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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1936
Page
9
In Wise County a jury finds Edith Maxwell guilty of second degree murder in the death of her father Try Maswell. The verdict comes after initial first degree murder conviction and a sentence of 25 years. Maxwell seeks a new trial and plans to appeal.
Maryland motorists may delay purchasing 1937 license tags until April 1 with three months of free driving after the last Legislature extended time. New registrations by movers, new car purchases, and replacements allow tag transfer or new tags. Applications for tags start February 15.
The Frederick County Woman's Christian Temperance Union Executive Committee met at the Y M C A on December 15 at 2 pm. Mrs Thomas Anderson presided, Miss Helena Stauffer led devotionals, and Mrs J C Shawbaker reported September's meeting. Seventeen directors attended with several reports. a parliamentary director and a drive committee were appointed to raise county funds for a national temperance education program and the upcoming Washington convention.
A court found Guilty Again in the murder of Tris Mawson by Mass Maven. She received a two year sentence. The record notes a prior conviction and counts of scars in the custody file.
Baltimore December 17 AP relief payments will be withheld pending an appeal after a three judge court ruling on the constitutionality of Maryland's flour tax on whiskey. Carroll County distillery challenged the tax, and state officials say payments to Baltimore city and county are paused until the case is resolved. Attorneys argued the tax violates federal commerce and Fourth Amendment protections. judges noted state power to regulate spirits within its borders.
A southbound car struck a parked truck on Market Street near Odd Fellows Home around 2:30 AM. The impact required a tow to separate the vehicles. the auto driver fled after police advised taking responsibility. Details of the drivers were not released as police investigated at the substation.
Rescue teams on horseback and with skis comb the Lone Peak region as a blizzard hinders the search for a missing liner. Ground parties trek through deep snow while a foreman reports possible traces but heavy conditions slow progress. Officials declare two occupants of the plane dead.
Rev W Hartzell pastor of the Reformed church at Lykens Pa and former Glade Valley leader has been elected superintendent of the Home for the Aged in Hagerstown by the Potomac Synod. He will assume duties soon with Mrs Lillian Horton as matron. The home, a brick property, houses eleven residents and has twenty on the waiting list. The synod plans additions to expand capacity.
An aged check drawn to Alexander and endorsed by him was presented today at the Duty Hall. Mayor Gilmer Belvigny and City Registrar Joan T White oversaw the process as the city honored the payment and the Alexander family member present accepted it.
Rev Dr John H Ness will deliver the sermon at 11 o clock Monday in the Evangelical Church for the Frederick County Ministerial Association Christmas service. Rev DeWitt P Zu will introduce Ness with program including carols and scripture reading. The offering supports Children Aid Society and Home for the Aged, followed by luncheon for ministers and wives.
Frederick County Commissioners reported a revenue increase of just under four percent for liquor licenses in 1936, with total receipts about $8,487. County shares go to the State Comptroller and then back to the county, with distributions to Frederick City and other towns.
The article reports bankrupted nobles offering estates for sale amid abdication rumors. Inns and towns in Austria see crowds as observers hope to glimpse the exiled monarch who renounced the throne for love. Attendants note he may resume golf and possibly hunting trips, while locals describe a fragile economy and pressure on impoverished nobles.
Annapolis Md December 17 The Maryland unemployment insurance act became law when Governor Harry W Nice signed the measure after a special legislative session The bill was sent to Washington for Social Security Board approval If federal approval is given Maryland would receive over 7 million dollars in payroll taxes collected by the federal government
New York trading showed a shaky market with little change as year end influences and sector shifts influenced moves. Analysts cited tax rises and portfolio rebalancing as factors while the mining listing opened at $491.50.
Dee 17 police report a 20 year old filling station attendant in Land O Lakes Wisconsin was robbed tied to a bench with his left hand nailed down and right hand clamped in a vise by two gunmen who escaped with 160. The victim was found slumped on the bench in a kneeling position. The suspect details remain under investigation.
A patrol officer was killed on a city sidewalk while en route to duty. Investigators reported a confrontation and measures to detain a suspect at the officer’s residence, with ongoing inquiries into the motive and timeline.
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Fragmentary OCR notes describe a tense scene in China with mentions of Nanking central development, political leaders, and a failing peace process amid warlike pressure. The garbled text references Mabekeal Fur, war stakes, and leadership figures amid rapid upheaval in early modern China.
Hood students prepare a Christmas carol program with senior led groups visiting faculty homes and the home of the President and Mrs Stahr. The program includes a violin solo, organ accompaniment, and a reception for freshmen. The college will close for Christmas Friday and resume January 4.
Mrs Ernesto Webb reports a Florida boom after a twelve day visit to Milam Hollywood and Vicinity noting many houses and apartments being built and hotels reopening. She says trailer camps like Snow Dodgers are rising with costs for electric water and space up to ten dollars, and prices for rooms and meals are higher as wealthy winter visitors arrive. Weather was summer like, and she briefly stopped in St Augustine before returning.
A circuit court case on appeal from a $5 fine was continued with an immediate verdict withheld after two hours of testimony. G Budell Dinmewak appealed following conviction by Juntiors Willian Campbell for failing to yield and a collision at the Harper Ferry Burkittevile intersection. Kidwell’s car and Paul A Wood’s vehicle were involved at the old brick schoolhouse on October 23. Damages were sought. Kidwell’s eye injury and Wood’s marks were noted. The jury was adjourned until January 4. a drunken driving appeal for Wied A Hoyle was continued due to a doctor’s certificate. The proceeding adjourned with absence of counsel.
Dr Fred eric W. Wilson of Pocomake City sues the county health chief for libel and slander seeking damages of 59000 dollars. Attorney for Wilson claims the case centers on alleged defamatory remarks and altered documents about his medical treatment.
The All Saints Ladies Class met on Monday in the Parke, with three visitors present. Gifts were exchanged among the capacity sisters with a program including readings by Myanny, a gynae, and a period of reports from officers and committee members.
Sp eT CRA announces a pace meeting with limited details due to fragmented text. The readable portions suggest a scheduling note for an event, but exact date location and participants are not discernible.
Fragmented report describes Chiang Kai-shek’s forces under siege as Generalissimo Chiang is said to be alive with protection promised. A trusted envoy delivered a personal appeal while rebels and government factions maneuver amid shifting front lines and intelligence briefings.
Ida Altman Harton of Snow Hill accuses her husband Harry E. Barton of bigamy after he allegedly wed Mary Brandee during a November trip to Baltimore and moved to Pocomoke City with his second wife. Harton swore out a warrant after reading a newspaper account of the second marriage.
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