02 Oct 1926
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Newspaper
The Daily Mail
Location
Hagerstown, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1926
Page
1
A Lutheran group urges a churchwide ban on divorce grounds, allowing only adultery as valid and encouraging no remarriage after divorce. The 1926 committee argues marriage as an indissoluble covenant requires church and home guidance, distinguishing legitimate separation from remarriage and urging adherence to Christian teaching.
Markets report large crowd at City Market with daily price lists. Endive 6c head, hot peppers, white grapes 10c per pound, lettuce 15c, cauliflower 59c, 50 lb dumpling sacks, home-grown greens 150 bunches, oysters 1 dozen, apples 350, green beans 60c per quart, peaches to $1 per bushel, unshelled filberts 10c box, chickens sold briskly.
A large public sale of antique furniture at Dr. M. H. Crawford's home near Shepherdstown drew bidders from Hagerstown Baltimore New York Pittsburgh Washington Harrisburg Winchester and Martinsburg. Hepplewhite tables sold for 304 others ranged 30 to 200 with notable pieces including a corner cupboard 172.50 and a grandchild chair 111. The event featured two auctioneers and closed with several items sold at private sale the next day. A communion service announcement and a card of thanks for a baby’s funeral also appear.
The article touts the Hupmobile Six as a strong value for buyers promising high performance at a lower cost. It emphasizes long life and economical running, arguing the Six matches pricier sixes in feel and reliability, marking a favorable public deal.
Historical note recounts a Humboldt County editor jailed for contempt as Judge Sevier faced criticism in mid-century, with higher courts upholding the contempt sentence. The piece covers political defeat, the editor Lindsley jailed five months, and Governor Richardson denying a pardon amid contested trial actions.
Baltimore investigators probe if two women who claimed a man named Birkle was in Hagerstown Hospital after receiving a suspicious phone tip are linked to the payroll robbery. The women then went to Justice J. Scott Gower seeking arrests and later reported the alleged lead to Baltimore officials.
The Baltimore and Ohio Board increases pensions for longtime employees. Pensions rise to at least 25 dollars monthly, with 0.0 percent adjustments to reflect a 50 percent general boost for current retirees and a 10 year service baseline. The plan caps at 66 years and 1 percent of ten year average pay per year of service.
The piece follows Turner seeking vengeance against Hallen for past wrongs. After years of letters and detectives, Turner travels from Portland to confront Hallen. Hallen flees to the life of a retired capitalist, but Turner’s plan culminates in Hallen being shot by Turner at Hallen’s home. Mrs. Constance KUboro of Portland also claims injury from Hallen and hires a lawyer for Turner.
Wates, a veteran figure in temperance reform and longtime superintendent of the United Kingdom Alliance, died. He was Welsh Grand Chief Templar forty years ago and helped Lloyd George make his first public search at Machynlleth, Wales.
Vernon N Simmons defeated aide for Republican nomination to tax collector and spent 116 in. MhO vacent primary sleekpo. Y Piery lost Republican county commissioner bid with 342.25. Talmer Teounant, successful Deso gratis nomination state center, spent 110.
Square dance session every Monday and Thursday nights at Church and Poundry Streets at 8 p.m. All are welcome. Ladies 1c, gents 2c. Advertisement.
Fragmented notices describe dead mining towns with canvas settlements left by companies. Relics span across Catalina shores, snowlines, and deserts. a communion service and a Kent air crash are also noted, alongside rally day events and a church address.
President Coolidge downplays feared impact of a European steel producers’ merger. White House notes suggest the deal aims to maximize raw material use and production efficiency, with no expected harm to U.S. industry. Across the country, reports touch on sports, crime, and social issues in brief items.
Charles H Bondor a well known resident of Sharpsburg died at 5 20 this morning from complications aged 71 Surviving are his widow and children Mrs Helen Breithaupt Dresden Ohio Mrs Elmer Wynod Keedysville Mrs Isoten Forbes Mtun Pa Mrs Clyde Swain at home James Lester Bender Sharpsburg Charles Orvil Baader Haperstown and Title T Dender Long Island N Y One brother James Becher Duncanville Pa Also survives Funeral Monday at 2 pm with services at home under K of T Mag Kola Tadee No 64 Rev Chapman officiating interment Mt View Cemetery
Local quotations list prices for animal feeds and grains including wheat, middlings, and hog feeds with a note on special dairy products. Also announces a shipload of haddock goods from Boston with price details and a fish market contact on Summit Ave.
The Williamsport Wildcats have organized a soccer team for the season and are ready to face rival squads. Contact William Stenger at Williamsport for arrangements and scheduling, with three awaiting matches planned to kick off the campaign.
A pet cat owned by Miss Rachel Wing died a few days ago at her parents home, Me and Mrs Frank T Wine, near Williamsport. The aged feline, age 17, was known as an avowed enemy of mice and rats.
Miss Ora Schnobley Virginia aye mir 14 Mailing Irleyés In Pittsburgh Pa. Mes To Rotsentiangh aad danaglic Wor. Cayabll Whiter street, are spending rain Hine visiting relatives In Lexington Va. Mrs Elmina who has born visiting her parents in this city has returned to her home in Philadelphia. Mrs Me Oliva of Martinsburg returned after extended visit. Mr and Mrs King in the city. Miss Elinor Greene returned from a visit to Washington. Frances and Katherine Brenner visiting relatives in Gallimorr returned to West Washington Street. Mr and Mrs Ralph Martin 240 Mulherry Street returned from Philadelphia trip. Nicholas Bistis of New York City visiting Miss Myrtle Glead at sister Mrs Margaret Glatterbuck Concord Street. Miss Jean Mnyrs of Willspork has a position at Charles T. Byerly store. Mrs Willa Andrews 1022 Garbett Shire selling their quashler Mrs Davis L Borle and Mrs Jack Root Chicago will visit Mrs Andrew's sister Mrs Benavr Zilst. Theile motor being used.
Resolutions express sorrow over the death of Charles Daniel Baker. The Wilmington Charity committee notes the deceased’s piety fortitude and valued fellowship with the society. The resolution grants thanks for the privilege of his association and directs publication in daily newspapers.
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