14 Dec 1927
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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1927
Page
1
Newspaper inspection reveals overcrowded Frederick county jail with19 cots for 24 inmates on Tuesday eve, no locks for women's cells, and a failing heating plant unable to heat the east wing. Many cells hold two or more prisoners sleeping on floors, withQuestionable bedding and sparse blankets.
Miss G Lenz spoke on three phases of child health work and preventive measures against tuberculosis at a Rotary Club luncheon. The event highlighted the Preventorium at Cla borne and the role of Christmas seal sales in funding the program.
Frederick residents recall Pawnee Bill aka Major Gordon Willie who spent 1892 93 in Frederick with his wild west show. The serial by Ernest Lynn draws on his real life events with Indians and wagons featured in the performance at local fairs and farms.
Flood waters reached 25 feet in Pittsburgh flooding downtown areas near the Allegheny and Monongahela rivers. The crest was expected later, with damage to businesses and homes limited so far. A coal hopper moored along the river suffered exposure as prisoners in a city jail faced confinement and disinfection odors filled the structure.
A 1920s analysis argues the Indian Bureau continues to dispossess Indigenous communities. It cites Congress members Clyde Kelly James Frear and Burton Wheeler pushing abolition or investigation while noting federal funding and naturalization policies, urging public pressure to end bureaucratic control and restore Indian property and rights.
Train collision reported in Kansas City area involving the Kansas City Special freight service. One person Fez Thorne confirmed dead while officials describe a chaotic scene with passengers not clearly identified in the wreckage.
Reported by AP that the New York sale of a famed ballplayer involved the St. Louis Browns and Washington, with details not disclosed. The announcement came from Browns officials and noted the deal was tied to wartime considerations.
Westman resigns as local Scout Executive effective February 1 or sooner, with B frack Seymour expected to fill the vacancy. Westman, a former construction engineer, and family plan to return to Norfolk for holidays. Seymour has been in Frederic for days and spoke at a Scout Council meeting.
The Mon Day Musicales met at the Y.M.C.A. with host Mr. and Mrs. Henry T. Wade presenting a program on Oratorio. Grace Brace sang a Christmas Story contralto solo. Helen Douglass and James H. Harris performed Messiah selections. Mrs. Joseph T. Pries led a group of carols. Four new members were voted in and gifts were given to 25 attendees. The next meeting is January 9 at Mrs. R. E. Town’s home.
The Woman's Missionary Society of the Evangelical Reformed church met at Miss Margaret Motter's home on Tuesday afternoon. The program featured Christmas hymns and a talk on The Way of Christ in International Relations. Members included 23 attendees with guests from the hostess's Sunday school class.
Directors of Michigan Central, controlled by New York Central, announce an extra dividend of 2.50 a share on common stock in addition to a par value of 100 dollars. The announcement came in New York on December 14.
Troubled waters of the Arkansas and White rivers rise past flood stage as torrential rains swell them. Lowland towns fear inundation while farmers move household goods and stock to high ground. Rail traffic declines as bridges fail and transport capabilities are hampered.
The Wallkersville Hope Company met in the school house with present officers including Thomas R. Sailor vice president John E. Cramer secretary Kent C. Nicodemus treasurer and captain J J Crum. Frank Grace for soliciting William Peiffer and John were elected to oversee the water over any church depicted in town. The Craining Chair at the City Opera House was discussed as the most difficult task under Rick Grace Fahrney Davis Dorothy Stras Hankey Ralph W L Michael David H Yu Art Brown Donald L Krew.
A lengthy list of donors and supporters appears for the Truck Company Fund campaign. Names include individuals, banks, and businesses across Frederick and surrounding areas, reflecting broad community backing for the fundraising effort. The document cites many notable residents and organizations contributing to the fund.
Mexican officials pressed for exact timing of Colonel Lindberghs border crossing as authorities urged nationwide inquiries. President Calles asked the AP for precise details on when and where the aviator crossed into Mexico, amid growing fears and conflicting reports of his location near Valbuena and Tachuca.
The weather note says winter is set to officially arrive in about a week as mild days give way to cooler forecasts. Temperatures hovered near 57 degrees with a 62 degree day recently reported, while the Weather Bureau warns of increasing clouds and a cold spell ahead.
A fragmented report outlines battles over repealing inheritance taxes. Writings reference Secretary Mellom and budget disputes, with gubernatorial planning noting inspection tours by Governor Penlea of Kamees using an airplane.
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