Taft and Smith Clash Over Prohibition Views
The article reviews a 1918 Taft letter opposing national prohibition and favoring state or local measures. It notes Governor Smith's stance and Taft’s later comment that he cannot discuss politics from the bench, citing Enforcing laws and the dangers of federal overreach. It highlights Taft’s call for local option and skepticism toward a nationwide ban.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wiliam Howard Taft
United States Supreme Court
Alfred E. Smith
Taft
Yale
Allen B. Lincoln
Hartford
Conn
Norris G. Osborn
New Haven Journal Courier
New Haven, Conn
Lincoln
United States
William H. Taft
Boy Improves After Being Run Over in Street
Six year old Stanford Lee House, son of Mr and Mrs Howard House of 116 John Street, was run over by Elmer Miller's car Thursday afternoon. Though the front wheels passed over his chest and he may be internally injured, his condition is reported favorable. The boy, who was playing near home, ran into the path of the slowly moving automobile and was placed between the front and rear wheels before the car stopped. He was taken to Washington County Hospital.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stanford Lee House
Elmer
Miller
Young House
Howard
John Street
Washington County Hospital
Constable Faces Firebug Charges in West Virginia Trial
Charles Town Jefferson County Oct 12 The trial of Theo W Aller a Jefferson County constable indicted on an arson charge began in circuit court Frank Billmire and Winton Galladay serving sentences for fires Allen helped and abetted were brought from the penitentiary to testify for the State.
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Charles Town
Jefferson County
W. Va
Theo
W. Aller
Frank Billmire
Winton Galladay
Allen
Negro Held for Slaying Veteran in Frederick County
George Fletcher, a negro, is in custody after Sheriff Roderick arrested him on murder charges in the death of 82 year old Civil War veteran Michael Gordon of Frederick County. Gordon was home alone when attacked after a quarrel sparked by Fletcher, who struck him with an axe.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Michael Gordon
Frederick County
George Fletcher
Roderick
Gordon
Giant 13-Foot Dahlia Wins County Show Title
In Funkstown Mrs Saruel Stockslager grows a 13 foot dahlia rivaling the former champion Emory Dansberger. Her plant bears nine large flowers with many buds, demonstrating a remarkable bloom height in the county cultivation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Saruel Stockslager
Funkstown
Emory Dansberger
FARM STATES STAMPEDE TO GOV AL SMITH
Western farmers revolt against grain controls and favor Gov. Al Smith as Republicans falter in Midwest and Plains. Norris endorsement boosts Smith’s farm relief stance while Blaine repudiates Hoover. Maddock and Wheeler campaign for Smith in North Dakota and Montana with strong farmer support. Just convalescing teacher joke caps odd clipping.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mason-Dixon Line
Herbert Hoover
Kansas City
Smith
George W. Norris
Nebraska
Hoovex
Norris
Congress
Hoover
Omaha
Wisconsin
John T. Blaine
Robert la Follette
Blaine
America
Rally Day at St Pauls United Brethren Church
Speakers include Judge Wagaman and Bishop A B Statton at morning rally day services. Wagaman addresses men’s classes taught by Plummer, Baker and Statton. Lutz to sing. Statton to preach at 11, then with Ziegler to depart for Africa for missionary inspection. Evening sermon by Dr Plummer on the First Missionary Journey.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank G. Wagamar
Bishop A. B. Statton
St. Paul’s
United Brethren Sunday School
Judge Wagaman
F. B. Plummer
Albert E. Baker
Philo A. Statton
Austin E. Lutz
Bishop A.B. Statton
Kansas City
Bishop Statton
Christian Endeavor
Reform Chorus to Give Concert at Christ Reformed Church
The newly formed male chorus of Christ Reformed church will present the first in a series of monthly concerts Sunday evening. The ensemble of twenty trained voices has drawn praise from evening service performances. Soloists Miss Pauline Edwards and Mr. Albert Gaver of Martinsburg will perform. The program includes Beauty for Ashes and Day Is Dying in the West among others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christ Reformed Church
Pauline Edwards
Albert Gaver
Martinsburg
West
Memphis Teen Sets 61 Hour Endurance Swim Record
Martha Hill an 18 year old stenographer swam 61 hours in Memphis Tennessee to break the endurance world record. After the feat she resumed a date with her boyfriend and went dancing despite heavy fatigue. She reportedly lost ten pounds and plans to defend her mark against challengers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Memphis
Tenn
Martha Hill
Sunday Episcopal Services And Rally Day Talks
The pulpit at St. John's Episcopal Church will be filled by Rev Arthur Psasco in the morning with Rev George St John of St James School preaching in the evening. Organ preludes feature Cadiz Sinlandia and Echo Bells. Cyrus Fook will speak at Rally Day services in Frederick and Chambersburg. Norment continues the Jesus Christ series at First Christian Church. Christ Reformed Church Middletown nears dedication after extensive repairs with three services.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walter Byron Stehl
Washington
Arthur Psasco
Church of the Transfiguration
Blue Ridge Summit
St. John’s Episcopal Church
George St. John
Cadiz
Albeniz
Sinlandia
Sibelius
Brewer
Cyrus Fook
First National Bank of
Hagerstown
Reformed Church
Cavetown
Beard’s Lutheran Church
Methodist Episcopal Church
Frederick
First United Brethren Church
Chambersburg
Wm. M. Norment
Jesus Christ
First Christian Church
South Potomac Street
Jesus
Norment
Christ Reformed Church
Middletown
Christian Endeavor
Christ’s Reformed Church
W. Franklin Street
Jonathan
C. Clever
ST. Paul's Church
Clear Spring
C. E
ST. John’s Reformed Church
Clearspring
HE. Whetstone
First Church OF God
F. H. Suavely
Musical at St Pauls Church by Bible Class
The Women's Bible Class led by Mrs. Walter Daniels will present a musical at St Pauls Methodist Episcopal Church on Monday evening. Reader is Mrs J Grason Steffey with soloists Floyd Sherman and Mrs D A Watkins. Violinist is Mrs M A Stealey and an instrumental duet by Mrs John Zentmyer and Miss Eva Shulenberger. Refreshments will be served.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Paul's Methodist Episcopal Church
Sunday Church Services Across The Region
The notices list Sunday worship schedules for Zion Reform, St James Brethren, Grace United Brethren, First Christian, Boonsboro United Brethren, Mt Lena, First Baptist, Christ Reformed, St Pauls Clear Spring, Church of the Brethren, St Pauls United Brethren, St Johns Reform, First Church of God, St Pauls Methodist Episcopal, Trinity Lutheran, St Johns Lutheran, Emmanuel United Brethren, Williamsport United Brethren, Antietam United Brethren. Also notes a move of John Wallick and family to Long Beach, California.
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Carl N. Mundis
C. BE. Society
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Antietam ST. U. B
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John Wallick
William Eccard
Janice
Long ‘Beach
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BUICK
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