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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 1936
Page
1
The Linganore water plant is now operating at full capacity. Officials say operations are currently running at maximum output to meet demand as maintenance continues on other facilities.
The report notes Fishing Creek dam water fell five feet to a thirty five foot depth, with the Linganore pumping plant supporting the city supply. Two pumps provide 2,000,000 and 7,000,000 gallon capacities, totaling 3,000,000 gallons daily filter limit 2,900,000, with emergency pumping possible for about 1.5 hours at peak.
John Woolen appointed principal of Sykesville High School to succeed Samuel M. Jenness who becomes assistant to the Carroll County superintendent and vice principal of Westminster High School. Woolen, AR graduate of Western Maryland College, earned his master's from Columbia in 1932 and taught at Mt. Airy High School from 1927 to 1931 before serving as Tanrytown High principal.
Mayo Clinic bulletin reports Governor Floyd B. Olson in weaker condition with abdominal ailment and recurring pains. Temperature up by one degree noted as he remains under care. progress uncertain and health update provides limited detail.
Weather data shows 24 hour precipitation none. August to date 63 Inches. Temperature last night 64. Moon set tomorrow 9 15 pm. Conditions noted as monoracy mindy at Michaele MGI near Racks eytoan with muddy roads on Maryland ride at Point of Rocky.
In Washington Republicans attack Landon as the path to a safer future while Democrats tout Roosevelt's experience. Critics emphasize the threat of war and Spain, while supporters argue Roosevelt's neutrality stance and leadership prove stronger for facing future tensions.
The Delphey family dog Burke reportedly wandered near their home on a Friday night around 9 and was struck by a car. The incident left the pet severely injured and the owners seeking medical help and updates on his condition.
The report outlines improvements for fire houses with new assists and funding from U S aid. A social room is planned also for the juniors as part of the western expansion near Carroll Park Way. The mayor notes Meager expansion will aid locating new equipment in the area.
About 60 handicraft pieces were displayed Thursday evening at the Fisher Street playground under Mrs Virginia Weldman. Winners included Frances Jones, Evelyn Elliott, Roy Nusz, Catherine Andrews, and Jean Andrews in categories like spool knitting embroidery crochet and drawing.
European war fears weighed on the New York stock market with prices slipping one to three points across many issues. The ticker fell as much as a minute behind trades while traders and divers chased preferred stocks at near prices. By afternoon the decline eased but many leaders remained under pressure as currency, metals, and foreign exchange moved with mixed results.
Jadee Duer Hone but his leg is in a cast. Robert F. P. Duer, chairman of the State Cor mation Commission, is recuperating at his home in Princess Anne after injuries from a car crash near Grasonville on August 6. His left kneecap was fractured in the accident. The headline text is garbled but indicates the same event and location.
A wedding notice records the marriage of Mrs Clark and Mr Buck at New Market with details of attendees and officiant, noting local community ties and church involvement.
A chaotic European scene tracks fascist and communist forces amid the Spanish Civil War. Reports describe arms flows from Germany Italy and France while public opinion sways between intervention and neutrality. News notes pressure on Spain's Popular Front government and warning echoes across France as foreign powers weigh involvement.
General Craig reviews 10 000 of the 29th Division amid a vast parade. Maj Gen Milton A Perkard led officers from Maryland Virginia District of Columbia and Pennsylvania as spectators gathered for a critical event in the Army rankings.
Presidential rivals Roosevelt and Landon will meet September 1 in a drouth era conference. A Midwest executive delegation plans discussions in Omaha and Hannibal with Gov. Horace R. and Gov. Landon to accept a joint conference agenda.
The Predesea County 4H Senior Council hosted its annual camp fire on a Wednesday evening at Elizabeth Times residence west of Predep. A roast and games entertained seven members and many attendees. Names listed include George CooBtavailer as president and Allen Compher among others, with a candle night and a National China toast concluding the event.
Fragmentary OCR text from a 20th century news page references Kentucky and Tennessee topics with vague mentions of demonstrations and canning notes. Many words are garbled, obscuring clear names, dates, places, or concrete actions.
Court records allege the Black Legion head is indicted on multiple counts including kidnapping and related conspiracy. The defendant faces possible life imprisonment or heavier penalties, with co-defendants identified in the indictment and linked to planning and execution of abduction schemes at a national level.
Governor Smith and supporters staged a morning rally in Des Moines as Landon began his Iowa campaign. Dazed by a drought and political tension, his remarks touched on federal aid and agricultural relief while crowds gathered along the tracks. The Landon train paused in Ames before heading toward Pennsylvania and New York.
A largely attended 4-H meeting at the Walkersville club reviewed plans for the year and announced officer changes. Elizabeth Shaner and Virginia Monshaur stepped into leadership as Trout and others moved to new roles. December clothing project plans and future meeting dates were set with Dorothy Mercer as chair.
The third robbery in three weeks targets Hood College. Police investigated at Willams Observatory where two workers plus superintendent John Geerich were present during wax floor work. A butcher knife like one found at Dr Stabe’s home appeared in the observatory.
Marth Moore admitted on the witness stand that he confessed to beating Helen Clevenger in her hotel room after claiming a man from New York threatened to beat him to death. Prosecutors pressed for the death chamber fate as the case proceeds toward trial.
Fragmentary report notes Knox May slated to speak in Baltimore during October. The item mentions Roger Hean State Central Committee figures and a tentative schedule with references to party activities and speakers.
The Illinois Michigan Eastern Time dispute was blocked by the Interstate Commerce Commission. The commission standardized time for the lower Michigan peninsula, rejecting Chicago’s bid and citing lack of state basis.
A misread tale describes a plot involving Arabia Nights as a cipher used between Russia and a coalition partner. It recounts a trial of fourteen forged platters and a prisoner named Pixaat Stomtonavieh WYemanm who testified as Tate man before T. Smenatt of the Maseny Trotekgiicn and Sree ONT, with Leon Trotpere commenting on the case.
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