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Frederick, Maryland, United States of America

Date

Jul 25, 1931

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Severe hailstorm causes heavy damage across farms and towns

A severe hailstorm shattered windows and corn fields, with uprooted trees and downed power lines. Damage runs into thousands as vehicles and farm property suffer, roads blocked and a dozen repair workers clear debris for over an hour. No injuries reported, though rain followed into several towns.

Doubs W. Homer Renn Ghades Waiters David O. Hoffman Robert W. Ranneberger

Local Guard Units Leave for Cascade

Local guard units depart for Cascade as preparations begin for the upcoming regular board meeting. Officials indicate a routine gathering to discuss ongoing community safety and administrative matters, with no immediate crises reported.

Cascade

Funeral for Dean Lovejoy Held at Hood College

Dean Lovejoy, longtime educator and Hood College figure, was laid to rest at Mt. Olivet Cemetery after a Baltimore death. The service at the college chapel featured Rev. Dr. Edward S. Bremer and President Joseph H. Apple, with officials from Hood College and local dignitaries in attendance. Interment followed after a formal procession amid floral tributes and familial participation.

Leca C Lovejoy Hedd Colege Baltimore Mt. Olivet Edward S. Bremer Lancaster Hood College Joseph H. Apple The A. H R. Brofbeck Hanover Emory L. Cobleniz Frederick Middletown Hood College Alamarae Association Frederick County Hood Club Porderick Daughters of the American Revolution Dean Lovejoy Lovejey Bremer Elizabet Bower Charles G. Buss Cnevy Chase Charles W. Lough William T. Delapinre Abram Hemp

Mt Airy Plans Public Park Campaign Details

Mt Airy residents will raise 62000 for park grounds donated along Main Street and Park Avenue. The land was contributed by Thomas E Watkins Walter B Racy and C Ridddiemose and others. The effort aims to support Park Avenue improvements with aid from donor contributions and local officials. The effort is led by Mt Airy Chamber of Commerce with Dr J S Gravil Melvin Watkins and Robert K All. lmissionary To Japan Reverend Paul Warner, a missionary in the Methodist Protestant church, has been on furlough to the United States and is expected to resume work in Japan. Five other stories are noted in the issue.

Mi Ast Chamber of J. S. Gravil Melvin Watsine Ropert K. al Japan Paul Warner United States West

Blight Hits Crops In Parts Of Frederick County

A damaged report notes blight and beetles denting crops in Middletown Valley and Thurman Monrovia areas with beans and fields affected. Overall yields remain strong in other sections though acreage was cut and corn canning prospects improve for August with past drought easing. Beetles hurt some canning centers while lima beans stay less affected and corn outlook turns favorable.

Frederick Con Beas Sesson Wiley Potomac Thurman Monrovia Mont Frederick Urbana Hope Hl Kemptown

Former Adams County Judge Leaves 142944 Estate

Swope, once of Gettysburg Pa and former Adams Fulton district judge, died June 25. An appraisal filed shows an estate of 142944.09 with personal property mainly stocks and bonds valued at 123813.68 and real estate at 17650 including a home on Baltimore Street. Other parcels include a lot on Sprints avenue 250 a corner house at Baltimore and Breckenridge 33500 a parcel on the Taneytown road 3000 and cottage lots at Marsh Creek Heights 900. Accrued income since death totals 1490.41. Stock prices noted with minor changes.

Swope Gettysburg Adams- Fulton, Pa Baltimore Street Sprints Avenue Baltimore and Breckenridge Street Taneytown Road National Cemetery Marsh Creek Heights Acc Ar. Swane

Weather Forecast For Week

The forecast covers the coming seven days with regional outlooks for rain chances and temperature ranges. Expect cooler mornings and warmer afternoons with variable cloud cover and brief showers possible in coastal zones. Prepare for light winds and daily highs in the mid 60s to mid 70s Fahrenheit.

Secret Apache rites probed in University student death

White River Indian Reservation officials investigate the death of 23 year old Henrietta Schmerler, a Columbia University anthropology student, found in a tavine near Fort Apache. Authorities believe tribal customs hold the key and have detained 35 year old Claude Gilbert for questioning. The body showed no external injuries, suggesting strangulation or suffocation.

White River Indian Resortz Henrietta Sehmerler Columbia University Fort Apache Miss Schmerter Southwest Claude Gilbert Miss Schmetler

Rockville Water System Sites Selected for Town Supply

The advisory committee authorized a $30,000 bond for sewer and water groundwork and, in a joint meeting, Rockville officials decided to buy about one third of a site on the Smithwick farm near Rocky West to drill a well and improve water supply. They also approved a half-acre parcel at the southwest corner of Cary Avenue and Bucket to house a water tank and related facilities. The plan aims to secure an assured water supply for Rockville.

Rock CL Rockvile Smithwick Rocky Soast Cary Avenue

Churches of God Missionary Convention graced by choirs and pageant

About 300 attendees gathered at Braddock Heights for the Churches of God Missionary Convention. A Westminster church choir performed “Because He Lives” and “Press On” with Rev Sam ers leading prayers. Uniontown speaker Rev JoH Hoch addressed Mission and Evangelical themes. The event featured solos, duets, a quartet and a concert by the Eur i ne Rides Orchestra, with Miss Lang S pastor Rev WH leading a pageant.

Casvention God of Ma Hed Braddock Heights Xeays Westminster Murray Reeder Gussit Berard Hagerstown Samers Taeanemon Joh. Hoch Uniontown Tiegard Chillaur Downey Marc He Carrol i C. C Sullivan Gissis Buizzard Uniontown Church Jesus Leckard Ruby Haines Old Rugerd Cross W. Gerstoen Franklin Buz Izard Wosted G. Miank Hary

Graf Leaves On Second Leg Of Arctic Flight

Graf departs on the second leg of the Arctic flight amid repair work and assessments. Officials note fuel, weather, and instrument checks as priorities.

Graf

Yard and Garden Competition Nears Final Judging

The Frederick Civic Club Yard and Garden contest continues with two monthly inspections left in August and September. Final judging occurs in September after inspections, with prizes to be awarded at a public meeting. The event has 85 entries, with regular inspections by dedicated committees. Plans include special classes for Community Gardens and programs aiding families with land for food.

Frederick Theindi Enirios Aft

Lewis Will Filed Leaves All To Nieve

A probate-style note indicates Lewis Will filed to bequeath all estate assets to Nieve. The document outlines a single beneficiary and formal execution steps as required by the will.

Nieve Desgaied

Fire kills 26 at aged home as others unaccounted

A blaze in the basement of a home for the aged at Penn and a nearby wing raged through the structure. Twenty five residents aged around 60 and older were believed dead or missing. Firefighters recovered 12 bodies after hours and three rescuers were injured as the cupola collapsed. The coroner reported 15 still unaccounted for and hospitals were overwhelmed. Damage estimated between 45,000 and 80,000 dollars.

Pitts L Dhaty Traties Tnree Dier Penn

New Parcel Post Size and Weight Limits Published

The postal service announces higher limits effective soon for fourth class mail. Parcels may weigh up to 70 pounds and maximum length plus girth rises to 100 inches. Weight units for several zones increase to 70 pounds, with zone charges applying by weight and size.

Fredertel Postamice

New Gold Storage Room Put In Use At Frederick County Plant

A new addition at Frederick County Products, Inc. has been completed and is now in use. The 20 by 60 foot cold storage area expands beef and lamb storage capacity, with an approximate cost of 0,000. The project, approved by the federal meat department, enhances safety and sanitary handling in the plant.

Frederick County Products, Inc Federal Department Frederick Hagerstown

College students die from effects of poison at Rice

Houston AP reports that Havel Glover a Rice Institute freshman and Dan Powsif Stratton a Rice junior died this morning from poison after being found in a car on a residence boulevard. Authorities see no violence and suspect poisoning as the cause.

Houston Texas Havel Glover Dan Powsif Stratton Rice Institute Restere Place Tonneau Bac

France Extends Lead in Davis Cup Play

France presses its Davis Cup advantage with decisive wins as players seize control of the tie. A 4-1 scarves remark appears in the report, with match scores noted as 8-5 and a third set result of -3.

France

Dawsons Speech to Open Sunday Song Service at Braddock Heights

Mrs. J. M. Dawson of Waco Texas, a noted lecturer and Mary land Baptist Summer Assembly speaker, will address the Sunday evening song service at 7 30 o clock at Braddock Helge. The Brad dock Heights Concert Band will perform at 8 20 o'clock under director Prof C T Stull with Ralph Schroeder as soloist. The program includes marches, serenades, selections from The Prince of Pilsen, Irish Medley and The Star Spangled Banner among others.

J. M. Dawson Waco Tex Maryland Baptist Summer Assembly Braddock Helge Braddock Heights C. T. Stull Ralph Schroeder

German Delegates Report On London Finance Parley

Berlin July 23 German chancellor Bruening and Foreign Minister Curtius returned from the seven power conference and prepared to report to President Hindenburg. Bruening then hurried to the chancellery for a reunion amid limited official details and a cautious briefing on the London meeting.

London Berlin

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