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Newspaper
The Daily Mail
Location
Hagerstown, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1921
Page
4
Cleveland dispatch reports a Republican convention in Cleveland where Calvin Coolidge and Charles Dawes lead a campaign strategy. Dawes drives the ticket amid westward insurgency and Democratic suspense as party leaders maneuver nominations and avoid protest.
The article warns farmers and truckers of substantial losses from ongoing rains. Apples are partially ruined and cranberries expected to be 25 percent normal. peaches and cherries hold promise if rain eases. Wheat is in bloom during pollination and faces danger from continued wet weather while strawberries suffer rolling patches.
Cleveland June 13 William M Butler of Massachusetts selected by President Coolidge as campaign manager was elected chair man of the Republican National Committee at its initial session today Other officers elected for the direction of the campaign were Vice Chairman Ralph E Williams of Oregon Charles D Hillen of New York and Mrs Alvin T Hert of Kentucky Treasurer William D Hodges of Denver Secretary Roy O West of Chicago
In Wallington New Jersey June 1 The piece notes Senator Robert M La Follette may pursue an insurgent third party bid after the Cleveland convention. It presents Dawes as too conservative and argues liberal Republicans could rally behind La Follette while criticizing Coolidge and Dawes on the Republican ticket. The article frames La Follette as testing a strategic third party option.
Thomas Worton faced a trial for failing to support his elderly parents in Pollencourt. Judge C V Middlehau found the Wortons not destitute and able to support themselves. the couple’s six children, only one capable of contributing, provided no help. Prosecution by Foulette with defense by John Z Allen.
In Ebensburg Pennsylvania on June 13 jurors found fifteen Lilly residents and sixteen Ku Klux Klan alleged members guilty of affray and unlawful assembly connected to the Lilly Weimer incident. Thirty-one men faced murder indictments. some acquittals were recorded but new trials are planned for the remaining defendants.
A group of boys gathered at the Y M C A for a complimentary tour to Washington funded by Rotary Kiwanis Lions Biks clubs and the Y M C A. Cars owned by sponsoring members will take the youths to view historic sites and lunch will be provided in the city.
In Versailles on June 13 President Gaston Douemaregue of the French Senate was elected president of the French Republic succeeding Alexandre Millerand who had resigned. The left, supporting Paul Painleve, failed to secure a majority in the National Assembly. In Paris Millerand today moved out of the Elysee Palace.
Two George Street youths appeared in Juvenile Court on larceny charges for stealing about 9 from John A. Shipp's wagon. Paroled by Justice Yourlee on 50 cents weekly until restitution. They admitted the theft and spent the money on toys ice cream and candy before being caught by Officer Trumpower.
London date June 13 reports the stop of a subway show workers strike that disrupted traffic. George P. Rakes, a colored man, was arrested today for non support and is being held for Baltimore authorities. Sheriff Duffey made the arrest.
President Coolidge ordered a full Navy investigation into the Mississippi explosion that killed three officers and 46 enlisted men with many injured. Secretary Wilbur rushes to lead the inquiry and a Board of Officers will convene in Los Angeles.
Russell Cline and Loui Shiptey faced charges of beating Russell Baker. Shipley pleaded guilty. Cline contested involvement per a key witness. Shipley was fined ten dollars after a statement by the prosecuting witness dismissed Cline’s role. Downaville locals gathered for the case in Hagerstown.
President Coolidge issued definite instructions for implementing the Soldiers' bonus law despite Congress not appropriating funds for the initial step. The action signals readiness to administer the bonus despite funding gaps.
Rev. Alan P. Wilson rector of St. John’s Episcopal Church Marietta tendered his resignation after being slated for trial on alleged violation of canon law. The charge followed weddings in Wisconsin of two divorced persons by him. He plans to preach independently. Body of John Bowers stake driver, drowned in the Potomac near Brunswick, not recovered amid high water. Officials report approval of railroad stock purchase by Interstate Commerce Commission in New Orleans Texas and Mexico case.
The Cham ber of Commerce traffic committee Mayor Bowman and the Board of Street Commissioners met Baltimore and Ohio Railroad officials to seek changes in the Security branch switching charge. No agreement was reached though a temporary arrangement earlier was mentioned as still in effect. Attending were C. Roberts General Freight Agent B and O Kings J L Hayes assistant General Freight Agent and J A Schaugrman coal freight agent.
June 13 report from Martinsburg notes First-class Seaman Bradiont C. Smith, son of Ephriam B. Smith, killed when a shell exploded near San Pedro California aboard the Mississippi. His body may be brought home for burial. The Smith family also welcomes a navy baby due at San Diego base.
A group of bandits used chlorine gas to force clerks from three cars of a Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul all mail train, stealing 45 to 52 sacks of Federal Reserve currency. The heist occurred about midnight, 34 miles from Chicago, prompting a nationwide search for 1000 officers and agents. A stolen car tied to the bandits was recovered, four men were detained on suspicion, and Post Office Inspector Germer announced an urgent probe into the loss.
A Maryland May labor survey from the Department of Labor notes a three percent surplus of labor in Hagerstown and widespread but noncritical unemployment across the state. Most out-of-work workers will find jobs soon in agriculture, roadwork, or building trades. The Hagerstown plants run short on full time schedules, with several workers temporarily laid off as four blocks of paving, two churches, homes, and additions are planned. Rebuilding of a large chemical plant destroyed by fire has begun.
Special Officer Jacob Saylor on probation for Juvenile Court wears no uniform. He lacks the cap and uniform complete status, yet remains in plain clothes while hoping to appear in full attire soon as city officials await his formal regalia.
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