Hollywood Hospital
Mexlay
Pelee Darby
Isom
Unclear text about King George and London events
Fragmentary OCR note mentions King George and London with unclear references and dates. Lacks coherent details or identifiable actors, places, or outcomes to form a clear summary in the style of a newspaper card.
Queen in Serious Condition After Boat Train Departure
Reports say Misa Swanson remained seriously ill with peritonitis after surgery hours before a boat train departure. Her husband Marquis de La Lalalie and her children, under guardianship, boarded the Waes France to New York as hospital care continued.
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Luca
Alan
Marquis de la Lalalie
Giles
Misa Swanson
Amer
Misa Hwason
France
New York
Prahab
Trustees Reappointed by Nordal County Commission
The Nordal County Commission reappointed the president board of trustees of Rutleyne Mos for a further term, praising their efficiency in managing the youth institution. The notice notes confidence in their ability and lists members including Lloyd, George, and Birmingham. The report also mentions Davy Loyd George's improving throat ailment and a possible departure for Lanai tomorrow.
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Nordal
Tragic Philadelphia Express Crashes Into Havana Limited
A Philadelphia express train rear ended the Havana Limited at Manhattan Transfer near New York, killing between 20 and 30 and injuring many. The dining car derailed, passengers were hurled into aisles, chairs overturned, and a panicked scene unfolded as rescue efforts began.
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Harrison
Nidy
East Theen
Philadelphia
Manhattan Transfer
Pennslyvania
New York
Pasdengara
Thyte Yeacua
Stocks Sold At Public Auction
Auctioneer Toseph Snyder sold to day three shares of Maryland Sursty and Truro Company stock at 43 a share, thirty five shares of Commercial Trust Company stock at 30.75, and other listed securities including Halsted River Lauber Camping stock, WWGC Veiar Company, Massachusetts sugar stock, and Florida Cane Syrup Company shares, with varied par values and prices noted.
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Toseph Snyder
Sh Cron
Court Hauge &3
Maryland Sursty & Truro Company
Crmpany
Witteensted of
Halsted
River Lauber Camping Centnon Stock Ab
Evro
WWGC
Veiar Company
Votmsney Cel
Florida Cane Syrup Company
Conductor Hurt Falling From Car On N W Ry
Norfolk and Western conductor Charles W Green fell from a car early this morning near Washington County. He sustained a badly injured arm and facial injuries. An initial report suggests he will recover.
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Charles W. Green
Washington County
Norfolk and Westers
Niece Claims Lincoln Slayer Seen A Year Later
A Minneapolis Star report recounts Minn and others stating that years after Lincoln's assassination, a niece claims she saw John Wilkes Booth alive. The account cites testimony about Booth’s disguises and later sightings, with investigators and a $400,000 reward referenced for the case.
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Lincoln
Vole
Minneapolia
Jol Wilkes Booth
Jin Tenld
Doula
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