Three Persons Killed in Western Maryland Incident
A Sunday report identifies three people killed in a Western Maryland incident. Details remain sparse as authorities investigate the fatal event and confirm identities.
03 Jun 1929
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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1929
Page
1
A Sunday report identifies three people killed in a Western Maryland incident. Details remain sparse as authorities investigate the fatal event and confirm identities.
A Nash sedan carrying Mr. and Mrs. Morris F. Watts and Mrs. Daisy Brewer was struck by a westbound Western Maryland passenger train at a dangerous grade crossing near Sabillasville and St a te Sanatorium Sunday evening. Watts and Mrs. Watts died. Brewer survived to be hospitalized in Waynesboro, Pa. Officials from Sabillasville and Thurmont began inquiries, with Justice C N Stem visiting the scene and Sheriff W C Roderick overseeing the investigation.
Hood College concludes commencement week events with a Tuesday morning addresses by Dean Charles R. Brown of Yale Divinity School at Brodbeck Hall. Sunday evening's Christian Endeavor Society named officers for 1929 30 and committees including Hesman Brish Culler Pahroes Condon Marsh Cowell DeLashi Butt Trandie Rhoads.
A historical notice lists donors and amounts to a tornado relief fund including Mr. and Mrs. HD Beker about 25.00 Blanche A Hummer 1.07 C Thotss Kemp 509 Prom and Friend 100 in E Ramsburg Lewis SOW case 5.0 Friend of Red Cross 1.00 Coeris E Beker S$. Total amount 3539.00.
At Havre de Grace Maryland on June 3 a hotel robbery occurred as three men entered the building, overpowered staff, and attempted to force the safe. Although cash and checks were taken, $580 in cash remained in a separate compartment. Local reports tie the event to the Hancock apple drop and broader regional fruit-picking expectations.
Following a run of unusually cool weather the Weather Bureau predicts light frost in this section tonight. In Frederick the temperature fell to 46 degrees Sunday night while today the high reached only 69 degrees, well below normal. The cool spell is expected to ease later in the week with above normal temperatures in prospect. Across New York state similar frosty conditions were reported with a record low for June. In New York City the day began with a 44 degree low at 5 a.m.
St John’s Catholic Cemetery on East Third Street gains praise as a beautiful burial place with blooming flowers, new shrubbery, and semidetached cement walks. Mary B Eisenhauer leads the cemetery company re established in 1918 with Fr F A Schwallenberg and others overseeing ongoing beautification. notable burials include Chief Roger Brooke Taney and Governor Enoch Louis Lane as well as long time parish members.
The Federal Council of Churches stance against war was approved by the seventy first United Presbyterian General Assembly commissioners. Debates included Rev. Dr. Charles Gilmore opposing the council’s position. Ta was chosen as the 1930 assembly site. A report on the state of religion urged an education campaign and preaching on the topic.
Mt. Vesuvius erupted on the southeast side of the crater sending a copious lava flow toward Pompeii. The lava sea is about 40 feet wide while no new danger to nearby dwellings or Pompeii is anticipated. the interior cone remains active.
London June 3 AP Premier Baldwin head of the Conservative government that has held power five years will resign following his party's defeat in last week's general election. He may hand in his resignation to the king tomorrow if he does not face Parliament on June 28.
Swarthmore College conferred the honorary Doctor of Letters on Mrs. Herbert Hoover. The event is noted alongside references to family ties and Hood College connections. A separate item mentions a fatal sightseeing accident in Long Beach with two killed and two injured.
A Martinsburg man is charged with manslaughter and reckless driving after a collision on a steep grade near Braddock Heights. Frederic Holtz, 23, of Martinsburg, died from a crushed head. several others were injured and treated at Frederick City Hospital.
Speculative sentiment turns bullish on the market with a sharp wheat price rebound. Oils rails and utilities rally while broad advance draws heavy volume as traders react to May earnings and sales reports and anticipated policy moves.
The Hood College commencement gathers alumnae from classes spanning 1899 to 1929. The roster features names including Mary Filler Aten, Edith M. Hawan, Grace Setin Landauer, and Ruth Co. Fawl among many others.
A Willowdale school picnic in Walter Poule's meadow on May 20 featured Miss Bessie Brown Rural Supervisor and a student program. Highlights included welcome songs, recitations, flower tributes, flag drill, patriotic exercises, and a memorial tribute to the dead.
A fire in Salisbury, Maryland causes about 40000 dollars in damage to a local furniture factory. Firefighters battled the blaze for hours but the building suffered extensive destruction. Insurance coverage is cited as a concern for losses.
The Supreme Court discusses sentences in the case of Sinclair and associates. Magee and others receive varying terms while Burns is fined. Burns detectives scrutinized jurors. Sinclair continues a three month DC jail term for contempt of the Senate and defying questions in the oil investigation.
Large crowd attends Confederate Memorial Way services at Mt Olivet and St John cemeteries. Fitzhugh Lee Chapter Daughters of the Confederacy presided and graves were decorated. Speaker W. Clinton McSherry praised Confederate volunteers and soldiers. Additional services followed at St John Cemetery with prayers and benediction.
Frendls Scott Key Council leaders announce Cascade Camp Broriees to run June 17 to July 1 with 100 percent Carroll County participation anticipated and Frederick County Scouts also expected. New assistants include Leland W. Chandler in swimming and Clyde S. De Hoff signaling. Ned Shriver maps. James A. McVernon aids Maryland School for the Deaf boys. additional first aid supervision sought. Franklin F. Marsh to teach astronomy. camp uses National Guard camp facilities at Cascade. Rotary club and scout officials briefed on progress.
Washington June 3 AP Chairman Smead of the Finance committee said the open hearings on the tariff bill will be conducted in the capital finance committee setting. Democrats had pressed for openness and promised to pursue open proceedings if progress on the measure stalls. A related note mentions an option for open sale if needed. Gylvester Brown, 317 East Castch Street, was fined for auto violation with 70 and other fees. Arrests were made by Sgt Ded and Henry F. Nusz connected to a separate charge.
Captain Louis Rounds reported a man identifying himself as Col. Charles A. Lindbergh sailed a 38 foot double cabin motor yacht named Mouette from Port Jefferson to Block Island and Boston bound. The Mouette, built by Elco at Bayonne, was sold weeks earlier for about 10750 dollars and features a two person stateroom and four person forward cabin.
An inquiry into alleged National Guard equipment use during a textile strike in Teaneck is ordered by the War Department. Secretary Good said a briefing was requested from Secretary Neu regarding the matter, with a report due about a week later.
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