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Pocahontas star herald., 1924-04-04
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Senate joint resolution. approved
March s, 1923. for the amendment OF
the Constitution OF the State of Ar
kansas so as to prohibit local legisla- :
leave the power of local and special
legislation In the control Of the coun-
ties ard municipalities respectively
affected thereby and to provide a
method for the initiative and refer
endum as TO such legislation, and for
Pocahontas star herald., 1924-04-04
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Pocahontas star herald., 1924-04-04

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The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1924-09-16
FIVE HURT WHEN
MACHINES
CRASH
Woman's Auto Strikes Pile
Of Dirt-Car Over
turns

Five persons were bruised and
cut in a crash between two
machines at Nichols and Howard
avenues southeast early today.
None suffered serious injuries.
The hurt are George Ellis, 1922
Sheridan road southeast; Gladys
Perry, 1851 Sheridan road south.
east; Ethel Ellis, 1890 Lowdens
court southeast, Buster Wilson,
1857 Nichols avenue southeast, and
James Harrod, 1109 Howard avenue
southeast.
After treatment at Casualty Hos
pttal, they were taken to their
respective homes.
Despite severe bruises ana shook
caused when her machine over
turned after striking a pile Of dirt
at Georgia and Arkansas avenues
northwest, Elizabeth M. Fields, Of
the Buchanan apartments. last night
refused hospital treatment.
Others hurt in accidents yes
terday were Ernest Petnard, 1881
T street northwest; Warren James,
twenty, Of Mt. Rainier, Nd, and
colored boy. who declined to
leave his name.
A verdict of accidental death was
issued by Doctor j. Ramsay hewitt,
in the case of Miss Louise
Patzschke, killed when the machine
driven by her fiance turned over
Sunday. Forces w. Dodge, twenty
two, Of Mt. Rainier, Nd, was
exonerated.
A similar certificate was given in
the death Of Bernard Tyler, COL
ored, who met death under the
wheels Of a truck last Saturday
while roller skating.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1924-09-16
z. r. Asks Bond Issue

The Texas Pacific Missouri Pa.
cinc Terminal Railroad of New
Orleans asked the Interstate Com
merce Commission today for author.
ity to issue and sell 100000 Of
first mortgage SIX per cent gold
bonds OF the Missouri Pacific's and
Texas Pacific's railroads.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1924-09-16

Archie Thomas. nine, 1929 New
York avenue northwest, fell from
the roof Of a two-story house at
223S New York avenue last night
and suffered a cut on the left ear
and shock. His condition Is not
serious.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1924-09-16
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New Britain herald., 1924-10-21
paonessa win Speak

Mayor Angelo Paonessa of New Britain will be among the speakers at the democratic rally in ForesterS hall next Monday night.
 Won 20, Lost 2
 Manager P. J. Buckley of, the All Kensington baseball team has com piled list of games lost and won by the team during the past season and has also figured out the batting averages of all men taking part in any of the games.
 It is found that the club won 20 games and lost nine during the sea- son. The clubs trimmed include Old Lyme, Avon, Simsbury, Fancona of New Britain, American Brick Co. of Beckley, Milldale, East Berlin, New Hartford, Meriden All Stars, St. Mary's of Manchester, Glaston- bury, Middletown Asylum, Red Men of Manchester, Walnuts of Hartford. Russels of Middletown, beaten three times, Mohawks of Meriden. The teams to which Ken sington lost include the Pextos of Southington, Milldale. St. Mary's Manchester, Corbin Red Sox, Mo hawks of Meriden, Milldale and Simsbury.
 Following is the list of players, with the number of games in which they played, times at bat, hits and batting average:
New Britain herald., 1924-10-21

Bliss NJ. Burgess has been en- gagged as principal of the East Bris- tol school, succeeding M.g Mary F. Callen, according to an announce ment of the school committee today, He has been teaching In Terryville for the last few years but will as- sume his new duties within the next two weeks.
New Britain herald., 1924-10-21
S0UYHINGYON NEWS

That ex-Goyernor Marcus IT. Hol- comb was once foreman of the local fire company has been disclosed by the inquiry into the past history of the organization in connection with it's 10th anniversary celebration. This was in the sos. shortly after the formation of the company, and he resigned because of pressure of other duties. Thomas F. Ega, for mer superintendent of police, was also member of this company. as was Samuel Bamforth, now a de- tectiye on the New Britain police force.
 The fire department now has four companies and houses, all equipped with motor-driven vehicles. South irgton has new chemical truck with bumper attachment, Plants vile new sf0,o0o truck and Mill dale and Marion have trucks pur- chased through voluntary subscrip- tions of the residents there.
 Mrs. E. S. Dickerman, 77. died yesterday afternoon at her home in Milldale. She leaves three nieces, Mrs. Emma Williams of Woodbury, and Mrs. Louise Mathews and Mrs. William E. Smith of this town: and one nephew, Raymond F. Dicker- man. Mrs. Dickerman was prom inent member of the W. c. T. U. The funeral will be held tomorrow after noon.
 . Carl L. Ganzer of Bristol. arrested by Constables Cockayne and Bowers Sunday night on charge of intoxi- cation, was in court before Judge H.
 D. Fitzpatrick yesterday. His case was nolled upon payment of sl4.26
 costs.
 Tony Angelo, arrested by Con- stable Cockayne for breach of peace and intoxication was given suspended jail sentence of 30 days and fined costs amounting to s14.65.
 Louis MagdaIena of New Britain arrested for intoxication Saturday night by Constables Cockayne and Bowers, was fined s5 and costs amounting to s16.25.
 Joseph Mastriano of Flanders road arrested and charged with attempt- ing to hold up and assault small girl near Pine Grove Saturday, had his case continued until Saturday.
 Any ex-service man having an adjusted claim that has not been completed may have the work done at the rooms of Kiltonic Post, American Legion.
New Britain herald., 1924-10-21

in connection with the resuming of activities will be discussed. The committee in charge, of the meeting and luncheon consists of Mrs. s. Chase Coale, Mrs. Robert H. Dem ing, Mrs. Arthur L. Woodruff and Mrs Leland W. ,Gwatkin. To Speak In Manchester Miss Adele Murray. one of the most prominent women in Berlin's political affairs, will speak at big democratic meeting in Manchester on Friday night of this week. Her subject will be, Candidates and Their Work Message"
 Visits In Town Miss Anna s. Robins of New Haven, former resident of Berlin, was in town calling on friends yes- terday. She is we'll known here. Many Tickets Sold About 300 tickets have already been sold for the entertainment and whist, scheduled for tonight at For esters' hall, Kensington, under the auspices of the Ladies' Aid Society of St. Paul's church, Kensington. Guests will be present from every town in the vicinity of Berlin. On Short Vacation Rev. Samuel A. Fiske, pastor of the Berlin Congregational church, and Mrs. Fiske are spending few days In Shelburne Falls, Mass, as a part of short vacation trip. Will Give Party A Halloween social and dance will be given at the Community house Friday evening by group of young women from the Junior High school. The party will be chaperoned by MT. and Mrs. Reuben H. Hadley and Mir. and Mrs. Grant Wickwire.
 Team Will Practice The All-Kensington football team will practice tonight at o'clock at T. A. B. hall. The full squad is re- quested to be present. East Berlin Items The Social Five" club will meet at the home Of Mrs. Charles Fiske on West street on Thursday after noon of this week.
 The regular meeting of the Knights of Pythias will be held at their hall on Grove street this eve- ming.
 The local members of the Girl Scouts will attend a meeting of their troop at Berlin Wednesday after noon.
 A number from here will attend the whist social to be given by the ladies of St. Paul's church Of Ken sington at Foresters' hall in Ken sington this evening.
 A few of the friends of Mrs. Charles Fiske rendered her birth day surprise social at her home on West street Monday afternoon, Mu- sic. cards and bountiful luncheon were enjoyed during the afternoon. Mrs. Fiske was the recipient of many pretty gifts.
 The ladies Of St. Gabriel's church will meet at the home of Mrs. Ralph Gamble on Wilcox avenue Thurs (Continued on Page l6)
New Britain herald., 1924-10-21
Night Traffic officers

Because of the torn up condition of Main street, night traffic officers were placed on duty last night at the corner of Main and North Main streets, where officers are located during the day. No trouble devel- oped as vehicle drivers appreciated the difficult situation at the point and cooperated fully with the off cers.
New Britain herald., 1924-10-21
Postpone Election

Postpone Election
 Due to the fact that small gath ering was present last night, the an- nual meeting and election of officers of the Mems Lyceum of Kensington was postponed until November 10, Following the election a short de- bate will be held and, in addition. a speaker will address the gathering on "Armistice Day" The regular schedule of ten-minute talks will be resumed in connection with the meetings. The speaker on "Armis- tice Day" will be selected at a later date.
 It was hoped that the work of the club might be started last eve- ming, but it was deemed inadpisable to proceed with business when only a few members turned out.
 Neighbors' Night
 Berlin Grange will entertain about 100 people tonight at the hall, when the periodical Neighbors' Night will be held by the organization. Visi- tors will be present from Collins vile, Avon and Durham and each delegation will furnish part of the program.
 This will be one of the largest gatherings of this kind held by the local chapter of the order.
 Dr. Potter to Speak
 It has been announced that Dr Rockwell Harmon Potter of Hart ford. one of the most prominent clergymen in the state, will make the address of the evening at tho annual banquet of the mems Bible class of Berlin, which will be held in the dining room of the Berlir Congregational church on the eve ming of November 19.
 The subject of the speakers tall has not been announced as yet. bn 1t is expected that one of the larg est crowds of men ever in attend ance at one of the class's banauets will be present to hear this wei known speaker.
 Motherhood Club
 The Motherhood club of Berlil will begin its fall and winter sctivi ties tomorrow afternoon with meeting and luncheon in the dininl room of the Beriin Consresa sationa church. The club has an extensiV program for the winter to line u l and several matters of imnertsnc
New Britain herald., 1924-10-21
Hs PROMINENT COUPLE MARRIED 40 YEARS fl. and Mrs. R. Q. Clarke to
 Observe Event Tomorrow
 DEMOCRATIC WOMEN MEET

VIII Address Meeting Here--Item.
 Mir. and Mrs. Robert 0. Clark of asst Berlin will observe the 10th an- aiyersary of their wedding, tomor- row. In observance of the event NIr. Clark will entertain members of he New Britain Rotary club and heir wives at his home during the tening.
 Mir. and Mrs. Clark were married 'ctober 22, 1884, at the Congrega- ional church in Rocky Hill by the ;ev. Mir. Monroe, then pastor. Fol- owing their marriage MT. Clark drought his bride to East Berlin, where he was born and has lived ever since. Mrs, Clark was formerly Miss Etta Belden of Rocky Hill.
 They have a son and 6 daughter, Harold, who is associated with his (ather in the brick business. and Ruth, the wife of James MacPher- son of East Berlin.
 Mir. Clark is prominent in the ton of Berlin and is one of the best known figures in the town at the present time. Always working for progress, he has done much toward securing needed improvements in his village. He is owner of one of the largest brick yards in this sec ton.
 Democratic Women Meeting
 Plans for the Democratic rally in Berlin on Monday night of next week, reports on work accomplished by democratic women in. Berlin and other important matters in connec- tion with the present campaign, were discussed at a meeting of democratic women at the home of Miss Adele Murray of Kensington last night. About g women were present, among them Mrs. Mary Carbo L4ardner, democratic candi- date for representative in the gener- al assembly from Berlin.
 Reports were submitted on the work accomplished in town and Miss Murray gave report of work done by democratic women in the state. but the item of real importance was the report classifying the represen- tatives who are seeking places in the next legislature. The report showed what interests the men would be apt to favor. ss . result of their present employment.
 It is proposed, as result of last nights meeting, to invite ali people of Berlin to the rally on Monday evening, particularly women of the republican ranks.
New Britain herald., 1924-10-21

Furnished room. 7i Whiting St. adv.
New Britain herald., 1924-10-21

For Sale--One couch, one baby carriage. three new silk floss mat tresses. one parlor table, etc. L. B. Warren, IS Canal street, Plainville. l-advt.
New Britain herald., 1924-10-21
The True EamilyLaxative

Mass.
 Mayor John F. Wade has re- sumed his duties as city executive after business trip to Florida
 Officer Lawrence Doolan has re- turned from 8 motor trip to points of interest in New York state.
New Britain herald., 1924-10-21
45o sss 4s4--12S Conversational Church Notes.

 Congregational Church Notes.
 The executive committee of the Congregational church will meet this evening at 7:30 o'clock at the par sonage.
 The Interdenominational Training class for Sunday school teachers and future aspirants to those posi- tions. will be in session in the Con- gregational church tomorrow eve ming at 7:45 o'clock. A food sale will be held in the church parlors tomorrow afternoon beginning at 2:30 o'clock. Articles will be sold for the benefit of the church fund.
 A food sale will be held in the church parlors tomorrow afternoon beginning at 2:sO o'clock. Articles will be sold for the benefit of the church fund.
 Martha Sewing Circle. Martha Sewing Circle will meet with Mrs. Wallace Brown tomorrow afternoon at o'clock. A full at- tendance is urged. Confers Degree. Martha Rebekah lodge met last evening and conferred the degree on a class of candidates. The Re- bekahs were entertained at supper following the work and social and dance followed. Plainville Briefs,
 Floyd Paeher Of Whiting street is recovering from injuries sustained in a fall at his home the other day. Sweet cream. guaranteed 10 whip, at the Rialto Soda Shoppe.-advt.
 Furnished room. 7i Whiting St. adv.
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New Britain herald., 1924-10-21
Recovering From Paralysis

Gertrude Livingston of Broad
 street who has been confined to her home with an attack of infantile
 paralysis, is rapidly recovering from
 the malady. She is able to be up
 and around and has the full use of
 most of the members of her body, which were affected when she was III. Her recovery is considered re-
 markable and is due in a great
 measure to the prompt action taken by pr. George Cook, attending phy-
 sician and pr. J. N. Bull, local health officer.
New Britain herald., 1924-10-21

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New Britain herald., 1924-10-21


 multiple bruises and lacerations of the hands and face but no broken bones. He Is resting comfortably today.
 Visiting on Furiough
 Sergeant H. A. Bryan of Quantico, Va, has been visitor at the home of his parents Mir. and Mrs J. II. Bryan of Whiting street. He is a member of the 9th regiment U. s. Marines and is on furlough. He has been stationed in Port Au Prince. Haiti. for the past 27 months. He will remain in Virginia until he is dls- charged from the U. s. M. c. in De- cember.
 Repairing Gates Employees of the N. Y. N. H., & II. R. R. O.. are working on the West Main street gates which were completely demolished several weeks ago when an automobile crashed into them. and they have erected another abutment in the same spot as the last one. The gates will probably be attached within the next day or two. Those interested in the matter were in hopes that the town officials would would take some action against hav- ing the gates set again as they are jutting into the highway. Standard Steel Rowling The Standard Steel Bowling league met last evening on the Recreation alleys and rolled the following in- diyidual and team score:
New Britain herald., 1924-10-21

wANTED-Woman or girl for gen. eral housework, who can go home nights. No cooking. Apply il Norton Place.-adyt.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1924-12-20
Business Opportunity

a
Wanted-A reliable man to repre-
sent in this county a large and pro-
petition.
This is an unusual opportunity for
the right man to have a business of
his own and an income of $4,000 to
$4,000 year, depending entirely. on
the applicants willingness to work.
The business does not necessarily
require a. lot of experience as this
company has fixed policies which have
proven very successful. =
The party we select must have an
automobile and at least $500. =
e Write giving your age, address,
present occupation and at least two
references and a possible interview,
will be arranged. Curiosity seekers
need not APPLY ny.
Manager, 1873 w. Mt. Royal Avenue,
Baltimore, Md. Dec-20-1t.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1924-12-20
January 10, 1925,

at. public auction the following de-
scribed property:
All that lot or parcel of ground
situate, lying and being in the First
Election District of Worcester Coun-
ty, Maryland, just outside the corpor-
ate limits of Pocomoke City, on Mar
ket Street extended, and more par
ticularly described as follows:
Beginning for the same on the
Southwest side of said Market st. ex-
tended at the corner of Seventh Street
and running by and with said Market
Street extended in Southeasterly di-
'rection two hundred ten Meet to the
line of certain Orah O. Tarr; thence
in a Southwesterly direction by ahd
with the line Of the said Tarr a dis
lance of one hundred sixty-five feet
to the line Of a certain William E.
Redden and the said Orah O. Tarr;
thence in a ,Northwesterly direction
by and with the line of the said Red
den and Tarr a distance of two hum
dred ten feet to Seventh Street;
thence in a Ncrtheasterly direction
by and with said Seventh Street a
distance OF one hundred sixty-five
feet to Market Street extended, the
place of beginning, being ali and the
same property conveyed to the said
Alice B. Powell by two deeds, one
from certain Emma G. D. Crockett
and J. Shiles Crockett, her husband,
dated February 18th, 1911, and re-
corded among the Land Records of
Worcester County, Maryland, in Liber
O. D. c., No. 8, Folio SOB, and zone
from L. Paul Ewell and Lille Powell
Ewell, his wife, dated May 21st, 1912,
and recorded among the Land Records
aforesaid, in Liber o. D. c., No. IL,
Folio COZ, etc. and being the first
property described in the said mort
gage. 4. SEQ.
The above property has been subdi-
videdtinto lots which will be offered
separately. - 4,
A plot; showing the division and d.
mansions may be seen at the office Of
S. Franklin Woodcock, Real Estate
Agent, Salisbury, Maryland.
TERMS OF SALE: - One-third
cash, third in one years time, one
third in two years time. or all cash at
the leasure Of the purchaser, the time
payments to be adequately secured. 3,
A. w. w. WOODCOCK,
Assignee Of the Mortgage.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1924-12-20

pudaed those who opposed him. and there has been practically
no effective fight waged against him.
Baltimore city and the counties have accepted him the
head and front of their political faith and until he overthrow
he represents the organization
true there may be deepseated feeling in the hearts of
many against the who has beaten them ALL These may gather
force enough to op off from the organization body this useful
member throw him into the discard If this should happen
old men.
Let hope however that the people, recognizing the still
useful service of the present executive uphold him in his ad
nsaon and avail themselves of every opportunity of using
whom think to be cassed among Ma1ands strongest
sons.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1924-12-20

Dec-13-2t.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1924-12-20
STOCKHOLDERS MEETING. /,

I; Notice is hereby given that the reg
ular annual shareholders meeting Of
The Citizens National Bank Of POGO
moke City, held for the election of a
Board Of Directors for the ensuing
year and for the transaction of any
other business which may properly
be presented, will be held in the build
ing of the said bank on Tuesday, Jan.
18th, 1926 between the hours of ten
o'clock A. NJ. and two o'clock P. M.
COLMORE E. BYRD, Cashier.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1924-12-20
For Sale or Rent Rent
The Hotel and Garage at
Franklin, City, Va.

This property has been thoroughly
overhauled and painted; is in first
class condition; has modern conven-
fences; ID bed rooms ready furnished;
also dining room. Will sell on easy
terms Of small cash payments, with
balance in small monthly payments;
or trade for good town or country
property. A splendid opportunity for
the right man. Apply to
e. e. SHOCKLEY,
Stockton, Md.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1924-12-20
STOCKHOLDERS MEETING.

The annual meeting of the Stock
holders Of the Pocomoke City Nation
al Bank will be held in their banking
building, Pocomoke City, Md.,@ Tues
day, January Is 1925, between the
hours of 10 o'clock A. M, and 3
o'clock P. M, for the purpose Of elect
ing Directors to manage the affairs
Of the Bank for the ensuing year and
for such other business as may come
before the meeting. :,
w. j. STEVENSON, Cashier.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1924-12-20
CARD OF. THANKS.

My wife and I desire to take this
means Of thanking the good people
Of Goodwill church for their most
generous donation to US. My wife
wants to especially thank the Young
Peoples Aid for the gift Of $40 to
her. Surely no better people ever liv-
ed than the Goodwill people. May the
Lord bless every one Of you.
Rev. and, Mrs. D. B. Prettyman.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1924-12-20
NOTICE TO TEACHERS.

All schools in Worcester County
will close for the Christmas holidays
on December % at the regular closing
hour and open January 5.
By order of the Board of Education.
A. G. HUMPHREYS,
Dec-13-2t. Secretary.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1924-12-20
Letter to Santa Claus

Dear Santa Claus:
I am writing you a short letter to-
tell you whatI want for Christmas.
want writing desk, a rain cape; a
large mama doll and large bed for
the mama doll you brought me last
Christmas. Good by, your friend,
KATHRYN GROTON.