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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 1928
Page
1
Mayor Culler announced immediate enforcement of two ordinances. Dogs must be muzzled year round with warnings issued. failure could lead to dog takings. Double parking will be stopped with warnings then arrests. Police are to enforce to protect public safety and avoid city liability. The city will meet tonight with routine matters on the agenda.
A national committee meeting fixed a four million dollar minimum for GOP funds with leaders Work Nutt Milbank Fort and Gutterson directing active solicitation to begin soon. Contributors from all sections are expected to be reported as gifts come in. Birth celebration noted for Mrs Summers in Midhettown Valley with family presenting gifts and cake on her eightieth birthday.
Rodney Putcher surveys sharp public quotes since Coolidge era hints at reform. Olvany Littleton Hays Burns meanest quips and schemes, from Tammany to the Senate, with Armstrong and Means in the mix. The piece catalogs notable statements, mocking politicking and party tactics.
Four Spanish airmen began a 45 day around the world flight from Cadiz in a four motor seaplane named Nunonda after three attempts to lift its load. The crew led by pilot Ramon Frances hoped to reach the Azores next then Balifar and New York all en route back to Cadiz in about six weeks.
Four people die when a passenger train collides with an automobile near Charlotte North Carolina reported by AP. The incident follows scattered notices about an extended domestic tragedy and unrelated events including Madrid aviation reports and a law school dean’s death.
Baltimore August 1 AP Legal difficulty will stop George W. Davis paroled Black convict from taking federal bar examinations. Governor Ritchie announced his parole after serving most of a 15 year penitentiary term. Davis studied law by correspondence and seeks the federal test, but officials say his prison record and course fail to meet requirements. John Paul Earnest notes eligibility would bar him. Charles Mickenry Howard doubts Maryland bar rules differ, implying similar barriers.
The twenty first annual Lutheran reunion meets at Bracdoce Heights on Thursday starting 1 pm with a boys band from the Tressler Orphans Home. A business meeting follows and the program continues with hymns prayers a solo and address by Rev E W Hanson of Gettysburg College. The reunion reports 50 Lutheran Sunday Schools with over 6000 enrollments and plans for more than 2000 attendees.
The county health officer reports ongoing smallpox inspection linked to school entry. Vaccination stressed for all children entering Fall classes. Plants in Adamstown Thurmont and Monrovia inspected as bean canning increases foreign worker presence. Pre school clinics planned with Pleasant Grove event on August 15. Dr E C Kefanger to visit Blue Ridge Summit.
In Mexico City a nun, Concepcion Acebedo de la Lata, denied influencing Jose de Leon Toral to kill General Alvaro Obregon. She said she never told anyone deaths of President Calles, Obregon, or Patriarch Perez were needed and she never urged violence, adding she would not have thought Toral capable of killing.
The city reports growing numbers of cars with Maryland tags from nearby states. On North Market Street and South Court Street, several vehicles from Virginia Alabama Florida New York stop in the free parking areas. Some Maryland plates may belong to travelers rather than locals, suggesting longer stays or tours.
At Lock No 6 of the Welland Canal near St Catherine Ontario the steel gate collapsed injuring several workers. About 40 men were present when the disaster struck around noon. Two workers died and others were seriously injured as cranes were handling heavy components.
Fragmentary notice indicates a Smith related schedule adjustment for an August 1 event within York. Aimed at broadcast timing, the delay suggests a broader radio reach and ceremony rescheduling.
John J. Shank of Waynesboro spoke at the Frederick Rotary Club luncheon on the history and development of chemistry from alchemical times to the present day. He noted the alchemist’s groundwork, discussed notable chemists, and described modern chemical deduction and daily life applications.
Baltimore report notes Secretary of State Winebrenner lacks authority to grant rolling permits. Tudor Alex seeks to move a barrel route from Buffalo to Miami this fall with state crossing assurances. Chief Inspector Henry warns Baltimore police would intervene if order is violated.
A flood along the Amur River leaves about 36,000 people homeless as waters rise threatening homes across the Sibesta region. Local authorities urge evacuation and provide emergency aid, with relief centers set up for displaced families.
Market advances with strong broad gains as traders push indices higher. Trading volume reaches about 12 million shares as several sectors rise and financial issues lead the up move.
About 1,100 Henly organized mechanized troops travel from Fort Leonard Wood to Gettysburg in three sections, with 200 trucks and armored cars, high speed tanks and motorcycles, to practice wartime maneuvers en route to Westminster and Littlestown. Engineers surveyed bridges and roads, nine armored cars patrolled the column, and a new motor bus supported the staff in camp.
In Lawrenceville, Illinois near Vincennes, an oil explosion at the Indian Refining Company plant injured between 40 and 50 workers. Four are in serious condition. 36 were hospitalized after first aid at the plant hospital. Foreman Lewis Hensiey was among the most seriously burned.
Rain at Camp Ritchie disrupts rifle ranges and parade grounds as state guardsmen from across Maryland gather for drills and talks. Counties such as Washington and Hancock report refuge acreages and unit encampments with varied weather impact on training activities.
The Indians have kept Roger Peckinpaugh as manager for the 1978 season at the Cimeland Club under owner Mee. Indications suggest a stronger club ahead, with hopes of improving the team by integrating promising youngsters and maintaining a competitive edge in the American Race.
Percy Williams of Canada won the 200 meter title after also taking the 100, defeating U S athletes in both sprint finals. Sidney Atkinson of South Africa claimed the 110 meter crown as Anwer and other Americans failed to defend. Lloyd Hahn exited the 1,800 meter trials as the U S faced several losses in track and fencing preliminaries.
Astronomers note two full moons in August with the first on the month’s start and a second on August 30. The article explains lunar phases, the full moon appearance, and historical myths about the man in the moon, along with Galileo’s telescope finding that lunar features are mountains and plains.
A case before Justice Alten concerns an accident where a Royer machine axle bent and the rod then damaged a fender. The operator lacked a card in his possession and was fined $5 with costs. Hayter also faced fines and costs.
Frederick County Board of Education reviews building program for city and county schools including a western city elementary, Walkersville projects, New Midway and Paxville work. A Walkersville High School auditorium contract was let to L Culler with heating to Archie Fisher. Final plans for New Midway four room addition and other upgrades were approved. several teacher resignations noted and new appointments to be announced next week.
Four Frederick city playgrounds stage an open air circus near the bandstand at three o’clock Friday evening. Superviser Mrs Hann announced that boys and girls from all four playgrounds will perform including pyramid building tumbling and various stunts with prizes for the top three performers. Parents and the public are expected to attend as interest grows.
Governor Smith invites George Peek to breakfast in New York to discuss the sericultural situation and the farm plank. Peek, a Republican, has advised Frank Lowden and is meeting Democratic executives on Hoover candidacy. Also notes a divorce and unrelated trial details from the same item.
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