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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Apr 30, 1929
Page
1
The city board plans a lengthy session tomorrow to review street widening, property acquisitions, and a new fourth truck driver for a local company. Mayor Culler and City Attorney E J will present a report on expenses and staff appointments, with Cyril Klein set to take office as City Forester and parks superintendent on May 1.
Earl Shelsby's trial for manslaughter and related charges is sent to an Annapolis jury after closing arguments. Defense contends no manslaughter. prosecution denounces the defense view as insufficient to excuse failing to stop and aid after a fatal accident on a foggy county road.
A garbled Washington letter from NEA Service discusses Democratic views on tariffs, publicity strategy, and party dynamics. The artifact hints at internal contrasts between tariff stance and public messaging, mentioning figures like Rod ney and CMS figures, with unclear specifics.
Charles Babbs Jr., son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Hobbs, was bitten five times in the back by a roaming dog while playing near his South Market street home. The German police breed dog, owned by Frank Gaisbert, was captured by police and is under a ten day observation. No rabies suspected though precautions are taken.
In Asland Kentucky near Paintsville, Gideon and his wife and a son were shot to death, and Wallace Hannah died later in hospital from a wound. Police attributed the shootings to whisky and local workers said a fight sparked the tragedy.
A May 6 meeting at Francis Scott Key hotel will launch a membership drive for Automobile Club 10. Baltimore and Washington speakers will outline plans to boost active members and a reward incentive offers a five gallon lubricating oil can per new member recruited. The campaign runs May 6 through August 1 targeting growth from 400 members.
Reports from Camp Alberta and the First Regiment outline preparations for summer training starting July 6, with improvements at multiple camps including new canteen, kitchen, showers, and updated tent floors. Open conferences, services, and an expected large attendance accompany the church gathering led by Rev. J B Rapley and Rev P H Williams.
Prechold New Jersey April 30 Joseph Farruggia goes on trial for murder in a case linked to Neptune High School football star Harold Johnston. Authorities say Farruggio killed Johnston to avenge his daughter's honor after a confrontation at Farruggio's home last October. Prosecutor John J. Quinn cites a prison confession claiming Johnston taunted him before the shooting.
Washington April 30 The Supreme Court mandate under which Harry F Sinclair will be committed to jail for contempt for refusing to answer Senate questions is ready and will be before the court next Monday.
Daughters win race with death in a sequence of boat, plane, and train incidents leading to Mrs Fred EB Jasper and Stella McCord arriving beside their father, apparently after a Baltic voyage and a European peace trip. News notes a political appointment and a perilous journey ending with the family reunion in Newton, Massachusetts.
A terse local note reports a sentence of one year for an offense described as cutting off a cow’s tail. The brief mentions AP dispatches and county court action with minimal detail.
The month end credit stringency eased with the call money rate dropping from 14 to 10 percent, aiding a broad price recovery. Scores of issues gained 3 to nearly 20 points on renewed pool activity and wider demand from small speculators, with total volume near 4.2 million shares.
An Indiana county grand jury did not indict a day agent linked to a woman’s death after a raid. A separate bill was reported for Joseph King, husband of the deceased, while Eugene Bord Fairella was noted among others connected to the incident.
A historical list outlines notaries public and officials, including Maryland figures such as the State Veterinary Board and the State Board of Education, with names like Emory L. Cabletts and R. V. Smith. The document references commissions, appointments, and a note about justice figures.
A broad Serv-U-Save membership drive begins this week across Frederick County and nearby towns. Participating stores include Bittie's Grocery, Cohn's Grocery, J. Clarke Devilbiss, Shull's Meat Market, The People's Store, Long's Store, and many others listed, with county outlets in Brunswick, Urbana, Middletown, and Jefferson.
An AP report notes Gavuzzi claiming an unofficial record in a track or field event. Details are sparse in the fragment, but the claim centers on a performance surpassing prior marks and prompting subsequent verification.
The Frederick Kiwanis Club attended an interclub meeting at Hotel Washington in D C led by O Sam Cummings Kiwanis International president from Kansas City Missouri. He spoke on Does America Need Kiwanis and has traveled over 43 600 miles in the U S and Canada since becoming president last summer. The Washington Kiwanis Club announced it would invite Kiwanis International to hold the 1932 convention in Washington and facilitate local support.
A fragment reports Sister Mary Li leading a ceremony Wednesday at the auxiliary chapel with a bond offering. The Telegraph Company is mentioned with a related financial detail, noting a near amount in a numbered context.
Mt Vernon police say a man confessed to killing his wife after a dispute. He described an argument at their home, a struggle, and a pistol shot, then moved the body wrapped in an overcoat to a remote spot. Frances Murray, 19, is jailed as a material witness and alleged sweetheart of the accused.
A plan to form a permanent men’s organization within the Reformed Church in the United States is to be presented to the General Synod in Indianapolis. W. W. Anspach of Milton chairs the Executive Committee of the General Synod and led the recent Reformed Churchmen’s Congress. The league would unite men from congregations to cooperate in evangelism stewardship and missions.
British government announces intent to follow the Geneva Protocol of 1925 prohibiting use of poison gas. Lord Cuzh dun opens seasonal disarmament talks, with spokesman noting reservations and studies on behalf of Australia, South Africa, and the Irish Free State.
A taxi collides with a parked disabled truck, killing three people and injuring others. Police say the crash happened Sunday near a church, prompting a large funeral and prayers for survivors. Local authorities investigate the cause as relatives mourn.
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