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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1921
Page
10
Government bonds draw buyers as the banking sector shows cautious stabilization. Bank executives, including executives and clerks, discuss certificates and officers. markets note bonds’ relative stability despite ongoing economic tensions.
The New York cotton market opened with renewed nervousness after yesterday’s gains. December slipped to 19.76 cents, closing at 19.83, a net decline of 90 to 54 points, amid a generally steady close.
The final performance of Ship Ahoy at the opera house drew a taracity crowd with over 200 in the cast. Local amateurs under the Old Dominion Boat Club organized the event, crediting Jim Robison and others for smooth staging. A dedication service for St Anthony's chapel Baileys Cross Roads led by Bishop O'Connell is planned for October 16.
The Pennsylvania railroad announced it will apply to the Interstate Commerce Commission for a 28 percent freight-rate reduction on ore shipments from Great Lakes and seaboard to Pittsburgh Youngstown Schuylkill Valley and other districts. The cut would run until December 31 1981 and aims to build ore supply before winter navigation limits and test if lower rates stimulate iron and steel markets.
A humorous verse exposes the Eskimo's six month night and endurance in dance and song. The speaker admits stamina challenges despite glamour, noting Amundsen's observation of constant dancing in polar daylight and the need for rest as spring nears.
A speculative note questions where future postseason baseball rehearsals will be held. The item also mentions a dock scandal in New York and implies it has no link to medical professionals prescribing pints.
Post's eager candidates will complete their campaign for $30 clubs tonight. They hope to store up votes useful in the ongoing contest.
The Posts campaign warns that the 190 600 extra vote offer ends at 9 PM. Subscriptions must be in by 9 with postmarks, as the $40 000 automobile prize and 200 merit prize await. Candidates city and out of town rush to boost new subscriptions and clubs to secure thousands of votes before the close.
Special to The Washington Post Charlottesville Virginia October 7 Mrs Robert Andrews and her two children, mother and sister escaped death by carbon monoxide from a gas heater in the kitchen. The first doctor arrived as family members collapsed one after another. Neighbors aided the unconscious to fresh air, and all gradually regained consciousness. The mother Miss Ida Bethelher remained unconscious for four hours. The physician's quick arrival likely saved the family.
The thirty-ninth annual convention of the Womens Missionary society of the United Lutheran churches in America closed in Williamsport after three days. Officers elected include President Miss S Nicholas, Washington. Vice Presidents Mrs J Eb Byers, Miss Lizzie T Bierly, Mrs D Belly, Miss M S Kephart. Recording secretary Mrs James P Jeese. Treasurer Mrs E B Zeigler. Historian Moss Elizabeth Trump. Cumberland chosen for next convention.
Rochester New York native Mrs Enoch Vine Stoddard wife of Brig Gen Mitchell and mother to S V Stoddard and Mrs William Mitchell died in Baltimore today. A longtime child welfare leader she helped establish numerous charities and served on a New York State instution board. Born in 1840, she was the daughter of Isaac Butts, a Western Union founder.
Judge William Walsh, appointed to the Fourth Judicial Circuit by Gov Hitchin, was nominated by Garrett, Alleghany and Washington counties Democratic committees to succeed the resigned Judge Robert Henderson. Totten Matthews of Simoke county opposed, voting four to ten in the nomination meeting led by Mrs James Walter Thomas. Judge Walsh, grandson of late Representative William Walsh, attended a 100-person notification dinner.
Fred H Hoback a United States narcotic inspector was sentenced by Judge McDowell to three years in Atlanta prison and a 300 fine for narcotics violations. He appealed with cost burden on government and bond renewed with his mother in law as surety. The appeal goes to the circuit court of appeals at Richmond. The Hillman tollgate sale near Winchester fetched 3500 under state takeover of the old valley pike making it a free road.
Two Stockton men, Smith and Bennum, were seriously injured when their car left a Maryland State road near Winchester in Caroline County, rolled over twice into a ravine, and carried to Cambridge Hospital by Dr. George Webb of Preston. Smith suffered a fractured skull and collarbone. Bennum is believed to have a fractured skull. both were unconscious.
Stony Bottom, West Virginia presents itself as a model village with 35 families owning homes and seven renting. All residents belong to one undenominational church, with no poor or rich residents and only one home mortgaged. The village lists twelve automobiles among its holdings.
Seven crack Washington Football Club players prepared to face Wilmington from Delaware at American League Park Sunday at 3 pm. Coach Hegarty praised Charley Watson for signal calling and overall effort as he drilled formations and tricks late into practice. Starts were named: Ends Patterson and Anderson. tackles F McCarthy and Ahearn. guards R E McCarthy and Lukus. centers Crouch or Caster. quarterback Watson. halfback Sullivan. fullbacks Jueighty and Machert.
In Lynchburg Virginia Squire W H Steele and posse members L D Deacon Raymond Pulliam and Frank Wervan were held to the November grand jury on felonious shooting charges after gunning at R T Shields and Lonnie Moran during an arrest for Pat Johnsons murder. Shields and Moran were shot about a month ago. A four magistrate court conducted the hearing. All defendants are free on $500 bail.
War Department Greens face Camp Grant fours in today’s championship game after Camp Grant beat War Department Yellows 4 to 2 in the semifinals. Six teams expected next week in a no handicap event. Frederik G lieb elected president of the Baseball Writers Association of America with Edward Bang as vice president and Joseph M. McCready reelected secretary and treasurer.
New York Oct 1 Babe Ruth suffers a severe abscess on his left arm doctors say will keep him out of the game tomorrow and may sideline him for several days The update comes as baseball news across the era with other regional notes on college gridiron plans and local bowling results indicating a busy sports day.
Samuel P. Herold was elected temporary captain of the Steward opening team yesterday. Nine candidates including OConnell Smoot Crane Peckhan Pickett Parkes Miller Lancaster and Smith reported for their initial practice.
Eastern will travel to Ellicott City Maryland to play Rock Hill College on the gridiron and will also face Emerson Institute in Potomac Park today. The schedule outlines two road games for the squad.
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