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Newspaper
The Daily Mail
Location
Hagerstown, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Oct 04, 1924
Page
4
President presides at dedication of a 78 foot high memorial in honor of about 6000 World War I dead. A parade of 42nd Division veterans preceded the unveiling, with battleship names and a gold victory emblem. The granite base bears the fallen’s names as policy signals and national tribute.
An echo meeting at Mountain Lake Park invites St Pauls Methodist parishioners to a Sunday 6 45 PM session with topics including trip activities and Epworth League methods. Delegates named Miss Madelyn Hermody Miss Laura Kangsay Miss Ruth Midgely and others discuss building permits and social service.
London's report states the newborn son of Princess Mary was christened at a private Goldsborough ceremony and named Gerald David. The event was shrouded in secrecy with neither the king nor queen in attendance while the Prince of Wales and Duchess of York, represented by proxies, were absent. discussion followed over the royal family's quiet observance.
The Sewerage Commission will consider a resolution supported by the Mayor and City Council ordering the body to cease operations on October 16 at the meeting next Tuesday night. Police served copies of the resolution to commission members yesterday. the commissioners are likely to comply and may realign at a later date.
The navy dirigible Shenandoah may pass over the city Sunday morning on a daylong round trip to the Pacific Coast if fair weather holds. A homie coming service was held that evening at Washington Square M. E. Church. Samuel J. Kundler visits Keedlyaville and Clinton Kepburgh stays in Kendysville for several days.
Obituaries list William Cramer aged 73 dying at 216 West Autietam Street from general debility with funeral at 3 PM Tuesday. Mrs Julie A Hoover aged 67 dies in Myersville with numerous survivors and services at Grogsnickle's Meeting House Sunday. Luther B Betts of Williamsport dies at 43 with funeral Sunday 2:30 PM from his home. John Mask Sr of Plymouth dies. body to arrive Smithsburg then funeral Monday 10 AM at his brother Edward E Harp’s home. includes NEFFCO note.
Oct 4 New high speed record expected in Pulitzer trophy race at Ohio field. Four ultra speed ships piloted by U S Army flyers attempt to break world mark of 243.09 mph set by A J Willellam N Navy. Caption notes attack on New York City with bombing squadrons part of aerial carnival.
In Philadelphia on October 4 two four year old boys struggled over a revolver found earlier. The gun discharged fatally killing Robert Hall and lightly injuring Ralph Thorpe. The weapon was taken to Thorpe’s home after the incident.
Philadelphia mayor Kenrick Jayt announced that the 1926 pro sesity centennial celebration would not be a world fair. Plans submitted to the mayor emphasize an economic theme and say foreign countries would not be asked to exhibit. A $1 admission was noted in early reporting.
Prices for cattle and sheep show steadiness in St Louis with various classes ranging from native steers to calves and butchers in the 0.60 to 11.78 range. Sheep steady with mutton ewes around 6.50 to 8.06 and lambs at 0.76 to 12.60. Baltimore grain markets show No 2 red wheat at 1.66 per bushel and No 2 red garlic at 1.60% with oats and rye values listed for Oct 4.
Chicago seen general declines as grain futures dip with Wheat and Corn down while Oats hold steady. Local quotes from Hagacutown reflect mixed farm prices along with limited trading activity and several brand price points.
New York stock market opened uneven and weaker with industrials down modestly and rails mixed. Early losses narrowed as buying emerged in some oil and industrial issues, while brokers noted pressure from sellers near the session’s start amid cautious trading.
Forty teachers met at An tielamatget school for an extension course under the Board of Education. Dr. Teanogle of Western Maryland College led sessions on educational psychology and history instruction. Courses open to first and second grade certificate holders may renew certificates and credits. Superintendent Grimas commented on primary methods.
Ady and family express heartfelt thanks for condolences and assistance after the death of Mrs. Martha B. Brader. The card notes appreciation for offers of support, meals, and help with vehicle arrangements during their time of loss.
The city market report lists fresh produce prices with many OCR garbles. Lima beans at 46a per unit, apples $1 to $1.60 a basket, potatoes 800 bale, pumpkins 160 each, watermelons 100 sack, corn 26 per dozen, grapes 100 box, cucumbers 2 for 50, and multiple items with varying quantities and unit labels.
Frank T. Bart Jr bought a home near Leitersburg from Goo A. Pitsnogte through W. Murray Baechto Real Estate Agency. Netfoo and Ady are referenced in grocery window displays.
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