Fire Alarm Sweeps Grand View Hotel. Six Missing
In Ripon Wisconsin on February first six people including a former Wisconsin and Chicago Rockets football player are missing presumed dead after a blaze destroyed the Grand View Hotel. Police report indicate 48 guests were in residence and one man escaped with bruises while patrons aided fire crews fleeing smoke and flames.
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Treason Trial Clerks and Witnesses Named in Axis Case
Disjointed notes report former prisoners of war called as witnesses in a treason trial. Names include Grover McKinners and Captain Harvey Crosthwaite with prosecutors led by John M. Keller. Mentions propaganda broadcasts overseas and German actors. A separate item notes a fatal plane crash near Mount Rainier, with three victims referenced. A Chicago settlement proposal follows regarding railroad wage and hour talks with 16 non operating unions.
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Sal Ireason
Grover C. MecKinners
Denver
Harvey Crosthiwaite
Fien
Ontario
Canace
John M. Keller
MacNinnex
Crosby
Mildred E. AnAwna
Charlie
Chicago
Gas fumes injure pupils and teachers at Lincoln Elementary
In McAllen Texas on February 1 four of an estimated fifty pupils and eight teachers were overcome by gas fumes as they left Lincoln Elementary classrooms. An emergency room and school clinic treated the victims while officials investigated possible causes linked to faulty heating pipes in the cold conditions.
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Rockwell Faces Restitution in Bank Fraud Case
Ralph Rockwell of near Mercersburg was found guilty in Circuit Court of false pretense for defrauding Middletown Bank of 2731.47. His sentence was deferred and restitution arranged with weekly payments. a $2000 cash bond was posted by his father while awaiting repayment efforts.
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Ralph Rockwell
Mercersburg
Middletowings Bank
Reda
Patrick M. Schrauf
Howard R. Poe
Ivania
Rockwell
Gas Main Break Halts Flow Near DuPont Plant
DuPont official J Clark Barreli said a 12 inch gas line break near an Orange suburb had been isolated and gas flow would stop shortly. The incident would cause a partial plant shutdown but not a serious or long lasting disruption.
New York Congressman Settles $200000 Slur Libel Suit
A New York congressman has settled out of court a $200,000 slander and libel suit against promoter Mile Jacobs. The suit was resolved after initial court action, with terms undisclosed. The filing notes reference a deed recorded in Woodville with Johannes H. Bauer involved and a consideration around $15,008.
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Johannes H. Bauer
W York
New York
I Mile Jacobs
Halts Imports And Money Transfers Prompt Navy Order
A government order halts imports and transfers of money and oil transportation. The move restricts private porters and appoints officials to manage port activities and ensure compliance with the new protocol.
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Buengsey
Juan D
Groundhog Day Weather and Road Crews Tackle Icy Strips
Crowds gathered as local residents faced six weeks of luck depending on the groundhog shadow. State and County Roads units spread across highways to cinder and widen icy spots, with twenty one County Roads trucks and 1% State Roads units working on stabilizing roads today. Bus routes were to improve and Blue Ridge Lines reported on time arrivals. Snow removal crews persisted on South Market Street and West Patrick, while Gambrill State Park noted 2 to 6 inches of snow and ice laden branches posing hazards. Overnight low 25 with highs near 35, largely sunny conditions forecast for today and tonight fading into Wednesday.
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Market Street
Brock
West Patrick
Focal Observer
Gambrill State Park
Son's Marriage Story Challenged by Mother in West Virginia
A West Virginia mother disputes her son's marriage narrative claiming no children resulted from the ceremony. She says records show a marriage in St Louis and a Cumberland birth, while other notes reference a Gren return. The report blends fragmented family claims with a broader world event item about peace talks in Israel and U S labor recalls.
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Mulmert
Bataan
Charlie Beker
Wl Roe
St. Louis
Cumberland
Pensions For All Veterans Strike Snag
The brief notes a snag in a veterans pension program, citing unclear leadership and stalled progress. It references the Presidents’ message and questions whether the plan can move forward. The wording suggests uncertainty about eligibility and administration.
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Forfeitures Reported in Collision and Traffic Violations
In a Saturday session at Peoples Court Richard K. Miller of 1095 North Market Street faced accusations of reckless driving by State Trooper Patrick Stakem Jr. A collision involving two tractors caused $1300 in damages. Officials including Manuel Weinberg and Oliver Krassell presided over related forfeitures. fines cited include $495 for traffic control device violations and $6 for center alignment. Additional notes reference licenses, direction, and local names such as Austin Lease and Eugene Gulic.
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Richard K. Miller
North Market Street
Patrick Stakem. Jr
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Manuel AL Weinberg
Peoples Fieming
Oliver B. Krassell
Baltimore
Lacy H. DeGranse
Austin
Charles B
Eugene H. Gulic
Kem
Speed and altitude feats in early aviation reported
An aviation executive claims the first aircraft to exceed sound speed and reach 30 000 feet, describing novel velocity figures and altitudes. The report notes rival advances and mentions ongoing government and corporate involvement in aerospace development.
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Wreckage May Be That Of Lost Plane
United States and allied forces pursued a missing bomber with 15 aboard after reports of wreckage off the Canary Islands. Officials in Madrid and London cautioned that the debris could not be definitively identified and search efforts continued with nations including the United States France and Britain involved.
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U. S
Adien
Canary
Edward Trial For Slaying Two Begins
A trial opens for Edward charged with killing two individuals. prosecutors present medical examiner findings as key evidence while defense questions causation and identity in the courtroom.
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Edward
Train delay after mischief amid snowy travel between San Antonio and Dallas
A report notes a late train between San Antonio and Dallas, with passengers including R. Newman and others delaying service by rough behavior. Locals say the trip normally lasts about two hours and the event occurred amid snowball tossing and relaxed conduct.
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Dallas
Sharp Words Signal China Peace Effort Strains
A political report outlines how Li Pengzu and Sun Fo leaders pressed for peace talks with the White House style warnings to China’s Reds. The plan faces resistance from both government and Communist factions, with three separate bids approved by Nanking councilmen and leaders in Enanchri and Hankow as Beijing seeks a way to seat delegates.
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Hankow
Banquet Honors Ladies Auxiliary of Junior Fire Co
About 126 members and guests attended the annual banquet and dance at Hotel Frederick. Rev Weaver acted as toastmaster and a bedspread was presented to the president for her year of service. New officers for 1959 were announced amid remarks from Francis B Sappington Esterly Bell Imyer Ruth and Danner with music from Katherine Bruthey and Danner.
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Val Weaver
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Francis B. Sappington
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James Imyer
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Abt Vier Press- Gman
Baltimore Welcomes Onera for Two Nights
Onera—an AN appearance—takes the stage in Baltimore for two nights starting March 21, bringing music fans to the venue. The event marks a notable stop on the artist’s tour, sharing performances with locals and drawing a mix of longtime followers and new listeners.
Extended Forecast For Maryland Delaware Summary
Weather outlook for Maryland and Delaware shows near normal temperatures with periods of rain or snow. Forecast calls for warmer Friday and Saturday with additional rain or snow Sunday, and total precipitation around 4 inches in the period.
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Delaware
Widy
Debates on unions strikes and government power
A fragmented prewar commentary outlines the tension between union strength and government injunctions like the Taft Hartley act. It argues permanent no strike orders stall labor leverage and calls for compulsory arbitration with a neutral board to resolve disputes. It warns against one sided protections for either side and stresses interdependence of workers and employers.
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Congress
Ching Criticizes Labor Bill Amid Service Controversy
Cyrus S. Ching, head of the Federal Mediation Service, tells Congress a Labor Department shift would undermine impartial mediation. He calls the plan a step backward and warns it could hinder industrial relations. Secretary Tobin opposes placing the service under the Labor Department, while Truman reportedly backs the move.
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Norway Eyes North Atlantic Pact Amid Scandinavian Talks
The State Department said the United States hopes Norway and other nations will join discussions on the proposed North Atlantic security pact. Scandinavia’s stance may be decided in the next week to 10 days as Sweden, Norway, and Denmark consider their policies, with Norway possibly first to decide. Norwegian Foreign Minister Halvard Lange to address Parliament on defense talks as the Labor party backs closer Western cooperation. A Scandinavian meeting is planned to discuss defense, with Denmark watching Sweden’s neutrality.
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