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Location

Frederick, Maryland, United States of America

Date

Feb 10, 1947

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Fire Rips County Garage and Other Fleet Buses

Fire destroyed a county garage housing vehicles and equipment with flames spreading to nearby property. Firefighters saved several autos and a church hall in Bartonsville as crews fought the blaze with limited water supply. Multiple units battled the fire, which damaged adjacent buildings and disrupted local operations.

Laske 4A Datage Joseph Vdaroy Orn Bart Slie Hore Wetit Bettie Ducheany Danny Booster Stheams Newt Borg Cols Church Hue Beer Theoati Ag Dante onPed & Norris Bartonsville Golding Bf Couriy Mack Market and Fifth Street

Bill Provides Bank Closings On Saturdays

A chaotic OCR text reports that Anmapulis and nearby towns plan Saturday bank closings amid protests. It cites lawmakers and a treasury department official discussing legal authority and potential exemptions. The article mentions named individuals and places, with encounters forecast for a Saturday closure.

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Wedding of Mari Anne Maples and Dale Levertson

Miss Mari Anne Maples and Lt Dale Levertson were married in an Evangelical Reformed church ceremony Saturday afternoon. Rev Dr Barnhart and Rev Paul J Althouse officiated before a large gathering. The bride wore a white brocaded gown with orange blossom veil, and carried lilies. matron of honor Dr William Sammons wore aqua bengaline.

Marianne Maples Dale Levertson A. U.S Madrid Evangelical Reformed Church William QR. Barnhart Hood College Paul J. Althouse Sam Wynn Maples Miss Maples William Sammons Chicago Janz

Port of Pola shooting shocks world war era

A British officer Brig. R. W. M. De Winton was shot dead by a woman at Pola an Adriatic port and naval base. Italian police strengthened defenses before embassies as crowds protested the peace treaty awarding Pola to Yugoslavia. A Yugoslav guard fired into a doorway. no one was hit. Police demanded arms surrender and the Morosay flag be lowered, a request refused.

Rome Fes R. W. M. de Winton Pola Yugoslavia Malan Vener Giulia Yuugoslayia Legation Josip Defranceski Taian

Isbell to Coach Colts in Baltimore bid

Baltimore Feb 1061 President Tod Rodenberg of the Baltimore Colts announced Cecil Isbell of Purdue would coach the team for five years. Isbell left Purdue after a lucrative deal he called highly satisfactory. Isbell, a former All American back at Purdue, was a standout for the Green Bay Packers in pro football.

Baltimore Tod Rodenberg Baltimore Colts Cecil Isbell Purdue Isbell Thell Green Bay Packers Colts Miami

Confusing OCR Briefs Highlight Regional Figures

Fragmentary text references regional leaders and events, mentioning Washington, Petch, universities, training, and capital matters. Details are unclear, but the note implies a discussion of leadership, training programs, and local outlooks with no cohesive narrative or date.

Cold Weather Forces Florida School Closings

Severe cold swept the Southeast with snow, sleet, and ice as Florida and nearby states faced school closures. Reports from Jacksonville to Miami noted low temperatures, fog, and power concerns while utilities urged conservation. Damaging winter conditions extended into Tennessee, Georgia, and the Midwest, stranding travelers and disrupting transport as crews fought eight-foot drifts and blocked highways.

Dies Here of Injury in Florida Drowns in Frederick

Noah Samuel Brooks died at Frederick City Hospital at 6 05 a m after a fall in Tampa Florida. He was 78 and retired from the B&O Railroad after forty seven years service. Survived by son Homer G Brooks of Cumberland and several siblings and grandchildren. Funeral services at East Church Street Funeral Home will be Tuesday at 7 00 a m with interment in Fairmont W Va. MS Estinson and Son, funeral director.

Noah Samuel Brooks Alo. Davis Hansonville Frederick City Brooks Homer Tamma Richard Barbara Ferro Brooks O, RR. Co Homer G. Brooks Cumberland Thurett Brooks Wheeling Harry Trookt Fir Marshall Brooks Baltimore Fannie jCatteoel Greensburg Mate Ne Qamin Miami Homer C. Brooks, Jr Par- Wong Wizard Dixon Macutherhind William Lee Brooks Parsons W.va NG East Church Street Fairmont W. Va St Etcinson and Son

Gas Furnace Fires Kept Low by Manufacturers

Pittsburgh reports manufacturers urged to keep gas furnace fires and stoves at an absolute minimum to conserve fuel during severe winter. U S Steel began redirecting gas to homes, while many plants faced layoffs as regions including western Pennsylvania and Ohio grapple with freezing weather and fuel shortages.

Pittsburgh the & Con Aay Array Light and Heat Co Penneylvania Ohio Iol Pas Equitable and Peoples U.S. Steel Corp Prodaeteu Tee Rae Custerere Fierdoughe dl Weetery Permevivenia Riker Atpere

Firemen and Auxiliary Attend Church Service

A report notes firemen and auxiliary members attended a church service on Sunday at 2 oclock. The event included the usual prayers and a talk by a lay speaker, with attendees from the fire department and associated groups gathering for the service.

Oppose More Taxes On Real Estate Here

The Frederick board debates statewide and local tax plans as county officials consider two percent gas or road tax options and a possible one cent per hundred weight levy. Commissioner Samuel W H Young favors shifting any increased tax burden to gasoline for roads, arguing a broader tax harms the poor. The board awaits a statewide meeting to decide action.

Board of Cian Vo Commissioners Renal Frederick Menther Tee Tre Washinton County Samuel WH Young

Five Escape Three Caught At Eastern State Prison

Five convicts fled over the wall of Mohnner State Prison early today, police recaptured three as two remained at large. The escape followed a prior mass breakout in 1932. officers, aided by a police radio car, tracked suspects to Seeand Norris streets and elsewhere in Philadelphia. Warden Beveridge reported guards fired at the wall while a stolen ladder aided the break, and the alarm brought quick follow up by authorities.

Philadelphia Hohner State Prison Wanemeron Jougeerm Pebbers Eastern State Penitentiary William Skelton de eGo Thai Bert Peekee Robert J. Beveridge Skeltan Beveridge Quaker City Davidt Aiken Clarence Klindbert Spencer Waldron Aiken Klindbert Seeand Norris Waldren Willie Sutton Frederick Tenuto Tie Tower Fhev Pone

Ten Days Pass Without Entry OF Divorce Case

Equity Court shows no new divorce entries since January 28 with a ten day gap. Clerk Arthur Leek and Chief Deputy Seve Gan note no reason given for the shutdown in the docket. Only 24 percent of cases filed in the prior period were divorces, suggesting a pending backlog or pause in filings.

Equity Court Ues Arthur HH Leek Fourres Aps Lad Sear

Winter Grip Extends Over City and County Weather

The region endures a cold snap with record lows and windy conditions. Weekend reports note temperatures around ten below and skies clearing by Saturday. Residents braved the chill to attend late events and feed supplies held steady as fuel lines persisted.

Romney Indicted Over Alleged Congressional Accounts Fraud

Romney, former Sergeant at Arms, faces federal charges for knowingly falsifying figures in accounts tied to his office. Indictment accuses him of defrauding the government by cheating through manipulated deposits and checks. Each count carries up to one year imprisonment and a $10,000 fine.

Washington Romney Heese Geant At Arms Federa Ogeanek Sergeant At Arms Maree

Local Building Halted as CPA Agents Inspect

CPA agents checked on a local Civ- Din Production Administration site near Frederick last week and halted work at a residence due to alleged government regulation violations. Congressman Glenn Beall was being contacted to determine what can be done, while City Engineer W Haymond Walther denied prior CPA involvement and noted ongoing spending restrictions on new construction.

Civ- Din Production Administration Tie Frederick Cons Aressman A. Glenn Beall W. Haymond Walter CPA

Western Pa Snow Drifts Halt PA and NY Traffic

snow drifts blanketed western Pennsylvania and parts of New York shutting schools and services. Dozens of cars stalled on highways and sixteen people, including young girls, were marooned by the drifting conditions near a state park area as rescuers worked through the night to reach them.

Chicago Weather Bureau Jacksonville Fla Minto Orlanda Viruds Tay Fogeeyet Dayton Beach Sanford Yeh Dean Cleveland Crewe Erie Poniecaia State Park Lake Drie Fishers

High Court Upholds Abateh Act Section

Washington February 10 The Supreme Court upheld the Abateh Act, ruling that certain voters cannot participate in active party campaigns. The decision centers on prohibitions affecting eligibility for political activity.

High Warhington Thea Supreme Court

Britain Faces Coal Crisis as War-Time Shortage Looms

Fragmented wartime dispatches describe Britain facing an imminent coal shortage and political strain. Prime Minister Attlee convenes the shadow cabinet to discuss possible censure of the government while Attlee warns of intensified emergency measures and coal rationing amid widespread newspaper coverage.

Lovie Owen Peter Stumwetl Dayton Cyedd Poltiea Ris Netwerka Toases Carneutis Torkay Prine Artheo Warston Clorechitl Prione eNovistors Attlee Cinge de Ben Smith Conneryvactives Itiock

Wedding of Mirs Anne Ridgely Stier in Saint Johns

Mirs Anne Ridgely Stier daughter of Mrs Richard 2. Ph Kelley wed at St John s church with Mr FF Lester Smith. The groom s brother Gregory Smith of St Albert s College Middletown attended. Bride wore brown gabardine suit with brown accessories and gardenia corsage. Mrs Charlot English of Walkersville was matron of honor. Reception followed in the church hall.

Mirs Anne Ridgely Stier Richard Ph Kelley Sith Pha East Second Street Lester Smith St. John Nev Gregory Smith St. Albert's College Middletown Novy Ostevet Onain Tie Ran

Rohrbaugh Sues Thartvant for 1000 Damages in Circuit Court

Clare Rohrhaugh of Braddock files in Circuit Court a $1000 damages claim against Tyler Thartvant. The complaint alleges the defendant denied parking at Bagter's tourist ramp on the western outskirts of the city, near Rohrbaugh's car, amid disputed events on December 4.

Sun Tin Clarerence Rohrhaugh Braddock Tyler Thartvont Pie Leenl Lion Ety Rohrbaugh Throwah Eelaan FooNaeirk Faye Fe Kag Bagter

Protit Taking York Feb Tech The Year

A fragment from a historical page mentions York and February with references to technology and a focus on handicapped access. It also notes Tasers and peer actions in a moderate context. The readable text hints at ongoing debates about security devices and accessibility in the era.

Protit York

Supreme Court delay leaves wage case tied to portal pay

The Nation Today reports on the Moune port al wage case involving worker overtime at Clemens. The Supreme Court ruling may determine if back overtime pay is owed. lawmakers consider patching wage laws now to avoid further delays.

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Bricker Backing Taft Seen If Announcement Comes

Washington reports say Senator Bricker may back Taft as the Republican favorite son if he announces in Columbus on Thursday. Colleagues note Bricker could declare his preference ahead of a party leaders confab, shaping the 1952 nomination outlook.

Washington Ub Om Bricker Wild Unislwerk Taft and Vanden Cherie Ferends Ohio Fricker Columbus Ehalee

Gas shortages hit West Virginia towns and industries

Gas company actions in West Virginia aim to conserve fuel amid shortages. Welfare and business districts face curtailments as households limit heating and bakeries reduce ovens. Public wheels and coal counties experience idle workers while officials keep essential services running.

Wheeling W Va Citta Valley Ntfaral Gas Company Wee Virginia Ausperain Caebel Marehalp Morris

Yugoslavia Signs Peace Treaty Amid Territorial Cessions

Yugoslavia signs a peace treaty after backing down on major territorial claims. The accord awards cany regions including the Canale river valley, Gorizia, Venetian Slovenia, Trieste, and parts of Tytria to Yugoslavia, while Mussolini era possessions exit the empire. Reparations are set at 160 million, Yugoslav armed forces capped, and international administration may apply to some zones. Former U.S. officials note the shift as the United States endorses the settlement.

Paci Webs TV Pepanctin Poltawang Pawsers Germany Foret Maine Inter Wall Rome Tilia Subatery Vurroday Canale River Valley Gorizia Maly Eritrea Somaliland Libya Ethiopia Albania Mussolini Dodeey Islands Greece France Riss du Bom Yugoslavia U.S James Fo Nyrnes Jefferson Catters United States

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