Outline double defense in trial alleged spy case
A two defense was prepared for the trial of former Lieutenant Commander John S Farnsworth, accused of spying for Japan. Relatives say his defense will include his parents statements that he acted irrespectfully but never divulged naval data. Japanese officials refused comment on arrests of two men accused of selling naval secrets to Japan. Tokyo papers largely withheld information, with one noting Harry Thomas Sampson’s Los Angeles conviction for passing naval data to a Japanese officer.
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Washington
Jay ST
S Pangors
Faipertalmayy
Farnsworth
Tntapanese Aviation
Eter Singere
Ato
Sumit
Tokyo
Todas
United States
Japan
Harry Thomas “Sampson
Los Angeles
John S. Farnsworth
United States Navy
Three Car Collision on Washington Road in Frederick Area
A three car crash on the Washington road one half mile south of Frederick about 7 am left one person slightly injured. James E Myer of Baltimore drove the southbound car that struck James A Burns of Washington head on, then veered into Paul I Geese of Doonsburg Pa. Geese's sedan was thrown over. Geese landed on Brown W Quick of Washington, who was riding with him and suffered minor right arm bruises. Investigating officer Ben te Omb er Ter summoned drivers to Peoples Court. damages were later settled.
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Washington Highway
Frederick
James E Myer
Baltimore
James A. Burns
Washington
Paul I. Geese
Doonsburg
Geese
Brown W. Quick
Quick
Bente Omber Ter
Dee
Peoples Court
Hospital Executive Board Holds Regular Meeting
Frederick City Hospital's executive board chaired by Wre. Warry Schroder met this morning with twenty members present. The Board of Managers gathered in the Nurses Home with Mrs E Cline presiding. Committee reports included decorating plans for the lecture room in apricot and green. June figures show patients treated 108 admitted 163 discharges 154 remaining 44 paid 29 part pay 64 free 60 births 9 deaths 9.
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Frederick City Hospital
Warry
Schroder
E. Cline
House Committee
Vagrancy charge filed against Willis Parke
Willis Parke was charged with vagrancy today by Officer Ben Phurtuy and held at Police Headquarters pending processing.
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Willis Parke
Ben Phurtuy
Tot Quese Dloning
Weather Record Precipitation and Temperatures
Weather data shows 24 hour precipitation ending 7 am today none. July to date 155 inches, normal July precipitation 42 inches. July 1999 precipitation 244 inches. Yesterday temperature lowest and high not clearly stated. Mean temperature for tomorrow around 7:33 pm. Potomac area reports stream conditions.
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Actus
Momocacy Tidy
Potomac Claty
Trapped Wolf Roevsod Fer Provn During Good Belps
In a chaotic report a figure named Roevsod is trapped by authorities amid a sequence of odd phrases. The text references President Maondiegs, a Pyderad Permitentiary, and Roosevelt era context, with a claim of a $2,000,000 banked sum and various contradictory actions. The passage remains unclear but centers on a criminal accusation and detention.
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Roevsod
Maondiegs
Dearie
Saivtte
Rakas
Pyderad
Ameroman Persimi
Roosevelt
Fight In Labor Ranks Nears Settlement
Wallington July 17 Peace maneuvers under way in the American Federation of Labor during a first tentative move toward settlement of the conflict between the federation's craft and industrial union factions. The federation executive council proposed suspending the United Mine Workers and 11 allied unions in the Committee for Industrial Organization and offered a compromise. The plan would have industrial unionists drop the C I O and focus on steel auto and rubber industries, in exchange for craft unions backing the steel auto rubber drive.
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Wallington
Amerean Pederiuten
Laban
Onontiu
S.cha
Federation
Taklug
United Mine Workers
Committee For Industrial Organization
Slanificant
Craft Union
Condemnation Action For Dual Road Begun In County
The State Roads Commission filed three condemnation proceedings in Washington County Circuit Court this week against two property owners for the Frederick Hagerstown dual highway. Judge Frank G. Wagaman set July 29 and 30 for condemnation juries to meet. Most rights of way are secured in Frederick County for the new route via Myersville six miles north of the present Route 49. In Hagerstown, disputes over pavement and curb costs arise, and the highway’s path may depend on eight route options, with a northern alignment likely if feasible.
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Washington County
State Roads Commission
White Lands
Frederick-Hagerstown
Frank G. Wagaman
Frederick County
Myersville
Hagerstown
Magerstoun
Child Scalded In Ca toctin Furnace Area Incident
Carol Fratey two year old son of Mr and Mrs Plummer Praley near Ca toctin Furnace was badly scalded on Monday when he accidentally pulled a pot of hot water onto himself.
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Carol Fratey
Plummer Praley
Catoctin Furnace
Elks Head to Elect Grand Exalted Ruler Candidate
Fragmented text indicates plans to nominate or elect a Grand Exalted Ruler for the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks at a Paw Angeten or related lodge. Mentions James iT and Hain of New Work as possible figures in the process.
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Benevolent and Protective Order
Roosevelt Victory Hinge On Key States In 1936 Poll
A 1936 survey shows Roosevelt needing Pennsylvania and other states to reach 266 electoral votes. Analysts note risk of third party split and emphasize Southern and Pacific strongholds. The piece highlights uncertainty in New England and several Midwestern states as Democrats push large fundraising for a campaign it expects to win.
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Elaine
Tee
Tina
Dan Ie
Darth
Phate
York
Thuntsland
Roosevelt
Pennsylvania
Pacific Coast
Tennessee
Oklahoma
Missouri
Kentucky
West Virginia
California
Washington
Oregon
Wisconsin
Nevada
Arizona
Utah
Montana
New England
New York
New Jersey
Delaware
Maryland
Ohio
Indiana
Michigan
Kansas
Nebraska
Iowa
North
South Dakota
Minnesota
Idaho
New Mexico
Colorado
Wyoming
Cleveland
Ibra
T Harrison
Wileon
Eigit
Taft
Roosevel
NFAA
Roads to be built in Worthington county proposed by board
The Board of County Commissioners recommends about 997 miles of new roads in Worthington County to the State Roads Commission. The largest stretch is the Magerstown to Deansville road at several miles, with additional segments near Pour Lovee Woodmont Road and the Fairsiet area.
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Jagersto
Woertis Ington
Board of County
State Roads
Mhagerstowne
Deanssille
Doeindel
Drogas
Conmiceion
Remiider
Hhe
Pour Lovee
Woodmont Roid
Jerisa'om
Convention Nonpartisan Endorsers Lemke at Townsend Tour
A nonpartisan convention announces a speaking tour in support of presidential candidate William Lemke. The event details claim Townsend movement leaders push to remove Dr Townsend from the movement and board roles after his Oklahoma primary loss.
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Everest
Oattines
Tawa
Coulin
Kes
Geraul Lakyet
William Lemke
Lemhe
Townsend
Tun GI
Townsend Moement
Ths
Smith
Des
Atal Lev
Wheat value up for crop year brightest spot in years
Chicago July 27 AP reports higher current wheat value than in six years. Estimated market value tops $603 million with present owners set to gain about $120 million more than 1936 figures, barring further spring wheat damage. Grain economists note the crop year strength rivals levels not seen since 1990 on the Chicago market.
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Chicago
United States
Io Josees
Ngurel
Darel
Wits
Proceed With Surveys for Cumberland Dam
Allegany County Commissioners approve contributing 20 percent of 100000 to begin surveys and plans for the Savage River dam to boost Potomac River flow for sanitary and industrial use. Action aligns with authority from 1935 1936 legislatures. Upper Potomac Commission says WPA engineers ready to start surveys immediately.
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Cumberland
Allegany County
Savage Ryer
Potomac River
Upper Potomac
WPA
Locomotive Engineers Oppose Unionization in Cleveland Vote
In Cleveland on July 17 the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers voted against unionization in a party line effort led by John L. Leavis. The group reiterated its opposition to government ownership, railroad consolidation, and broad infrastructure projects in competition with railroads.
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Cleveland
John Lb
Leavis vi Ty
Non Support Case Involving William Sekiling in City Court
A non support charge against William Sekiling was heard in city court. On behalf of their infant child, Evelyn Beklling and Walkerville argued for maintenance. Justice Wale ran Follam asked Sekiling to show effort to seek work, noting he would not perform hard labor and was dependent on the mother for support. State's Attorney and defense counsel exchanged positions as the matter proceeded.
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Willam Sekiling
Hes Alfe
Evelyn Beklling
Walkersiille
Waleran Follam
Marriage Notice Framed by Warhero at Padups Point
A marriage notice from Padups lists the couple and date, noting the groom’s rank and the location at Meeks, with an emphasis on service and a wartime backdrop.
Wishful Thinking Politicians Persist In Tail Singing Chickens
A garbled OCR piece surveys political overconfidence and demagogic tactics ahead of an election. It weighs theories on how arrogance affects campaigns, cites Roosevelt and Pathe as figures, and questions the durability of anti incumbency trends amid a shifting political landscape. The text contemplates voter behavior, party loyalty, and the risk of bandwagon effects.
Raise State Property Tax For Penna Relief
Harrisburg debates an increase in state property tax for Penna relief amid partisan splits. The plan seeks funds via a 1 percent cap and aims to shore up the treasury after a week of budget strains and prior spending, with lawmakers forecasting impact on residents and services.
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Harrisburg
Adiss
New Dew
Tota Do
Res
Divorce case filed in Sharp county court
Within weeks, Spicer files for divorce from Nickle Spurrier amid allegations of adultery and a named co respondent. Spurrier claims desertion and seeks custody of their child as the case advances with Reno Sharp representing Mrs Spurrier and MM Storm for Mr Spurrier.
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Spicer
Feldegy
Mrs. Spurricy
Dog Attack Bites Man in Middietaan Residence
Irving RO Stottlemy sr was attacked and bitten on the leg by a dog that escaped from the Grorsnickte yard near Eiferton. The incident occurred Monday afternoon in front of Clay Vy Growntekie’s residence, with no warning given.
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Clay Vy Growntekie
Middietaan
Irving RO Stottlemy Sr
Eiferton
Grorsnickte Yard
Shatties Sthyer
Montague Mote Leads Band of Polen in 17th Consecutive Tee m
An OCR fragment notes Montague Mote as maneuverer of the Band of Polen for a 17th consecutive term and mentions a meeting in New York with George Tedatrdon, president of the Los Vora Federal Recerd War Hoorgers.
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Montague
Atval
York
George Tedatrdon
Los Vora
Lily Pons tookeed al Kostelanetz in concert
Lily Pons joins conductor Al Kostelanetz in a July performance week at the Met in New York. A program includes arias and orchestral pieces as the duo prepare for future tours.
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Lily Pons
Toqteed AL Kostelanetz
Britain France And Belgium In Accord
Paris July 17 AP Three powers agreed on three points to advance European peace talks. Britain, France, and Belgium aim for a prospective framework with representatives of the three powers to exchange views on major questions including Germany and Italy. A formal statement will be issued before the meeting to outline the core agenda.
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Paris
Uly 17
Britain
Prince
Helden
Srecord
Mtheer Han
Uwietn
Adolph Httet
Germany
Italy
Brightening News Lifts Stocks Amid Recovery Hopes
New York July 17 AP Stocks rose as upbeat economic signals ignited buying, with many issues attracting fresh investor loans and a broad market rally. Trading showed strong activity in the morning, with around 1.6 million shares exchanged as sentiment firmed and pound sterling opened higher at 50.2% per dollar.
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New York
Maryland Needy Fund Receives State Support Transfer
A fragment refers to Maryland state funds for needy relief, noting a one percent additional levy on alcohol and tobacco products and other taxes. Names appear jumbled, with references to the comptroller and a July date, but details are unclear due to garbled OCR.
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Annapolle
William B Gordy
Bate
Maryland
Thatsine Receives Head Injury After Friday Incident
A man named Thatsine sustained a genuine forehead injury during a Friday event in Chovtday Suen. He was treated at the scene and later transferred to a local hospital for further observation. Police opened a preliminary inquiry to determine the cause and any involved parties.
Gun Not From His Hand McMahon's Story
Reports detail a shooting near a king’s street vigil where McMahon, the seaman and another man were credited in varying degrees with knocking the assailant. The wounded king was hospitalized for observation as authorities probe if the weapon was intentionally loaded and whether McMahon faced charges for possession of a loaded weapon.
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London
George Ane
Atoothn
Falas
Whiteth
Yes Uday
Chenan
Scothind
McMahon
Gray
Gordott
Seaman
Funeral of Sister Found Dead in Indiana and Pennsylvania
Private funeral held for Mrs. Robe Wiland in Martinsboro after members of McQaha family traveled from Jefferson and Bruna Wick to Martinsville. Mrs Wiland’s death, and that of her son, led to burial at Spring Mills. Survived by husband, father FLA Miller, sisters and brothers including Frances Drake, Edward Crawford, and Hy Ly McGaha.
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Tacey McQaha
Jefferson
L. McQnaha
Bruna
Wick
Martinvare
W. Way
McQaha
Robe Wiland
Matt
Winston
Wiland
Indianapolla
Ind
Martinsboro
Boy Marita Accident in Baker Park
A boy named Ramsburg, age unspecified, sustained a head injury Thursday afternoon in Baker Park near the Dende stand. He slipped while reaching for a bow and struck his head on cement. He was moved to his grandmother Mia Clargett Ramsburg’s home and treated by Dr HL Pahrney, with his condition reported as serious.
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Clagcott Ramsburg
Lof Jease
Tramsburg
Dende
Waker Park
Ramsburg
Mtuk
Mia Clargett
South
Mirkstatrest
HL. Pahrney
Min
West Maryland Moves To Abandon Branch Line
The Weathered Railway Company applied today before the Interstate Commerce Commission for authority to abandon a branch line from Charenton to We Va. The hearing initiates a process to discontinue service on this route pending final decision.
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West, Md
Washington
Weetery
Ong
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