10 May 1928
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Newspaper
The Daily Mail
Location
Hagerstown, Maryland, United States of America
Date
May 10, 1928
Page
1
The Baltimore and Ohio continues to buy Western Maryland Railroad stock to gain control of the system. B and O now holds slightly over 40 percent of Western Maryland voting stock. Observers expect a merger plan soon, with B&O seeking a majority stake. Further purchases are anticipated to secure control before any announcement.
Seville May 104 fog halted the Spanish fliers Captains Ignacio Jimenez and Francisco Iglesias just before their scheduled takeoff. At 10 o clock they postponed the start until tomorrow. Their intended route and the possibility of crossing the mantle to Havana remain unconfirmed amid government opposition.
Haiti's first brewery Brangerie Nationale, backed by St. Louis capital and run by American experts, was formally dedicated in Port au Prince. Auguste Scott laid the corner stone and Father Richard blessed the ceremony. Production starts early 1923 with capacity of 15,000 barrels annually.
Judge Walter H. Sanborn of the United States circuit court of appeals died suddenly in his apartment in St Paul today. The obituary notes his long service and rank as a federal jurist. The report provides only basic biographical detail available at the time.
A massive landslide buried the entire four B&A tracks at Three Stone Hollow, 15 miles west of Hancock, covering 600 feet of hillside to 80 feet high. Rescue teams rush to the scene. four to five days needed to clear. Freight embargo possible.
At Godstone Surrey on May 10 it was announced at the home of M Ionescu that former Crown Prince Carol of Romania is confined with chills and fever. His temperature was said to be high.
The German Irish crew of the Bremen left from the Philadelphia Navy Yard at 9 13 A M aboard the F 13 and two sister ships. About 500 people gathered to watch the airmen depart as ideal flying weather prevailed. In Michigan, Al gets more votes with Democrats pledging 30 votes to Smith amid a large demonstration.
ELKHART Ind May 10 Steward W W Stewart chairman of the Board of the Standard Oil Company of Indiana refused to comment on a statement by John D Rockefeller Jr that he had asked Cal Stewart to design. The brief dispatch notes the lack of comment from the oil official amid the Westward movement report from New York to Chicago.
Mrs. John G. Smith of King Street suffered ear damage when a crochet needle punctured her eardrum while moving between rooms. Attending physicians report she immediately became deaf in the injured ear but some hope for recovery remains if no complications develop.
Noah Pritchard, 37, a ten year fugitive, gave himself up to Milwaukee police citing a longing for his wife and child. He said he hoped to feel an arms around an 11 year old boy and seek forgiveness. He previously fled from St Louis after burglaries and hiding from police.
Attorney and Mrs W P Wachter and others returned home from the 50th Imperial Council session of the A A O N M S held in Minami Fila. Wachter served as Hagers town representative of All Ghank Shrine of Western Maryland. He reported an enthusiastic convention with an elaborate entertainment program.
Washington May 10 reports that District Attorney Rover submitted to the federal grand jury the transcript of the testimony by Robert W Stewart chairman of the board of the Standard Oil Company of Indiana and details from hearings before the Senate Teapot Dome committee on February 2 3 and April 24 as part of an indictment request.
Baron Giorgio Mario Suran asserts the Italian title is real and explains why crowds waited at a church to see him and actress Winifred Barry use a marriage license obtained earlier He admits her fickleness and says he loves Mildred Monette dancer She says the affair occurred long before meeting Miss Barry
In Tokyo on May 10 Araki the contest ant completes a 33 day world circling journey and arrives home.
Washington May 10 The action by John D Rockefeller Jr calling for the resignation of Robert W Stewart and the Standard Oil Indiana board chairman drew praise from Senate oil invest gators Senator Walsh and Senator Nye who hailed the move as evidence the business world is awakening to the offenses uncovered by the inquiry Stewart had previously refused to answer questions in the Continental Trading Company probe but admitted receiving 759000 in Liberty bonds tied to an oil deal and held them in trust until after Harry Sinclair's acquittal Parker chairman of the United States Chamber of Commerce urged the purge of pirates who flaunt the law at the chamber's 16th annual meeting in New York.
York Pa January funeral details for George B Rauth 75 native of Hagerstown, merchant tailor of 113 North George Street. Survived by widow. daughter Mrs Harry C Lakemiller. sister Miss Mabel M Rauth. brothers Charles W William P and Harry B Rauth. Funeral Saturday 2 pm at home, burial in York Cemetery.
A second heavy frost with the thermometer near 34 degrees morning reportedly caused no fruit damage. Growers say buds were spared as the dry conditions affected flowering. Temperatures are expected to rise in coming days as a heat wave travels from the Midwest to the East. Farmers anticipate ideal conditions for planting corn this week while wheat remains steady with variable yields across Washington County.
Edward Nicodemus of Waynesboro, known to local fruit growers, has bought Wannie M. Harshman’s farm near Rock Forge. The 100 acre apple orchard shows signs of a large crop. He recently acquired a Tyson Bros. orchard in Ada ma County.
New York May 10 Harting paid 4000 dollars for a gift Peggy Joyce can now ride in her foreign car. The payment cleared the loan and the car was released from seizure due to owner John T Locke a broker owing money on it.
May 10 Indiana primary returns show Watson winning and securing 33 delegates to Kansas City. Hoover backers interpret the vote as strength, while Hoover supporters claim a large turnout and predict future delegate shifts. Hoover and Watson camps debate the impact on the Republican nomination.
Deputy court clerks reported this morning that approximately 88.3 percent of merchants and garage owners who require traders licenses have already applied for their 1928 licenses. The remaining 17 percent must apply at once to avoid court proceedings. Licenses expired May 1 and must be renewed on or before that date.
General Umberto Nobile at King's Bay Spitzbergen weighs whether to start tomorrow or Saturday in the dirigible Italia for a North Pole flight. Weather today and tomorrow morning will determine the plan and the number of men to accompany him. He expects possible new land between Spitzbergen Frans Josef Land and Nicolai Island, and says they shall see.
The Potomac Hills Club decided at a monthly meeting held at Harry Wagner's home to stage a free Fourth of July fireworks display in Potomac again this year. The group also set a June gathering at Guy Kidwell's club house with a social session planned.
Williamsport Catholic Church plans major interior redecorating with new pews altar rail and changes to the altar. Memorial windows from Cushna Reed and Guillen families to replace existing ones. Vestibule removal will shift entrance to concrete steps. W H Miller contractor supervises work.
Governor Alfred E. Smith, a leading candidate for the Democratic presidential nomination, testified that he would not leave New York to campaign and would devote his time to state affairs. He identified George R. Wannamee, Public Service Commissioner, as in charge of any outside activities and denied knowledge of any interlocking agreements with other candidates.
A triangular plot near Potomac avenue and the Western Maryland railroad is offered free for a World War memorial to Hagerstown veterans. North End residents and the Potomac Halls Club seek local patriotic sponsorships with the Morris Frock Post American Legion supportive. The memorial would be built by popular subscription, modeled after closely situated town memorials.
Walter Johnson said on radio he would be tickled if his three sons joined baseball. He added the activity is good for all boys as it teaches ups and downs and reveals their qualities.
Sioux City Iowa May 10 another heat wave sweeps the Corn Belt driving the temperature to 92 in Sioux City and pushing readings to 90 or higher across Minnesota South Dakota and Nebraska as officials warn of heat dangers and guidance.
In Athens on May 107 UA series, a strong quake shook the area causing damage and aftershocks. The report notes Corvitt’s recent impact and ongoing recovery efforts amid the seismic events.
A worker at Musey and Evans, Fred Musey, injured his left hand yesterday while his brother handled a sledge hammer during rock removal at their home. One hole in the hand was fractured and severely swollen.
Two American flyers Captain E. Howard and Corporal Cole escaped serious injury after their plane made a forced landing among trees near La Lar mine. The aircraft was damaged but salvageable parts will be recovered. Rebels recently destroyed the area, complicating rescue efforts.
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