30 Jul 1930
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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1930
Page
1
Frederick records fall below 100 degrees for the first time in twelve days as heat and dry weather persist. Lightning and drought linger with little rain, rainfall for July and August forecast to remain low while the reservoir level slips.
Baltimore workers end a weeklong dispute as 12 of 24 arms firms sign a three year contract with the local Garment Workers union. The strike was led by the local branch over terms of a three year start, with remaining workers still negotiating.
AAP report notes a late session downturn after initial gains. General Motors shares weakened while the Dow moved lower, with the overall market slipping despite earlier improvement.
London reports the R-100 traveling with strong following winds on a trans oceanic test. Officials say the airship, aided by favorable currents, set fast speeds near 70 knots and aims for Belle Isle before continuing to Montreal, weather permitting.
Columbia July 30 AP Gov J Richards said W L Thornley of Moncks Corner confessed he was hired by a Berkeley County citizen to shoot State Senator E J Dennis fatally wounded last Wednesday in Moncks Corner. Thornley had previously denied the shooting and after his confession state troopers and county officers arrested three others including ex provost official A G B Albbright.
The Associated Press reports Idaho at 427,640, up 1.29 percent from 1990, and Iowa at 2,467,900, a 27 percent rise though later adjusted from 2,468,747. George R. Gehr, longtime Westminster National Bank executive, dies at 79 in Baltimore after surgery. survived by widow, a son, and three daughters.
A compact, period-tinged note recalls a sea march and a solar voyage. it highlights war and poetry as enduring themes.
Fragmentary text describes contracts tied to a WEW prison site with references to a fair nearby and obstructed details. The readable portions mention a case with a worker at a fair and unspecified parties, suggesting an industrial or vendor dispute linked to the venue and crop year.
The McDermit Company secured the courthouse contract with a bid of 384400 dollars backed by Fidelity Deposit Company of Baltimore. Work to start within a week with occupancy planned in under two years following the joint meeting of commissioners and courthouse building company.
Baltimore teams open regional finals preparations with Maryland's representative set to compete in Hagerstown August 14 and 15. Fred erick and Elkton duel at Patterson Park while Annapolis faces Baltimore’s B and O Post, Bethlehem Steel faces the tomorrow winner, with the survivor advancing to Hagerstown to meet West Virginia Pennsylvania Delaware and the District of Columbia.
Sir Thomas Liptons Shamrock V reached Horta harbor in the Azores amid headwinds delaying its voyage to the United States for the Ameri can run. Col Duncan Nell, Liptons representative aboard the Erin, said contact with the Shamrock was briefly lost in mist and rain before the ship resumed its voyage.
Associate John Wood announced this morning the withdrawal of an appeal filed by Edwards. The case involved a fatal poisoning linked to Keefer and Carmit County officials. Edwards had been charged with murder and faced penalties, with the state penitentiary sentence to be imposed following the withdrawal.
A forest fire swept the Woodmont Rod and Gun Club preserves near Hancock Maryland destroying two cottages and threatening 200 acres of breeding pens for wild turkeys pheasants and partridges. Firefighters from Hancock and nearby towns fought the blaze as structures on the 5 000 acre preserve faced danger from the flames.
Floodwaters overwhelmed two Indian villages, causing inundation across multiple homes and streets. Local authorities coordinated relief teams to evacuate residents and assess damage while weather forecasts warned of continued heavy rains.
The article describes large crowds at events in Buckeystown and Rocky Ridge with picnics and contests. It notes appearances by Philadelphia Athletics star George Barnshaw and local dignitaries. Activities include dancing, knightly tournaments, coronations, judges, and prize awards, with plans for a second Maryland State Dairymen’s picnic at Racer’s Grove.
A Finksburg farmer is described as critical after a savage bull attack near his farm. He was conveyed to a hospital with a fractured injury, and authorities reported the incident as a severe livestock attack from the corral area near his home. Unknown details and names are partially obscured in the edition.
A brief notice from July records a marriage event in Baile, Wisconsin, noting the couple and venue details and confirming wedding registration in local civic records.
Children swarm Baker Park on a hot day seeking shade and cool air as temperatures rise. Families bring water and snacks while residents find relief from the heat in the city park.
The Baker Park playground hosts a planned circus for August with events including best costume contests for a boy and girl, a bicycle race, a kitty car race, a scooter race, and a stunt show. An additional unusual event will be announced later as supervision and activities draw crowds. attendance notes show heavy patronage this year with daytime story telling and bean bag games and evening paddling and lawn ball entertainment.
The commission orders a milk hauling rate of 2 cents per gallon plus 0.25 cents for dirt roads. The first 13 miles cost 2 cents and each additional mile adds 0.25 cents. Affects Western Maryland Corp, W D Akehurst, Walter A Yay, John A Ensor, Frank Petenon, Mitton G White, Tidewater Line Inc, White Transportation Co and others.
Mon roe Johnson of Savannah Georgia writes in the American Bar Association Journal August issue about Roger Brooke Taney. The article cites Taney’s views on slavery and his role in the Merryman case with Lincoln’s disregard, arguing Taney’s decision was vindicated. Local readers note the Frederick and Taney House connections and praise Johnson’s work.
The Past Grands Association of Frederick County I O O F met at King David Lodge No. 39 with delegates from Elk Ridge No. 35 Bruns wick and other lodges. Principal speaker and committee chairmen presented reports on temple improvements in Baltimore and related lodge activities.
A vacation journey ended in a fatal road crash. Authorities reported a single vehicle collision with a death on the highway near the coastal region. The victim’s identity remains withheld pending family notification.
Rebels in Changsha demand a payment of 420000 for safe passage and protection. The move signals a bid to extract funds from local authorities amid escalating conflict. Authorities have yet to respond to the ransom request.
Widespread attacks on merchants homes described as looting during an invasion of foreign property. Wealthy Chinese merchants reportedly resisted, while violence left many areas of the city in ruins. Foreign mission properties burned, with riots and confiscations affecting banks and business places.
Chicago July 30 AP Patrolman Anthony Ruthy identified Frank Portex, a Chicago gunman, as the slayer of Alfred Lingle a Tribune reporter killed June 9. Ruthy pursued the assailant across Michgan boulevard and described a glimpse of the killer running a course through traffic before vanishing. Foster, tied to the Moran gang, reportedly bought the pistol used in the shooting, leading to Foster’s arrest in Los Angeles and indictment for the murder.
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