Presbyterian Church Opens Meeting at Hood College
About 250 participants attend the annual Summer meeting of the Presbyterial Synod of Baltimore and Women's Synodical Society at Hood College June 16 20. Noted speakers include Rev Dr J Ross Stevenson Rev Dr Joseph R Sito Rev Dr Cleland B McAfee Rev Dr Liar Evans and Rev Dr Silas Evans.
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Presbyterial Synod of
Baltimore
Synodical Scodtery
Hood Colege
J. Ross Stevenson
Princeton Theological Seminary
Josep R. Sito
Washington
Cleland B. McAfee
Liar Evans
Ripon College
Ripon
Wis
McAfee
Synod
Synodical Society
Brodbeck Hall
Silas Evans
Robert N. McLean
Home Missions
E. H. Silverthorn
India
Cieland B. McAfee
General Assembly
Silas Beans
Women’s Sympdical Society
Synod of Baltimore
Evans
Foreign Mission
Synodcai
Masone Temple
J. Ross Steverton
A. Brown Caldwell
National Mission
Southwest
Robert Micean
Variety of Cases Set for Police Court Trial
A string of arrests in Reading Pennsylvania led to police court cases. Lee and others were charged with drunkenness after street disturbances, with Gouceres and Sobel involved in the arrests. The report notes arrests by Officer Bargis and Lieut Schell, all facing drunkenness charges and awaiting further action.
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Ania
Pateig OS
Lieut
Schell
Munition Dump Blast Kills 200 in Hunan Province
Shanghai reports a munition dump blast near Chuchow thirty miles south of Changsha in Hunan on June 12. One hundred persons died before deaths rose to around 200 with about 300 injured and extensive property damage. Dispatches say rebel soldiers from Kwangsi seized the dump and mishandled explosives, with a soldier possibly dropping a hand grenade triggering a six hour disaster.
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Shanghai
Chuchow
Changsha
Hunan
Kwangsi
Sperry dies. gyroscope pioneer and naval innovator
Elmer Sperry, noted for perfecting the gyroscope and inventing the gyro compass and aircraft stabilizers, died at Sir John's hospital. A Naval Consulting Board member since 1913, he contributed many devices for the United States Navy including stabilizers, searchlight and engine controls.
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New York
Elmer Sperry
Sir John's Hospital
United States Navy
Naval Consulting Board
Burglary at Ellicott City Jewelry Store
Thieves cracked open Isaac H Taylor’s shop in Ellicott City using a five pound stone wrapped in a window shade to shatter two plate glass windows. About 432 rings and 20 watches were reported missing before a newsboy alerted police.
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Ellicott City
Isaac H. Taylor
Taylor
Class Reunions Tonight With Noted Guests
An evening reunion program is set with toastmaster Martin L. Bowers, class of 1924. Guests of honor include Prof. W. K. Klingaman and Prof. and Mrs. A. L. Sears. Also attending are Miss Mrs. Fenton Harvis and Evine Wiener, with toasts planned for Mr. Bowers and dons Hai.
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Martin L. Bowers
W. K. Klingaman
A. L. Sears
Fenton Harvis
Evine Wiener
Bowers
Dons Hai
Injured Exe Seeks Water Rest on West Third Street
A man identified as Exe was injured and moved toward a water rest on West Third Street after an incident at a nearby location. Police responded and provided aid as bystanders watched.
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Ened Eefel
West Taird Street
County clubs begin short course with record turnout
Frederick county hosts the annual short course with the largest local delegation in years. Miss Helen Pearson leads a group including members from Merryland Tract Pleasant Grow Emmitsburg New Market Jefferson Middletown and other clubs while speakers from Chicago Reisterstown and St Paul attend. Nine rural delegates join the county as 15 first time attendees participate.
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Jwhl
Tor
Helen Pearson
Fredery Federation
Middletown
J. Homer Remsberg
Merle Remsberg
Lewistown
Frederick
College Park
Baird O
J. P
Feiser
Woodsboro
Maryland Court Affirms $22 506 Verdict in Car Freight Collision
The Maryland Court of Appeals upheld a $22 506 verdict in favor of Dr. James T. Johnson Sr. Cumberland against Potomac Edison Co. for injuries from a collision with a defendant freight car on Pat Tick Street. The decision, from Allogany county to Rockville, was 4 to 4, preserving the original ruling. Attorneys included Walter C. Capper and Alonzo F. Whiting for Johnson. William C. Walsh Alexander Armstrong and Sto Weinberg for the company. The defense argued no negligence but the court allowed hearing on resumption of negligence.
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Court of Appeals of
Maryland
James T. Johnson, Sr
Cumberland
Potomac Edison Co
Pattick Street
Frederica
Allogany County
Rockville
Court of Appeals
Walter C. Capper
Alonzo F. Whiting
Dr. Johnson
William C. Walsh
Alexander Armstrong
Hagerstown
Sto Weinberg
Frederick
Lotive
Property at 237 North Market Street Withdrawn at Trustees Sale
The home of the late Muss Ellen G. Castle at 237 North Market Street was offered at a trustees sale in front of the courthouse by Leo Weinbers and Albert S. Brown but withdrawn at noon after a bid of 11 000 by Gilmore R. The sale was then reoffered and undecided as the court held bids at 15 050 with Mr. Fawer reportedly abstaining.
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North Market Street
Muss
Ellen G. Castle
Leo Weinbers
Albert S. Brown
Gilmore R
Faw
Flaum
Monter
Tydar
Sermon at Dedication of Sts Philip and James Church
The sermon by Rev Ipna aS Smoth of the Dominican Hasse of Studies Washington preached at the dedication ceremony of the new Ss Philip and James chapel. Architectural details completed, confirming the structure's significance in the parish.
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Ipnaas Smoth
Hasse of Studies
Washington
SS. Philip and James
Prohibition Debate Marks Bible School Opening Address
Leo Weinberg urged continued support for the Eighteenth Amendment in a speech to the League of the Methodist group. The Daily Vacation Bible School opened in Frederick with 241 children, the largest opening day enrollment, at Church Street School under the Frederick City Ministerial Association.
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Iield
Frederick City
Margaret Sager
Earl
S Howard
Baptist
Zalvary M
Church of the Brethren
Episcopal
Evangelical Reformed
Grace Reformed
Lutheran
Trinity
Presbyterian
Robert
Immediate steps planned to boost Mt Alt water supply
A city meeting between the Maser and Council approved urgent work this week to strengthen Mt Alt water supply. Work will start at once on a new project near the present one station with officials in charge including Dr Peter E Heimer and Helner, aimed at faster delivery to the North Main Street area.
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Mt. Alt
Sherhe Brouin
Broxn
Clagelsuith
Noth
Ships safety claims amid Fairfax-Pinctits disaster hearing
Boston reports quote Capt Stanly V. Parker of the coast guard cutter Tampa saying no SOS was heard from the Fairfax the night of the collision though log entries show 20 minutes of messages to Boston after the crash. Testimony notes five fire hose lines broke and questions rottenness or overpressure. Farrell, aboard Fairfax, describes fighting fire and sighting the sinking amid the disaster trial.
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Soro
Vas
George S Fawan CS Ssehy Leas
Farrell
United States
Thapetion Service
Direerson Hoover
Farrel
Boston
Stanly V. Parker
Coast Guard
Tampa
Fairfax
Parker
North Seltuate
Eight Toledo Men Missing From Boat
After an all night coast guard search, eight Toledoans are missing including Charles HL Nants, collector of internal revenue. Three other boats joined the search from Toledo, with the speedboat to Pelee found drifting off Put-in-Bay Island carrying three life preservers and a hat. The missing group includes Frank B. Jones, Herbert Nants, Arthur Kruse, Frank Miller, Henry Heinbush, John Myers, and John Hickock.
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Toledo
Coast Guard
Lucas County Board of Elections
Herbert Nants
Charles
Arthur Kruse
Kruse-Burman Mortuary Co
Frank Miller
Henry Heinbush
John Myers
John Hickock
Self-inflicted death ends 26 day fast in Danville
Danville Virginia June 16 AP Frank W Davis a 54 year old farmer recently ended a 26 day fast to curb his anger and died from a self inflicted gunshot wound. He was found dead in his cabin by neighbors with a cord attached to the trigger. Authorities say death by own action and physicians noted lengthy illness prior.
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Danville
Frank W. Davis
Davis
David
Bandits Take 2300 in Pittsburgh Hold Up
A Pittsburgh robbery nets 2300 as two bandits flee the scene in a daylight hold up. Investigators search for suspects while authorities review nearby security footage and witness statements.
D A R To Compile Book of Pictures
Frederica Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution observed Flax Day with a bridge gathering at Pan Inn Urbana. A luncheon followed and a report on historical activities of Maryland chapters was given by Mrs. Francis H. Markell. The group discussed a project to photograph places of interest and preserve records, and decorated Revolutionary soldiers graves at Mt Olivet cemetery.
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Mt. Olivet
Priday
Markel
R. S. J. Dutrow
Miriam R. Appit
Francis Scott Key
Thomes Johnson
Donald McLean
Ate John Ritchie
Frederics
Dutrow
Henry T. Wade
John B. Harding
Anna Harding
Constance Harding
Mass
San
George Edward Smith
J. P. Fetser
Jesee B. Anders
Charles W. Ross
ITI
Miram R. Apple
Sophia Reich
Robber Still Active in Montgomery Area Heists
Police pursuit continues as scarce clues link a single bandit to a week of crimes in Montgomery County. robberies include stealing a auto from Hermaine Brown at Ridgeville and Clagettsville and cash and goods from Brown's store. The suspect allegedly hit Gulf Service Station at Ridg operated by R B Hobbs and attempted to steal cash by tampering with pumps. A second break in at Jacob and Son watch shop followed as authorities vet possible connections.
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Montgomery
Hermaine Brown
Detaen
Thowshiseh
Jacon and Son
Commissioner Chicago Police Resigns Over Department Crisis
Chicago police commissioner resigns today blaming politics and insufficient force. He cites crime pressures and prohibition as key factors while chief of detectives and Alcock, first deputy, expected to assume command. resignation aims to avoid hindering investigations and policing during upheaval.
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Iit
Russell
Doreen
Alcock
Lonmagsenser
Chicago
Traffic Charges Heard in People's Court
Three traffic charges and one supporting cast member appeared before Justice Alton V. Reapets in People's Court. Tasper Wolf forfeited 25 dollars for speeding near Orcapa, Jack Ladson paid 5 dollars for a hilltop crossing near Frederick Junction, and Mixx Sallie Richardson forfeited 10 dollars for operating without a license near the Frederick sub-station. Robert and Howard Eck er, brothers at the Barrick lime plant near Woodsboro, received six months suspended to pay 6 dollars and 82 cents weekly for the support of their mother Roma Ecker. their father is jailed awaiting trial for setting the J. W. LeGore barn ablaze earlier this spring. The defendants Kennedy and Carlisle Smith failed to appear after release on recognizance, with summonses issued for them. Several daughters reside elsewhere. one younger brother is at the Maryland Training School following a lime kiln incident.
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People’s Court
Alton V. Reapets
Art
John R. Kennedy
Takoma Park
Carlisle Smith
Union Bridge
Brubaker
Tasper
Wolf
Washington
Corporal Blizzard
Oricapa
Jack A. Ladson
Olney
Frederick Junction
Mixx Sallie Richardson
Frederick
Robert and
Howard Ecker
Barrick Lme
Woodsboro
House of Correction
Roma Ecker
J. W. LeGore
Maryland Training School
LeGote
Stock prices sink to new lows amid market decline
New York reports stock prices crushed to new low levels as a third week of steady decline continues. Trading activity was heavy with about 3.06 million shares changing hands.
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New York
Brother of Al Capowe Sentenced for Tax Fraud
The brother of Al Capowe received a three year term in a federal penitentiary in Leavenworth for fraud against the government by filing a fake income tax return at the Saw tax office.
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AL Capowe
Leavenworth
Hoover to Sign Tariff Bill Today
Washington AP reports President Hoover prepared to sign the immediate tariff bill today as congressional timing aimed to secure quick action. Officials indicated the measure would reach the White House for signature shortly, with anticipation of swift enforcement.
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Hoover
Washington
Dune
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