Frederick Maryland PWA WPA clash over sewer project funds
Washington August 18 Frederick Maryland faces a bitter dispute over a sewer project with a clear line drawn between PWA and WPA funding. Hopkins and Ickes insist no withdrawal from PWA application for 452000 to seek WPA funds, while Dryden disputing advice and Mackall faces a publicWorks Administration job refu lsal amid ongoing political clashes. In Hagerstown a 19 year old, Samuel Morris, is being held as police investigate the drowning of 16 year old George L Jonas after luring him into an abandoned quarry. Warran Watson witnessed the events and was unable to help.
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Hagerstown
Price
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George L Jonas
Tye Fay
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Johns
Warran Watson
Watson
Hopson Tries Influence to Change Editorial Policy
Howard C. Hopson testified before the Senate lobby committee describing efforts to sway newspapers to support a public utility bill. He cited attempts to influence the New York Times and other papers owned by the Howard chain, arguing editorials harmed public welfare. He described pressure to have papers oppose the utility bill amid a hostile reception from journalists.
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Lightning Burns Barn North of Taneytown
A stone and frame barn on the Baumgardner farm four miles north of Taneytown was destroyed by fire struck by lightning during a thunderstorm around 4 30 pm Thursday. The barn was unattended when flames ignited and two outbuildings burned as well as twelve tons of hay and harness. Damages total about 2000 dollars with partial insurance. the wheat crop nearby was not endangered. The Forneys occupied the farm on the Keysville Bridge Park road and discovered the blaze when neighbors alerted the Taneytown Fire Company.
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Keysville-Bridgepark Road
Hay Fever Here in August Season Opens
Baltimore reports the hay fever season starts with Dr. Leslie N. Gay of Johns Hopkins noting one percent of Americans suffer this ailment and most inherit it. He says ragweed peaks in August and September causing six months of misery and offers three remedies including travel to Europe, seeking high altitudes, or simply enduring.
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Leslie N. Gay
Johns Hopkins Medical School
United States
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Senate Passes Wealth Tax Bill Amid Push for Adjournment
Washington reports the wealth tax bill sailed through the Senate 52 to 22 despite opposition from Sen. La Follette and allies. The measure would raise about 250 million dollars from high incomes, large corporations, estates, and gifts and faces House action with amendments seen as potential hurdles.
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Georgia
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Rhode Island
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Oklahoma
Schubert on Austrian stamps recalls youthful genius
The article notes Franz Peter Schubert died at 31 after a prolific 18 years, composing over 600 works and drawing lyrics from more than 100 writers including Goethe. It highlights his role in shaping the musical song and mentions his portrait on a 1922 Austrian stamp among six grandees.
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Egyptian Stamp Features The Great Pyramid Wonder
A recent Egyptian stamp issue highlights one of the world’s seven wonders the Great Pyramid at Giza. The issuance spotlights ancient Egypt’s architectural achievement and promotes cultural heritage to stamp collectors and the public alike.
Legislation Aimed at Strengthening Farm Program Sent
Congress sent to the White House a bill to bolster the new deal farm program against legal challenges and tighten price efforts. The measure would grant the Agriculture Secretary greater power to keep farm prices in parity with non agricultural goods and ensure the program meets constitutional standards.
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Italy Presses Occupation Demand At Peace Talks
Pompeo Aloisi head of the Italian delegation told Anthony Eden that Italy seeks occupation of Ethiopia as a condition for a peaceful settlement. He said Mussolini would insist on enforcing economic privileges and would reject British concessions unless Ethiopia complies.
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Young Republican Picnic Sparks Nice for President Talk
Tolchester Maryland August 18 The Young Republican League of Maryland plans a large picnic to boost Nice for President with backers from the state. Two years ago Nice announced his gubernatorial bid from this location and may officially launch a candidacy at the event. The governor is away on travel but key Maryland supporters are expected.
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