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Location

Frederick, Maryland, United States of America

Date

Aug 13, 1929

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Immunization drive urged for Point of Rocks children

Health officials announce a state law requiring vaccination before school enrollment and plan an August 19 immunization event at the Point of Rocks schoolhouse. Dr. Kefauver and Dr. Beatson lead the effort to immunize children under 12 against diphtheria and typhoid, with broader calls to prevent rabies, tetanus, and other diseases.

Thuy Porn of Rocks Patos of Rocks Point of Rocks School House EC. Kefanver Caldren Adamstown T. Circle Beatson Buckerstown Point of Rocks Kefeuver New York State Frederick County Kefauver Maryland Baltimore City Montovia Washington County Hagerstown E C. Kefauver Robert Rilsey Maryland State Health Department C. E. Waller U.S. Publc Health Service Washingtea Dr. Riley

Ree Emerges Fikay Willem Bitely Birthday Tribute

An 79th birthday observance for Fikay Willem Bitely in Hagerstown area with family dinners at the Beely home near Frederik and mentions of Mr. Brely linked to local churches and civic figures. The notice references community events at the Evangelical Reformed church and notes relatives including Rev. Dr. H L Keeffe.

Willem Bitely Beely North Maz Near F. Cxushier Birety Brely Hagetstown Frederik Ran Ana Miz Berety Alderman G Men's Bible Ci Evangelical Reformed Church Burnday Servedt Sef Hagerstoan HL. G. Keeffe

Rockville Plans Suburban Water Supply Upgrade

At a conference in Waring, officials including Mayor Spates and Councilman Clagett discussed Rockville water mains and potential suburban supply. The commission's engineer Mr. Moore and Secretary J. Darby Bowen noted questions about charter limits and possible state legislative authority before proceeding with new water purchases.

Waring Mar Roger Spates Counciimen Joseph L. Clagett Stedman Preasent H. Worttgsoe Talbot J. Pat Broset T. Howart Duckes Bexy HO Baker Donald Clagett Mr. Moore J. Darby Bowen

Rockville Fair Schedules 15 Running Races at Montgomery Co Show

At the 76th Montgomery County Fair in Rockville Maryland on August 20 22 23 and 24 the horse and pony show includes 15 running races with purses totaling 2775. Events span half mile six furlong and mile distances with prizes from 100 to 250 under Maryland Jockey Club rules and no entry fees.

Rockville Montgomery County Agriculture Society Race Committee Tne Waters Joel W. Brow Harvey J. Harris Maryland Jockey Club

Hotel Braddock ruins smoulder after devastating fire

The Hotel Braddock on the mountain top burned Monday, leaving only stone walls as the frame collapsed. Firefighters and investigators later reported the ruins continuing to smoulder with guards on site and residents from Frederick and nearby towns visiting the scene.

Braddock Frederick William Smith Mast Independent Hose Company

Young Seeks Parole From Term IV Prison

Syivester L. V. Young, former lawyer and real estate man of Hagerstown, serving seven years for embezzling about 200000, filed parole with Ambrose J. Kennedy, State Parole Commissioner. Once owner of a Frederick garage, he ran as a Maryland gubernatorial candidate years ago. His parole request will be considered Wednesday by the commission.

Syivester L. V. Young Hagerstown Ambrose J. Kennedy Tove Young Frederick Nouns Onot Sotiauepany Marland Inter

Notable Rise and Variability in School Enrolment

An official State Department of Education notice reports enrollment climbed from 81,000 in September to 103,600 in December, then fell to 99,000 in May. absenteeism due to illness and rural multi-grade teaching complicate attendance, with many 13 to 16 year olds in agricultural areas attending fewer than 100 days.

State Department of Education Winess

Men Held in 20000 Bond for Defrauding Physician

Two men were jailed on $20,000 bond on charges of defrauding Fort Wayne physician Dr. M. F. Schick of about 1760000 in a California desert land scheme linked to the Boulder Dam project. Promoters W. L. Irvin and L. C. Connor allegedly urged irrigation profits, later claiming the land offered no benefits and the sale was misrepresented.

Chicago Fort Wayne Ind California Boulder Dam W. L. Irvin L. C. Connor M. F. Schick

Unidentified Vessel Sinks After Collision Near Cape Rocca

Lisbon report says the Spanish merchant ship Bo collided at dawn with an unidentified vessel four miles off Cape Rocca. The other ship sank immediately with presumed all hands. Bo suffered damage but searched the area without success.

Lisbon Portugal Cape Rocca

Leading Bacteriologist Meade Bouton Dies in New York Home

Meade Bouton, 73, a renowned bacteriologist and longtime Johns Hopkins professor, died at his New York home. Born in Virginia, he earned his medical degree and taught at Johns Hopkins, the University of Missouri, St Louis University, and other institutions since 1925.

New York En Lork U. 3 Stel Common Hig A. Va Johns Hopkins Medical Collezgz University of Missour St Lous University

Man Reported Killed in Explosions at California Refinery

An explosion at a San Pedro refinery caused one man to be killed and five others to be believed burned. The victim was identified as Perron. Authorities continued to assess the extent of the blaze and injuries as rescue efforts continued at the plant.

Explos San Pedro Cal

Air Racer Tests Resume Amid Clearing Weather at Annapolis

Annapolis Aug 130 AP Clearing weather at the Naval Academy suggested Lieutenant Alford J Williams might resume test flights of his Mercury Racer. Academy officials unavailable for comment, but aviation section sources said a test flight off Kent Island was being considered.

Annapolis Alford J. Willams Sary Fiver Naval Academy Wiliams Academy Aviaon Kent Island

Record making engine ends long endurance run

In Kansas City on August 13 locomotive No 4113 which held the world endurance record concluded a 225 day 7350 mile run with the engine reported in good condition. The prior record stood at 3500 miles after the engine was fired in Kansas City and pulled freight between Kansas City and Birmingham Alabama with boiler work and repairs during the journey. Officials noted the engine would undergo federal inspection in a shop.

Kansas City St. Louis San Francisco Birmingham Ala U.S

Big Family Reunion Draws 125 Relatives in Woodfield Area

In Woodfield near the home of Mr and Mrs EG Ward a large reunion of the Inte Mr and Mrs Seite L Ring descendants gathered for Mas day before her marriage to Miss Burdette. About 125 people from Washington Baltimore Montgomery and nearby counties enjoyed games and noon feast. Reverend Holtman led prayer and hymn before Junction meal. Prominent attendees listed include Burdette and King families from Gaithersburg Rockville Clarksburg and Damascus among others.

Washington Baltimore Montgomery Wiliam‘ ML. Holtman Keyser W.va Laytonsvillé Methodilst Episcopal Church Willam Sicndson Paul Brown Annie Ogle Gertrude Burdette Wills B Burdette George Ray Rockville Henry Flock Hagerstown Herbert Burdette Perry Burdestis Wills Burdette Deeis Warfield Hazel Burdette Byrd Butler Ray Hilton Kenneth Burdette Otis Watkins Perry Burdette Mount A Norman B. Jacobs Mary Jacobs Gaithersburg Willam M. Hoffman Russell Iain Ward Milon Burdette Hazel Jacobs Mary Johnson Julia m King Mabel King Russell King William Purdum James Purdum Moss Evelyn Purdum Clarksburg Maurice Watkins William Watkins Purdum Linthicum Julia Beall Barry Bea George Hattkins Jean Burdette Eleanor Hawkins Norman Burdette Raymond King Marjorie Hing Cromereil King Aira James Burdette James King Woodfield John Burdette Wiliam Warfield Damascus

Lindberghs Arrive in Cleveland for Visit

Unclear text describes the Lindberghs arriving in Cleveland for a visit. Fragment mentions Gaz and stream condition with scattered terms about Petomas Moxos and meat. No coherent events or dates are established.

Lindberghs Cleveland

Scout Jamboree Ends in England at Arrowe Park

Tens of thousands of boys left Arrowe Park England after the great World Scout Jamboree closing. About 50 000 youths from nearly 50 countries waved farewell. Chief Scout’s message called the symbol of peace a golden arrow and urged ambassadors of peace as they return home. The next jamboree will be in 1933 at a later site.

Arrowe Park England Lapewell Northlands Southlands Eastlands Westlands

American Attacked by Unknown Englishman in Mayfair

Philip Eaton, an American visitor, was taken to hospital in dangerous condition after a savage attack in his flat in London s Mayfair district. Police cited one man as the attacker, while Eaton said he invited an unknown man inside for a drink before the assault occurred. The attack remains under investigation with few additional details available.

London Philip Eaton Mayfair Eaton Corland Yard

Appointment of Alpert C. Williams to Farm Loan Board

President Hever appointed Alpert C. Williams of Texas as a member of the Federal Farm Loan Board. Appointment announced from Washington on August 3.

Washington Alpert C. Wiliams Texas Federal Farm Loan Board Hever

Frederick Papers Would Do Credit 16 City of 184 000

Frederick Papers would do credit 16 city of 184,000. Aten B Carty, specialist of the Government T3EG as an certain: phasts of te have speck ths latter foiews. SnSSts cracitad' Srreesely.

Frederick Aten Carty

Street Car Strike Triggers Further Clashes

An ongoing street car strike sparks renewed fighting as workers and supporters clash with authorities. Witnesses report scattered scuffles near depots and demonstrations escalating tensions in the city. No injuries confirmed, but police maintain control as protests continue.

De Molay Memorial Services Set After Death Anniversary

De Molay members plan memorial services and a wreath laying at Mt Dietermerery to mark the first anniversary of the death of Ralph Warchlme. The Alumni Chapter honors late Mr. Warchlme with Ralph W. Marsh as Master Councilor and Harry Schroeder as Advisor. Russell Su chacl presides as Alumni Chapter president.

Onser Co Okay Ake Arave Dietermerery de Molay Aapiser Aerviers Mem Atumal Rie Ote Raedee Molwy Brederick

Gaithersburg Groups Plan Joint Outing

The Gaithersburg Chamber of Commerce and the Gaithersburg Washington Grove Volunteer Fire Department plan a joint outing at Chapel Point on Wednesday. The event aims to attract a large turnout from Gaithersburg Washington Grove and Montgomery County with bathing, fishing, dancing, baseball and other games.

Gathersburg Wiliam 0. Barnett Joseph Brake George P. Reber Gartner Jacobs Barnett Chamber of Commerce Fire Department Gaithersburg

Negro Arrested For Two Year Old Murder In Greenville

Blair Rook, a Black man, held in jail on a charge of shooting and killing Sheri Sam D. Willis two years ago after promises of $500 from local white men the killer would be paid. Sheriff Cliff Bramslett said more arrests were coming and that one suspect is a public figure. Willis was killed June 11, 1927. his wife and deputy were later acquitted.

Greenville S.C Blair Rook Sheri Sam D. Willis Sherif Cliff Bramslett Willis Henry Torr

Fifteen Arrested for Riding on Fresh Concrete

AP report states Movorists of concrete were stopped as they rode on fresh concrete laid by road workers. State Road Commission and State Police oversee the enforcement, with officials setting safety standards on the boulevard.

Kween State Road Commission

Early Evacuation of Rhine Possible

Fragmentary note mentions an evacuation related to Rhine events with uncertain details. Close reading suggests possible plans or speculation about moving people or assets, but specifics are unclear.

Rhine

Mayor Culler Urges Water Conservation Amid Drought

Mayor Culler warns of low water supply and urges saving water by avoiding lawn sprinkling and unnecessary use. Weather predicts potential rain, but showers are minor and drought persists. A new ten inch pipe from Frederick to Fishing Creek is being laid, with 2,000 feet shipped from Alabama and more expected within two weeks to advance the project.

Lloyd C. Culler Cic Maser Culler Frederick Fishing Wits ES. Maxwell United States Cast Erem Pipe Company Hillingham Alabama

Three Pullman Cars Overturn In Wreck Near Pueblo

Three Pullman cars overturned and three derailed when baggage car trucks broke on Santa Fe Train No. 4 en route to Chicago. Passengers were jostled but none seriously hurt. Relieved by a train from Missouri Pacific and continued to Chicago.

Pueblo Col Santa Fe Chicago Here Trec Missouri Pacific

Graf Departs for Tokyo on World Cruise

AP report from Friedrichshafen notes the Oral Zeppelin will depart Thursday morning for Tokyo as the second leg of a round the world cruise. In other city news Prof George H Emmans has become organist at Grape Reformed Church effective immediately.

Friedrichshafen Germany Zeppelin Tokyo George H. Emmans Grape Reformed Church Effectiv Chalmer W. Wack Gacese Oo Ashieeon D.C Perenory of Music Baltes

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