Potomac Edison Directors Hold Regular Meeting
The Potomac Edison Company board met at the Francis Scott Key hotel to review the purchase of Virginia Public Service Company assets. The acquisition expands service areas including Potomac Valley Power, Harpers Ferry, and Maryland Light and Power properties. Revenue gains were reported but operating costs and taxes rose, signaling a looming pressure on profits.
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Virginia Public Service Company
Potomac Edison System
Potomac Valley Power Corporation
Rom Moorefield
Petersburg
Harpers Ferry Electric Company
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Brunswick
Maryland Light and Power Company
Boonsboro
Keedysville
Sharpsburg
Lonaconing
Berton, Midland
Emmitsburg
Strasburg
Loudoun Light & Power Company
Smith
Maryland
West Virginia
Weather Summary for July 1933 1934 Precipitation Figures
Today’s read shows 24 hour precipitation at 4.95 inches with July 1933-4 recorded 4.95 inches and 287 inches by 1934. Normal July rainfall is 4.02 inches. Temperature 3 Eh, last night low 72, year-ago low 70. Sun sets 7:31 pm, rises 5:03 am. Moon events: rises 7:06 pm, sets 3:39 am. Streams Monocacy and Potomac were clear.
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New Deal Faces Housing and Labeling Battles in Washington
Civil defense of housing loans faces opposition from RFC and PWA promoters now at FHA. The piece notes fights over self-liquidating projects, labeling rules for beer, and a looming shift in New Deal agencies with alphabet soup names. It connects to Tammany Hall and Roosevelt's politics, suggesting a political reshaping in New York.
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RODNEY DUTCHER
Washington
Harry Hopkins
Ickes
RFC
PWA
Federal Housing Administration
FHA
Congress
Roosevelt
PSLIC
Federal Savings and Loan Insurance Corporation
Federal Exchange and Securion
FCC
Federal Cornations Commission
NLRE
National Labor Relations Board
NRAB
National Halfway Adjustment Board
Ewin
Jim cance
White House
Tammany Hall
land
Wilson
New York
New York City
NEA Service, Inc
Minister Commends Relief Views Amid Federal Aid Debate
Rev G E Wunder, a Methodist Protestant pastor in New Market, commends relief aims while criticizing mismanagement of Federal aid. He cites aid delays and claims of ineligible recipients, noting a 80 year old woman in need received help from Winchester headquarters. Wunder pressed for local scrutiny and a revision of relief administration.
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New Maine
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Girls Attend Camp Near Woodstock Led by Virginia Teacher
At two meetings the Ruchwe admins announced attending girls camp near Woodstock run by Miss Margaret Hoffman from the Virginia State Teachers College at Harrisonburg. Miss Hoffman is a Hood College graduate. Several Frederick girls have booked reservations for next month.
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Juha M. Ramshurst
Hens
Ann Helfensten Jr
Roberta Mort
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Jane MecComas
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Woodstock
Margaret Hoffman
Virginia State Teachers’ College
Harrisonburg
Hood College
Frederick
McClendon Trial Opened in Cambridge Court
The trial of Howard McClendon began in Cambridge County Circuit Court as patrolman Harry Daugherty and Sheriff Luther Daugherty testified. McClendon, arrested May 1, faces multiple counts. authorities pursued him across Bedford and Somerset counties before his capture and transfer to state police custody.
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Howard McClendon
McCreHand
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Harry Dauch- Crofield
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Luther Daugherty
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Dillinger Dead Robberies In Oxford Kansas
Four armed men robbed a fur company and a bank in Oxford Kansas at 8:30 PM. They took about 3050 dollars and held five hostages before vigilantes wounded two bandits. A bank official and at least one bandit were injured. hostages were released shortly after.
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Supply Pastor Named for Woodsboro Church of God
Rev. Joel Cock of Hagerstown is named supply pastor of the Woodsboro Church of God. He will be introduced at both the morning and evening services on Sunday, conducted by Rev. John H. Gonsangel. The church recently reorganized with new officers and fellowship receives new members into its fold.
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Joel Cock
Hagerstown
Woodsboro
Eyregon Watershed Dispatches Update From Camp
A fragment notes dispatch of a crew from the C. C. camp at Fu to Aghy. The message records efforts related to the Eyregon watershed project and a field crew deployment.
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Body of John Dillinger Carried by Hearse for Burial
Reported funeral services for John Dillinger to be held this afternoon at the home of his sister after his body was taken to the county morgue and then moved for release pending the funeral arrangements. The exact location and timing remain undisclosed.
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JOHN DILLINGER
BUEREK
Tropical fruit grower heritage noted at Mt Ole cemetery
A fragmented note recalls Cyril Forester and his work with tropical fruit at a home near Mt Ole cemetery. The piece mentions citrus trees including oranges and lemons, and references longtime care from a superintendent figure tied to plant propagation.
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Justice Accused of Car Crash Near Coliver Pike
Montgomery County sheriff reports a collision near Colesville Pike involving two vehicles. One driver sustained injuries with both occupants hospitalized. investigation ongoing into cause and charges against Woodbine suspect Woodrow Wilson per the incident report.
Senator Borah Opens Fight to Wreck Monopoly
Idaho Senator Borah denounces monopoly as a major enemy of the New Deal and urges elimination of monopolistic power. He tells Pioneer Day listeners the fight will be open, arguing monopolies curb purchasing power of farmers and workers and must be dismantled.
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Attend Relief Meeting Held Under Auspices Era
A relief meeting was convened under the auspices of era emergences. The gathering addressed civil concerns and organized aid efforts for affected residents.
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Stocks Struggle To Stage Rally In New York Trade
A tepid session leaves stocks flat as trading volume lags. Investors weigh mixed economic signals while major indices show only modest moves and hints of caution across multiple sectors.
Olson Ultimatum in Truck Strike Details Emerges
Fragmentary report shows an ultimatum linked to a truck strike with references to Governor Olson and Adjutant General Walsh. The text mentions a plan draft at the home of Mazer A. G Bainbrage and names Francis J. Haas and E Dunnigan among officials.
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Byrd Base Search Resumes in Antarctica Effort
A campaign to locate the base of Rear Byrd continues with a fundraiser targeting about $5,000. A church repairs committee will meet Wednesday to decide whether to award a contract and raise the full amount.
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Heat waves devastate stock as strike worsens famine
Thousands of livestock face starvation amid worker strikes and extreme heat. Reported death toll climbs as temperatures reach 100 degrees amplifying suffering for 15 000 head of stock. Edges show strain and oppression in the crisis context.
Weakened stock at Chicago Union Stockyards Shot Amid Strike
A strike by Local 519 stock handlers shuts feeding and watering at Chicago Union Stockyards halting operations for 75 000 cattle. Police cordons form as shipments are delayed and farmers return cattle. The 1500 total strike cripples market activity and starts at midnight after the market opening time.
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U.S. wheat mission to study Argentine surplus
Dr. Leon Estabrook and Paul Niehaus sail to Buenos Aires after a Minneapolis conference to assess Argentina’s wheat surplus and world market impact. They plan weeks of study, with an August London parley in view, as economies seek a balance between planting and exports.
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Frederick
Paul MNishaus
Department of Agriculture
Estabrook
Niehaus
American Legion
Buenos Aires
United States
Minneapolis
London
Argentina
Grand Jury to Hear Bus Wreck Case
The grand jury will hear testimony related to a fatal bus wreck. Officials indicate the Town and Country Bus Co. of New Jersey is connected to the case as part of the investigation led by state authorities and Governor Aman.
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