Houck Suit 10 Recovers 73303 Begins in Court
The Houck suit opens with testimony recounting a complex money trail. Judee Willard testifies about funds recovered from misappropriations involving family and bank accounts from 1919 to 1942.
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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1936
Page
1
The Houck suit opens with testimony recounting a complex money trail. Judee Willard testifies about funds recovered from misappropriations involving family and bank accounts from 1919 to 1942.
Fragmentary text mentions Spain Europe NEP field, President Roosevelt, and inquiries about military or political stance. Names appear garbled. topic hints at U S policy or assessment of events abroad with references to Porto, Chatigny, and ranks, but details are unreadable.
Frederick County rural women prepare for their annual picnic at Braddock Heights next Tuesday under Miss Florence Williams. Pots of sponge and chocolate cake will be judged by Potomac Edison representatives who provide prizes, with a noon luncheon and a park recreation program. Organizers include Mrs E East1emsbore and others, with a county meeting at the YMCA the following Thursday to plan future demonstrations.
New York on August 18 CAP The temper of the stock market improved today as several previously sulky issues showed cheerier tendencies. While the overall volume remained light many small and mid cap names edged fractionally higher with minor buyers placing small orders. Most stocks opened near unchanged with some sectors slightly firmer.
Weather data shows no precipitation for Inday-none past 28 hours. Average date 63 inches of rainfall logged. partial, inconsistent values appear elsewhere. Temperature trends compare with year ago figures, noting high and low shifts and notable rainfall notes.
State health department tests show no pollution in city water. Officials confirm supply is safe for drinking and municipal use after routine sampling.
Local reports describe sediment in taps and a sour taste in drinking water. Officials says rust from aging pipes and temporary neglect by consumers caused the change, while tests show no bacteria. The city engineers promise investigations and corrective actions.
Winier Jason, a colored individual, was arrested by State Officer W. K. May on a hit and run charge after an August accident on Liberty road. Beall and Tarby were involved. Beall’s car suffered side damage but no injuries. An investigation followed, with Jason to appear in New Market tonight.
The article notes A Baler’s birthday honored by the community and school staff. A ceremony occurred Sunday morning with speeches and tributes, including a birthday cake and thanks to staff and students for their attendance. The scene reflects a respectful, traditional school observance.
The property of Roland Lang and Lana Doe was seized and sold at sheriff sale this morning. Baymield Wo Pye acted as the auctioneer and sold the improved part for fourpence while the remainder was appraised and sold, with a frame description noted.
Promoter James J. Braddock announced the scheduled bout with Max Schmeling is canceled after Braddock enters New York hospital for an operation. The boxing commission will review the deferral as Braddock faces recovery and possible future plans.
A man reported being beaten and robbed of about $100 by assailants after a confrontation to prevent him from leaving in a car. He described being forced into submission, struck on the head, and bound for a location before a bystander intervened. The suspect drove away in the victim’s car toward a police headquarters.
A fragmented report describes a chaotic driving display in the city, noting widespread errors and dangerous maneuvers. Local observers and officials commented on unsafe behavior and potential hazards created by several drivers during the event.
The report outlines investigations into alleged violations of state auto law amid New Deal era policy debates. Officials discuss enforcement actions, potential penalties, and the impact on workers relying on government programs for jobs and welfare. The article notes sentencing considerations and credits government agencies for oversight, with references to public programs and labor conditions.
A garbled OCR line contains mixed letters and phrases about a Thursday plan and feeder counts. The readable parts mention dates, places, and numbers but overall lacks coherent events or identifiable entities for a solid summary.
A chaotic wartime style report details the death of a pilot and a mechanic in Ware Gates. It mentions unrelated names and distorted phrases but centers on a fatal incident and subsequent labor and safety concerns across the operation.
A garbled OCR item describes a suspect surrendering on a perjury charge amid chaotic details. The piece mentions individuals and places in unclear sequence, referencing a heart attack, police action, and a park scene. Names and specifics are obscured, but the core fact is surrender on perjury charges followed by unsettled questions about proceedings.
Ling drove the flank into the heart of a defense as armored cars engaged near the center. The crowd faced a shock as the Blues pressed the attackers, provoking a tense moment and prompting authorities to secure the area.
A chaotic protest at a Pittsburgh area plant drew about 300 farm workers and others to block entry. They pelted cars, shattered a windshield, and clashed with authorities as lines of trucks and equipment were blocked by the crowd, threatening production and signaling tense labor actions nearby.
A garbled item notes weights with Louis reported heavier than Sharkey by about two and a half pounds. The fragmentary text mentions a boat and date-like terms but lacks clear names, places, or outcomes to confirm additional facts or context.
Members from Hartard county attend a Threeaday earn berg conch fed thes week at Tie Moexs. The event involves city action store teachers and noted figures Ty Vernon, Arthur Mo Anhalt, and others, with planning sessions starting Monday and continuing through the week.
A letter from Cloveroy Harry WW mentions a warning about a prominent figure tied to a peace effort. The document references events, locations, and a community meeting setting, signaling concern over a past incident and its possible impact on local governance.
Rebel forces claim control of much of Spain as government mobilizes volunteers aged 25 to 40. Naval bombardment targets San Sebastian sectors. Madrid fears a desperate drive to break rebel hold. Ambassadors report a temporary hotel arrangement in Memhaye amid shifting fronts and official communiques noting two thirds of Spain under rebel influence.
Two Rang hoata were crippled by a gale along the California coast today with one vessel limping back to port after the storm broke. Officials reported damage and crews signaling distress as they rode out the high seas and heavy wind.
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