21 Mar 1922
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Newspaper
The Daily Mail
Location
Hagerstown, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Mar 21, 1922
Page
1
London reports grave concern over Ulster frontier tensions as armed groups clash daily along the border. Officials warn sparks from the Ulster line could trigger wider violence and possible deployment of troops to restore order.
An assassination attempt on Chinese Minister Tehenplop occurred at night as four shots were fired at his automobile. One bullet wounded Panu Go, a Chinese railway official, in the head. his condition is serious. The assailant was captured and reportedly defended the act as justified. Road complaints statewide feature county commissioners hearing delegations seeking road repairs amid deteriorating conditions.
The annual Smithsburg election resulted in a victory for the ticket headed by Dr J Basore Burgess with Hotes and their supporters. For burgess, Dr IH Basore, BL, assistant burgess P G Clark, BLY. Commissioners named George Ferguson, Paul Brenner, and R M Pishack. Opposition tallies show W Murray, W EH Hollingsworth, John Garver, and others receiving fewer votes. John Brenner served as judge and J FP Rinehart as election clerk.
Donnachie and Jimmy Donnachie of the Yfagerstown club expect golf links work to start within a month. A team of pros will advise on tee locations and course layout as plans consider a nine hole course. James Fidward Clarke, 24, a B and O brakeman, died at home in Keyser West Virginia. coroner's inquest ruled possible cause related to the incident.
Washington report says Army Air Service experts, led by Brigadier General Mitchell, plan a future giant dirigible aircraft carrier. A fleet of small planes could be launched from mid air to attack enemy territory at night and return to base. Congress may soon hear endorsement of large lighter than air craft from War Department and aviation officials.
A chaotic item notes a proposed merger of eight steel plants including Midvale, Reyudilg Island Stoot, Youngstown Bhoot, and Teka wanna Sthal. It mentions Laloor ensitors Aro and a Schwab Team tied to the discussions amid a group and merger chatter.
In a sharp rebuttal to critics, Secretary Hughes denies a secret four power agreement with Britain to act with the United States against Japan. Senator Shields moves to send the treaty back to Foreign Relations for summer instruction.
May Wale Prewny Belair Maryland March 21 Con stance Cryne 13 months old daughter of Earl Cryne Camden New Jersey was killed when she and her mother were thrown from their car in a collision with a tree. Her father swerved his heavy machine to avoid another car on the Conowingo road. Mrs Cryne was bruised but the baby died instantly.
Five International Officers of the Federated Shop Crafts arrive in Cumberland amid plans for a potential strike by Western Maryland Railroad shop workers. Officials hint at a walkout within 48 hours of arrival, with Cumberland meetings aimed at pulling contractor workers into the action. The dispute centers on contract terms and seniority, risking hardship for hundreds of families, while officials debate the Labor Board’s authority.
The Washington, Hrandywine and Point Lookout Railroad requests the Interstate Commerce Commission grant approval to raise capital from 100,610 to 600,000 and extend its authority on a specified date, as part of its proposed expansion plans.
In Cumberland on March 21 a Klan initiation occurred on McKae's Hill near Baltimore Street around 8 PM. A flaming cross was visible across the city and about 300 candidates were initiated in the ceremony followed by a parade through streets occupied by white robed figures.
New York police seek to capture suspects after a hoard of footwear valued at about $60,000 vanished from the Guaila Noyply Foobwoor Company. The spree is blamed on a crime wave sweeping the city, with many robberies tied to looted shoes and related items.
Washington report outlines a plan for a thousand mile wall of airplanes sub chasers and fast cars linked by wireless to block rum running into the United States. Prohibition officials claim the blockade would be 100 percent effective and shut off all supply sources. Roy Haynes has secured planes on the Florida Texas borders and nine anti smuggler craft in the South Atlantic with coastwise wireless links to coordinate actions from New York New Jersey New England and Michigan will host the initial forces with Texas as the central hub and the Canadian border to follow.
Delegate Stover Krepa will offer a House amendment to enable Williamsport to issue bonds or grant a franchise for a water system. The plan would authorize the town to connect with Magerstown and Ohio City if Hagardtowsd taps Potomac water. Williamsport backers expect Hagerstown to supply water and may delay action until Hagerstown’s intent is clear.
Fradarlek County Commission offers 500 dollars for the capture of Harvey Gartrell, 26, alleged to have shot and killed Arta Iris Jenkins, 17, at her grandparents home in Bucklyestown. A separate 100 dollar reward for finding the youth's body. State's Attorney Anders and Sheriff Jones say all leads have been exhausted.
James Brown, colored, arraigned before Judge Wageman on larceny charges after taking a medicine cage from Del Wertz’s store. He was sent to Jessup’s cut House for 18 months, with prior considerations noted by Motorcycle Officer C Franke. Brown’s case included an earlier charge and a prior chance granted by the court. A French firm reports the smallest bicycle engine produced to date.
A petition filed in court seeks a writ of liberty to release infant Kay Kline from custody. W Walter Hamar, superior pat of the Orphan's Home, through attorney Mary Brindis, asks for custody transfer to Kay Kline. Proceedings held this morning at 11 oclock with Judge Chal presiding.
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