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Frederick, Maryland, United States of America

Date

Aug 28, 1926

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Election Board Hard at Work on Primary Ticket

Frederick county election officials have begun preparations for the September 14 primary. The Board of Supervisors of Elections announced a 306 member workforce across 61 precincts in 26 districts, with registration day set for September 7. There are hundreds of unregistered qualified voters, and Democrats and Republicans anticipate gains. By September 3 a copy of the ballots will be printed in newspapers, with 133 candidates vying for 19 offices.

Board of Supervisors of Elections Frederick County

Local Dentists Attend Seventh International Dental Congress

Four Frederick dentists joined twelve thousand peers from forty one nations at the Seventh International Dental Congress in Philadelphia. The event, lasting Monday through Friday, featured extensive clinics and tours to Atlantic City and the Sesqui-Centennial Exposition, marking significant progress since the 1914 London meeting.

Frederick Philadelphia T. Lnader A. A. Radcliff D. G. Everhart W. E. Trail London England Europe King George Atlantic City

Marines and sailors land in Nicaragua amid revolt threat

Two hundred American sailors and marines landed from the cruiser Galveston at Bluefields Nicaragua to protect foreign life and property after a Nicaraguan government forces retreat left Bluefields exposed. Reports from American officials say rebels nearby threaten the town as they march toward Bluefields.

Washington ,Tus Galveston Pinefielde Nicaragua Bluefieldis F.al Sontees Binefields

Negro Woman Jailed for Theft of Watch

A wrist watch allegedly stolen last June was recovered by Deputy Sheriff Horace Radcliffe and Mark Jenkins, 28, in Brewer's alley. The woman, identified as a suspect by Alice Ambush, was remanded to jail in default of 200 bond after a Police Court hearing before Justice Guy K. Motter to await grand jury action. The watch, stolen at Bartonsville, had been sought since June. the suspect seen wearing it at a local canning factory was arrested, and jeweler records confirmed the purchase.

Horace Radcliffe Mark Jenkins Brewer's Alley Guy K. Motter Alice Ambush Bartonsville Jenkins

Woman swimmer Clemington Corson finishes English Channel

Dover Aug 28 AP Mrs Clemington Corson of New York mother of two swam the English Channel in 15 hours 28 minutes becoming the second woman to do so Gertrude Ederle set the first record 14 hours 31 minutes on Aug 6 Corson swam about 50 miles aided by tide and was pursued briefly by English swimmer Frank Perks who quit near the coast crowds welcomed her at Shakespeare Cliff and at the sea baths.

Dover England Clemington Corson New York Corson Gertrude Ederle Ederle Frank Perks Philadelphia John Rodgers Washington Philadelphia Navy Yard New Jersey Samuel J. Schultz Havre de Grace Rodgers Archange Pacific Ocean John Navy Meige Schultz Schultzs

Woodcock to Speak at Frederick County Law and Order Meet

United States District Attorney Amos W. Woodcock will speak at a Law and Order League meeting in Rocky Ridge on Sunday evening September 5. Jesse P. King and M. O. Sawyer organized the event, expected to draw a large crowd as the league expands across Frederick County with further mass meetings planned in Johnsville Woodsboro Urbana Braddock Heights and Frederick.

United States Amos W. W. Woodcock Frederick County Law and Order League Rocky Ridge Jesse P. King Ridgeville M. O. Sawyer League For Thurmont Law and Order League Frederick County Lawland Order League Pres Went King Tearre Johnsville Woodsboro Urbana Braddock Heights Frederick League

Krishnamurti Entered Chicago Amid Theosophist Welcomes

Jiddu Krishnamurti and Mrs Annie Besant arrived in Chicago after a New York train journey. Followers lined the La Salle Street concourse beneath flower strewn arches while crowds pressed forward to greet the controversial founder of a new world religion.

Chicago la Salle Short Station Jiddu Krishnamurti Br Theosophy Besant

Plan to Popularize the American Creed at Maryland event

The Maryland Society Sons of the American Revolution hosts a September 17 Constitution Day banquet in Frederick with William Tyler Page author of the Creed as guest of honor. A Lafayette marker bronze work is completed for a National Highway boulder to be unveiled at 4 PM, followed by a D A R reception at 5 PM and a reception for Page.

United States William Tyler Page National House of Representatives Maryland State Society Sons of the American Revolution Francis Scott Key Page Frederick North State Society Lafayette Maryland Society Charles W. Ross Eleanor Murdoch Johnson

State Official Visit To Fredonia Council No. 46

State Councilor Cecil Craig led a visit with state officers including Treasurer Falk and Examin er Phreeger at Fredonia Council No 46. He urged council cooperation, church involvement, and increased membership while praising duty to the flag and three guiding principles. The party plans further tours before October and returned from a European trip aboard the Zeeland.

Fredonia Council Order United American Men Cecil Craig Principio Furnace Cecil County John W. Falk Clarence M. Phreeger Ira M. Wites Craig John F. Oland Naonal Council State Counilor Falkira M. Wiles Charles A. Sands George. M. Shufter Jacob L. Engelbrecht Lester Fadmer Vietors Harms Nifonal Coun Francis Lestt

Brewer's Alley Bridge Construction Rivers Forward in Frederick

Work began today on a new bridge over Carroll Creek in Brewer's Alley Frederick the project split into three structures with a 30 by 40 feet East Patrick Street bridge to replace the current span a concrete steel design with a 40 foot driveway and sidewalks four lamp posts and electric lights at the corners to enhance the eastern Frederick entrance. A temporary 18 foot wooden bridge will serve traffic during construction with a 10 man crew growing to 30 to 35 and lumber arriving for the temporary span while costs are shared by the city and state.

Carroll Creek Brewer's Alley Frederick M. J. Grove Lime Company M. Harrison Clarksburg W. Va East Patrick Street East Patrick Bridge East Patrick Str

16 Additional Jurors Selected for September Term

Chief Judge Hammond Arnet and Associate Judge Glenn H. Worthington announced 16 replacement jurors for the September term to take the places of those unable to serve. Court convenes September 13 with names listed by district including Buckeystown Charles A. Walter and others replacing prior selections.

Hammond Arnet Glenn H. Worthington Buckeystown Charles A. Walter Paul S. Thomas Frederick—Ransom FR. Lewis, Jr Michael J. Croghan Francis B. Sappington, Jr Ernest W. McCardell Middletown Maranchton Gaver Lewis P. Miller Emmitsburg Robert L. Troxell William Hockensmith Catoctin John W. Brandenhuis Alver P. Harshman Liberty William A. Smith F. Lorraine Simpson New Market James W. Huat Charlies M. Utz Edward L. Baker John R. Molesworth Woodsboro Webster R Smin Alien V. Henca Jefferson

Non-Stop Atlantic Flight Faces Crew Squabble

The New York World reports a dispute over leadership for the non stop Atlantic flight led by Captain Rene Fonck. Lieutenant Commander Richard E Byrd is considered, but Byrd says he would not lead if it ousts the French crew. Walter A. Hatten and Lieutenant G. C. Neville are also tied to possible roles amid engine and fabrication disagreements.

New York Ste France Walter AC Fonek Sikorsky

Mass Break Leaves 24 Michigan Inmates Loose

Twenty four convicts from the Michigan State Reformatory escaped in a bold dawn assault, overpowering guards and seizing the dormitory and administration offices. Armed roving groups formed as posses swept six counties, triggering panic across Tonla and nearby areas.

Tonla Mich Michigan State Reformatory

St John’s Carnival Held Over Tonight At Church Grounds

St John’s summer carnival on East Second Street will continue tonight after weather disruptions and intermittent rain postponed earlier dates. Rev Fr M J Finnerty says the event supports the St John’s School building fund of 55000 and draws large crowds, marking a rare parish affair enjoyed by the wider public. John W Brunner withdraws from consideration as Frederick County colored schools supervisor for the Republican State Convention.

St. John’s East Second Street M. J. Finnerty J. W. Brunner John W. Brunner Frederick County Todar

Repairs on Frederick County Highways After Two Weeks Rain

Road crews continue work across Frederick County repairing damages from heavy rains. Sections from Tamstilin to New Market are resurfaced with stone and clay. A new road near Lewiston is under construction and Smithfield to Garfield is being resurfaced. Crews push to restore impassable routes and hasten reopening of major throughways.

Frederick Tamstilin New Market Jadoon Toad Burk Thurant Lewistoan Johnevile Ahs Bridge Mac Holin Garfield Paseule

Wheat Market Hits Lowest Level of Year in Chicago

Wheat prices ease to near year’s low as spring crop movement grows. Canadian shipments may match last year’s volume while domestic yields surprise on wheat, corn, and oats face selling pressure. European deficits and Canada US competition shape the outlook. cash lard aids provisions.

Chicago Russia Europe Canada United States

Miss Wallace Weds Austin A. McBride in Quiet Capitol Area Ceremony

Miss Sarah Olive Wallace married Austin Albert McBride in a small home ceremony hosted by the Wallace family in Landover. Both graduates of the University of Maryland, the couple plans to travel to West Chester for a vocational education conference before settling in Clarksville where McBride will lead the high school.

Robert F. Wallace Annapolig Road Landover Sarah Olive Wallace Austin Albert McBride Albert H. McBride Middletown J. M. Anderson Hyattsville Presbyterian Church Mt. Airy Carroll County Clarkeville Montgomery County McBride

Money Situation Worries Street Markets in New Week

New York August 29 AP reports money rates hardening due to demand to finance crop movements and expanding commercial needs. Stocks headed downward early week with irregular recoveries later as investors fear higher rates may curb speculation. July railroad earnings show strong gains, led by Atchison New York Central Union Pacific and Chesapeake and Ohio. U S Steel and General Motors drifted, while Brunswick Balke Callender Consolidated Cigar Yellow Truck and Warner Bros gained to new highs.

New York Wall Street Boston Philadelphia General Motors Europe Atchison New York Central Union Pacific Chesapeake and Ohio Pennsylvania U. S. Steel Brunswick Balke Callender Consolidated Cizar Yellow Truck Warner Bros. Pictures

Nation 10 Pay Full Honors For John Rodgers

Washington and Philadelphia reports detail burial plans for Commander John Rodgers at Arlington National Cemetery next Tuesday with naval honors. The ceremony follows a fatal flight from Washington, with relatives and officials including Rear Admiral John A. Rodgers present as the Schults mourned their injured husband.

Nation John Rodgers Arlington National Cemetery Washington Philadelphia Flyer Navre de Grace Fringeton Army Navy Wilbur

Sweezey Re-elect Head of State Legion

Annapolis Maryland August 28 Col Claude B Sweezey was re elected State Commander of the American Legion at the annual convention. The Maryland American Legion adopted a resolution of sympathy to Commander John Rodgers family following his death in Philadelphia. Mrs Charlotte Zittle celebrated her 13th birthday with a small gathering near Jefferson. Week weather outlook predicts warm start with cooler midweek and increasing humidity.

Annapolis Claude B. Sweeezy American Legion Maryland American Legion John Rodgers Philadelphia Garland Powell Cumberland Department of Maryland Nallon Charlotte Zittle Jefferson Richard Kefaater Middletown Zittle Ne Ohving Irene Zittle Wm E Damer Ang Wos Little Receie Dom Piearant Marland Reunite

Maryland Sesquicentennial observance in Philadelphia

Major Elmer F Munshower joined the Maryland Day observance at the Philadelphia Sesquicentennial. He viewed a wrecked plane from Commander Redgers’ fatal Delaware River crash, calling it one of the worst wrecks. Maryland officials, Governor Ritchie, and Mayor Kendrick led a colonial themed program with Maryland participants and parade segments.

Elmer F. Munshower Philadelphia Redgers Delaware River Marzsland Dar Ritchie Mayorland Maryland Major Kendrick We Spxqai Ciation

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Phila Woodcock Wm. Tyler Page Lae Fayette Cecil Craig Guest Fredonia Council, Order United American Men Marmaret Redrick Esther Coble Ruth Revhicke Westminster Mira Marshall I Eteruteen Thie City Dave Aro Ss&s Zeeland Brewer’s Alley East Patrick Atlantic Michigan Miss Wallace Bride OF Austin A. McBride Constructive Nsw Jing Strenc Milan An. de Rudy Marie Guglielmo Slater Rudolph Valentina Italy Mrs. Rodgers Sweezey Legion Corp Rodgers Hermome Mo Ierata
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