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Newspaper
The Daily Mail
Location
Hagerstown, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1921
Page
5
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Mayor Koon of Cumberland addressed the Chamber of Commerce Members’ Forum praising the commission form of city government. He said Cumberland is debt free, has 27 miles of paved streets, and departments in good shape, crediting governance for progress over politics. He noted the commission system prevents dictation and cites Cumberland’s improvements versus towns like Hagerstown. The talk also covered the City Manager plan as potentially even better, with several officials in attendance.
Rev Paul L Powles spoke before the United Daughters of the Confederacy at their Maryland chapter annual meeting. The address honored Jefferson Davis noting his arrest and posthumous treatment. Myra Franklin P Canby was elected state director for the Cunningham Memorial Fund. A June 21 fundraising card party at the Chamber of Commerce Auditorium aims for the World Hero Fund.
Chautauqua in Boonsboro concludes after five nights of refined educational entertainment. The Dunbar Male Quartette and Nell Ringers perform on the final Anal bill. Attendance has been large each night. The Junior Chautauqua program follows this afternoon with a Junior Holiday portrayal.
A report from the Bureau of Animal Industry indicates hog cholera has developed on the farm of J. W. Jamison near the city. The agricultural bureau confirms the illness on the premises and warns of further spread risks.
A noisy mix of listings and notices from a late 19th or early 20th century paper. Items include automobiles for sale and exchange, motorcycles and bicycles, auto accessories and service stations, painting and papering, printing, insurance, and other business services. Local addresses, telephone numbers, and company names are present alongside brief product descriptions and service notes.
Luray Virginia June 15 despite nearing her one hundred third birthday in October Mrs Dianna Dovel who lives near Grave Hill Page county remains hale and active. She helps with light chores at her granddaughter's home and fetches daily papers before the postman. She survived a prior automobile injury and keeps keen mental alertness and interest in local and national affairs. Preparations for her October birthday are underway.
In Chapel Hill North Carolina June 14 former Secretary of the Navy Josephus Daniels urged creation of a national memorial for Americans who died in the world war in an Alumni Association address at the University of North Carolina. The speech underscores national recognition for fallen service members and aligns with wartime remembrance efforts.
Polly and Her Pals cartoon strip centers on Pa as he enjoys a rare moment of absence from the family hustle. The scene shows Polly and the kids reacting to his unexpected quiet, with light humor and a gentle domestic setup.
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