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Newspaper
The Daily Mail
Location
Hagerstown, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1925
Page
5
Fragmented wartime text reports a Chicago strike by coal yard drivers and a push to impose city fees for bus operation. Mayor Bowman is cited, with debate over permits and city revenue used for public works.
Investigators report coal theft at a public intermediate school in Willamport. Contractor W. T. Miller will reinforce the cellar door to deter further thefts. Officials disclosed no amount stolen or duration, while school authorities and Torch President Wengley investigated the incident.
SHATTILL Jan 5 a man named Jensa Webb narrowly escaped death row after a governor commutation spared him from execution. Webb, once sentenced to hang for murder, endured nearly a year under threat before a life saved by clemency. While imprisoned he wrote books including Thy American Privian System, later used as a reference.
Nellie Taylor Ross, widow of the late Wyoming governor, was sworn in as the first woman governor in the state and one of the first in the nation. The inauguration featured a simple ceremony with the chief justice administering the oath and an address by Governor Ross. Also reported: schools reopen after Christmas break and a drop in morning temperatures to near freezing.
Washington January 6 1925 administration faces a big task to prevent the veto of the post office salary bill from being overridden in Congress. A compromise bill would grant the same wage increases, avoiding new funding. Senate leaders worry overrides and pay hikes pace, while administration officials debate substitution to force action before March 4.
Irene Castle, once famed dancer, gives birth to a daughter at Michael Reese Hospital in Chicago. The baby weighed seven pounds and is said to be named for the mother. Mrs Frederick Mc Laughlin, by then born to three marriages, is the mother.
Despite heavy snow storm conditions county health officials report grip and influenza cases rising. Dr. I Ny Weiteur notes four cases since the week's start and limited influenza spread. water towns show weak electon impact. Rev Honey Green, pastor of Smithaburg and Clonespring churches, was hospitalized after last night services.
The weekly outlook predicts above normal temperatures across the North and Middle Atlantic region with warmer conditions early in the week. Storm chances and midweek cooling are possible as a front approaches from the west, with the end of the period showing mixed skies and variable temperatures.
Report from Chicago indicates officials are attempting a settlement amid a tense labor dispute. Drivers demand higher wages and better conditions, while hospitals and lodging sectors face supply strains. A city survey warns extended disruption could burden private businesses and public services.
Crowds filled the city courtroom this morning as a trial of a woman accused of drunken assault drew attention. Other cases included Johnny Stevens and Thomas Pot held on robbery charges, Stevens tied to previous offenses, with Janne Helm convicted for "amacking" his sister and Curtis Evyards jailed for six months for assault and battery.
George Shater, a 69 year old farmer between Brownavella and Burktsville, died after a finger cut while adjusting a bolt on a circular saw. Tetanus symptoms appeared later, despite initial remedies. Funeral set for Wednesday at 10 at the Latherte Church. Also, Paul Clack of Smilthaliucg injured with a badly cut left hand while his wife was nearby.
A garbled OCR item references a gray haired individual in Chicago connected to a police murder case. It mentions a plea for a new trial, executive clemency, an arrest linked to a fatal shooting, and ongoing appeals with relatives awaiting updates as the case moves through the court system.
One of the escaped convicts has been recaptured near Baltimore Ohio Watch Road auction site. No details about the other inmate or their direction remain known. Garr was questioned but provided no new lead. Authorities continue to search for the second escapee.
Vance McCormick and Mes. Garteugte Howard Olmatood were married this morning at the residence of the White LOS WNI Front abveet. The ceremony was performed by the Bishop of Southern Virginia the Rev Beverly P Tucker of Norfolk and the Rev C Waldo Cherry, pastor of Pine Street Presbyterian church.
Riotous scenes marked the opening of a Reichstag meeting as guards clashed with detainees. Protesters surged around the chamber while officials struggled to maintain order amid chants and unrest.
London dispatch notes private advices that Italy faces a dire internal crisis with fascist and anti fascist factions clashing in smaller towns. The report warns that the government may resort to martial law as a last measure to restore order amid mounting unrest and political tension.
Fragmented OCR text shows debate over ballot recounts and election integrity. Mentions Supreme Court involvement and officials questioning procedures amid contested results. Entities include United States Supreme Court, observers, and multiple unnamed officials.
Readers see a table listing percentages of eligible voters who cast ballots in the election. The national figure shows about 72 percent turnout for the United States and several states cluster near 60 percent. States with turnout under 60 percent include New Hampshire, Rhode Island, New York, New Jersey, Ohio, Michigan, and others, while several plains and western states also hover around or below. The report notes variation by state and age groups among the voters.
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