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Newspaper
The Daily Mail
Location
Hagerstown, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jul 07, 1922
Page
4
Berlin reports echo a near collapse as Germany may default on reparations payments. Authorities consider a moratorium amid financial strain and rising warnings from banks and officials about the republic’s perilous economic outlook.
An elderly man, Etter of Chambersburg, died at Frederick City Hospital after contracting a rare ailment. He had been treated at a focal hospital and briefly improved before worsening and dying at age 88. He is survived by a wife residing in Pon-Mar.
The Brazilian insurgents' holdout at Fort Laren in Copacabana, stronghold of rebels, fell after a heavy bombardment and siege. Army reports confirm the fort’s surrender and the rebellion’s suppression, with fighting continuing for days before the final collapse.
A Pittsburgh man, 40, shot his wife and then killed himself in an apparent murder suicide tied to alleged infidelity. Neighbors reported arguing in the Smiths apartment before the bodies were found on the floor. Police said the incident occurred during a raid, with no further details available.
A local Pennsylvania Railroad division states the 20 striking workers from July 1 will not be rehired despite some divisions allowing masked strikers to remain idle until next Monday. Reports say no immediate wage or job reinstatement action occurred, with token reassignment possible for some employees yet to be resolved.
Local press notes the death of Bossy Gonnelly described as a leading performer in the troupe of Thess and a noted high paid duvanite. July TV coverage from Lynnbrook references Sop and film work and mentions personal effects and public reaction to the loss.
In Washington preliminary talks between coal operators and United are described as heated yet inconclusive. Proposals to settle labor and wage terms loom, with parties leaving without a firm agreement.
United States Labor Department figures based on twenty two cities show overall price increases for the month ending June 15. Eighteen cities posted gains of 1 to 3 percent, three cities fell, and one held steady. Prices on June 16 ranged from 2 percent above to 8 percent below June 15 last year, yet remained 87 to 87 percent higher than in 1913 before the war.
Report from Liffard states 60 insurgents attacked Free State parrachs as Dublin notes flare up of civil war. State troops deploying and a commander refused to reveal details, amid ongoing fighting and unrest involving Valera factions.
United States will not reach complete dryness for 25 years, says Prohibition Commissioner Haynes. About 28 million gallons of liquor remain in federal warehouses and medical use will delay full depletion. Importation of whiskey will not resume until stock is safely depleted, with estimates suggesting a 20 to 40 year timeline before normalization.
Bobbs was released today after posting a $3000 bail in the police court on pending charges. The accused, described as a foregone man, faces further court action in the next session.
A heated morning debate at the Western Maryland railroad yard in Waynesboro centered on the closed shop. Henry Marlin and Frank West presented arguments as a labor dispute tense with courtroom implications. The hearing concerns a battery-related case brought against Martin, with witness testimony and jury-like proceedings described.
Special to The Mail reports an engine and biscuit truck crash near Waynesboro Maryland at 9 o'clock causing minor injuries. National Biscuit Co driver R. S. Dicks of Hagerstown and two companions were thrown from the vehicle as freight scattered. Local residents Lewis L. Bowers and Chas A. Bowers are mentioned among witnesses.
United Press reports a tariff related rule defeated in the Senate by a 46 to 85 vote. Democratic opposition maintains position while Republicans falter on the threshold question. Official notices mention railway guidance for July.
A Hagerstown Clearing House report shows June bank clearings reaching 3,090,702.26 dollars, about half a million higher than the same month last year. The increase reflects strong local business activity, with figures indicating a substantial year over year improvement.
Residents in South Potomac Aguetam and Bout Prospect streets complain to police about loud blowers near the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad yards. Quemanm has been arrested in the effort to halt the alleged disturbance. Clarence Raney, a railroad employee, charged with making loud noise while blowing a whistle. The case was postponed to tomorrow as attorneys confer with system officials to decide on removing the engine or proceeding to court.
Federal authorities poised to act as a clash with smugglers unfolds off the New Jersey coast. A suspected ship laden with $500,000 in liquor is described as fighting for position near midnight. An underlying nab of fruitless operations and a morning incident involving a Kenneth Boward, age 30, is noted.
Riot violence erupts in Burnside Illinois as wives and sisters of striking railroad workers lead mobs against firebreakers. Homes of workers are targeted and threatened with arson. Police prepare to meet possible unrest as demonstrations spread from Chicago to surrounding areas.
Washington July 7 Rail strikers at Marshall Texas and DeQuincy Louisiana face prosecution on charges of interfering with government mail service. Post Office Department says the protesters blocked air brakes and halted mail delivery as they disrupted trains and mail cars in separate cities.
The article reports deadly fires causing multiple deaths and extensive property damage. Firefighting efforts are described as ongoing with authorities estimating costs in the hundreds of thousands. Names, dates, and specific locations are unclear due to damaged text but the event center on several blazes and their impact on residents.
President Harding likely will revive the Big Stick to force a resumption of coal production in union mines if miners and operators fail to settle the fourteen week strike. An administration official said the president will push for action if the conference yields no agreement, with the President due in Washington tomorrow.
A telegram from New York Governor indicates Ted B. Drexel will be brought to the city to face charges of obtaining money by false pretenses. Deputy Sheriff Joseph Davis aided the case, with legal steps proceeding to Albany to report the facts to the governor.
A youth was fatally injured at the Millville power plant operated by the Pot nae Services Company when a lighting incident occurred. Investigators say the accident happened during routine maintenance with workers responding quickly but unable to save the victim. Local officials urged caution as the community mourns the loss.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions strikebreakers and conversations. It references Harry and Walter in an uncertain context about investments and an outbreak. No clear event, date, or location beyond Inn.
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