05 Feb 1932
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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1932
Page
1
City police detained a man described as possessing a walking arsenal near a hardware store. Authorities reported finding an array of improvised weapons and potential explosive devices. No injuries were reported as investigations continue.
Early This Morning on Sach Street a man and a woman were charged with breaking and entering and jewelry theft. Authorities say they concealed arms and cartridges inside stolen coats, including a double-barrel shotgun. Sheriff’s deputies seized the clothing and weapons as evidence.
A moving van worker identified as O. Hicks of Broo is detained on suspicion of murder after a child’s body was found. Police continued to investigate the circumstances surrounding the death and potential motive.
Fragmentary weather note reports temperatures and sun moon events with unclear dates. Mentions low temperature, sunset and moonrise times, but specifics are unreadable.
A Teur yeenth Street resident involved in a Saturday crash near Thurmont was hospitalized with a concussion and facial lacerations. The incident, blamed on a possible steering issue or wind, occurred when the vehicle struck a pole, overturned, and required rescue efforts by responders and Dr. B. J. Jam.
Fragmented text describes public pressure for repairs to a local infrastructure item amid confusion about equipment and services. Officials and workers are referenced in a tense scene with mentions of a clock and central control, though details are unclear.
The report notes Barney Dreyfuss, prominent figure in baseball, died at a New York hospital. The fragment mentions hospital events, wreck victims, and names linked to Bertha Brand daughter and other individuals with addresses, but the text is incomplete and jumbled.
Strong gusts toppled poles for the Chesapeake and Potomac Telephone Co and damaged trees in multiple towns including Woodsboro and Emmitsburg. A garage collapsed near Camp Braddock as rain accompanied the storm. power outages were reported in several small towns. Temperature and rainfall trends were noted with a cold front moving in after midnight.
Miss Maree Swegner of Rockingham North Carolina escaped serious injury after a snow sleet storm caused her mobile to skid and crash into a telephone pole on Wisconsin avenue near Washington DC She was a guest at the Francis Scott Key hotel and was taken to the Wayside Inn for first aid before resuming her journey home
Vatken City reports a Vatican decree restricting mixed marriages between Catholics and non Catholics. The Congregation of the Sacred Office requires education of children as Catholics and prohibits dispensations unless pledges are fulfilled. The pope approved the decree, tightening enforcement.
Montgomery county police traced the 32 caliber pistol used in the murder of Horace D. Waters to the original buyer. The weapon, a miner pistol, had been shipped to Inman Olmstead West Virginia in 1905. Authorities aim to identify the owner who discarded the gun on a nearby bridge. Suspect Sidney, colored, of Washington State, held in Rockville jail related to the case, while Buddie Prater and others face investigation.
Report shows January fines collected by the county police court at Vic. 1956 total included 896 from mower vehicle offenses and 50 from costs, with 633 balance carried forward and 50 added to county costs. A Washington distributor quoted 83.39 per set for radio radios.
Reports indicate increasing fatalities following a major earthquake in Santiago. Ongoing rescue efforts focus on collapsed structures and securing aid for affected residents.
Campaign text outlines former Semaine figure Lewis launching a presidential bid. Details mention political movement, early platform aims, and anticipated campaign events.
Gar Wood claimed a new world speed record with a two way average of 712 miles per hour aboard Miss America IX on the Indian Creek course near Mum Beach Florida on February 5. The report notes Wood and his family present at the event and lists his typical entourage. A brief line mentions ordination service and Navy authority details that accompany the dispatch.
Reports from Shanghai indicate a major Japanese bombardment around Chapei and the North Station with Chinese defenders reportedly forced from the area. Japanese forces landed a 1,900-strong bluejacket contingent as U.S. troops and vessels, including the Chaumont, entered the city to aid in the battle. Chinese aviation claimed several Japanese planes shot down, while casualty figures exceeded 200 on both sides.
Two men were detained following a disturbance near the 28th area involving a rubber hose and a confiscated 219 gallons. Local authorities reported officers recovered a hoard of equipment and began an investigation into the incident.
Joseph C Byron a leading Washington county businessman and father of state senator William D Byron died at his Hagerstown home at 62. A USMA graduate, he served in multiple wars and retired as a major. Survived by three sons and two brothers.
Washington Letter discusses postwar European loans and the impact on U S policy. It recalls Senator Arthur Robinson from April 1920 and reflects on responses toward Glass era financial policies and related political sensitivities.
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