06 Jul 1934
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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jul 06, 1934
Page
1
Mercury touches 29 seek county 7 at noon as cool office but none weekend likely has paid his fee. Abbreviated weather update notes Sunday temperature and weekend prospects.
Weather turns hot with a 97 degree noon reading and a forecast of thundershowers within a day. Primary elections loom in Frederick county with licensing questions on beer and intoxicants in all twenty six districts. Nine gubernatorial hopefuls have filed, and local races for sheriff, register of wills, treasurer, and commissioners draw candidates from both parties.
The Fresh Air Children from New York city homes will visit Frederick County from July 14 to July 28. Rev. Dr. Henri II G. Kieffer announces that twelve children will come July 14 and return July 28, hosted by local families and organized by the N. Y. Tribune Fresh Air Fund project. Hosts include Mr. and Mrs. Frederick, Mr. and Mrs. Albert Parmer, and Miss Hannah Hammond, with others assisting in entertainment and care.
President Roosevelt rides an open car through Mayaguez to San Juan with Governor Wiss greeting him at the western port. Crowds wave flags as the presidential party travels the mountain road en route to the capital for a night halt before continuing to St Thomas. A rain threat dampens but does not deter the reception. Captain Robey, a CCC alum, is noted in a side item. A Brunswick swimming pool movement gains momentum with locals urging municipal support.
The annual beetle hunt targets stray insects in the county as hundreds of traps are set. Traps dot gardens under the supervision of a county office, aiming to intercept any beetles venturing into residential areas.
Montgomery County schools board calls for sealed bids on alterations to Rockville and Bethesda area buildings including S and Wood side structures. Bids due by 3 p.m. August 2 with plans available noon July 22. separate bids for Rockville Negro building due 3 p.m. August 17 with plans noon August 6. Four Corners and Bethesda districts bid deadline 3 p.m. August 7 with plans August 29.
Police report a Wednesday arrest tied to thefts of several dams and WW goods near Mi. Charges include receiving stolen property. Names include Sta. 28 of Bagershcrn and Brown with other aliases mentioned. County officials note multiple statewide offices and party vacancies to be filled, with local voters selecting party leaders at the county convention.
The waterfront union in San Francisco opens a meeting in Hood guarded by the army amid evening talks. Methodists announce a Saturday gathering for week 34 as reported with injuries noted.
Embattled strikers huddled around picket fires nursing wounds as National Guardsmen patrolled the bloodstained waterfront. Two longshoremen were dead and 34 wounded in clashes as tensions spread to Portland and New York amid the Pacific coast strike. Ralph Malfen vowed the waterfront would not retreat and a general strike would gain union support.
A pro Lio group announces a bold push for up to 500 million dollars in federal money to support their initiative. Details on programs, agencies, and eligible recipients remain unclear as officials assess feasibility and budget impact.
Frederick Lodge members promote a three day rodeo at the Frederick Fair Grounds July 26 to 28 to raise funds for the Elks charity. The event features 125 head of stock, 60 to 70 cowboys and about 20 cowgirls with performances from noon to midnight. notable acts include bucking steers, trick riding, roping and bull dog roping, with participants from New York and North Carolina and a feature by Mi Akle of Bovine Texas.
Market reports show stocks steadying with some gains as bonds remained firm. Traders weighed higher oil prices and corporate earnings while industrials led modest advances amid cautious trading on the exchange floor.
The Roosevelt trip to Puerto Rico Hawaii and Latin American nations centers on promoting New Deal rehabilitation and economic ties. Advisers consider timing with past good will and potential domestic drug law battles, while Tugwell signals a broader push beyond relief efforts.
In Gloucester Massachusetts on July 6 five masked bandits robbed Hodgson Kennard and Company jewelry store in the Magnolia district. They bound and gagged manager Charles A Orcutt and four others, escaping in two cars with gems valued at about 500000.
Brief report states two brothers died in a gas chamber incident near Casa. The page text is garbled but indicates a fatal event linked to a murder inquiry and a prospect context. No clear names or dates could be identified.
Officials intend systematic checks at dairy farms to enforce standards. The initiative aims to showcase effects of unsafe practices through a new public demonstration chamber, with broader oversight by the administration and related agencies.
Reports from Berlin indicate the government is shifting toward conservatism as Kurt Schmitt, economy minister, is granted powers that may curb some anti Jewish actions to improve Germany’s economy. Stormtrooper vigilance increases with Berlin guards strengthened.
Montgomery County building activity rose about 50 percent in the first half of 1934 from the same period in 1933. Permits totaled 859 675 dollars versus 576 925 dollars, with western district receiving 485 950 and eastern 373 725. 150 355 dollars and 132 395 dollars respectively.
Violet Buston of the Hilton sisters, Siamese twins, has a license dispute after New York officials refuse a marriage license to her and Maurice Lambert. She may seek Maryland or New Jersey options and plans to press the case in the Supreme Court to compel the license.
A garbled notice describes an injury event involving Frederick and a torpedo related accident. Details are unclear due to text damage but references medical intervention by Dr C and a loss of consciousness during the incident.
Precipitation data for 24 hours ending today shows no rain. July to date totals and historical figures are incomplete. Temperature highs reached 98 yesterday. lows last night were 72 with a 59 degree reading from the prior year. Sun and moon times are noted for tomorrow.
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