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News

Location

Frederick, Maryland, United States of America

Date

Feb 21, 1928

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Urge New Site for Brunswick High School Debate

A Brunswick School Board hearing heated discussion over relocating Brunswick High School after fire damage. Residents and county education officials debated site options and cost, with names of local figures tied to favored locations.

Brunswick Branewick Runewick High School Frederick County John T. Martin Harry C. Aligure Howard Marvin Jones Harry George Leslie N. Coblentz Lloyd Palmer William L. Gross Robert L. Warfield J. G. F. Smith Palmer George Tones

Lent Readings urged by Episcopal Bishop for Lent

Rev John Gardner Murray and Rt Rev Edward Helfstein urge all denominations or none to read Romans Chapter 12 during Lent. Lent begins Wednesday. They say reading this chapter will bring good results and recommend it for Maryland congregations and frequent sermons this season.

John Gardner Murray Episcopal Church Paul the Apostle Murray Maryland Edward T. Helfenstein Marrland Clerir

Eighteen Drowned in Disasters at Sea

Reported today two separate maritime disasters claim multiple lives. In Norway a steamer Norges sank after a collision near Haugensurd with ten believed drowned. bodies of two recovered. In England the trawler Festeraar sank after collision with the Viva, eight more drowned as crew attempted rescue.

Qelo Norway Norges Haugensurd Bersen Oslo Immedi Grimsby Endland APY Viva

Million Dollar Fire Ravages Freeport Homes

A major blaze in Freeport Illinois destroyed four houses and damaged nearby structures. The fire broke out around 4 am and consumed several buildings near Pfeiffer Cloth, with firefighters from multiple crews battling the flames amid widespread smoke and damage.

Freeport Toss Wera Hacis Ant Pfeiffer Paris Stere Halbert

Frederick Dollar Days Set With 60 Stores In Town

Final preparations for Frederick Third Dollar Days Thursday and Friday bring more than sixty Frederick stores into the event. A 14 page News supplement lists all bargains and features a special emblem on each show window. Merchandise ranges from apparel to hardware and autos with two special price offerings each day. An automobile price special offers a reduced rate tied to age for two days only. Ten thousand supplement copies distributed today with 20,000 more planned to reach nearby counties and Virginia.

Frederick Virginia

McCardell Pitkin Announces Laura Carlisle Pitkin Marriage

McCardell Pitkin announces the marriage of Laura Carlisle Pitkin to Albert N. McCardell in Baltimore on Monday afternoon. Ceremony conducted by Father of St Gregory's Catholic Church. Attendees included Miss Laura McCardell, Mrs. NeCar Bath, and others. Additional social notices follow with dinner at home hosted by Mr. and Mrs. Charles Hobbs, plus neighbors and friends referenced.

Laura Carlisle Pitkin Albert N. McCardell Baltimore St. Gregory's Catholic Church Charles Hobreer Kretzer Missi Kiewer Obhs Ridge Ja Tecenie Hobbs C Ahn George Albertt Schugler Albertt Schugler, Ard Faveidec Gretchen Harry Wood New Market Edgar Mair San Gorgon Mir Stondledacker

Missing College Girl Working as House Maid

Fragmentary report describes a college girl who vanished while employed as a house maid. Text references Mr and Mrs Middier and hints at an investigation or search underway. Further readable details are unavailable.

Issing

Lent Begins On Wednesday In Solemn Observance

The annual Lenten period starts Wednesday with Strove Tuesday marking the day before the first of 40 days of self denial. Churches announce early and late services as believers prepare for deeper Christian devotion. Easter dates seen include March 25 Palm Sunday April 1 Good Friday April 6 and Easter April 8. The piece notes Ember days and shifts in Easter timing past and upcoming.

Antumea St Lucia Frederick

Annual Meeting of Women's Clubs Planned for March 22

About 650 rural women in the Federation of Rural Women's Clubs are meeting to discuss a clothing project led by county demonstrator Miss Helen Pearson. Plans for the federation's annual meeting on March 22 in Winchester Hall are underway and the program includes contests for best dress designs and a state contest at the University of Maryland Short Course.

Federation of Rural Women's Clubs Helen Pearson Winchester Hall Frederick County University of Maryland Cigs Pearson Maine

Legion Plans to Aid Air Service Fields

AP report describes plans involving Barry Jotings Ford Silver plane and Ford fighter unit undertaking support actions. The briefing mentions a chaplain and Sande in connection with a second attempt on February 2, detailing a non stop flight itinerary and air service field improvements.

Legion Barry Jotings Liemni

Washington’s enduring influence cited by Kieffer at Kiwanis

Dr G Seeffer as speaker extolled George Washington’s early discipline and surveying skill. He warned that public service still invites criticism yet praised Washington’s temper, courage, and perseverance through Valley Forge. The talk closed with Marshall’s words “First in war, first in peace and first in the hearts of his countrymen.” Guests included L A Bayer Garry Wright Albert Diggs and G Lloyd Palmer.

G. Seeffer Welica! Reformed Church LBW de Kieffer Frederick Kieffer Lfe Washington M E Dr. Kieffer Valley Forge Congress Jon7 Marshall L. A. Bayer Hagerstomu Garry Wright Albert Diggs Baltimore G. Lloyd Palmer

Woman Burned To Death Along State Highway

Morristown New Jersey February 21 AP unidentified woman found with gasoline saturated clothing in Rames believed abducted in a car taken to a lonely spot where she was set afire. She died at All Souls Hospital three hours after transport by Enon Campbell of Bernardsville. Prosecutor said drugging or unconsciousness prior to placement behind roadside stand suspected.

Morristown N. J Rames Leon All Souls Hospital Enon Campbell Bernardsville Campbell Francis L. Bergen

Berlins May Move to Arizona After Ill illness

The Evening World reports Irving Berlin and his wife Irene Mackay may relocate to Arizona as Mrs. Berlin suffers pernicious anemia. Doctors fear the illness could worsen and strain relations with her father Clarence Mackay, head of Postal Telegraph. The couple have been living in California with their sons Writer and his wife.

New York Irving Beriin Na Mackay Berlin Arizona California Perrin Clarence Mackay Awd Cacenic Fis

Debated Coolidge Prospects in Third Term Talk

The article discusses whether Calvin Coolidge could pursue a third term, noting Hoover’s chances, Dawes as a compromise, and political pressure from La Follette, Bingham, and Fess. It contrasts Coolidge’s silence with the possibility of forced renomination and references reactions to Fess and press disclosures.

Mr. Coolidge Nop Dawes Hoover Deadiock Dawer Atrutgle Coolidge la Follette Cal Bingham Fess Waterman Colorado Hate Hooter

Lindbergh Returns on Chicago St Louis Flight

Charles A. Lindbergh resumes a return flight in a Douglas mail plane ahead of schedule. The legend of a bold postal air service effort is noted as Lindbergh lands in Chicago before continuing to St. Louis. Officials outline plans for upcoming speeches in New York.

Lindbergh Chicago-St. Louis Louis Fed. 2B Cal Charles A. Lindbergh St. Louis Postal Air Service

National Education Association Meeting Highlights Teacher Goals

The passage details aims for higher teacher qualifications and improved conditions, including collaboration among local and state classroom teacher organizations. Mrs Joynes introduced by Bessie M. Brown, Chester Clem led the meeting, with Ella V. Riels and Edna M. Fulmer named to an advisory committee. Frederick High’s Charles Remnaberg elected as N E A delegate to Boston. S. Fenton Harrie named alternate.

National Frederick County Chester GQ Clem As Mannie Ppashea Ella VL. Rrels Brunswick Edna M. Fulmer Bartonsville United States N.ela Charles H. Remnaberg Frederick High School Boston Mass S. Fenton Harrie

George Washington Birthday Observed in Frederick

Frederick observes the birthday holiday with post office hours shortened and bank closures. A Sons of the American Revolution and Daughters of the American Revolution meeting is planned at Francia Scott Key Hotel Wednesday night at 8. Postmaster Biser lists city mail deliveries and collections and notes no total delivery, with parcel post and stamp windows open 7 to 9. Banks remain closed all day.

George Washington Frederick Sons of the American Revolution Daughters of the American Revolution Irving S. Biser

Stranded Driver Frozen to Death in Snowstorm

Cumberland reports Howard James of Pierce West Virginia froze to death after his automobile broke down in a blinding snowstorm while traveling from Parsons to Pierce. He attempted repairs then walked on, but the cold proved fatal.

Cumberland Howard James Pierce W. Va James Parsons

Coolidge Plans Summer Vacation Near Capital

President Coolidge will choose a summer vacation spot not far from Washington. He has enjoyed seashore and mountain areas and has not fixed the exact location yet.

Washington Coolidge Pawi Sa Miansther

Penney Store Fire Causes Major Loss

A fire at a Breman area Penney store caused an estimated $125000 loss with $25900 in three other areas. The blaze began in a basement and prompted responses from local authorities. Further details were unclear due to the damaged source text.

Sarang i Ve Id. C. Penney Oe Breman Proba

Market report notes steel and shares activity in New York

In New York on Feb 21 prices for steel and related shares rose amid broader market moves. The Express and Specialties sections show renewed activity with several standard issues advancing, while some traders avoided risk and moved cautious positions.

Uswa New York Wide Express

Aims At Senate Targeting Notable Member

A fragmented note highlights a senate dispute involving a popular member. The text references a figure named Connally and mentions a security context, suggesting political tensions and a high visibility target within the chamber.

Three Bodies Found While Digging Near College Bridge

Workmen uncover three remains along Carroll Creek near College Avenue bridge. Inspectors note heads crushed on two skulls and bodies appear buried for many years. No uniforms or caskets found, no clothing fragments, suggesting non Civil War origin.

Ouy New Bridge Colleges Carrol Creek College Avenue Bridge Reverdy Cronenburg Natk Terriory Dronenburg

Miners die and are overcome by gas after blast at Kinloch mine

The Kinlock coal mine blast on Monday kills three miners and traps eight. Five workers entering a distant section, unaware of the blast, succumb to toxic gases. Rescue teams at United Mines stations push gear to reach the trapped as fear grows for all.

Pittsburch Kinlock Mite Geveral Cis United Mines

Lewis Wins Michigan Championship in Tight Wrestling Bout

Lew is victorious in a hard fought match against Stecher for the Michigan championship. After a disputed first fall, Lewis pinned Stecher with a decisive second fall via a neck crank, then stretched for the third fall as the crowd roared. The bout lasted over 12 minutes with key moments including Lewis’s famous scissors hold and repeated counter holds.

Heb. TL Lewis Jag Ste Lanige Nebinom Fineh Nelson Lore Pirat Stecker de Seber New York Jase O Stecher

Women urged to attend federation convention in Texas

Mrs. Juin L. Aine of the Maryland State Federation urges all clubs to send delegates to the nineteenth general federation of women's clubs convention in Antonio Texas May 28. Travel details, program notes, and library topics are outlined by Mrs. Sippela and Miss Miriam Apple.

C. A. Muditorium M.N. Kindley Juin L.aine Theral Federation Fede Antonio Texas Jenes Rae Whitecombe Una Er Ps. RL Brary Sion Miriam Apple America Iwai Apple Department of Public J. W. L. Carts

Meeting Notes From Johns Hosking Day Evebinx Gathering

Dr Hagasea of Johns Hosking day evebinx spoke at a meeting of the Fifteen County Medical Society held at 629 Catoctin Coamre Club. The discussion referenced Chronic 4 citis and an address location was given.

Ledicos Fleet Hagasea Johns Evebinx

Jars of the Amarcr TSA T Omiy at E Hikes

Shelved fragments show a cryptic note about jars and hazes in a seaside market scene. Names and places are unreadable, leaving a muted clue to a possible inventory mix up or protest item.

Fragmentary Notice on Local Flag Display

Incomplete OCR text shows a reference to a flag display event with unclear date and role of a person titled as a lieutenant. The fragment hints at orders or placement actions but lacks verifiable details for a full summary.

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K. Warfield Woodsboro New Midway Mr. Warfield Walter LeGores William B. Catshall RL Bell Roy Dern Ladiesburg Grove Academy Oak Hill Trentville Continental County Teachers’ Association Board of Education Freeport, Ill Katherine Elizabeth Tierney Marymount College Torrytown N. Y Long Island SRD McCardell—Pitkin Middier Women's Clubs Sande OR Kieffer Rooney Dutcher Sony Mar Maaloney Biese Coolah Senate Lexpress Dreams of Air i. the Fondest I York Maesfav Capital Penney Ewer House Og Connally Nae Secure Stech
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