26 Feb 1914
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Newspaper
The Daily Mail
Location
Hagerstown, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Feb 26, 1914
Page
1
The passage mixes humorous quips on matrimony and aging with assorted political notices. It references officials, liquor license debates, and legislative actions, mentioning Governor Goldsborough, Senator Hammond, and a proposed hormone of reform. The text also notes international affairs, a kingdon on the Gold Coast, and a bank of diplomatic events.
Authorities chase Frisby Brake a popular suspect tied to thefts and bad checks across several towns. Sheriff King seeks return of the prisoner from Harrisburg as Brake evades capture, crafting a string of crimes and fake checks while moving between cities.
Contrack awarded for Buna of colerate bridger over Trippes Creek and Puch to Sowuel PL Atle of Fa Berntown for 22000 dollars. Oyster nicl road leads from Breton in Oxford. Angle eas among bidders. experienced contractor to supervise concrete work. Cumberland fears predictions of an old negro revival amid cold air and recent snows.
Andrey Mr stareman of thin elty and brother Tinward P Hurtram have been reassigned to duty on the Vermont gattlenilp. Mr urtwin is hospital apprentice. A stab wound killed Francisco Ruchinsky. friends take charge of the body and plan burial. Later, Mealy FvordiC Ian requests Parlel aid in an unclear matter.
Delayed B&O train passengers near Augusta face several hours of wait after a wreck on the engine. A man from Waynesboro suffers throat injury, while a separate incident in Waynesboro involved a razor threat. Firefighters plan a trip to a city event, with a special train arranged from Chambora to Waynesboro.
Martin Bros, located at Summit Ave 2291-3, dissolved. Tacha Martin retires to become clerk for Fronty D. Martin who will continue the business. April departure noted for Mr and Mrs A, plus Mina Wareham and two others planning a trip to Burdge in April.
A donation of 30 dollars was received from Minn Nelli Cagoy to support relief funds for the poor during the extreme cold season. The donor expressed gratitude for the support and generosity. Jamon Feb and Preaek Kennedy faced charges of alleged misconduct and were fined after official action in Wittamaport.
A prank story listing women as candidates for Burgess led to denials from the named women and threats of legal action. The publisher apologized for naming Mrs Rutty Crow, Mrs Ave Ginger, Mrs Nuttle Grimes, and Mrs Mary Krona, while the joker faces pursuit by angry residents.
Henry Appleman was found along railroad tracks near Clarke county. he was nearly frozen, later revived at a farm home. He had boarded a freight train toward Ha-Fortown, got off near St. Lauden, and walked to the city. He said his mind wandered and his feet were numb. Walter Mlavd, of Garbett's Addition, was struck on the head by a falling snow-laden object, knocked to the ground, with a brief loss of consciousness but quickly recovered. Oscar Bawern slipped and fell, injuring his left hip, attended by a physician. Shoemaker Eller was fined for violating town ordinances by not closing the street from the property front. court noted a $1 fine.
Chetos W. Sime, serving his ninth term, is portrayed as a fearless and combative advocate of political reform and Interstate Commerce actions. The piece paints him as a white, steady statesman who influenced tax, currency, railroads, and national economic policy, with a long record on diverse issues. It notes a dramatic moment likening him to enduring a bout of “hydrocephalitis” during a tense legislative clash and mentions his eventual retirement.
A man named Shane, 24, from Hagerstown attempted suicide by swallowing a mercury tablet in Chambersburg during a run. He was found ill and given antidotes after his actions, with authorities noting he survived the dangerous ingestion and that the incident prompted medical intervention.
Henry Durham faced one year in jail after pleading guilty to carrying a revolver while denying wider allegations of threatening a woman and others. Witnesses testified Durham reportedly drew the gun, and a bulldog revolver was found on his person during a search. The court warned against using weapons to threaten others and urged better conduct in the community.
Doapity efforts by aMlecto to salve the mystery of an alleged theft of $400 from a Martinanury, linking Hoa Deen Macovernl and others. Justine Lloyd issues notes to Constable Wolfe as investigators pursue leads about the stolen money, with Hagerstown authorities taking custody of the funds. A Whixon woman, seen in bright clothing and a broad smile, left town after the episode after speaking with local residents.
Reports from Simithaburg describe severe damage to early peach varieties like Geurila Helle Coron and Elberta on lower grounds where buds froze. Higher elevations above about 800 feet show better survival, with forecasts of heavy overall losses but some fruit remaining. Temperatures fell well below zero across several towns, with 18 below in endyde Mle and subzero readings in Williamsport and nearby areas.
An article recounts a tense incident involving railroad inspectors and workers on a national road, detailing a confrontation over safety checks, job duties, and treatment of inspectors. It notes inspectors’ youth, sense of duty, and fears for safety amid rising tensions on the line, with the piece continuing on the next page.
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