Mercury topps again drops ten below zero
February week stays colder than last year as main state roads in this section remain fully open with historic low temperatures noted.
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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Feb 07, 1935
Page
1
February week stays colder than last year as main state roads in this section remain fully open with historic low temperatures noted.
Pleas renewed to feed starving birds and erect shelters were reported today as eight birds were found dead from starvation or freezing in a field. Snow and sub zero temperatures grip Frederick and county with forecasts of slight warming tomorrow. Monocacy River ice again blocked, Creagerstown isolated briefly, and Chewsville recorded 12 below zero before rising. Page five continues with nurse Irene L Scheel’s appointment as Superintendent of Nurses at Deaconess Sanatorium Albuquerque.
Washington debate grows over a proposed rule change to invite administration officials to the Senate floor for detailed questioning on work relief measures. Critics warn of swift resignations if such a rule passes, while some progressives weigh potential benefits.
Washington reports government economist says farmers will receive 422 million dollars in checks this year under the AAA program. More than 10 million checks totaling 629 million had been issued by the start of the current month as the program expands nationwide.
Margarethe Hedwig Welfert, bookkeeper for Issler Fisch, prepared to testify about the Bronkfurier finances to aid the defense of Bae Beveimane. She is positioned to provide financial details relevant to the case and assist the defense strategy.
Governor Nice cites hidden financial state as reason for delays in $2 car tag plan. Legislature confronts a January deficit of 571 074 dollars and forecasts a larger year end shortfall. House member Mayme Collins narrowly escapes a hotel basement fire while rescuing heirlooms.
New York reports slight improvement in financial markets with more active trading. Bulls show restraint as rails rally strengthens hopes for an upward trend. The pound opens at 4.88 dollars, call money at 1 percent. grains firm and bonds steady. foreign exchanges inch higher.
Annapolis February 7 AP Senator H W LeGore a Frederick Republican introduced a bill changing liquor license fee distribution. It would redirect half of fees currently sent to the licensed city to Frederick County Commissioners for children's aid work, after agreeing with officials handling the aid.
In Wilkes-Barre Pennsylvania a court injunction restrains the United Anthracite Miners of Pennsylvania from interfering with Glen Alden Coal Company operations. The move comes after the first strike shots earlier that week as four pickets were blocked. three were captured, one escaped, no injuries reported. A separate item notes a monthly meeting of Salon No. 57 Le Petite Chapeau de Femmes at the American Legion Home with reports, initiation, and investments.
A 65 hour jury deliberation in Pottstown Pa ends with Joseph J Bruno, former county detective, convicted of voluntary manslaughter in the Kelayres election night riot. The sentence carries a term of six to twelve years in prison.
William Almer Barnes of New Windsor faces indefinite jail time for contempt of court over nonpayment of alimony. Barnes reportedly said he likes jail life and will not pay, with history dating to 1924 when Hazel E. Barnes was divorced. Sheriff Shipley seeks custody until he complies. Doctor per 800 residents noted. Sweden lower doctor rate per person.
Rockville February 7 AP jewelry theft charges against George S Scarlette, chauffeur who eloped with Jane Cooke, were dismissed by Police Judge Donald A De Lashmutt after witness testimony questioned. Judge noted veracity of two witnesses was similar and called it a family affair.
The Elks held Past Red Rulers Night at the Wis Club with Frederick Lodge presiding. Past Exalted Rulers Richard P Ross Alfred W. Gaver Paul I. Payne Benjamin B. Rosenstock J. Harry Kennedy William B. Bennett Arthur T. Rich and Charles A. Opel Jr attended the gathering. Francis M. Peswrott spoke on Lindom and each ruler recalled their year of service. The lodge plans amaker on February 12 Lincoln's Birthday.
Kalamazoo contractor and employer Clarence Frechette, 25, confessed to shooting Robert Brown, 25, in Howell, Michigan, January 29 and carrying the body in the car trunk for nine days. He was arrested near Reno Tahoe border with three hitchhikers as Frechette recounted the fatal dispute over Brown's alleged relationship with his girl.
The old Methodist church on East Church Street is being remodeled into offices and apartments under owners R Rush Lewis and Ransom R Lewis Jr. Preliminary work began Monday with a six week target. First floor offices, second floor four apartments and two offices, third floor all apartments. The project includes removing brownstone trim, new windows, and tower removal. The adjacent parsonage, also owned by the Lewis brothers, was previously converted to apartments.
Aurora February 7 AP Jesse Doyle indicted in Bremer kidnapping case slugged a Federal Justice agent last night and escaped by leaping from a hotel window. File bankruptcy petitions Pelikons filed in U S District Court by Rodney R Kelly and Lucie E Kelly near Monrovia. Kelly liabilities $8 01933 assets $3 905 Mrs Kelly liabilities $686 888 assets $3593 Referee Holden S Fellon assigned the matters.
Fleming-ton reports defense for Bruno Richard Hauptmann argues framed evidence after a New York doctor testifies the kidnap ladder rail had only one square hole when examined. He disputes government photos and says nail hole patterns do not confirm Hauptmann’s attic link. Witnesses challenge credibility of a key state's eyewitness, while police note multiple prints found on the ladder.
William Ricketts was arrested this morning by Officer Swomley and taken to jail on a drunkenness on the street charge. He is to have a hearing in Police Court tonight.
The report lists daily precipitation for 24 hours ending today and February to date, with February normal and actual totals for 1934. It notes yesterday's high and last night’s low temperatures, and provides sunset and moonrise times, despite garbled text on several values.
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