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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Feb 11, 1937
Page
16
Insurgent forces announced capture of Motril, a coastal city east of Malaga, with little resistance. The seizure occurred as insurgents advanced along the coast near Algeciras on February 1.
The Maryland State Senate unanimously confirms Col. Fimer F. Munshower of Frederick as superintendent of the State Police. Debate centers on whether to curb the superintendent’s demotion powers. the panel rejects the proposed restriction. Munshower met with lawmakers in Annapolis, receiving strong support from Sen. Harry W. LeGore.
The will of Peter E. Bussard, longtime Middletown Savings Bank president, was probated by Register of Wills John Hershberger. The estate valued between 35000 and 45000 dollars leaves 2000 to Zion Evangelical Lutheran church, 300 to be kept for cemetery upkeep, and 150 to each daughter of Charles E. Nikirk with additional bequests to Ruth Bussard and other heirs. Executors named are Samuel D. Bussard and John K. Routzahn.
Vatican reports Pope Pius XII rejoiced at the occupation of Malaga by Francoist forces. The Pontiff hopes the advance will shorten the civil war. Vatican officials say no recognition of the insurgent Junta is planned for now to avoid reprisals against clergy. The Holy Father, in good spirits, received Cardinal Regional at the Vatican.
The Regency and Economy committee finalized its study on county affairs and will likely reveal legislative recommendations by week’s end. Drafts cover proposed actions for the General Assembly in Annapolis, with members from the Frederick Real Estate Board, Farm Bureau, Grange, and local officials present for input.
The committee considers enactment of a State income tax to reduce county taxes on real estate. Agricultural groups, officials, and Farm Bureau and Grange members discuss recommendations. The county delegation to the Maryland Legislature and Farm Bureau leaders are invited to review conclusions Saturday or Monday. Seattle claims to be the healthiest city in the United States.
Divers recovered the wrecked skyliner and three bodies from San Francisco Bay near the airport while crews searched for eight missing passengers. United Air Lines pilots Tommy Thompson and Joe De Cenaro died, with stewardess Ruth Kimmo among the unaccounted. Investigators hint a stall may have caused the fatal plunge.
Annapolis Md February 10 Roosevelt plan to expand the Supreme Court was sent to the Maryland House with a joint resolution urging the state's congressional delegation to oppose the proposal. Delegate Philip J Dorsey introduced the measure as Speaker Emanuel Gorfine sent it to the judiciary committee. The debate noted opposition from Maryland’s congressional delegation and party leaders.
The Board of Aldermen adopted plans to complete the unfinished sewer contract left by the J. A. Laporte Company. Bids will open February 26, with award expected shortly after and work starting in early March. The board also moved to take the project from Laporte at his request and discussed a plumbing code and building code for the city. City Attorney Edward J. Smith reported receiving a telegram from Laporte bondsmen and spoke with company executive J. B. Tideman.
Kansas and New Hampshire lawmakers rejected the proposal, while Ohio and Indiana legislators defeated moves opposing the plan. President Roosevelt had urged reorganizing the Supreme Court, amid ongoing political contention.
A man arrested in Seattle for the Charles Mattson kidnapping registered as Tim D-ovan and as J A Post 32 seaman with ties to the crumpled 28000 fans note left December 27. FBI and state police provided no further comment.
Fragmentary notes describe a figure named G. McDonald involved in a February dispute about "penetal pre. up orders." A detective cites a cheap apartment setting as a possible underworld link, with unclear details and terminology.
The loan committee of the Frederick Production Credit Association held its regular weekly meeting at the association office Wednesday. President Thomas S Darby of Montgomery county presided. About thirty loan applications were listed with several approved and others awaiting final approval.
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