27 Dec 1932
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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Dec 27, 1932
Page
1
President Hoover and party chase bigger game on a southward voyage from Nassau past St Augustine. The fishing trip aims to weigh larger fish like sailfish and barracuda, with Hoover optimistic despite limited success and awaiting a final fishing plan.
An unidentified 68 year old man was found dead after accepting a $500 gift. Police confirmed the man died from an undetermined cause, with investigations ongoing into whether the gift played a role in the death.
The House approved the second appropriation of the session carrying 43 million dollars for the Internet Department next year and sent it back to the Senate. The DePrest proposal to add 460 thousand dollars for a power and heating plan for Howard University, a federally supported Negro school, was defeated 138 to 205.
New York reports that Max Rogers, a renowned stage figure and member of the Rogers brothers, German comedians, dies at 59. A Myrsville play tonight features the Brethren and a large cast under director Harvey Gomsnicke, with Mary Summers and Joseph Toms among the listed roles.
Readable weather data shows precipitation for 14 hours at 7 a mm and today none. December to date precipitation is 2.16 inches, with December total at 1.99 inches against a normal 3.21 inches. Yesterday's high was 43 degrees, compared with last year's high of 3 degrees.
In Minneapolis two robbers seized a store official at gunpoint and forced two others to open the register. They fled to St. Paul ten miles away after beating the assistant manager and manager. Victims were threatened with further payment and released. About $4,000 to $5,000 was taken.
Washington on December 27 AP reports Representative Chax van Cochran of the House Extensions committee prepared to introduce a resolution disapproving Hoover's plan to reorganize government agencies. The measure, brief, opposes the president's restructuring of more than five agencies including river and flood control functions moving to interior.
An unemployed salesman Sidney J Hawks, 38, confessed to poisoning his wife to be with another woman and then killed himself yesterday. The confession, in a 15 page document now in the coroner’s hands, mentions Helen and her family. Local officials report distribution of coats for relief, and Frederick City Hospital notes updates on Charles Sienstury’s eye surgery.
Mrs Susan Dacisman aged 89 fractured her hip after an ice fall in the yard of her home at 13 West. She was treated at the hospital.
A shabby OCR report states a man nicknamed “Boy Promoter” is under indictment in New York for securities fraud involving about 127 050 dollars. The same individual faces federal charges in Chicago for defrauding investors with a dubious security scheme.
Christmas services and programs at Grace Reformed feature choir selections and a presentation by Rev. Kems and Elizabeth Thomas. Gifts from the church youth and Sunday school totaled over 900 dollars, with allocations to memory grades and music programs.
Police, Boy Scouts and friends conducted an extensive search for a nine year old child reported missing in Norwood Massachusetts. The search involved several areas outside the town with help from local authorities and community members.
News item reports the death of the vice president of AT and T at Johns Hopkins Hospital. The brief obituary notes the individual's role and hospital details, with emphasis on the loss to the company and the medical care received.
Local notice records a will involving individuals Humphrey Will and Geer ARS WICK along with Margaret Marsh. The fragmentary text indicates legal disposition or estate matters affecting these named persons. Further details are unclear from the OCR.
In Athens on December 27, a Greek court denied an American petition to extradite Samuel Insull former Chicago utilities official. The case centered on charges of grand larceny and embezzlement and referenced his ties to U S dealings. Greek authorities ruled the proceedings insufficient to compel return to Chicago for trial.
Funeral services for Mrs Jame Clagett Harwood of Washington with rites in the city and interment at McOlivet Cemetery are set for 3 15 this afternoon. She died Christmas Day at the home of her son in law Dr and Mrs Lee Weber Washington aged about 49. Survived by daughter Mrs Nobel Harwood Witberger of Washington and several nieces and nephews including Mr Hugh V Gittinger Mrs A Fisher Mrs Lloyd T MacGill and Claggett Ramsburg among others.
AP reports a Georgia congressman accuses New Jersey Governor Moore of insulting Georgia in the House. The exchange centers on remarks about Burns and a proposed judicial action within Georgia. The dialogue references a 200th anniversary and invokes positions from New Jersey and Georgia legislators.
A notice records licenses issued in Rockville tied to a pending marriage for John Thome, age 26, and an unnamed partner. The fragment confirms license activity and a male party's name, but the partner's details remain unclear in the text.
A man named Rei Stottiemre was arrested early this morning by Officer Laymen for drunkenness. He faced a hearing in police court tonight as bail was set at two dollars fifty cents.
Dexter 3. Tobin a veteran Teamsters leader is the likely pick for secretary of labor in the Roosevelt cabinet. His appointment has been urged on the President-elect by William Green head of the A F L.
Judge Charles W. Woodward of Rockville is appointed associate judge of the Judicial Circuit to fill the unexpired term of Judge Robert B. Peter who resigned. He is currently sitting in dial cases at the November term for Montgomery County and is expected to sit in Frederick County Circuit Court cases soon.
Twelve couples received marriage licenses on Christmas Eve at the Frederick county counter, a daily record for the period. Licensed pairs include Aaron T. Weight of Lewistown Pa and Lottie M. McGee of Yeagers Town Pa, along with several others from Pennsylvania and nearby counties.
In cooperation with State and county home demonstration agents two officers of the Homemakers’ Cities of Montgomery County formed a plan for the year. Activities include February May patterns for spring wear in March April summer clothes in June August meetings in various parts of the county to discuss plans for the following year.
Arthur Late of 358 Park Avenue sustained injuries when he fell on a street Saturday night due to fatigue and a stumble caused by a worn street. He is confined at home under doctor’s orders.
A formidable blaze devastated the Dickerson store and adjacent mail facility causing about $12,000 in damage. Fire crews and neighboring counties battled the flames, saving nearby homes while two engines, one overturned injuring a driver, aided in containment. The cause remained undetermined while investigations continued.
A fragmented news snippet notes a solo voyage crossing the ocean with limited readable details. The item mentions miners and a potential charity or rescue angle tied to a land area of 21 acres and a trading context. Further readable facts are sparse due to the damaged OCR.
An early AP report states a deadly house fire in Rome ending the lives of Daro Fick, 16, Aldrich Cote, 6, and another child, with two others reportedly dying in the flames or from injuries. Investigators probe the blaze as officials confirm fatalities and seek cause.
A man armed with a pistol and a dagger seized the former Kaiser’s Doorn residence. The incident involved Helmish Fusche and Ridins 14 towers, with Beuered reportedly pursued by authorities after the confrontation.
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