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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jan 11, 1934
Page
7
The Daily News describes its policy on letters and notices, stating correspondence should be written and dated, not solicited by phone or unsolicited. It notes that unsigned items may be corrected upon editor notice and that the paper is printed as second class matter at the Frederick post office.
A 1934 lament on municipal bankruptcy and political blame. The writer argues voters press politicians to borrow against uncertain future income, warning that moral principles are sacrificed for short term gains and urging firm standards for government finance.
In nature winter brings quiescence with little growth as animals sleep to regain strength. In contrast, social life in cities and clubs peaks in winter, a time for public actions and community work to boost farming and education. The piece reflects on effort needed to harvest crops and improve society, notes social vigor against a lazy town example, and hints at naval obsolescence.
A nostalgic Riverside Californian riff questions auto driving and racing schemes. The writer mocks modern gadgets while recalling the Grand Circuit and a horse race tale, noting radio gear and misfired gears amid a tongue in cheek protest of change. Sentiment hints at yearning for simpler horse driven competition.
Three Emmitsburg residents Joseph Geiselman 23 Harold Wetzel 22 and Frank Shore 29 were jailed in Adams county on auto theft charges. Police chased the stolen car from Hanover into Adams county where the trio fled on foot but were captured after Geiselman confessed involvement and implicated Wetzel and Shore. The pursuit began early Tuesday when officers spotted the machine and fired on fleeing suspects, who escaped into a Geld before later surrendering.
The state police report a new General Assembly law requiring all passenger for hire and other commercial motor vehicles to install flashing red or yellow burning caution signals. If a vehicle disables on highways outside urban districts and blocks traffic, the operator must display the signals to prevent injuries and property damage. Fines range from 8 to 100 dollars for first offenses.
A historical column recalls events from 24 years earlier and items from two decades prior in Frederick. It notes a chimney on the plaster and a cart carrying debris, alongside a freight wrecks on the Western Maryland line near Deer Creek, with counties and residents listed.
A Book A Day by Broce Catrow reviews the true 1838 voyage of 18 men in a three foot open boat covering 3698 miles. The piece highlights the storm harshness and heroic endurance, praising Nordhoff Hall and the sequel to Mutiny on the Bounty as a gripping sea narrative.
Court notices cover inquiry cases in Water Johnson versus Albert Bunz and others, and sale of Ada M. Johnson estate realty. Samuel A. Lewis acts as plain tiff attorney. Edgar H. McBride, assignee, appears with William L. Bull on mortgage closure. Marriage licenses issued to John W. Paine Jr. and Dorothy P DeNeate. Property deeds involve Margaret Peters Broggs and Levis Kefauver to Jefferson Patterson, plus Sarah Wanty to Goldin Gaston.
The debating team from Johns Hopkins University Battomore will meet Blue Ridge College in the chapel Saturday evening at 7:30. The topic: Resolved that the powers of the President of the United States be increased. Blue Ridge will argue the negative. Re D Bonsack, Ben TL Visitee his siser, Mrs. Martha Hut vis wees, and Marian Suits noted in attendance. Friday featured a gathering with Florence Sader hosting and several locals including Mr and Mrs David Snider and others present. The church Sunday school program at County Home Westminster included activities and candy treats.
Fashion notes describe winter ensembles blending moire, crepe and wool with copper trims and decorative belts. Coats, capes and three quarter length frocks feature contrasting linings and returning color schemes. designer touches include moire textures, coral accents, and ribbon details for a refined, coordinated look.
Winter increases wrist injury risk from falls on outstretched hands. Common issues include sprains with joint strain, Calles fracture from car crank injuries, distal radius fractures, and small wrist bone dislocations. Proper diagnosis uses X-ray and targeted manipulations, followed by heat, controlled movement, massage, and splint or cast as needed.
Community notice from Maryland Children’s Aid Society about an event on January 19 at 3 o’clock in the afternoon at Goucher College Baltimore. Rev Thome Sparkman to preside as principal speaker. Free County citizens urged to attend to support the society’s child welfare services and ongoing mission to aid children in need.
A late January survey of Broadway shows notes how enduring partnerships collapse as producers and writers pursue solo success. It highlights William A Brady Jr and Dwight Deere Wiman separating, Sam H Harris and George M Gahan diverging, and the once tight trio Lew Brown Ray Henderson Buddy DeSylva dissolving amid changing fortunes and new ventures on TV and in Hollywood.
A jagged list of historical birthdays and deaths across years. Entries include Alexander Hamilton died after a duel on July 17, 1804 in New York, Abraham Mapu born October 3, 1808, John A. Macdonald born 1815, and Vassar College founded in 1861. The OCR reads poorly with many garbled names and dates.
Birthdays listed for Benjamin Butler Dr Lee Paul and others, with references to ages and places. Includes a horoscope note about temperament and education paths and a brief commentary on psychology and guidance.
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