New Yorker Arrested in Washington on Larceny Charge
A New Yorker, Jamey McDermott, 1, was jailed in Frederick after a larceny accusation involving a Dodge automobile linked to Harry Mic housl. He was held for a grand jury after a preliminary hearing. Local officers escorted him from Washington where the alleged theft occurred, with questions about motives and the driver’s role.
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Jamey McDermott
Harry Michousl
Justice Guy & Abotter
McDermott
Wildergton
West Wag
Central Police Station
Washington
Charles
W. Smith
Tz Tecal Venta
MecDrmott
Imornine
Ewanded
She Quisuijers
Lome
Courtland
McDonald
Fair meeting notes Montgomey County Agricultural Society
The annual meeting at Rockville elected directors Clar ence L. Gilpin William A. Waters Thomas I. Fulks Charles G. Holland James Christopher Charles F. Haight James T. Cashel William J. Thomas Harvey J. Haris James BR King James D. King Patie E Waters James P. Fitsgerald James W. Brown and 2 McCabbin Waters. Secretary Ottie C. Trundle reported receipts £13,368.97 with major items including gates grandstand $10,327.80 concessions $2,203.94 and race entries $645. Total expenses were $14,108.09 with race purses $2,207.00 and premiums $702.34.
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Montgomey County Agricultural Society
Rockville
Clarence L. Gilpin
William A. Waters
Thomas I. Fulks
Charles G. Holland
James ©. Christopher
Charles F. Haight
James T. Cashel
William J. Thomas
Harvey J. Haris
James BR. King
James D. King
Pertie E Waters
James P. Fitsgerald
James W. Brown
McCabbin Waters
Horticultural Hall
Electris
Eaehiams
M Cellaneous
Profit sharing slows upward price trend in New York
Heavy profit taking by professional traders halted five days of gains as the New York market attempted a resumed advance. Selling pressure was absorbed later, with prices rising one to five points above previous levels amid thin turnover. Market activity showed mixed signs as traders weighed December maneuvers and notable shifts in demand.
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New York
Lodar
Rae Ste Marke
M Hewever
Eharch Fa
New York Fruit Pioneer Joseph Steinhardt Dies at 78
Joseph H. Steinhardt, famed as the creator of the honeydew melon in America, died at his Fifth Avenue home of heart disease. A German immigrant who arrived 49 years ago at age 13, he built Steinhardt and Kelly into a fruit empire with a $15 million annual turnover, shaping fruit and vegetable trade across the West and Northwest. He began by rolling barrels of apples, trading a bag of apples for a swift kick, then selling the rest for 50 cents. His fortune funded a large family estate.
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New York
Joseph H. Steinhardt
America
Germany
Steinhardt
Fifth Avenue
Steinhardt and Kelly
West
Northwest
Poole Property Sold on Market Street Details
The west side Market Street lot once owned by Ray W. Voule was bought by Calvin Schildtkagehr for $1 under a mortgage deed dated September 11, 1924. Assignees were Leslie N. Coblentz and Francs H. Urner, with W. E. Darner as auctioneer. The 18 by 23 foot lot includes a 12 room English colonial house with tiled baths, hardwood floors, and a seven-car garage.
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North Market Street
Ray W. Voule
Calvin Schildtkagehr
Mortzage
Leslie N. Coblentz
Francs H. Urner
W. E. Darner
Suictioneer
Market Street
Matel
Mrs Chaplin Returns to Catholic Church
Los Angeles December 11 AP The Times reports Lita Grey Chaplin estranged wife of Charlie Chaplin plans to return to the Roman Catholic church and have her two children baptized there so they may enjoy the consolation. She says she renounced the faith when she married Chaplin two years ago, a union the church could not recognize due to Chaplin's divorce from Milfred Harris.
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Los Angeles
the Times
Lita Grey Chaplin
Charlie Chaplin
Noman Catholic Church
Chaplin
Milfred Harris
Shovel King Plans New Trial Says Attorney
Pittsburgh December report states John W. B. Hubbard Pittsburgh manufacturer, ordered by federal jury to pay Anne Caldwell of New York fifty dollars for breach of promise, will seek a new trial. Montgomery County board members Rove L. Hickerson Sir Benjamin C. Perry and Lacy Shaw appointed to succeed themselves, with J. Forrest Walker and Claget C. Hien filling seats after oath of office in Rockville Circuit Court. New board reportedly Democratic after recent Republican members defeated. party balance described.
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Pittsburgh
John W. B. Hubbard
Anne Caldwell
New York
Board of
Montgomery Cosn
Rove L. Hickereon
Benjamin C. Perry
Lacy Shaw
J. Forrest Walker
Claget C. Hien
Rockville
Shaw
Repuotean Memour Y Saach
Art
Democrats
Mood Debating Team Wins at Allentown
Atentows, Pa., Dec. 11 AP. Tie debating cam representing shard Condege. Prederick Md. spoke in favor of modification of the deed law to permit manufacture and sale of light aimée and peer. Bom Abernasia was devised Le wiped in win debate with Mab. Te Cilege waturs there bat.
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Atentows
Prederick
Bom Abernasia
Mab
Week's Coming Show or Fame Fades in Snow Belt
AP dispatch from Dec 31 notes by weather desk detailing heavy snowfall across Neotar and Shddte Arle regions with cold highs and frigid winds. North and east areas report snow accumulations while travel slows. forecasts predict continued extreme cold into Monday and Tuesday.
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Wastactos
North
Wheat Down but Favorable Trade Corn Up in Week
Chicago reports a lively clash over Argentine wheat export estimates as British forecasts imply larger exportable surpluses than American estimates. Wheat prices fall 0.5 to 1.3 cents while corn rises 0.5 to 1.0 cent amid harvest news and expectations of new exports.
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Chicago
Americas
Argentina
United States
Cory
I’c
Washington
Europe
League to Investigate Germanys Armaments
Geneva December 11 The Council of the League of Nations in private session reached agreement on a plan for a League investigation into German armaments. Officials said the probe will proceed with control measures for Germany on February 4, pending approval by the French cabinet. If disagreements arise the issue will be resolved through regular diplomatic channels or arbitration.
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Geneva
Connel
League of Nations
Meetion
League
Germany
Alleged Dope Charge and Army Deserter Arrests
An alleged dope addict W B Kelly was arrested in Hanover Pennsylvania by narcotics agents on a $2 charge for forging a Manchester physician’s name on a narcotic prescription. Kelly’s listed home and past addresses are noted. Also arrested was John Jones colored, an alleged deserter from Washington Barracks U S Army, detained on All Saints Street to be returned to his station.
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W. B. Kelly
Hanover
Nurcotic
Department of Justire
Manchester
Kelly
Kor Mar
Althoveh
Westminster
Hanorver Purce
Happter_ Center Square
Danner
John Jones
Washington Barracks
U. S. Army
Allen Bartris
All Saints’ Street
Jonre
Frederick
Bartgis
Oxizen tanks aid Emperor Yoshihito as illness deepens
Tokyo reports six oxizen tanks installed in the sick room signaling critical condition. Empress Sadako remains at the emperor's bedside as heart stimulants are deemed necessary. The plot notes the ruler's weak pulse causing anxiety amid medical care.
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Japan
Tokyo
Yoshihito
Sadako
Ruier
Christmas Party for Episcopal Children in Honage Y L
A Christmas party hosted by the calserrite committee of the FY entertained Episcopal children at Paanaze on Friday December 10. Santa Claus arrived after games and refreshments, handing out candy to the youngsters. Rodney Hailer of Broac tus and D Carlton Hailer, father, attend as part of the community gathering amid a brief account of the event and misfortunes noted.
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Episcopal
Paanaze
Calserrite Committee
Honage
Santa Claus
Esac
Colege
Rodney Hailer
D. Carlton Hailer
Thamday
Two Gunmen In HoldUp Shot By New York Police
In a Broadway near 6th Street robbery attempt two gunmen shot by police after targeting wealthy patrons. One man died and two were wounded as police battled to control the scene. the incident tied to an ongoing underworld feud and bootlegging violence. The attack followed a separate Detroit robbery where bandits robbed a restaurant and confectionery store, taking between 3000 and 4900 dollars and fleeing.
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New York
Ll Faurant
Broadway
6Th Street
Detroit
Bank Purchases Empire Theatre in Piedmont West Virginia
After months of talks Farmers and Mechanics National Bank announced the purchase of the Empire Theatre building on North Market street from Tri-State Theatre Circuit of Piedmont West Virginia. The price was not disclosed but believed to exceed 40000 dollars with possession set for January 1 1927. Other bidders included Real Estate Mortgage and Investment Compass and Gilmore J Flaute. Bank officials Frank L Stoner and C Albert Gilson represented the bank while Floyd Ta ing er led the theater circuit. Continuous on page 4.
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Hie Farmers and Mechanics' National Bank
Empire Theatre
North Market Street
Tri-State Theatre
Piedmont
W. Va
Compass
Gilmore J. Flaute
Frank L. Stoner
Water in school well poisoned by boys
Warsaw Ind December 1 AP Three younger brothers admit to tampering with Abe Riley age 35 and Kamiel Riley 18 pouring poison into Mt Taber school well to poison 13 pupils Athol and Samuel under arrest deny the charge Morriv g Rockhill county prosecutor says the boys 7 10 and 12 years old said poison bought November 1 at Nappanee It was mixed with water and poured into the well The poison caused illness but doctors say antidotes saved the pupils lives
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Warsaw Ind
Belox
Abe Riley
Agwi
Kamoel Riey
Iwe
Mt Taber
Feison
Athol
Samuel
Morriv G Rockhill
Brothess
Nappanee
Abandonment of Impeachment Charges Against Judge
Federal Judge George W. English of Winners had impeachment charges dropped by the House in a 167 to 15 vote. Opponents pressed for a formal roll call, arguing the case cited profanity on the bench, mishandling of bankruptcy matters, and other misdemeanors as grounds to persist. Proponents claimed continuance would not yield a verdict of acquittal.
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Washington
Dec
Acaicss
George W. English
Hosse
FIRE AT THURMORT AND ELECTRICAL FIRE REPORT
Fire at Thurmort caused a widespread disruption with water damage and electrical hazards. Firemen battled the blaze all night, keeping the flames from spreading to nearby structures and saving several tenants.
Christmas Tree to Rise in Court House Park
A large pine about 12 feet tall will be erected in Court House Park as the community Christmas tree. Three representatives from the service clubs Lions Rotary and Kiwanis will plan the display, with funds partly carried over from last year. The tree is to be set up around December 2 and illuminated later, with Chesapeake and Powhatan Telephone and Potomac Edison assisting.
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Court House Park
Lowlee Nelson
Wille Ayer
Cuunell
Lions Club
H. .iavie“Hehnel
William CC. Firma
Rotary Club
Water I* Zelgier Kiwanis Club
Yans
Chesapeake and
Powma
Potomac Edigon Company
Iypre Yy
WHE
Anagcius
Outline of Course of Study in Frederick Schools
Frederick city and county teachers publish a district outline for grades four to seven in geography history civics reading and literature. The plan, praised by Columbia University as one of 25 English course models, emphasizes social values and psychological development with county life topics including agriculture quarrying manufacturing and transportation. Primary grades outlines will follow with similar aims. all counties seek to standardize studies under Superintendent Palmer and supervisors.
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Frederick City
Educaation
G. Liosd Palmer
Frederick County
Maryland
Frederick
Columbia University
Forgnera
Palser
We Americans Eat Too Much Meat and Sweets Says Diet Expert
An article by Israel Klein reviews nutrition guidance from Prothery Sherman of Columbia University. It argues Americans overconsume meats and fats while under consuming calcium rich foods, vegetables, fruits, and grains. Emphasis is placed on milk for calcium, grains for calories, and vegetables and fruits for vitamins A and C.
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Israel Klein
Bclenca
NEA Service
Raye Wiel Sliwman
Sherman
Tig
Rural school closures grieve Carrell County
The Carrell County Board of Education is closing small schools and selling their properties at public auction. Franks near Detour, Greenbouni near Horatio, Pleasant Grove near the Pennsylvania line, Good Rope near Ficasent Valley, Fairview near Untertown, Lawn Dale near Patapsco, and others are to be sold or have already shut. Residents protest the consolidations and loss of local schooling.
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Carrell County
Board of Education
Central Consolidated Schools
Frankiin
Detour
Edward W. Case
Green Nouni
Horatio
Oursler
Pleasant Grove
Pennsylvania Line
Joseph F. Brown
Ficasent Valley
Fairview
Untertown
Lawndale
Patapsco
James Res
Geerze EL Wife
Pheasant Gap
Gist
Kaoh
Eidekins
Pennsrk
Toad
Horatio T
Rabiwan
Vic
Evidence in Ballen-Deney Trial Goes to Jury
Washington December 11 AP reports the Ball-Deney case entered jury deliberation after brief testimony. Only two character witnesses testified as prosecutors and defense rested with the judge’s charge. The trial, centered on alleged concealment of evidence, resumes with jurors to decide if a felony exists and potential punishment beyond tax-related charges.
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Washington
Etudenice Wag Cops
Pberkag
Albert Bo Fast
Kawerd
Lokeny
Ube Choally
Comets
Iwig
Doheny
Johh Meyermack
Engineer killed when head strikes freight car in Altoona
An investigation by Pennsylvania rail officials reports Reuben E. Cram of Harrisburg died after his head struck a freight car in Altoona while riding a train. Conductor Frank T. Hess halted the New Tent Detroit service as the emergency brake failed to stop.
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Altoona
Peonnsylvania
Reuben E. Cram
Harriesburg
Eat
Red Arrow Express
Frank T. Hess
Maez Ber
Detroit
Wsenl
English Bill Bans Divorce Case Details in Law
London reports that a new English bill passed third reading aims to ban publishing the salacious details of divorce cases. The measure, now law, prohibits disclosure of witnesses evidence and any offense related to publishing such material, with penalties including imprisonment and fines.
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London
House of Dominions
Howe
Alvari
Marconi to wed again, paper says in Rome
In Rome on December 11 AP reports that wireless pioneer Guglielmo Marconi plans to marry again as soon as his divorce from Bruna O’Brien is finalized. The candidate bride is Countess Maria Cristina Beri Scall, daughter of a paper magnate, with other sources listing Elizabeth Paynter as a possible match.
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Marconi
Rome
Ming Bieabeth Paynter
Manchurian Freight Wreck Leaves Docks in Turmoil
Warbim Manchuria December 11 reports a freight wreck disrupting railway operations. A Christmastide sale event at Al Sutete House drew community attendance and provided homemade cards, tea, and wafers. Local volunteers and several named residents assisted with arrangements and table displays.
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Christman
Ale
St. Man’s
al Sutete House
Weacy
Douglass Hoof
Robaina
Joseph D. Baker
Inescott
Xccee
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James McDermott
New Yorker
SEA Service
Avlanta Bureau
John ¥. Richmond
Jacksonrille
Fla
Poole Property
C. E. Schildtknecht
Mrs.chaplin
Shovel King
Mood
Allentown
Coolidge
Abe Baying
Unis States
Capcoy
Motors
General Motors
Bally
Jorer
Key Mar Man Io
Samuel W. Maples
Upper College Terrace
D. Lamtin
Palmer, Willis and Lamdin
Baltimore
College Park
J. Herman Mock
Mr. Palmer
Palmer, Willis and Lamdir
Roland Pack and Guilford, Beltimore
Boot
Legger
Aurater
Barkavenue
Hettor Lominick Alvere
Bark Purchases Empire Theatre
Thurmort
Wiliam Feer
Odl al
Court Park
Palmer
Prothery C. Sherman
Columbia
Prup Heney
Hammer
Ori
Manchu
Warbim
Manchuria
Kileed
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