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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Aug 22, 1931
Page
10
A joint meeting of the House and Senate committees adjourned on Friday after discussing proposed measures. Officials did not commit to any specific action, and further hearings were not scheduled.
A large gathering is planned at Hood College for a service organized by multiple church class groups. Albert McCardell presided with a committee arranging tours, music, and discussions, aiming to form a permanent federation of men’s classes with cross-denominational participation.
A two Mast Mre-Mghters force battled a forest fire near Placerville Idaho, advancing within half a mile of the town. Winds and heat raised fears as nearby ghost mining towns Queareeure and Grant were already in Seewae, with containment expected by Friday.
Fromburg Aug 21. Gov Hitchie challenged the phrase political colonels used by Dr. Pritchett in a report on regional politicking. The American Legion parade drew thousands with 26 bands. Maryland Legion officers election set for tomorrow and post membership up to 6,000. Articles by W. Harry Haller Jr. on Hitlerism appeared in the Baltimore Sun. A Purina cow demonstration at the Dade farm led to a midsummer dance at the Frederick Cotton Club with guests from multiple cities.
Washington reports an agreement to barter 25 million bushels of Farm Board wheat for 1,050,000 bags of coffee held by Brazil. The deal aims to ease surpluses and support wheat prices, signed at the Brazilian Embassy. Also noted, about 60 percent of Yellowstone visitors are women.
Prohibition agents raided a large operation near dry headquarters uncovering a nearly ready $1,000,000 brewery setup. They found 1,000 gallons of test alcohol from 30,000 pounds of sugar and 15,000 gallons of mash, plus multiple storage tanks and copper vats. Three employees were seized alongside the equipment.
Five people were shot and ten killed in a gun battle reported in New York City streets. The incident involved weapon fire and warnings followed by fatalities. Police searches for suspects and details remain ongoing.
A $4916 payroll robbery in uptown New York led to a fiery chase across the Bronx into Manhattan. Ten people were wounded including four police officers. a 4 year old girl was injured as gunfire sent bystanders ducking for cover. Police guard the scene as suspects flee in a taxi and a taxicab driver and two gunmen are killed in a truck street corner ambush.
London reports an apparent deficit of 120 million pounds though Britain remains a creditor nation. The MacMillan Commission notes underlying finances are healthier than feared, with short-term liabilities down from 302 million to 254 million pounds by 1928. Foreign investments are about 4 billion pounds.
New York dispatches report Governor Roosevelt open to considering a broader inquiry in a Tuesday special session to investigate alleged corruption in upstate Republican enclaves. Hofstadter committee members weighing scope, while Albany presses predict a Republican vote against an extended probe.
Reports recount the Lindberghs aboard the Shimadzu Maru after a long flight to Nemuro. Japanese officials say the plane reached a safe mooring despite fog and rough seas. Mechanic assistance was requested as repairs were needed to the motor to resume the journey.
Baltimore police volunteers will give one day’s pay each month for six months to aid the unemployment relief fund. Commissioner Charles D. Galther cited total police donations at 72,000 dollars. Firefighters will follow with a similar plan and other city workers may contribute to create jobs and ease distress.
Washington reports a group of four to ten midshipmen at the Naval Academy in Annapolis face possible dismissal for misconduct on a European training cruise. Names and specifics withheld. Rear Admiral Hart and Capt. Pope discuss explanations before a dismissal decision.
Governor announces plan to urge Legislature to convene an extraordinary session to extend powers of a special committee investigating the New York administration. He cites distress and unemployment as reasons. About 7,290 hospitals exist in the United States with around 700 in New York.
Two youths are reported dead after a shooting near Merrisetter farm east of Atlas Marrreether. Names listed include Witam Peas and Jace Berven amid a chaotic scene with police and witnesses, while local authorities investigate the fatal incident and potential charges.
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