Mattson Family Gains Confidence Over Kidnapping Case
The Mattson household, including Dr. W.O.W. Mattson and his wife, showed renewed confidence that their 14 year old daughter Muriel and brother Charles would be returned safely amid ransom talks. Dr. Mattson denied making any statements about negotiations and rejected reports of contact with the kidnapper. A mysterious automobile linked to the case sparked speculation as a $28,000 ransom possibility loomed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pacama
Chytins Matis
Abe Daetar
W OW Mattson
Tian
Matican
Ming i
Muriel
Ster
Charis
Mattson
Willan
Charles
Wow Mattson
Tacoma
Almort
Mildred Mattson
Tyr
Bulbs Stolen From Brunswick Greens
Bulbs disappeared from decorative poles on Potomac street in Brunswick over the past weekend, about three bulbs per pole. Police noted prior thefts by Frederick culprits but replacements were funded by a local business to preserve the display after Christmas. Police warnings apparently halted further thefts once bulbs were replaced.
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Brunswick
Frederick
Potomac Street
Prof Smith Injured In Sidewipe Crash Near Honey Mil
Prof J Keller Smith of Mt Airy suffered a broken bone in his right hand and his wife and daughter were bruised and cut when the car returning to Mt Airy was sidewiped by a westbound machine driven by C OW Coliier of Martinsburg West Virginia near Honey Mil on the National Highway about 6 miles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prof. Smith
J. Keller Smith
Mt Airy
C. OW
Coliier
Martinsburg
W. Va
Honey Mil
Chimney Fire Destroys Home At 244 East Seventh Street
The Junior engine and Citerns truck were dispatched about 520 Wednesday evening to a chimney fire at the home of George Houck on East Seventh Street. The blaze was brought under control with no damage reported.
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Welock
George Houck
East Seventh Street
Weather Record Precipitation and Temperatures Notes
Fragmented weather data records show December precipitation and year comparisons. Figures include 20 inch current precip for home area, December to date, and December normals. year 1935 and 1936 values cited with various dates. Temperature details list yesterday 42, last night minus 40, and a year ago minus 7 with a forecast near 41 for tomorrow. Moonset times noted as 8 a.m.
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Byceee
Rebel Cause Leaders Faced With Arrest in ArdOnt Clash
An account describes Rebel Cause figures Gon Miguel Cabineltis and Spineh revel pervs inal as heads bowed amid tense moments in ArdOnt. Police containment and command forces tighten control while officials report no immediate arrests.
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Almospuerre
Miguel Cabineltis
Hurtas
Coal Truck Case Proceeds In City Court Afternoon
The trial against Romy in a coal truck license dispute proceeded in Frederick court this afternoon. City officer Diantet Stamey led the case with collateral of 99 dollars posted for the defendant. City Attorney Eduard J Smith prosecuted for the city while Patrick M Schnaufler defended Romours.
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Frederick
Harod Wei
Romsburg
Diantet Stamey
Will
Eduard J Smith
Patrick M Schnaufler
Romours
Deficit Cut But Debt Of U. S. Nears New Peak
In Washington on December 31 AP reports that rising government receipts and falling expenditures trimmed the half year deficit to about 500 million dollars below the same period last year. Public debt climbs toward another peak as statistics suggest Roosevelt will raise income and outgo estimates in his forthcoming message to Congress.
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Washington
Treasury
Roosevelt
Pope’s Pain Dolled By Use Of Sedatives
Pope Pius the twelfth pain in his spine dulled by sedatives eased Easter day as sixteen cardinals and 10000 laymen prayed for his recovery at St Stephen’s Cathedral. Medical attendants said he slept more peacefully than for more than three weeks since his illness worsened by congestive failure forced him to bed.
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Vatican City
Pop Pius
St Stehne
Pont
Condition of Marvin Lined C Culler Reported Unchanged
The condition of Marvin Lined C Culler who is bed bound at his home on South Market Street was reported unchanged today.
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Maror
C Culler
South Market Street
Volunteers From Europe Rally Amid Frontline Crisis
A tense report describes European volunteers rushing to the Spanish front with German shipyards running overtime. The piece mentions a facade of control from Valle AGH and cites confusion over Sabato dates, while noting ongoing tensions as volunteers request support and safe passage.
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Noa Yours day the Desa tde Lloret oftites vil be opm Lalas evgenteg atter Hoel.
Bread truck driver hurt in collision near Pred tick
A bread truck driver was injured after being struck by a moving car and a following truck on the Hagheay road west of Pred tick. The driver, who suffered a lacerated shoulder, was taken to hospital. The other vehicle fled the scene but was later located. the driver faced reckless driving and failure to stop charges.
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Alfungt
Tam. T Hall
Wareris
Hagheay
Tle
Cong
Robert Hoessone
Stindine
Harry Stauffer
Hoonsboro
Studebaker
Charles W. Grove
Braddock Grove
Heseing
Sergi D . Peterson
Poe Mire
Viere
Grove
Sergi
Peterson
Bankys
Stauffer Taketbaugh
Returns Home After S000-Mi Trip Afoot
Curtis R Kefauver of this city walked roughly five thousand miles over nearly two years returning to his Tet Pifth Street home. He crossed Western Massachusetts, Yellowstone Park, Seattle, California, and Monongahela while sleeping near a bear, working nights for meals, and aging from 46 to almost 48.
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Curtis R Kefauver
Aly
Tet Pifth
Kefauver
United States
Pye
Lake
Stefauver
Frederick
Massachusetts
Seattle
Wash
Yellowstone Park
Kefauser
California
Orcheard
Hollywood
Monongahela
Hoffman Denies Lindbergh Money Fund Report
Governor Harne denies any knowledge of a published Philadelphia Record report claiming a $21 650 goldback ransom fund linked to the Lindbergh case was found. State Police Superintendent Kimberling says there is nothing to support the tale and the governor has issued a no comment. The report cites a ransom money find and prompts questions about what Harne might reveal.
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Trenton
Harne
Téchetas Vakane
Bustaty
Ani
Mark O Kimberling
Lindbergh
Farner
William Conklin
Ils Preca Abde
Philadelphia Record
Hott
Tedyyaban
Strikes May Tie Up Most of Auto Industry
Strikes threaten to halt major automakers as United Automobile Workers protests force at Central Motors and Fisher Body plants. Key leaders John Lewis and the union press demands while suppliers warn of cascading shutdowns across production sites. The walkouts disrupt weekly output, raising fears of broader industry slowdowns and inflationary pressure on prices.
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Barat
Vacancies in Maryland Veterans Contingent Announced
Maryland to fill 16 white and five colored spots in the Veterans Conservation Corps with applicants from January 1 to 20. Frederick County Welfare Board, via J Sheldon Turner, notes eligibility rules remain unchanged. veterans discharged after Sept 30 1995 face a one year wait for reselection. Junior CCC enrollment in Frederick County est at 15 white and one Negro aged 18 to 23 from reliefeligible families, now open until January 1.
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Maryland
Third Comes
Sheldon Turner
Caeca
Federick County Welfare Board
Turner
Frederick County
Iifteen
Togely
Welfare Board
CCC
Washington
Some Bloom Fades From Stock Market Activity
New York market activity faded as labor concerns clouded year end cash tax selling weighed on stocks. A few sectors such as rails and specialties showed modest strength near midday while several leaders pulled back amid growing strikes and broader caution. Sterling opened at 49 3/16.
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New York
Wer Neders
Tynor Motor Makers
Storks Sterling
Loyalist Government Releases U S Cargo
The Spanish Loyalist governor diverted a four hundred thousand dollar cargo of tax seed from an American firm. The steamer Matae Mar was requisitioned, redirecting the load to Vera Cruz. The U S embassy in Valencia reported orders to demunicate cargo meters for any damages.
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Washington
State Department
Mexico
Vera Cruz
Valencia
Assault charge leads to fines and county jail mention
Amos Coves was arrested on a charge of making an assault on Harry More. He appeared before Toho Justice Shearan EO Flanagan, a weetmaster, and was sentenced to pay a fine of $1 and costs. In default, he was committed to Carroll County jail.
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Amos Coves
Kee Ville
Harry More
Alex
Toho
Shearan EO Flanagan
Ay Weetmaster
Carrol
Guile
Court Approves Otel Sale By Will Beneficiary Plan
Court approves sale of a 60 foot frontage parcel for 1828 dollars under a will directing proceeds to benefit a hospital for five years after the testatrix’s death. Trustees deed conveyance authorized to Dr Tra T Drandfeld and others per writ.
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Drandfeld
Cirecuit Court
Alice George
API Fivand & Delapyiine Ven
Farmer Injured in Truck Pinning Accident Near Priereville
Roy E Everhart, a well known farmer near Priereville, was confined to home for a week after injuries from being caught between two trucks at his home. He suffered a fractured shoulder when a large ink truck bogged in mud was moved with a second truck. An attempt to remove a fog chain led to a truck drifting downhill and pinning him between the two vehicles. He was taken to a hospital for an x ray and fracture examination before returning home. He remains largely unchanged in condition.
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Roy E Everhart
Priereville
Inez
Als
Mr Everhart
Mr Freibart
Ayerhart
Tom Horpsat Shere
Wilieh
Wille
Gently Ridicings Ban Linked to Christmas Telegrams
A garbled clipping reports a ban related to greetings and telegrams during Christmas season. It notes judges and a year, with reference to releasing a budget and safety or enforcement actions.
Fragments From Northern Ireland Report Dimmed by OCR
Readable lines sketch a Northern Ireland scene with a December 31 note and officials referenced. The fragmented text hints at a ceremony or event, mentioning names and a possible council or officer role, but key facts are unclear due to OCR corruption.
New Deal Controversy Shapes Farm Policy Debates
Amid national debate on agricultural adjustment, supporters and opponents clash over the commission plan under the Agricultural Adjustment Act. The debate centers on production control, price supports, and aid to farmers, with emphasis on how New Deal policies will impact cotton, tobacco, and other crops. Strong voices call for a broader, more effective plan to manage farm income and supply, while critics warn against overreach and inefficiency in federal intervention.
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Ie Cortervadien
Hadley
Aden Wien
Choir To Present Musical Tea Friday Afternoon
The Beans releal church choir led by Mrs Mauld Waters Oltmar will host a musical tea Friday from 4 pm to 6 pm. Older girls and other church members will perform a varied program featuring songs and choruses, with titles including Through Peon, Shartome Bread, and The Side of the Road, all under the direction of the choir mentor.
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Choir
of the Beans Releal Referinta Church
Mauld Waters Oltmar
Tosh
Cnarr
Conaresuthia
Wil
Jen
Volcos
Sullivan
Soto
Dean
Rikin Rho
Anlar
Wolfe
Peon
Jehan Insiey
Tinker
Hart
Barcarote
Fran
Lares
Mottmain
Thera Barger
Reel Kefauser
Pons Dart
Bilzvheh Shaw
Mee
Ditmar
Solow
House of Temem
Weanee By Fire
Mate
Teynett
George Lehtorder
Cele Aw Thegron
Pach Mire
Isretze
Oclooras
Bert Gaia Sania Deneaucr Raehes
Johann” Ores
Morning
Speaka
Trinity Tray
Galean
Corey
Rae
S Pau
Powers 10 Begin Rage For Large Navies At Once
The piece reports on a push by major powers to unleash large naval programs. It notes Britain plans rebuilds and the end of prior naval restrictions under the Washington and London treaties, with accuracy flags on who might respond and timing around year’s start.
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London Dee
Kong
Anthony Eden
Sill
Mike
Comestons Secon
Great Britain
Shioh
United States
Praner
United Shlewies
Battle Over Arm Shipments Sparks Congressional Debate
Washington battles over a potential embargo on munitions to civil war participants. Roosevelt seeks discretionary power as Senate and House committees plan a civil war embargo proposal. The issue follows leaders’ push to restrict arms to Spain amid a broader neutrality policy.
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Washington
Der
CAD
Alsthough
Rowevelt
Ismoad Dacremonary
Vandenburg
Repubucan
Michi ‘Gan
Vantenbureg
Frunswick Lodge Elects Officers at Regular Meeting
At the Brunswick Lodge Mow Mo a9 AL PF and A Mirons held the regular meeting Wednesday evening electing officers. Dr FA BX monds Worshipful Master Charles Ayres Senior Warden Dr W B Watson Junior Warden William AL Campbell Secretary and William Ry Thompson Treasurer were chosen. Appointive officers will be named at the meeting to be held Wednesday evening.
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Brutaewick Lote
AL PF
A. Mirons
FA Bxmonds
Charles Ayres
W. B. Watson
William AL Campbell
Willam Ry Thompson
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