12 Dec 1927
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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1927
Page
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Frederick official proposes district system for fire protection. He urges maintaining all four companies with shared costs, housing the Junior unit, and assigning a committee from the mayor’s board and all four companies to map coverage and response routes.
Washington report on a Supreme Court decision sustaining suppression of evidence seized from a car in Massena New York after a warrantless search. Prosecution under the Federal Prohibition Act led to the trial court throwing out the evidence and the appellate action centers on legality of seizure and search powers. The ruling affects enforcement actions under the Prohibition era statutes and implications for future prosecutions.
Washington AP reports the Senate unanimously approves theCongressional Medal of Honor for Colonel Charles A. Lindbergh amid debates on eligibility. Senator Cleave questions legality, while Senator Reed argues congressional act permits the award and the Senate proceeds.
Paris report says Paul Billetcoux, 26, an American citizen and NYU professor’s son, was shot and killed today after visiting his brother-in-law’s home to obtain papers. Preliminary details describe a dispute leading to a fatal altercation as authorities investigate possible divorce-related motives.
Washington reports the new tax reduction bill failed to weather the initial attack in the House as an amendment was adopted to slash the rate of corporations taxable net income under 15 000. The move follows market optimism aided by bullish sentiment in New York and Hoover’s views on overproduction in oil.
Oklahoma House members barred by state troops as postal and government reports summarize 1927 mail volume. The piece notes 26 million letters, 450,000 parcels, 12.7 million dead letters, and a push to curb mail fraud, with extensive figures on stamps, money, and postal losses.
Weather may delay Lindbergh two weeks as air operations and travel plans face postponement. The report mentions Bureau officials and Bolling Field as key points, with extended timelines affecting a cross country journey and agricultural yield comparisons to prior hurricane outputs.
Oklahoma City December reports impeachment charges against Governor Henry S Johnson bring massed National Guards into the state capitol. House members convened amid a roped enclosure while a judge issued a temporary restraining order delaying the proceedings and setting a hearing for tomorrow morning.
The Kievlogy Department and Virginia Geology Department after weeks of study agreed on jurisdiction for a disputed Potomac boundary segment near Marytagd wod r sinfa. Governor Ritchie will receive formal reports soon. Deputy actions include opposing a filling station near the State Normal School at Taweon and dedicating the Montgomery County Armory with state officials in attendance.
Frederick Chapter No 1 Izaac Walton League of America to elect officers at the next meeting Wednesday at 7 50 pm. Other matters include banquet report and a membership campaign to add 20 members before January 1 to meet the national quota. Current officers listed include G Hunter Bowers president William S Gosnell first vice president James H Gambrill Jr second vice president and G Edward Shaw secretary treasurer.
Sunday services drew a good crowd at Grace Reformed with Rev Chal mers W Waick delivering The Kingdom At Hand at the morning service. Choir solo I atall masnifr: Tiee by Vail and an evening devotional followed by a pageant A Dream of ther.
Frederick Chapter De Molay sponsored by Enoch Chapter Masons presents a three act mystery comedy The Creaking Chair by Allena Tupper Wilkes at City Opera House Wednesday at eight. Edwin Latter Egyptologist uncovers a stolen headdress and a murder mystery unfolds with Scotland Yard detective Henley. Kathryn Barrick and E Bernard Davis lead, with a full Frederick cast and Margaret Black coaching.
London reports describe attacks in Transylvania with five schoolgirls captured and assaulted as trains were disrupted by rope lashing. The dispatch notes sensational violence amid regional unrest and mentions rubber cultivation affecting pepper supplies and plantation maturity.
Velma West is held for murder after a chaotic courtroom scene. A deputy sheriff and her mother attempted to assist as West collapsed repeatedly, writhing and shouting during the order of detention.
Attendance at the Calvary Methodist Episcopal Sunday School reached sixty one with the superintendent C O B Cline presiding. C A Gilson taught the Leaders class and Laurence Seningick gave a vocal. Rev Dr G Ellis Williams preached on A Memorable Interview. Mrs Arthur Aldrich led the Epworth League service Peace Among The Nations. Grace Brane read The Fool from Channing Pollock. Miss Alicia Coblents played organ. A Christmas social is planned for Epworth League Tuesday night. An illustrated lecture on Church Architecture by Dr Elbert M Conover is set for Wednesday. The Leaders Bible Class will hold its monthly meeting and office election Thursday night. The senior choir will present a Christmas service next Sunday.
James Tydines, 18, of Shipley Station, Anne Arundel county, was sentenced to one year in the House of Correction by Magistrate Polhbaus after being charged with attacking Marine Kingsley, 16, on her way to school. Police testified he had prior arrests and a parole from Judges Moss at Annarol's.
At Indianapolis Edward E. Spafford national commander says the American Legion will not push a wet and dry poll unless ordered by the National Executive Committee and will not bring the matter before the January meeting. Separate local notices describe a church sewing society fundraiser and Christmas music event with impact on Hoffman Orphanage in Littlestown Pennsylvania.
The December term of court opened with Chief Judge Hammond Urner and Associate Judge John Newman presiding. A jury of twenty five names will sit, with rapid docket review to set trials. The session aims to clear overheld matters and address new criminal cases pursued after grand jury action.
Christmas services at Centennial Memorial United Brethren Church drew large crowds. The Sunday School under Glenn O. Garber planned a Christmas program for Christmas Sunday evening led by Sunfar School, with rehearsals Monday and Thursday evenings. Morning worship featured a sermon “Joy to Worship” and an evening sermon “Are You At The Forks Of The Road.” The choir performed special numbers, with soloists Miss Harriet Shook and Llwellyn Yodes. Upcoming events include a White Gift Service next Sunday and the annual revival planned for February 5-19 under Rev. Mr. Strine. A birth announced for Mr. and Mrs. Lewis of Farr Yhew Avenue.
Investigation reveals a wreck on the railroad near Duffey Station and southeast of bore fast where train No 19 derailed. Foreman’s report confirms deliberate track interference. The victim, C. H. of McKeesport, was killed. engineer Belts and Conductor Kellersdale injured. others shaken.
The will of Oliver, formerly of New York City, probated in Frederick, leaves the estate to his widow Florence and children in equal shares, with executors Willard A. of New York and Mrs. Wren. It directs guardianship for minor children and names two witnesses, Mitchell and Ward, to attest.
AP dispatch notes marked improvement in the condition of Letnire Woodhue mother of living Coolidge. She remained at Dickinson Hospital after the accident and was later to return home on Massacott street pending further condition updates.
The council, facing multiple issues, plans a meeting to discuss the evolving influence of government interests on league affairs. Officials aim to address problems arising from governance and coordination among member groups.
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