Commissioners From West Mo Hold Meeting Here
Western Shore county commissioners from eight counties met for the Western Shore County Commissioners Association. Dorchester sent two members to observe as Eastern Shore interest also attended.
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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jul 23, 1936
Page
1
Western Shore county commissioners from eight counties met for the Western Shore County Commissioners Association. Dorchester sent two members to observe as Eastern Shore interest also attended.
New York July 23 AP an afternoon rally in steels imparted a brighter tone to today's stock market. Forecasts of favorable reports from UK reading store corporations next week sparked buying in most assets. Bonds and grains were irregular. Foreign currencies weaker against the dollar. Transfers around 1,400,000 shares. Call money renewed at one percent.
Ballmore July 23 AP The Harpera Ferry and Pintnman ft Company said it would sell its Potomac crossing franchise to Maryland and West Virginia. The bridge had been unusable since it was destroyed in March, leaving Harpera Ferry and nearby towns without a crossing option.
Weather record shows 24 hour precipitation ending today none. July to date 2.17 inches. normal 4.02 inches. Temperatures include yesterday high and a year ago 95. last night low not provided. Sunset time 7:? pm. thermometer reading unclear with several garbled phrases. Stream conditions listed as Monocacy and Potomac near daily levels with no specific values.
Four counties including Montgomery Calvert Kent and Allegany fail to secure state road funds on April 30 as the commission reported a balance of 300 in revenue while figures show varied balances across counties. The note lists Montgomery and nearby areas with reported totals and adjusts for later entries amid a broader funding dispute.
Arrangements are complete for the Frederick County Volunteer Firemen's Association first memorial service to be held Sunday evening at 6:30 in Baker Park with twelve companies, a First Regiment Band concert, and processions from local fire houses. Rev. James W. Minter will deliver the address with chaplains taking part, and twelve white crosses will mark the memorial platform as each company's name is read. The program includes hymns, scripture, and benediction, with the First Baptist church coordinating community service.
Eleven candidates seek council seats in Brunswick with four from the Second Ward. Incumbent W. Luther Malone faces Harry W Ayres in the Second Ward while Third Ward contenders include Chester Primpy Pete Diton and Walter Mel Coy. Election officials and polling hours are listed for each ward.
Tonight at 7 15 PM in Baker Park the Playground Commission hosts a benefit program supervised by Mrs Helmin Hann Bowers. David Hagan and his orchestra open the show with many acts including vocal solos, tap and hedge dances, boxing exhibition, and instrumental pieces by a wide local cast led by Miss Geraldine Kren Miss Kathleen McCanner Miss Mary Trout Miss Dorothy Wahing and others with proceeds aiding playground operation throughout the summer.
The Works Progress Administration announced current employment on WPA projects across states. Deputy Administrator Aubrey Williams noted overall numbers declined, while some states showed increases amid a drought impact. a fatality from Maryland and casualties in North Dakota were reported among misread figures.
An urgent State Department appeal from Consul Chapman's office seeks the evacuation of American women and children from Bilbao Spain amid the Spanish revolution. About 155 Americans were known to be there before the outbreak as tension rises over control of the city and potential seige.
In Topeka Kansas July 23 AP reports Governor Landon Republican nominee welcomed Roosevelt’s order applying the merit system to the relief program. He said the move demonstrates the benefits of competitive hiring. Forecasts warned of hot weather with temperatures near 110 by parade time as crowds gathered.
Vatican reports a cleric accused of calling Pope Pius XII a liar during a Mitchel Ne ceremony. The article references Bishop Michael Colla Rber of Detroit and President Roosevelt in a charged exchange at the Vatican.
The article outlines church services at Winchester Hall with predecorating of the chancel and sermons by Pastor Robert Te Sher. It notes speakers from Duniatne College and sessions across Sunday to Thursday, with out-of-town ministers and a biblical drama in the schedule.
A fragmentary report outlines a danger at the Potomac River bridge abutment. It mentions a convention in Annapolis August 2 3 4 and 5 with speakers, registrations, receptions, and ceremonial events including a memorial service and a moonlight Chesapeake Bay excursion. Delegates from Frederick Lodge are listed with alternates and transport plans.
Tatlacea Alabama July 23 AP reports nineteen men were arrested after a deputy was shot during a dispute at the Emieeta cotton mills. Authorities say the case involves threats and exchange of gunfire during a tense exchange between workers and suspects.
County Commissioners were told a barrier is needed at the approach to the old Mott of Rocks bridge near Lamar to alert approaching motorists after drivers report missing signs and near-accidents. Residents cite debris and flooding damaging Maryland and Virginia spans and call for improved warnings and repairs.
Rebels and loyalists clash as Madrid warns foreign fleets to stay clear of Tangier harbor. Loyalist forces move to meet fascists while government says situation improving hour by hour amid heavy bombardment and evacuations.
A Protestant gathering took place on Wednesday afternoon at the event center with Evangelical Reform leaders and attendees. Speakers listed include Boesdal and other prominent figures. social games and entertainment accompanied the event.
A brief text fragment hints at a language puzzle involving a palindrome and unusual word order. The obscure line references a chart or sequence and invites readers to decipher the reversed phrase.
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