29 Jul 1931
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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jul 29, 1931
Page
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NTE available for the C Burr Artz Library overseen by Artz Estate Trustees. The notice invites proposals and outlines submission parameters for project work and timelines.
Local interest grows as Mrs Arta requests about 25000 from the late Frederic Burr Actz estate to fund a public library in Frederick. Trustees would purchase land and erect a building, maintain it with estate interest, and loan books free of charge to inhabitants. The old Academy building site may be offered for the project.
Bids for a new bridge and road widening in the Frederick to Baltimore corridor were submitted by several contractors. The contest features bids from Baltimore Consolidated at 29,955 and J ws Company at 14,696, with Fredericksburg Bridge Company bidding 19,280 and others noted as competing. The project includes two miles of improved shoulders and a six mile stretch with double road width, as work advances from Libertytown toward Unionville and toward Summit Road. Traffic is temporarily diverted as crews upgrade the Blue Ridge Summit Thurmont highway segment.
Navy officer Bnsil Claude N Harris of Crumpler West Virginia shot himself on board the Black Hawk anchored at Chefoo China. He left a will requesting burial at sea in China. Harris had attended the academy and was graduated in 1925.
The Roads Commission reports a reached agreement in a condemnation case proceeding. Details about parties and terms were not disclosed.
Beata Alen and a Texas Tennessee couple seek two land tracts while state officials and attorneys discuss a compromise sum of 1000 dollars. Proceedings reference Fredericksetef, Rovert Zama Storm, Reno Harp, and Jose Heager. Work progresses on a crane stretch project from Jefferson to Knoxville with Grove Lima Company as contractor. portions of gains and roadwork on the east side are noted as finished.
Paris July 29 AP reports 18 North Atlantic lines will cut first class fares from 10 to 30 percent starting August 17. Second class rates reduce by a base 13 percent with minor adjustments for other classes and supplementary charges retained.
London July 29 AP reports David Lloyd George former prime minister and Liberal leader underwent surgery for a kidney ailment. Early reports say he is going on satisfactorily after the operation, which was considered serious by medical circles.
Police intensify manhunt after Harlem shooting targeting children near East 107th Street. Five injured, four still hospitalized. one boy killed and identified as Michael Begviner. Victims reported as bystanders during a grisly drive by in the Helmar Social Club vicinity.
Winchester resident of More was fatally injured Saturday in a automobile crash near Woodstock. The vehicle driven by C. Hi. Ranch collided with another car, dislodging the victim who died from injuries at the scene or en route to a hospital. identified as a veteran public figure with ties to Winchester Memorial.
A garbled wartime text reports Hoover era focus on unemployment relief. An aide indicates a discussion or plan from Washington about labor policy and federal regulation during the economic strain.
Repair work on county roads shows progress with efforts to clear washouts and debris. Abutments are being reinforced and sand and dirt removal underway, while several stretches near Moran, Harmsville, Mt. Atty, and New Midway are slated for rebuilding and oiling or chipping.
About 150 persons from Frederick and Middletown attended the East Middlesown Chapter No. 3 picnic under lodge auspices. A supper for 323 was served, with croquet, boating, swimming and other activities afterward. Special guests included Grand Patron Yeager and Grand Matron Mrs. Byron Rems.
Fire crews battle expanding blazes near a renowned French resort as forests burn and authorities issue alerts. Local residents evacuate nearby areas while tourism officials monitor air quality and potential impacts on the holiday season.
Thirty thousand clothing workers protest harsh conditions triggering a citywide strike. Reported unrest spreads from factories to city streets as workers demand safer conditions and higher wages amid mounting factory pressures.
An aircraft excursion to Cleveland, planned by Mr Baker and Col William, aims to showcase the city and Baker Park to Baker party guests. A Cleveland arrival and Akron inspection were arranged along with a brief air tour, as observers note the hot July day and clear skies.
Town endures extreme heat with high temperatures forecast to remain near record levels. Residents seek shade and hydration as outdoor activity slows. Officials urge caution for vulnerable groups and monitor power and water supplies.
Officials report July heat peaking near 97 degrees with a 93 to 102 degree range, while streams dwindle at the Fisting Creek dam. Caretaker Frank Weddle notes reduced overflow and city officials warn of possible discomfort if drought deepens, as Brunswick residents face strict water use. The month’s rainfall totals 4.19 inches, still short of 1931 and last year’s levels.
Prince and Princess of Siam, Soke Kodava and queen, arrive in Canada with a large entourage at 5 AM. Mayor H E Laviguer and a government delegation meet them at the station. The camel is noted as one of the first domesticated animals.
A compact note records past weather patterns over 36 years with normal temperatures around 1530 to 1531. It notes a low last night near 70, sunrise and moon phases for tomorrow, and mentions the Monocacy and Potomac rivers as study subjects for stream conditions.
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