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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Aug 22, 1929
Page
1
A police officer stopped a disturbance when a Black intruder attempted to flee a residence. The suspect was captured soon after entering the home of Thomas and taken into custody without further incident.
Robert Tyler, 22, Negro, caught by Mrs. J Travers Thomas during a home invasion on Rockwell Terrace last night. Police officer Charles Devilbiss apprehended him after a desperate balcony escape attempt, tying him to the scene while neighbors watched.
A power company seeks a Harpers Ferry site for a Potomac River project. The plan, supported by government officials, envisions a major plant with storage dams along the Potomac and its forks. Estimated cost ranges from 50 to 75 million dollars, with a prior survey and court-ordered restraining actions shaping the process.
Le Bourget France August 22 Dieudonne Coste noted aviator had his plane moved from Le Bourget to Villacoublay. Officials cited inability to secure air authorization as the reason for aborting the new flight plan.
County road projects progress with a concrete slab bridge at Cedar Street and Lineboro road work. The state contract totals about 26 009 dollars. The Fern company and local contractors prepare for two more weeks before opening lanes to traffic.
IARECEL SR distribution group reported rainfall totals for the past week with measurements and notes on distribution. The brief mentions rainfall amounts and weather impacts observed during the period.
El Paso Aug 22 The widow of promoter Tex Rickard says she has received 5000 from the estate and little hope of more as claims against the estate mount. A $500000 trust for their daughter Maxine is cited as a distant dream with the Miami Beach house named to collect five percent of amounts owed.
The Bussard family reunion drew over 300 attendees at the park on Wednesday with a program of musical numbers and readings. Opening with Blest Be the Tie That Binds, the event featured Mrs Ruth Bussard, Virginia Bussard, Walter Bussard, and Rev Curfman among speakers and performers, ending with benediction by Rev Delauer and a brief treasury report.
Fire of undetermined origin destroyed a large Funkstown home owned by J. T. Tolbert on Wednesday night. Hagerstown firefighters could not bring water close enough to the flames. The loss amount and details were not yet certain, but estimates around 35,000 were reported. Fire spread rapidly and drew responders from multiple nearby areas.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe an explosion under trolley wheels causing a disturbance. The text mentions dynamite described as detonated or placed, with unclear details about location and outcome. No explicit victims or agencies are clearly identified in the readable portion.
Nb ff boys and girls from Frederick city and county took part in a midweek bicycle parade, starting at J Paul Delphey’s West Patrick Street shop and proceeding to Clarkells bridge along the Monocacy. The event, held three times yearly, drew city police escorts and motorcade, with participants cheering the town units and a display of cam storage rings.
Justice Alan E Bennett presided as the grand jury met in Peoples' court this morning. The case involves Edw law of Pleasant View and two associates charged in an assault that allegedly led to Kent Redmond's death. Prosecutors say Harms and Ris interfered in the incident.
Bid submissions for the Fry Center Stores parcel were received Wednesday as the brokers report the tract’s status. Officials note market activity remains steady with interest from multiple parties seeking the property.
A police chief opened fire on two suspects who fired at him, killing them. Six other individuals were rescued in the incident with no further injuries reported.
In a lively session lawmakers discuss a proposed tariff act with debates focusing on amendments and substitutions. Senator Simmons of North Carolina chairs as ranking minority member planning tomorrow's meeting to map strategy and possible amendments.
Aug 22 Paris reports new parts for the Mercury racer were delayed by buoyancy issues in pontoons. Lieut A Williams and Lieut J R Poppen described the craft as a heavier, safer superdeck. Crew work continued as fumes and oxygen issues caused a test lapse and halted today’s Beall attempt.
Graf Zeppelin slated for trans Pacific voyage from Sugura Japan, but departure postponed as winds remain unfavorable and timing uncertain.
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