Jail Conditions in Frederick County Referenced as Miserable
Reported overcrowding at the Frederick County jail shows prisoners sleeping on floors and chairs due to lack of cots and blankets. One wing is unused while the east wing is crowded. inspectors noted sanitary deficiencies and urged improvements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frederick Counfall
Focal
Sherif William C. Roderick
Balti‘e
mac_ve
Hammond Urn
Frederick County
Psso
Remus Attacks Dodge and Taft Aides in Murder Trial
In Cincinnati on December 13 AP reports George Remus former bootlegger on trial for murder delivered a vitriolic 20 minute indictment of Franklin L Dodge and prosecutor accusing them of subterfuge and manipulating records. Remus threatened additional charges against young Taft and aides. Also John Berger filed a $500000 damages suit against Chase Taft alleging involvement as a witness for Remus in the case.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tocinnati
Franklin L. Dodge
Chester KR
Ate Supreme Court
George Remus
Wxorcide
Remua
Forbidden Tame
Dodge
Justice
Taft
Remus
Young
Art
Hindmnatil
John Berger
Los Angeles
Chase Taft
Hamilton County
Berger
George ‘Mu
Chicago Killing in Loop Building Leaves Man Dead
In a discolored Loop building, Richard B. Potto, 33, was found shot to death after midnight. Police say a weapon caused throat marks and a point wound. A suspect, Frank McHugh, was arrested hours later, with others reported to have been drinking in the basement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Richard B. Potto
Ar Alney
Pointweapon
McHugh Wee
Poltom
M2agh
William Sweener
Inter
Canton Gunboats Help Evacuate Americans as Canton Quakes
The U S gunboat Sacramento landed forces to protect foreigners in Canton and evacuated Americans via the Shameen district. Soviet control grows in Canton as strikes ripple through the city while mutiny brews in Hupeh. Missionaries reach Hong Kong after fleeing upcountry posts, and stock prices rise with industrials leading gains.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shasgial
United States
Sacramento
Canton
Shameen Concesziih
Ameria Torcea
Chang Pek Wei
Walter States
Atanang
Tungshan
Enduro
Shanehal Isteelf
Stimson Nominated as Governor General of Philippines
President Coolidge nominates Henry L. Stimson of New York to be Governor General of the Philippines. The announcement comes from Washington and is dated December 13.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stimson
Philippines
Washington
Henry L. Stimson
New York
Cooldge
Phiippines
Government Begins Strike Conference
Washington officials hold talks to end coal mining disputes in Ohio Pennsylvania and northern West Virginia with unions and major operators present alongside John L. Lewis and other district officials while key operators were absent.
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Washington
Ohio
Pennsylvania
Virginia
Labor Department
Davis
John L. Lewis
United Mine Workers
Husband Kills Family Then Hangs Self at Oklahoma Farm
Philip Willis, 40, killed his wife and five children with an axe at their Hennessey Oklahoma farm before hanging himself. Neighbors said he was despondent over financial losses and family troubles. Mrs Willis, about 40, held a six month old infant. Twins and two younger children also died in their beds.
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Hennessey
Okla
Philip Willis
Here
Willis
Wills
Blue and Manush Traded to St. Louis Browns
The Detroit American reports Lou Blue and Harry Manush were traded to the St. Louis Browns for Harry Rie pitcher Liam Van Gilder and a third player to be named later. No cash changed hands in the deal.
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New York
Detroit American
George Moriarty
Lou Blue
Harry “Manush
St. Louis Browns
Harry Rie
Liam van Gilder
Moriarty
Postoffice Peak of Christmas Mail Rush Nears
Local postoffice anticipates the annual Christmas mail surge to reach its peak mid next week as public campaigns encourage early mailing. Postmaster Irving Riser urges proper wrapping and packing, complete addresses, prepaid postage, and respect for weight and size limits to expedite delivery and prevent damage.
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Postoffice Department
Irving 3
Riser
Iosure
Ted
Two Plans Proposed to Reform Auto Tax Collection
George Ed. Myers former county treasurer criticizes current auto tax collection and proposes two options. One uses county banks to receive taxes and issue perforated stamps. the other features validating tax payment with the license application and possible license renewal enforcement. He argues the present system is flawed and urges tax payment before tag issuance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Commissioner of Motor Vehicles
George Ed. Myers
Frederick Jelly
Agfa Comminsioners Office
State Supervisor Visiting County Schools This Week
Miss Tizateth Ameretr, state supervisor of home economics, plans school visits across the county. She toured Liberistown School this morning and will visit Fermont and Brunswick High, then Trederek High, with Heaths Toys directing activities at Hood College.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miss Tizateth
Ameretr
State Department of Education
Liberistown Sch
Fermont
Misa Amery
Frederick
Francis Scott Keys
Homes Economics
Brunswick Hie
Thoreday
Trederek High School
T- Heaths Toys
Hood College
Col Senkaged
Silk Robbery Attempt Foiled in Langhorne Fight
Langhorne Pa December 12 AP report describes a thwarted silk robbery attempt valued at $100000. A clash with crew members prevented disposal of loot as authorities investigated the failed heist.
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Langhorne
Tcrew
Red Cross Roll Call Totals in Frederick County
The 1927 1928 Red Cross Roll Call chaired by Mrs. C Wilk Fout raised 2256.61 dollars, surpassing the 2000 goal. Campaign ran from November 11, with many local volunteers and ministers thanked for their help across Frederick County including Mrs. R L Hammond and Miss Naomi Remeburg among numerous names.
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Red Cross
Frederick County
C Wilk Fout
Foutthanuker
Lotal
R. L. Hammond
Elmer Munshower
Bert Rader
J. R. Grimes
C. Potts
Margaret Kent
Albert Condon
C. O. Gregory
Jacob Kintz
Mies Johnson Hood College
Jacob Roaenstock
Singanore
A. W. Nicodemus
Buckeystoon
Wm. Oberlander
Braddock Heights
Ira Bell
Liberty
E. D. Neighbours
Lewistown
A. Hemp
Jefferson
Lewis F. Lochner
Mr Pleasant
Edfor Bittle
Myersville
Courtney Stauffer
Walkersville
R. L. Opie
Creageretown
A B. Fisher
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Marion Talley Meets Fredericktoniana Circle After Washington Opera
A party including Mrs John Francis Smith and Miss Mary Maulsby met young opera star Marion Talley after her Polis Theater appearance in Washington. The group praised her charm and voice noting her training and upcoming operas Coq d Or and The Barber of Seville. Talley’s mother accompanied her on tours. Talley appears about 27 with styled curls.
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Fredericktoniana
John Francis Smith
Mary
Maulsby
Marion Talley
Polis Theater
Washington
Misa Talley
Miss Talley
Lindbergh Begins Nonstop Flight to Mexico City
Charles A Lindbergh sails from St Louis for a nonstop flight to Mexico City. The journey, over 2,000 miles, is planned to take about 9 hours amid overcast skies and rain as authorities coordinate support at Bolling Field and along the route. He carries a week of provisions and two canteens of water.
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Thia
Lindy
Spirit of
Washington
Chorles A. Lindbergh
Wermy
Lous
Menke City
France
Navy
Ehmond
Lindbergh
Fey
Beret
Feild Betory Bereese
Bt. Louis
Potomac River
Wee Jou md
Fredericksburg
Harvey F.ree
Bolling Field
Linduergh
1928 Auto Tags Go On Sale December 15
Under a new law the 1928 blue and white automobile tags will begin to appear on streets December 15 instead of January 1. The 1525 tags will be light blue with white numerals.
Diet changes boost trout production in Maryland hatcheries
Scarcity of miters due to extensive use in treating anaemia shifts Maryland state hatcheries to beetroot as the main diet for young trout. Lewistown hatchery shipped 1.5 million trout this year after expanding operations, with 100000 small fingerlings produced. Streams feeding Deep Creek Lake may be used to grow fry to fingerling, and several streams will be screened to protect youth trout from local bass.
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Blate Conservation Department
Maryland
Lewistown
Swepeon Earle
A. B. Powell
Comariet
Powell
Lewiatown
Earle
Deep Creek Lake
Garrett County
Oklahoma House Indicts Governor Henry Johnston in Secret Session
Oklahoma City Dec 13 AP six charge indictment approved by the State House of Representatives on Governor Henry Johnston. House consolidates charges and sends to Senate as impeachment court. A separate charge of corruption in office is voted against Chief Justice Fred Branson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oklahoma City
Okla
Henry
Johnston
State House of Representatives
Chas. Moon
Moon
House
Senate
Fred Branson
State Supreme Court
Representative Moon
Jose Alvarado
Kirby Fitzpatrick
State Banking Department
Banking Department
House Investigatng
Former U S conference superintendent is dead
Cumberland Md Feb 13 AP Charles P Dyche 93 former superintendent of the Virginia Conference of the United Brethren church died here today after an illness of several years Dyche long associated with the United Brethren church and Cumberland and other sectors for many years Arrested theft Robert Martin and John Fisher were arrested in Washington county in connection with theft of 73 chickens from the coops of Robert Tritappe Three of the chickens were killed and dressed and one rooster was identified by a witness
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cumberland
Charles P. Dyche
Virginia
the United Brethen Church
Dyche
Unit 4
Robert Martin
White End
Fisher
Cushwa
Goad
Wasington
Robert Tritappe
Brownss
Martin
Fiene
Seethen
Extra
Omy Epure
Court Business Marriage Licenses Filed Across Counties
A list of marriage license applications shows pairs from multiple towns including Tha mont York Pa and Frederick with ages ranging from 18 to 37. The notice records couples such as Clarence W. Lidie Jr and Etnheth Mae Schildt and many others across Pennsylvania and nearby states.
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D . Clarence W. Lidie Jr
Etnheth Mae Schildt
Thamont
Warren Whirler
Ame [Eek Stipe
Clarence E. Duvall
RL Cromwell
Mbit
Richard C. Desenberg
Detoty R Geiselman
York
Charles Edward Rothenaseter
Nina Grace Deaverd
Aupers
Harry F. Glessner
Gledru
Dorothy Adate
Frederick
Wm. W. Culler
Cardelié Brown
Walter N. King
Agnes B. Chepley
W. Stinesiland
Aonie F. Miller
Arora
Waynesboro
Philip R. Ritter
Pauline RK. Hawk
Bamaver
Walter Lantz
Sabtitasville
Magy
Detemr
Ni” M Hund
Marie Bennison
Washingeemy
John R Jones
Jackson
Surkinisrite
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Bastille
Mus
Waco
SHIP
Ste
Hong
Kong
Hupeh
Hankow
Laohokow
Hong Kong
London
Ative
Shatmeen
Frevera Bay
Glen O. Garber
Charles E Hudson
Rosenstock
Francis Scott Kay
The
American Legion
Pade Localuyis Oy Yupleeead de van AL Council
Wr. Fisher
Prof
Bjorlea
Rotary Club
Long L. Wilson
Kiwanis Club
Kiwaniang
Charles E. Hudson
Benjamin Rosenstock
Citizens’ Committee
Carl Maxwell
Frank Seymour
Philadelphia
Major van de Boa
Hartisburg
C. Thornton Wesman
Geven
Charley W. Lough
Kiwanis Cs
T. £. Russell
Charles FE. Hudson
Liots Club
H. Arple
Glenn 0. Garber
Ihishway
Carlisle
Catoctic
Baptist Conference
Parates
Rer
WOC
Royal
Appie
Irecany
Harry Gr
Charles Ross
T. M Hiamsor
Henry R. Shoemaker
R. Carl Marre
Alm Power
N OL Lea
A. J. Leary
Irving UM. Landager
I Schmit
Cratizs Wo Leash
Givat Grove
John Sykes
Bear W. OC Royal
C.F Westman
Catoctin Country Club
Henry I. Stimson
Six
Blue
Manush
Istreet
Posia Nice Sox
Rosie
Shasinay
Lindy’s
Mexico
ST. Worth
Saltillo
Victoria
Kashmingto
U. K
Geo. Ed. Myers
Home Economics
Harpers’ Ferry
Lake Quinn
Quinn
Mzrite Carre
Harrer
John Brown
Brown
Jfe
Burtal
Mexican Capital
Lone Eagle
Levwistown
Oklahoma
U. S. Conference
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