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Newspaper
The Daily Mail
Location
Hagerstown, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jan 08, 1923
Page
6
Albert Hairies, about 60, found in a Martinsburg suburb by quarry workers. Moonshine near his body, alcohol blamed for death. He carried nearly $2,000 in deposits, cash, and certificates, with a will disinheriting relatives. Burial expenses specified and burial plot funded. A club meeting and director gathering follow.
Death notices for Mrs. Rena Gates of 140 Lanvale Street and others across the region report sudden illnesses and heart trouble. Survivors include several children in Hagerstown and nearby towns, with funeral services planned from Hancock, Winchester, and local churches. Additional notices list Chisleh and infant deaths, with burials in Mount Hebron and Sage cemeteries and church services scheduled.
A well attended mass meeting was held yesterday at the Red Men's Hall in Sharpsburg as part of a revival survival baling led by Rev. John Japhet and Rev. Marcus Miter of Washington. The hall was taxed by its capacity with vocal and instrumental offerings by the Anderson Sintera and a lecture by Japhet on "God and the End of Man."
Fire at the Hamilton drug store caused heavy smoke and chemical explosions. Owner Mr. Rudy planned remodeling, new stock, and a temporary Washington Street shop for regular customers while authorities ruled the blaze accidental. Contractor George McDowall was injured by an exploding chemical tank. Hotel Hamston guests evacuated safely as smoke filled adjoining areas.
New York January 8 The forenoon tone turned strong with some gains for certain issues while others declined. Studebaker Baldwin Locomotive and US Steel moved, Chandler fell, and Sears Roebuck and Central Leather slipped, with railroad shares easing modestly as supply concerns weighed on the motor sector.
The Mililateral Association passed a resolution thanking newspapers for city support and organized committees led by Dr. J. J. Simon Rev. De F. Holtopple and Rev. Vernon N. Ridgely to arrange Lent services and publicity. Rev. Dr. J. Baward Hermain spoke on the value of the Go Church movement and newspaper participation.
The Treble Clef Club gathers at Mrs Palmer's residence on Tonnant Bouth Prospect Street this afternoon with about 25 members. Two papers will be read on Ritter von Gluck and related topics, followed by vocal solos and piano pieces.
At a congregational meeting at Zion Lutheran Church in Withamsport a council proposal to increase members from eight to twelve and to elect Jules D. Byers as an honorary member was adopted. New elders are Samuel E. Barten W H Deard J D Bell and John B Fleming with deacons John Beard I Caver Beard Keller B Bell and Wm H Nels. The officers were installed at the evening service. Byers age 93 is the oldest member of the congregation and Sunday School. he is Ray Byers father and J Elward Byers Lutheran pastor in Baltimore.
The Labor Board notes that the Western Maryland Railroad contract plan may be illegal if it removes employees from its jurisdiction and suggests the decision could require court review. The action appears tied to anticipations of adverse rulings and strategic visits by a Hagrestown attorney. Labor leaders warn that court involvement could shape the strike’s outcome, with the railroad company having long prepared its case since July.
A girl described being abducted by six men in black hoods at a depot. One man offered money to buy her ticket to Little Rock, and another accompanied her to the station with a request to keep her quiet. She stayed in Little Rock eight months before returning home.
A Department of Mines announcement states an investigation will assess coal quality offered for sale. The action targets ensuring market standards amid ongoing concerns about poor coal quality in the state and calls for checking seller practices.
Gunmen opened fire in a Marriot area street near a business district, killing a man about 30 years old. Police report multiple assailants and a broken narrative of a murder in the evacuation area as witnesses described the scene. Mr. and Mrs. Charles J. Holmes of Baltimore were guests of honor at an event nearby when the shooting occurred.
MASSAPEQUA N Y June Wells Pettit’s housekeeper is under arrest after guests at the Nrawsg Pequa Tan hotel heard a shot and saw her flee a farm house a mile away. Wells, 25, denies involvement saying Pettit committed suicide and claims the hotel’s $250000 inheritance was spent.
The French cabinet assigns Public Works Minister Letrouquier to command the exploitation of the Rhineland with civilian engineers under French troop protection. About 76,000 troops will be used and white troops are to be employed to quell unrest amid German resistance. Proclamations warn against violence and promise relief from oppression as troops advance.
Grand Patriarch William G. Schilidt and Gratuit Junior Warden Samuel Wright of Baltimore with Grand High Priest J. Winger Draper visit Star of the Hast Encampment in Williamsport to install officers. Other encampment visitations follow by Thursday. Marriage licenses listed for Calvert Stottlemier and Mandy Beecard Wolfsville. Joseph Ke of Steelton with Nellis Harper of Lino Fountain. Earl Horse of Maugansville with Litted Barnhad of Hagerstown. Eugene Seebold and Halena Linoin Lewistown. Frank Jackson Hancock and Arlte T. Drady Piney Grove. Also notes on a Ply Club meeting cancellation and local farm notes. in memoriam for Helen S. McCurdell.
Lancelot Jacques Sr won the presidency of the Hagerstown Fair Association over Daniel H. Staley by 158 to 129 amid a 258 of 470 votes cast. J. G. Read and Palmer Tannant won unopposed as secretary and recording secretary, with Thompson A. Brown reelected treasurer. New directors include Wolf, Cunningham, and Yourtse, while several candidates were defeated. The election was hotly contested and crowded at the Stair Board office, with results tallied after polls closed at 4 pm.
In a near-final vote at Cloerapring, the Methodist Sunday school elected officers. George T. Prather was named superintendent and Nisi Viola as assistant superintendent.
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