17 Dec 1930
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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1930
Page
1
A morning fire damaged a room home in Urmont, destroying the structure and leaving residents without shelter. Firefighters contained the blaze with no reported injuries. cause is under investigation.
A basement to attic blaze at a weatherboarded house on East Main Street in Thurmont, Md, damaged interiors and threatened an adjacent furniture store. Fire crews from Thurmont, Vigilant of Emmitsburg, Independent Hose, and local units battled the flames with the store and building likely saved. cause undetermined but believed to have started in the basement.
Reports from Washington and Guatemala detail a military coup in Guatemala with General Mauro de la Torre and Mattel Orellana among leaders. The provisional presidency and city fighting create uncertainty over the regime’s fate and the loyalty of the army while diplomatic officials assess the situation.
York December 17 The stock market closed in vigor with a brisk rally after weeks of selling. Gains appeared across several issues as early losses recovered, with notable strength in some blue chips and trading volumes rising later in the session.
Longtime Democrat party member is appointed by Governor Mas Gardner to fill the late Senator Lee Oberman’s seat in the United States Senate. The appointment elevates a veteran lawmaker to the chamber as a caretaker until a special or next general election.
The Frederick County Children's Aid Society began delivering Christmas baskets led by Mrs. Michael E. Pue. The effort follows strong public donations at Ald Society offices and will continue daily through Christmas, aiding about 180 families with food clothing and toys. Assistants, local clubs, and high school students join in distributing baskets across remote county areas.
The five week course directed by Francis Scott Ker Council ends in Church Street School with final ratings. Scout Executive Benny R. Coates leads the group alongside Senior Patrol Leader Benjamin B. Rosenstock. Plans for Camp Braddock and a December New Year circus mark year-end events for Frederick area Scouts and scouters.
Frederick area schools plan a Friday morning caroling event as students from Hood Elementary go door to door spreading holiday cheer Neighborhood residents are invited to join in or listen from designated routes and time windows.
Hood College outlines a Christmas program with a 6:15 am Thursday communion service led by President Joseph H. Apple and Prof. Willam R. Barnhart, plus a Friday 5 am carol sing. Four student groups will tour Frederick neighborhoods delivering songs, followed by carols at local homes and institutions. The vacation begins December 19 at 11:35 pm and ends January 4 at 6:20 pm.
The Evangelical Reformed church led by Rev. Dr. H L G Kiefler holds its thirteenth White Gift Service Sunday at to provide gifts of substance, service or self. A white clothed procession opens the service with candles and carols. Gifts from Sunday School departments and church members support clothing, food, money and pledges for the poor. The program features chimes, solos, and anthems, finishing with benediction and Hallelujah Chorus. Dawn service on Christmas Day follows, with another department entertainment the next day.
Herman Westphal, 62, Howard county farmer, told reporters he shot Charles Hubbell in self defense during an incident at a barn tied to his deceased wife’s former family. He is recovering at University Hospital.
A terse report notes William Mi Storm. a figure tied to a last case in the degree matter. The brief cites court action and ongoing prosecutions, with little other context available.
Weather notes describe a sudden cold spell with frozen rivers and ice on Potomac areas. Officials report a frozen Fishing Creek dam and ongoing concrete work, while residents debate Christmas snow chances and license plate exchanges amid eased winds and chilly conditions.
Long county trial day ends with judge Willard Josey closing December docket. W R Naylor, charged with non-support and assault, defends health issues and finances. Prosecutor Storm retires January 1931 after eight years and over 5000 criminal cases. Christmas tea planned at Hood College campus. Provisional government reported in Guatemala with General as provisional president.
Henry Ford escaped injury in a collision on the Youngstown main street last night. His car struck an automobile driven by W M Bare, injuring no one. Ford, his chauffeur and secretary continued toward Detroit in a new Ford car after a hour and a half delay. The accident damaged the Ford vehicle’s steering gear and fender. No police report was filed.
Baltimore police report that John J. Higgins, 18, confessed to abducting a telephone company chauffeur and aiding robberies between Laurel and Baltimore. Higgins said he traveled from Baltimore toward Annapolis and implicated three others in the crimes.
A brief obituary notes the death of Apety today in Dana Indiana. The report mentions he was an engineer and had ties to the Bank. The notice records his passing on December 17 and lists several earlier bets and events as context.
A December 27 incident in Orda reports a collision between a train and a freight wain resulting in multiple deaths. Local authorities and investigators are on site assessing the wreck and coordinating with emergency services.
An emerging political shift places Selygman as governor in a tense climate. Officials in Santa Fe announce transition plans while the administration navigates education, economy, and public safety concerns.
Mayor Culler appeals for a Christmas fund to help the city’s needy under police supervision. About 300 dollars are sought to begin the drive, boosted by the entire receipts of a charity basketball game totaling 312. Cash contributions for the fund usually run about 150 dollars but current requests exceed last year, with about 100 baskets of food staff to be distributed at Christmas.
Washington reports an immediate appeal to the Supreme Court after Judge Clarke’s New Jersey ruling declaring the eighteenth amendment invalid. The Justice Department and Attorney General Mitchell will seek early argument, urging the high court to set the case for review.
The House Agriculture Committee voted to reduce the Senate loan plan to 30 million, striking out authorizations for farmer food loans and delaying World Court action until December 1931. The vote followed a party split with Republicans backing postponement and Democrats opposing it.
Obriewmas belidsy at the Mtergie State School for the Deaf will begin Friday morning after the Christmas entertainment at 7 in the chapel. Pupils and faculty leave Friday and return Monday January 9. Classes resume the next day. The Christmas program features numbers by departments and a message from superintendent Ignatius Bjortlee. Approximately 175 pupils and 28 faculty members are enrolled. holiday marks first extended break to allow home visits since opening.
An afternoon gathering of the Frederick chapter of the Daughters of American Revelation was hosted at Mr. E F Gale’s residence with Mrs Gale and others acting as hostesses. The group approved contributions to the Children's Aid Society and Federated Charities, named a nominating committee, and planned a December program featuring Christmas carols and a lesson on Christmas traditions.
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