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Newspaper
The Daily Mail
Location
Hagerstown, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jul 18, 1921
Page
6
London dispatch reports the next 24 hours decide the fate of Irish peace negotiations. Lloyd George returns to London from Chequers and may meet De Valera and Sir James Craig. no definite plan announced and talks possibly postponed to Tuesday.
A mouse fell into moonshine, escaped, and viciously bit a family cat in George Bloom’s home in Hagerstown. The incident, described as the so called spilt of the drink’s effects, allegedly prompted Bloom to remove the mouse with pincura after fearing the racust might injure the cat.
Albany July 18 New York State accused of profiteering from wounded veterans. A committee led by Col. C. Rickersham will petition Governor Miller in Syracuse for action after indictment. Also listed are building permits for R Wilson and Max Selbert including a garage addition.
Sam Phillips, heralding the morning at the Herald Mail, heard a baby cry at 6 20. The doctor confirmed a boy born to the household. He smiles broadly, already planning for a future with a son.
A settlement has been effected in the Van Valkenburg estate. W Dir on Van Valkenburg initially refused to sign a report, but agreement was reached after court intervention and a report was filed. The outcome closes the contested gate matter and Naraphy court action.
The United States seeks to settle the Yap question prior to the disarmament conference. Officials say no move to delay settlement will be made before the meeting. Japan seeks clarity on Yap and Shantung holdings, with progress reported in direct talks via Ambassador Shideburn. The fate of German Pacific territories may also come under conference consideration if no agreement is reached.
George W. McBlinio named federal judge amid official confirmation in Washington. Announcement notes McBlinio’s background and service in judiciary, with emphasis on appointing authority and expected confirmation timeline.
Secretary of War Works intends to disprove the discharge without honor for George P B Rhodey of West Virginia, saying the charge was made after a complaint of mistreatment at Fort Oglethorpe and Col. Polls was removed from command. The War Department aimed to end the controversy by restoring Rhodey’s honor status.
A compact item discusses Toray album work with brief observations and site notes. It mentions names and locations in a terse card style, reflecting a period voice while outlining a small scope of the project and its reception.
The World War Memorial Monument dedication in Funkstown is set for next Saturday with a parade at 1:30 p.m. and a memorial service to follow. Lote I. Talbert will unveil the monument, joined by relatives of fallen servicemen as committees finalize arrangements and announce the official program soon.
Washington July 18 The government has handed Ford's proposal to take over the nitrate plant at Muscle Shoals to Secretary Mellon for treasury experts to study feasibility. Treasury officials said other offers will be considered and no decisive orders have been received from Dupont Power Co or Washburn Syndicate trusts, though interest in Ford's plan is noted.
A garbled OCR fragment discusses posters and the T and O Railroad. It mentions porters and a baby, with unclear phrases and broken wording. The readable bits suggest an old transportation or railway poster context but lack coherent facts or a clear event.
John Anderson, 40, jumped a West om Mary and Relread freight near Indigo tunnel outside Cumberland. He was found on the box car floor with a severe leg sprain and jailed in Hagerstown after authorities located him. He will face a Police Court hearing on trespassing and train riding. injury is not serious.
An International Nova Athens report in July states Greece has launched a large mobilization against the Turkish nation along the Anatolian front. An officialannouncement confirms Greek capture of the important railway city Kutala with strong evidence of victory.
Posters for No Accident Week were distributed to business men by Herald-Mall carriers and posted across the city. The Hagerstown Municipal Band will parade tonight with a trolley loan and signs urging caution as the Herald-Mail sponsors the event to kickoff No Accident Week in Hagerstown.
At Langley Field Virginia the Army and Navy bombers began a coordinated attack on the ex German cruiser Frankfort. Early morning 9:52 with a fifteen mile wind the combined air strike involved six divisions and a mix of 2600 and 400 pound bombs. Observers assessed each pass while naval planners prepared a second assault with 520 and 699 pound bombs. Forty eight planes were ordered to participate in the operation.
In Hanover near Krentler's schoolhouse 38 year old Bainual Howtan shot rival Rohrbaugh after luring him home to attack his target Mrs. Rash and her sister Emanuel Rearhaweh. Rohrbaugh died seven hours later. Howtan then shot Mrs Rash and himself, a double tragedy rooted in a love quarrel. Both victims were Hanover shoe workers and War veteran Howtan. authorities found no note at the Bowman home.
The Rev Father Hugh McKeefrey aged 78 longtime pastor of St Patrick's Church Richmond Va died after 60 years in the priesthood. Born in County Londonderry Ireland in 1847 he came to the United States and served in Martinsburg for 12 years before moving on. He was known to residents of Heagoratown and nearby communities.
An odd OCR fragment notes a festival at BTI with events titled Labor Yairview Batuvikay and an evening on July 23 in Trentonm with many invited. It includes garbled names and uncertain details but indicates a formal celebration overseen by Atuwh Ty Doyard and others, with a sealed entry or closing statement.
Hagerstown will withdraw from the Blue Ridge League if the ten wins deemed illegal for the clan player rule are not allowed. Directors meeting here vote to rescind or quit after league officials penalized Hagerstown for alleged infractions. The move aims to force a league meeting as locals denounce the action and support the team.
Pineville Kentucky July 18 at daybreak Henry Wilson a moonshiner was killed by a posse of revenue men and state officers who had gone to arrest him. Wilson who escaped from a Mt Vernon camp in Caulfield County had returned home to continue operations. He is survived by his wife and four children.
Miss Martin daughter of Mr and Mrs Joseph A Martin and Ralph R Garver son of Mrs Alba Vi Garver were married this evening by Rev Dr J Rawold Harm at a cottage on Rite Ridge Summit. The couple motor to Niagara Falls and Philadelphia. Guests included Mrs A Marwell Yingling Mr and Mrs Nathan W Stem Mr and Mrs W C Martin and others from the area. Mr Garver is of the Panckirs Corporation.
Washington June 1 The President’s letter on tariffs is at issue in the House as the Ways and Means Committee presents questions from the President. The letter opposes a tariff on untaxed oil and argues for presidential bargaining powers with other nations to counteract penalties.
Gibbons signs to fight Cake Gibbons in New York City venue as promoters announce the bout. Details remain unclear due to damaged OCR but fight is expected to feature prominent boxing names with local interest and potential television coverage.
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