03 Jul 1923
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Newspaper
The Daily Mail
Location
Hagerstown, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1923
Page
1
A Legion message from National Commander Alvis Owoley honors America’s founders on the Fourth of July. It recalls courage of colonial patriots who declared independence and built democratic institutions, contrasting past sacrifices with modern materialism and calls for adherence to republican ideals.
A Maryland resident, apparently employed by Ilagera, fell five stories down an elevator shaft today after losing footing near the building’s top. He was rushed to Washington County Hospital in unknown condition, with a superficial exam only performed so far.
George Bunton Stonebraker prominent local fire insurance man died today at 12 20 p m at his residence 481 North Locust Street after two weeks illness from car injury poisoning his system and heart kidney trouble He was 47 born to George M and Virginia Renton Stonebraker He belonged to Ep GO Ellis and to St Tope's Episcopal Church He is survived by his wife Alving M Laliberte a daughter Helen B and a son Levin Funeral announcements later.
London dispatch reports thirty people killed and about fifty injured when a Bucharest Jessy Express trainwreck occurred today. Officials from Enekorest confirmed the disaster and casualties amid chaotic scenes at the wreck site.
A mixed age couple from Pennsylvania and Virginia reached Ha gerstown for marriage after a long chase. Emma Ollyway, Myra Rodgers and Cyrus Dllog with Margaret Marlin faced clerks aiding their union with official documents. The Virginia pair missed transport, arriving late. Local officials debated who could solemnize vows while a parade and a corpse from Cal lindo added grim notes to the day.
Tomorrow at 9 o'clock two races will be run a senior day and a junior event. Local and nearby competitors travel to compete for two silver cups on display at Dery Waton's Jewelry Store. W Grubb of Chambersburg is noted as a top entrant.
Great Falls July story reports Dempsey and Gibbons will fight tomorrow for the world heavyweight title in Shelby under a 210000 payment to Jack Kearns and potential 100000 shared gate receipts. The news arrives as dawn breaks and Kearns faces pressure from backers.
President Harding spoke at Meacham Oregon joining thousands in tribute to Oregon Trail pioneers who blazed the path for the Northwest. The 18th anniversary celebration honored their heroism and the era that shaped the region. MOTORCYCLIST HURT Max Anderson of Williamport was slightly hurt when a vehicle struck his motorcycle on Sunday evening.
The Federal Trade Commission ruled that Tampa cigars may be produced only in Tampa Florida. An order was issued against Kraus & Co of Baltimore ordering them to stop labeling cigars as Tampa.
The Daily Mail will not be issued tomorrow July 4 as per custom. No edition will be published due to the holiday.
Shelbed town gears up for the Fourth of July heavyweight title bout between Jack Dempsey and Tommy Gibbons. The event will be megaphoned from the Herald-Mail building with a direct International News Service wire providing play-by-play from ring entrance to finish. Entry time is slated for about 2 o clock Hagerstown time.
In Richmond July 8 William Jennings Bryan declared opposition to dry law enforcement as shown by Governor Alfred Smith signing the state enforcement repeal. He said the open defiance would aid the wet movement by proving its strength and resolve to dry areas nationwide.
Cumberland city council ordered the closure of thirty eight restaurants and soft drink shops accused of selling intoxicating liquor while renewals were granted to over a hundred compliant establishments. Police and the Law and Order League investigators gauged the city and reported Aquar purchases at sites denied licenses. A large Law and Order delegation attended hearings as licenses were refused.
Fifteen families were left homeless as seven buildings burned in Hardwick Virginia's business district. Damage reached about 150000 dollars. Aid from nearby towns arrived and Company D of the National Guard of St. Johnsbury was mobilized. The fire began in Tony Roy's barber shop and pool room when a spark from a cigarette ignited fireworks.
Parade routes and street restrictions for Wisport Fourth of July events tomorrow from 10:00 AM to noon. Conococheague and Potomac streets closed between specified crossings. float entries report between 4:30 and 6:00 PM at starting point. Comrey's Band to head processions with four other bands. prizes of 25, 15, 10 and 6 dollars.
Lebanon Pa July 3 Albert Miller 31 and Harrison Moyer 42 died after failure to shut off power on a high tension wire they worked on late yesterday. Both are former overseas veterans.
Beckenbaugh of Virginia Avenue, a traveling salesman for Security Cement & Lime, encountered a white bull blocking a road near Gapland. He swerved around the bull after the animal reared and charged, narrowly avoiding injury to himself and the auto. Nearby residents Roy and Mrs. Wm. T. B. Lynn and son Gardner Balliaca witnessed the incident.
Authorities in Springfield Missouri confronted a complex case as 16 year old Ivan Wooten confessed to slaying his wealthy foster mother Mrs Mary Stall aged 70 near the city. He claimed a tramp shot her and said he stayed home to learn a living. He previously attended a county boys school.
Washington July 3 The plan of William Jennings Bryan as chairman of a commission to pledge agricultural classes of nations to world disarmament is revealed. Bryan will not go to Scandinavia but will chair the commission and report back upon return to the United States. He has prepared an address for the Gothenberg centennial exposition opening.
The Railroad Labor Board announced wage raises totaling about $1 000 annually for 23 000 shop machinists and apprentices across four southern railroads including Chesapeake and Ohio Norf and Western Central of Georgia and Louisville and Nashville. Norfolk and Western gained 3 cents per hour for signal maintainers and helpers. A separate Gulf Coast dispute meanwhile sees steering toward a binding determination of majority representation.
R. E. Syked, a St. Petersburg contractor, was slightly hurt when his auto skidded on a wet Sideling Hill road and rolled over an embankment. His wife and daughter suffered injuries as the vehicle struck a tree during a trip from St. Petersburg to Middletown.
Dayton July 3 An investigation into the death of Phil B Smyth attorney for the K K began after his body was found late yesterday. Police and county officials pursued a 24 hour timeline seeking Smyth's payments and possible causes. The death certificate cites acute alcohol intoxication as the reported cause while investigators work to trace Smyth's last meals and activities.
London July 3 tension between England and France over the Ruhr and reparations rose as conversations delayed yesterday between Count de Saint Aulaire French ambassador in London and Lord Curzon British foreign secretary. Saint Aulaire was to visit the foreign offices again today to respond to Curzon's inquiry seeking a clear French policy on passive resistance and its effect on concerted action on reparations.
Nettle Stevens and Leonard Stevens filed a petition in court against Fred L and Myrtle Alfen to obtain custody of Gladys M Stevens alleging unlawful detention. Judge Wagaiian set a hearing for July 7 at 10 o clock. The child, known as Ghidyn Mien, is identified as a well known Hills dancer in the city.
A fragmented report notes criticism of representatives failing to obtain Lt. Rother Monday but calls for independent action by Wograd. Paris statements and French directives stir resentment while Anglin’s stance on independence attracts debate. A petition filed suggests legal action through counsel to modify adoption terms and change of guardianship involving Thom as Prestost Braworia and others.
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