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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1947
Page
12
In Annapolis a 22 million bond proposal for the Chesapeake Bay Bridge advances as Governor Lane and lawmakers debate financing and construction plans. The measure faces committee scrutiny and potential amendments as sessions wind down.
Richmond leaders push a measure banning handling of snakes at religious services with fines up to 250 and jail terms. The case links to involuntary manslaughter debates after a rattlesnake bite at a Faith Healers ceremony in 1945. A Middletown AMVETS meeting, Lions Club, Grange, and American Legion events are also on the slate with a talk on Americanism by Fo Ruel Hicks.
Local discussion centers on cooperative movement and government policy. Community leaders and farmers raise questions about cooperative operations, tax implications, and potential impacts on welfare and market practices.
Admiral Holloway will assume command of the Naval Academy in Annapolis in a ceremony attended by 260 midshipmen and officials. The incoming admiral, a World War II veteran, is noted for aggressive officer training reforms and past command in the North African invasion.
The city faces a charter revision proposal with the Charter Committee to study and report back. Officials including Manager Phin Hagerstown and committee members discussed timelines and the need for an actuarial review before proceeding, with a March deadline hinted for final decisions.
A lawsuit filed after a deadly blaze at a residence in Morris County alleges foul play and seeks accountability. Police reports say the fire killed a woman named Flower and injured others, with investigations focusing on the basement and entryways. Authorities attributed the death to the flames and noted multiple arrests during the investigation, including a suspect detained after the scene.
An Anne Arundel notice outlines multiple safe thefts and related burglaries, noting safes found and a suspected pattern. It mentions motor company thefts on Route and attempts at other local sites with ongoing inquiries and unidentified suspects.
A report notes individuals including Abbas Clube and Beri involved in a local matter. The text mentions a statement by Fyrderink Cram and observations about a person named Mites Csiarperey. Details are unclear due to damaged text.
Local page notes that the 20th Division will receive honors at upcoming ceremonies. mentions Frederick Chapter 2 Division and associated veterans groups planning events and decorations for the occasion.
Fragmentary report notes five banking attacks and a breakthrough on the 29th. It mentions a diverged cemetery at La Cambe with more than 200 of their dead consigned to the victory in a contested clash.
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