Water use surges as heat wave hits city
During the heat wave from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. water consumption rises sharply. The fishing creek dam pumping station operations stop, but the pumping system is boosted to raise city water pressure and supply.
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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jul 09, 1936
Page
1
During the heat wave from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. water consumption rises sharply. The fishing creek dam pumping station operations stop, but the pumping system is boosted to raise city water pressure and supply.
The official noon temperature reached 100 degrees amid a heat wave. Frederick reports rising water use as residents and sprinklers demand more supply. Linganore plant boosts output to 2,400,000 gallons to offset creek shortages while Singanore plant runs daily to maintain 75 psi pressure. City officials stress adequate supply though rainfall is markedly low and crops show stress.
On the 72nd anniversary of the Battle of Monocacy a Union force of about 7000 clashed with a larger Confederate army along the Monocacy River near Frederick. General Lew Wallace led the Union in delaying Jubal Early's troops to help fortify Washington, preserving the capital. A memorial park designation and a recommended battlefield route for a Washington Gettysburg Memorial Highway mark recent commemorations.
The report shows precipitation data for Tam today with no rainfall in the past 24 hours. It notes July normal precipitation, high and low temperatures from yesterday and yesterday's high, with tomorrow's temperatures and moon phase. The condition of streams and general weather outlook indicate cloudy conditions.
A calendar notices a death and birth related item involving Dr JOP OY and the Dionne quints. The record mentions a newborn baby and notes a death tied to medical figures, with reference to local individuals and events in Ontario.
A fragmented account describes Mrs. Ted Coy battling poverty in Oklahoma City. The text references Yale football and a personal ordeal, noting community aid and ongoing struggles without clear dates or names beyond Coy, Jodie, and local efforts.
An auto trailer and two new cars were damaged after a crash near the creek bend. Arthur MiNarn, 26, escaped with minor cuts and scratches, walking a short distance before safety aid arrived. The trailer suffered the most damage with 15 feet of mud sinking into the creek bottom. insurance covers the vehicle’s fate. Residents blame the sharp night curve and high speeds. several accidents have occurred at the site, including a prior crash involving a Virginia driver disabled at Martin's garage.
The estate of the late Thomas D P Rice sold two properties in a Circuit Court equity sale held at public auction. The 15 East Mourth Street dwelling brought 3770 to Miss Jadie V Oate, while the second property on West Second Street was withdrawn for insufficient bids. Trusters Roger R Rice George A Rice and Edward S Delaphine oversaw the sale with US Grant Wowper as auctioneer for Frederick City Hospital fund.
Wally Parker Jr. surrenders to Burlington County authorities after three months on the run in a baby kidnapping case. He arrives with his family and is said to have worn a woman's disguise, according to his detective father. The case involves alleged torture leading to a false confession. injuries and hospitalizations are noted among those involved.
About 160 National Guardsmen depart for Indiantown Gap after a brief four day stay at Camp Ritchie. Training focuses on driving motor convoys and completing initial courses under Col Markay and Brigadier General Washington Rawle.
Washington July 9 AP John L Lewis Insurgents in the American Federation of Labor ready to defy AFL leaders. The Federation executive council summoned Lewis and associates on the committee for industrial organization to appear today to discuss organizing 300000 steel workers into a single industrial union. Lewis said he would not attend, signaling clear stand. Representatives from twelve unions allied with him showed no intent to comply.
Automobiles operated by Davrid Woodward and J P Taina collided at the Square Corner at 4 15 o clock this morning. Woodward was charged with failing to give the right of way and operating without a license. He posted $20 and costs for a hearing. Louis Gomer and Wan Feleined were under collateral of 5 for reckless driving. Officer Frank Dorsey filed the charges. A large amount of glass on one car was broken but cleared from the roadway.
Demeel NT ay da ath George Anwist Ramveer, a prominent Lutheran educator and cleric at Concordia College, died unexpectedly at age 65 from a heart attack. Dr Homer, born in 187? served as president of the Egel Putitratnt Minor from 1912 to 1918 and is mourned by the congregation and school community.
Weather across the Midwest and Plains shifts as a heat wave expands from the mid continent to the eastern seaboard. Scattered showers temper heat in Minnesota Iowa Illinois Indiana and neighboring areas. Damaging storms cause power outages and an estimated 100000 in losses as farmers report drought stress and record temperatures.
Marshall Lo Rogo, North dente street grocer, faced a new charge of drunken driving today. The offense, described as taking place July Fourth near the Fair Grounds, led to a hearing in Poller Court Friday might. Ropp denied the charges at Police Headquarters and said his car was toned in from the Fair Grounds. The appeal to the Circuit Court remains pending after a previous drunken driving conviction.
The market regained some nerve as drought fears eased and investors eyed higher rail lending and bond activity. Grain reports showed partial recovery in flood affected areas with cotton prices bouncing back and currency values stabilizing despite lingering uncertainty in the financial landscape.
A fragmentary report notes a bus load of U S prisoners arriving today from Perrabure Virginia en route to a federal prison. Details about the prison name and related guards or escort conditions are unclear in the text.
Sheriff team transported Magistrate J Hall White to county jail after a shooting incident in front of his House attributed to authorities who aimed to question White about a domestic matter. State's Attorney Oliver S Mylikite said White would face assault with intent to kill and weapons charges.
Baltimore July 9 AP- Police exams produced five passers from county applicants out of 176 who applied. Commissioner Harry Colones announced the 19 men who took the test had passed their assays. Names and addresses followed, listing passers with percentages and standings.
About 1000 members and guests from Frederick City Lodge No 100 and the Odd Fellows Home left by bus for a day outing in Talchester Reich. The excursion gathered adults and children from the lodge and related groups to meet with members from across the state for a social event and camaraderie.
Fragmentary OCR text describes a veteran related note with disjointed phrases. References to Plymouth, police, papers, and a 44 year end World War seteran odor appear garbled and nonsensical, yielding no clear event or outcome. The readable content provides no actionable details or names to form a coherent summary.
The Baltimore Conference School of Religion Education opens its fourth annual session at Mood College starting Saturday with July sessions. Faculty includes Dr. RATHER Tetherds psychiatrist Johns Hopkins. Langdale editor. Meeks pastor. and others from Johns Hopkins, Western Maryland, and Calvary Church. Registration begins Saturday afternoon at 2:30 with program details including lectures, leadership training, and a Vacation Bible School.
A prominent Illinois legislator was slain in a gangland style shooting in the street. The incident follows violent clashes tied to efforts to legalize handbook betting, with authorities naming suspects and outlining the broader crackdown on illicit gambling.
In Fuld Oklahoma a quick firing gunman identified as Lawrence Vol shot Patrolman Cal Palmer and wounded Officer Ralph Koarr. Assistant Chief Seton Coyle and another officer returned fire, shooting the suspect who was killed after injuring Coyle’s finger.
Frank Murphy of Detroit resigns as High Commissioner to the Philippine Islands. He states resignation effective at the president’s measure but signals pursuit of the Democratic nomination for governor of Michigan. Murphy plans to announce party alignment from Detroit.
fragmented report from Pattshiesh notes a known preacher lapsing into delirium and peritonitis. doctors attend at Ghampiain Virey as states variously indicate health decline and ongoing medical efforts.
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