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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jan 19, 1937
Page
7
Washington report notes 1936 coin production set record near 748 million pieces, with 1937 outlook stronger. Social Security Act benefits and WPA CCC payrolls spur widespread usage. Mint work around the clock to supply pennies through half dollars, while silver dollars vanish from production.
A collage of anecdotes recalls big money in Ford stock, with Senator Couzens’ check and its day’s interest, plus wartime era ties between Johnson and Lewis over the NRA and labor. It also notes Wallace’s attempt to reach Miss LeHand, and Roosevelt's disguise during a presidential call. The anecdotes touch on power, wealth, and political friendship from the era.
Miss Bertha Orme 18 of Boyds wins a 3000 verdict in Baltimore Superior Court against the Baltimore and Ohio railroad for injuries from a train accident that severed her left leg. She was a Rockville high senior when the January 7 incident occurred.
In Taylorsville on Christmas Day and during holidays many local families hosted dinners and visitors. Numerous names appear, including Barnes,Clary, Magin, Byers, Hooper, Nail, Gosnell, Byers, and Fleming, with Baltimore and Westminster connections, reflecting a busy social season. Edgar Jenkins returned from Frederick City hospital and several households hosted relatives and friends through the period.
The State Roads Commission announced plans to repair sixteen bridges in Frederick and Carroll counties, updating most to a 10 ton capacity. Bids will be opened at noon on January 2, with locations across Greenfield Bays, Laila pons, Gas House pike, Linganore halls, near Mehaip, Burlattsville area, Ciganerstown, and Union Bridge vicinity among the sites.
The Ladies' Ald Society of Middletown M E church gathered at Anna Lowman's home on Tuesday evening. President Mrs Harry Shank led the meeting with a prayer by Rev Mr Smith of Warpers Ferry. Duets and readings colored the social hour. refreshments were served. Several locals and visitors from Union Bridge Harpers Ferry Walkersville Ladiesburg and other nearby towns attended.
A home gathering at Mr and Mrs Willan Warner celebrated Hollace Warner soon to wed Ralph Noauryacdne. Guests included Mr and Mrs Ralph Vatrapardner, Mr and Mrs William Warner, and many Warner family members with neighbors and local acquaintances listed in attendance.
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