17 Sep 1924
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Newspaper
The Daily Mail
Location
Hagerstown, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Sep 17, 1924
Page
1
Reported remarks paint a political shift as the West foresees a Davis presidency. The piece links housing trends to national sentiment, noting rents easing in several cities while New York and Philadelphia show mixed levels and Atlanta reports a 6 to 10 percent decline.
Dudley Campo 84 of Doc Cuily West Virginia worked for a power company patrol along lines from Williamaport to Gumbarland Hatwoun Graan Nidge and Grant Capon when he was struck by a train near Orleans Croguing. The man reportedly tried to cross the tracks before a warning or warning device could stop the oncoming locomotive, and he died from injuries after being dragged a short distance.
Philadelphia reports Dr. Fritz Haber of Bovin Germany proposes a menu of wood and cornhusks to guard against food shortages caused by population growth. He notes currently only fruit from trees is used as food and urges science to render tree boughs husks and forage crops palatable, preserving essential elements found in foods.
The Comptrollers of the Currency approved the application to organize the Nicodemus National Bank in Angerstown with a $100000 capital. The change to Nicodemus National Bank stems from the will of Virginia Nicodemus. stockholders voted to accept. If rejected, funds would go to Wantington County Hospital for a maternity ward. Public pressure from Federation of Women’s Groups urged reconsideration to fund the hospital. Also reports a Moscow dispatch on Baku oil fires and mobilization to fight a blaze threatening storage tanks.
New Brunswick New Jersey September 17 A letter found in a cave near the home of Elizabeth Johnson a 11 year old girl whose body was discovered contains a suicide pact proposal. Written by farm hand Harvey Goldaver the letter implies the lovers would die together to end their sorrows. The note requests a partner to join in death and mentions the only way out. Police continue to investigate the death and the authenticity of the letter.
Two explosions at Josaph Chisrella fire-works factory at Beacon and surrounding homes caused one death. Dozens of homes wrecked and hundreds of buildings damaged. residents awakened by shattered glass and falling debris.
A family reunion at Mrs. Jane Bittinger’s 219 Winter arrest home brings Frederick J. Smith, a famed Civil War drummer who enlisted at age seven after fleeing home from Camp Curtin. Smith recalls Gettysburg and carrying a fallen comrade’s gun amid artillery as he kept time with his drum for the Union Army. He remains devoted to the instrument, with the drummer’s memory continuing decades into the present.
KEMMERER Wyo Sept 17 The probable toll in the explosion in mine No 5 of the Kemmerer Coal Company at Sublet near here was reduced to 48 today when P A Quealy president of the company announced that only 48 men were in the mine when the blast occurred Twelve were rescued alive eighteen bodies recovered and little hope was entertained of taking any of the twenty three remaining victims
In Ghigago on September 17 Lealls Andur gon, pastor of the Evangelical Church at SS Joanph, Mih, was found severely injured after an auto incident. A note in the car suggested he planned death to escape a church scandal, blaming women and a town-wide opposition, and expressing despair to his wife and family.
Chief of Police Barhar announced that photo traffic enforcement will be imposed to ensure drivers proceed only on green signals and stop on red. Motorists turning right on red at Washington and Jones Chain in the Square will be prohibited to prevent trouble. Strict observance of signals is expected.
In a land transaction, Ars. Harry H. Baker sold Suys Row Houses to Banja. The transfer appears recorded amid local property dealings with details referencing Harrison and associated parcels.
The weather bureau reports a developing storm along the North Atlantic coast from Nan to Eastport Maine with increasing intensity. Gale warnings issued for the north Atlantic as the system tracks offshore and near coastal waters.
Mrs Blandheon Ed mongon of Pittsburgh writes to the Daily Mall seeking her missing husband Harry Roger Ramongon who left with their daughter Dorothy about a month ago. She describes him as an insurance man, tall and brown eyed, and asks authorities to help locate him and her child.
A man from Wayne County defied school attendance by failing to send his young daughter Catharine to school. Magistrate Baird ordered a five day jail term, with authorities noting no prior cause for the act. The case, recorded in local proceedings, cites a shortfall in meeting the educational obligation.
American Water Works and Electric Company, owning the largest group of privately owned water works in the United States, reports net earnings after depreciation of 9 months July 14. The figure equals 11.59 a share for common and participating preferred stock, up from 11.63 a share a year earlier. Overall gross earnings rose to 98 019 800, an increase of 4 91 381.
A three-plane round the world flight departed Chicago at 1 10 this morning heading for Omaha in a northerly formation. Lieutenant Smith led the Chicago team as the trio lifted off, circled the field, and headed west. A huge crowd that had gathered cheered the takeoff as weather reports predicted clear flying conditions along the 440 mile route to Omaha, the next stop.
Tokyo researchers report massive damage after torrential rains flood villages near Tokyo and parts of the capital. Early estimates of casualties are high as storms wash away homes and property. in Tokyo, about 4,400 houses flooded and many structures damaged.
A trapped bandit killed himself after a running gun battle with police near a panic hand quarter station in Mount Vernon New York. Companions believed to be brothers and former soldiers were detained as federal agents pursued leads and prepared to probate the incident.
John W. Davis, back in the corn belt, forecasts victory next November after warm receptions from farm crowds. He asserts a nationwide desire for honest, clean government and vows to expose political rings while highlighting agricultural issues and a resolve to change administration.
Coca Cola Bottling Works has secured a permit to erect a large hors ing plant at Jonathan street and Pennsylvania avenue. The two story front will be 48 by 100 feet, bigger than the old plant. The building replaces the old Memorial drive site, now torn down, with a temporary rear structure. St. J. Rhine sold the plant to the Dalting company.
Guarantors of the Chautauqua held in the Pennay town faced shortfalls as crowds were smaller than in Hagerstown. Total receipts at Chambaraburg were 178, while the event cost 1,883 dollars, leaving guarantors to cover the difference.
Baltimore youths Dobbs and Foran, 19 and 18, and accomplices were sentenced to be hanged for the May 18 murder and robbery of Cohen in Baltimore. Jury found them guilty of first degree murder. George Green, 18, was killed by detectives escaping jail two months earlier.
Dr John B Fulton, head of Maryland Health, warns grippe like influenza is spreading across the state. Officials urge caution to prevent spread, advise against sharing towels or cups, and note reporting of influenza and grippe cases to the state health bureau. Quarantine is not required but infected individuals should stay home.
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