Girl Freed From a Safe In Remarkable Display
A dramatic incident at the Maryland Theater featured vaudeville star Miss Pathe Belmont being removed from a locked safe by illusionist Raffles. After the door closed, the expert opened the safe in under a minute, drawing a crowd as the Maryland Hotel’s George J. Wicks and others observed. The stunt was facilitated by staff and promoters in a performance witnessed by Herald-Mail staff.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anit Gonling
HeralMail
Staffles
de Maser
Mary Sards
CUE Ton Lite Insurant Co
BTL
Sefton
George J. Wicks
Tnt
James Rollaphons
Maryland Hotel
Buly
Raffles
Vic Lady
Pathe Belmont
Stepmei
Milton TH. Tusevl
Maryland Theater
John A Miller Heads Body To Probe Crimes
John A Miller heads a grand jury charge and lists jurors for grand and petit panels. The report notes duties like inspecting public buildings and tax books while emphasizing juror oaths and selection details. A murder case and a jail sentence for Harry Morrison are also mentioned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John A Miller
Halen
Jurge Wagaman
Harry B. Wolfinger
George W. Michie Merci] Flays
Tilgar Suman
Slip K. Spielman
J. Stilton Long
Charles L. Poole
Howard Sckatine
William G. Aughinvaugh
Clifford N. Bowman
Edward Bets
B. F. Winder
Bilaworth Jrouseholder
Charles W. Kin
J. Elvin Dwger
H. Vernon Young
Stanley Wartle
Charles FF. Hull
John Ward
Albert C- Martin
Philip Matias
Harry A. Line
Williamy R. Millhouse
John B. Molzworth
Archit A. Barkdoll
L. Neachley
Richard C. Davis
Charles E. Mack
Lee A. Wolffill
John 4. Spencer
W. Diamond King
Kitani
Grand Jury
Morziz
Mathias
Line
Join Wilson
Charles Dubarry
Aiz
Bank Marks Fifth Anniversary in Hagerstown
The article traces rapid growth of the Mechantes Loan and Savings Bank in Hagerstown from its 1861 origins as a savings institution to a stock bank under Maryland charter by 1920. It notes deposits of 7 960.73 and resources of 3 807.87 at the first statement, stock issued at 10 par value, and later sale prices up to 63 1/3. Leadership includes President J. Fite & Beck from 1922 and Albert B. Laker as a longtime staffer. The piece highlights community welfare, commemorative anniversary notices, and the bank’s investments in public improvements and local progress.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mechantes Coan & Savings Lstitute
Mechantes Loan & Savings Bank
Vny
Wiinal Savings Bank
Maryland
Helperlin
Hagerstown
de Raosits
Glen
Preacn
J. Frank 4. Meek
Henry Holzapfel
Alexander Armstrong
Atlomes
Tt. M. Mays
J. S. Poffenterger
A. 2 Stauffer
J. Frank Hoesaner
Alert J. Baker
Cash Ralph &. Boyer
Carhier
John J. Fiery
B.C. Lease
Curr Slover
Katie G. Oiler
Lydia A. Stouffer
Margaret A. Miller
Wiliam Z. ‘Thurston
Babk
Houncombenis
Stockhaldas
Birth of a Daughter for Mr and Mrs Sadey
Mr and Mrs George M Sadey of 262 Virginia Avenue announce the birth of a daughter at Washington County Hospital Sunday morning.
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Wid
George M. Sadey
Virginia Avenge
Dunabler
Washington
Drunk Driving Sentence From Local Court
A drunken driving case results in jail time after a night crash near Smiths Ingh with no injuries reported. Ram berger received 30 days, with Buick vehicle plowing a fence into a field and Deputy Kyler transporting him. Additional items include a lightning incident in West Virginia and the death of New Zealand Premier Massey. A rummage sale notice and Knights of Khorassan trip planning are also listed.
Coal operators seek injunction against United Mine Workers
In West Virginia, coal operators file for a federal injunction to curb 18 UMW members. The move mirrors past actions against John Mitchell, aiming to halt union activities and enforce a peaceful persuasion standard. Also notes broad market updates from New York with mixed signals across roads, industry, and commodities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Workling
W. Va
United Mine Workers
Chat Nowy
Conten Praserlings
Saimatton
Bronte
Ie Astetaan Coal Company
Secretary to Speak at Board Meeting Evening Session
The MC Ac board directs a regular meeting set for evening at 61 o'clock. J Bo Garrathara, state secretary of Veensylvania MC Als, will be the speaker. Publicly invited guests should make reservations before this afternoon’s hour.
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Knights OF
Khorassan
Sharpsburg
Pythian Castle
MC. Ac
J. Bo Garrathara
M.C. Als
Veensylvania
White Sox Topple All-Stars In 9 Inning Win
Windsor White Sox beat McDowell Avenue All-Stars 9 to 8 Saturday. R. Rumell and M. Burger starred for the winners and Devore led the losers with strong hitting.
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Windsor
Rum Row Breaks Up as Blockade Fleets Move
The article describes rum runners breaking up their operations to avoid the blockade, with one vessel attempting to breach New York harbor and many cargoes tossed overboard. It notes 38 vessels involved, including sloops and patrol boats, and 75 ships deemed eligible for blockading duty, each on continuous patrol before relief. A warning emphasizes vigilance to deter further incursions. Additionally, upcoming local events include a May 12 play by Independent Players of Hagerstown, a rummage sale at Presbyterian Church on May 14, and a sale notice for a store promotion at Peoples Store in Hagerstown urging early calls for limited supplies.
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Coast Guard
Rum
New York
Fhotp
Coast
Rim
Soma
Chesapeake Bay
Ona
New York Harbor
McCoy's Cod Liver Pills Promised To Make Older Folks Feel Young
An old time advertisement claims McCoy's Cod Liver Compound Tablets boost vitality and mind, with a 30 day trial offering a money back guarantee. It promises stronger body and quicker youth, urging purchase at Aughindaugh and Knellulay Drug Stores.
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Earth
McCoy
McCay
Aughindaugh
Knelulay
Bo Nura
Get McCoy’s
Original
Genulos
Defense to Attack Star Witness in Shepherd Murder Trial
Chicago May 11 defense plans to attack the credibility of key witnesses in the murder case against William D Shepherd over the death of his mill worker wife William Nelson McClintock. Clayance Darrow will advise but not plead, and Fatman co defendant may face scrutiny as a diplomat physician tied to an unreconciled medical school. Also: Miss Mary Corbett, 16, of Clearspring injured when an auto overturn near St Paul pins her. driver MR. S. Johnson escapes.
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Chicago
William D. Shepherd
William Nelson McClintock
Satute
Thia
Narrow
Rony
Clayance Darrow
Wiley
Dartow
Shepherd
Primariy
Ftaid
Fatman
Charles G Fatman
Ailly McClintock
Iran
Minneapolis
Farman
Mary Corbett
Clearspring
St Paul's
Miss Corbett
Johason
Mise Corbett
Chub
Man cited for illegal moonshine delivery in Martinsburg case
Alonso Snyder of Sharpsburg pled guilty to illegal possession of liquor and received 30 days in jail and a $100 fine. Authorities said Snyder arranged the sale, traveled to Martinsburg with the moonshine, and was arrested after an officer tipped off by a witness who saw him transport the liquor.
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Martinsburg
Alonso Snydar Mear
Sharpsburg
Snyder
Authoritiem
French debt talks show plan for American aid
Paris reports say Caillaux will propose adjusting debt by the United States taking over part of funds France derives from Germany under the Dawes plan. Washington, Treasury circles deem such shifts unlikely. France would redirect money to liquidate the American debt, but the United States would seek payment from France rather than Germany.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
M. Caillaux
Friancé
United States
France
Germany
Washington
Treasury Clrclea
Grain prices drift in early Chicago session
Chicago May 11 grain market opened irregularly with wheat down percent, corn steady, oats slightly up. May wheat at 1.83, July 1.60, September 1.42. Local quotations show bids of 182 to 186 for certain oats contracts in Tageratown.
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Chicago
Tageratown
Hog cholera cases reported in Garrett and Washington counties
Dr Hoffmann reports hog cholera activity in Garrett county with rumors of cases. Two confirmed hog cholera cases this month in Washington county, one near Laurenburg and one at Chewavilla. Authorities inspect and investigate to determine extent of outbreak.
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9. K. Hoffmnn
Bop
Garrett County
Hoffman
Washington
Lauernburg
Chewavilla
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Boonshura
Thoonshera
Tint
Syste TB Bower
Alor Hon Wis
Mexico City
May
Mari Tul’ Davegie
Tay Beraudo
Alles
Fletcher
Smithsburg
Keliems
Trey Ray
Smithshurg
Artespml
Havey
Ramberger
Aviving Barey
Kyler
Bavey
Smithslng Sind
Sistersville
G. Johnson
Wallangton
William Ferguson Massey
New Zudland
Jang Ilness
Laura Hiughen
St. John’s Episcopal Church
Clarry Brigley, RY
bin Taid
John Mitchell
Head
The
Weat Virginiay
Pittsburg Coal Company
Stock Market
Haxerstown
Howard Tract School
Atty
Peoples Store
Curly
Peoples Stord
Paalomeo
Hagerstowe
McCoy's
Avblaga Bip
Milton Kohler & Sons Gruen Watches Jewelers
West
Washington Street
Washington Restaurant (Incorporated
Star Witness
Caskey
Imperial
She Princess
Hag- Mar Rink
Raete
Thal
the College Serenaders of
Gettysburg
Hag-Mar
Braddock Heights Park
Westinghouse
Beauty
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