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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1929
Page
1
City backs a new airport plan amid strong public support as officials seek funding and planning approvals. Residents and business leaders express endorsement, highlighting expected economic growth and improved regional connectivity.
The city receives strong backing for an airfield to be leased by the Commerce Department for three years once land is purchased. Private funding will cover costs until the city can assume ownership, with beacon lights and perimeter floodlights planned. Local business groups and civic clubs endorse the project, noting it would place Frederick on aviation maps and boost eastern air traffic and mail routes.
William P. Schoell, a Philadelphia shoe salesman for the Sherwood Shoe Company, died in a car on the Middleburg pike near Hagerstown. Authorities investigate natural causes or possible poisoning, with no robbery found. the vehicle stopped near a fence and clues include money and shoe orders.
After a cool spring, warm weather aids corn growth and signals rapid progress in harvesting across the region. Reports note favorable temperatures and steady gains in corn, oats, potatoes, tobacco, tomatoes, and other crops, with digging proceeding where conditions allow.
The Liberty High School Alumni Association held its annual banquet at the Elmer Inn Frizzelsburg Sunday evening. The program featured addresses songs and duets with senior initiations and officers elected for 1929 30 including president Duvall Sweadner and secretary Teresa Wright A $5 gold piece was offered as an award to the year's best all around pupil.
In Paris on June 20 AP reports a Yellow Bird stowaway named Acmera Lord Jr. accompanied Arthur Schreiber and towed away aboard a plane bound for the United States. The stowaway appeared contrite and anxious, shaking hands with Lea and sharing a kiss.
About 200 members of the Maryland Delaware and District of Columbia Sons of Union Veterans gathered in Hagerstown for a session selecting officers. The program included trips to Gettysburg and related events.
STIMSOM investigates the firing incident aboard the patrol boat OM at Westgtc lant. Officials from AP report secretary Siimes states a case file opened after a tense encounter near the American coast as multiple crews assess the scene and motives.
The Baker Park pool opened for the 1928 season amid heat and crowds. About 75 youngsters rushed the gates before 9 am, with a few adults joining later as lifeguards posted and water filled over three nights. The inaugural rush continued through the afternoon as spectators gathered and officials expected a busy day and evening session.
Brazoria county Texas June 20 AP reports forty four convicts seized three guards at Plymouth state prison farm and fled. A few hours later three were recaptured and two were shot by a cattleman nearby. The remainder scattered into dense river bottom brush.
New York stock prices recovered after early heaviness as speculation grew that credit stringency will ease after the month. Public utilities food chain stores automotive and electrical equipment shares rose to new highs. Call money held at seven percent with total trading around 2,600,000 shares.
Early mail to Frederick was nearly three hours late after a washout on the Western Maryland Railway near Tasers Westminster. The disrupted train transferred to a Pennsy line and then to the railroad in Harrisburg, arriving in the city around 7:53 a.m.
A memorial statue and bust of Thomas Johnson are under construction in Court House Park. Joseph Urner crafted the bust in bronze with an antique patina, set on a Quincy granite pedestal. Judge T Scott Offutt will deliver the principal address at the unveiling, with funding supported by public subscription and a county appropriation.
Portsmouth Florida June 20 AP reports Tom Mix actor police say Gat Frysendzhi valet was arrested after a bag containing cash about 75600 vanished from his car following a performance. The bag reportedly held money from the show with the theft prompting police inquiries.
Fragmentary OCR text lists Mr W Sears Mobier and Mr Barthelow families with addresses on Jefersen streets Baltimore. It notes a Monday report date and long sentence fragments referring to biases and Takoma D C 1902 origins.
Boy Scouts of Frederick and Carrot counties at Camp Bierlee Cascade report daily program continues despite Lake Royer dam break. About 40 million gallons of water released. upper lake used, safety measures in place, camp routine carried out with minor delay to swimming schedule. Awards to troops and individuals planned. some homesickness noted but fading.
Minneapolis report on Gene Shank and Owen I. Haughland attempting a new world airplane refueling record in the Miss Minneapolis at Wold-Chamberlain Airport. An oil shortage caused their second attempt to fail as they flew over the Twin Cities region.
Washington reports that James Cannon Jr of the Episcopal Church South would say nothing about charges and related reports as investigations continue with no official statement from him.
Local report notes an unusual case involving Heflin's sow detained on a charge linked to dopey driving. Court records show the event prompting a brief public notice and local comment.
The fragment notes an invited arrangement for a reception linked to a visit and encampment event at a listed address or venue. It mentions invitation and planning actions without clear dates or full names.
In Milford May 20 AP report notes a short jail interview with railroad brakeman James Aberts who is being questioned in the Edward Sterke homicide case. The State's Attorney says Aberts showed no knowledge of the crime and the inquiry will continue later. Mrs Mattie Stone of De Grastill inquired about Aberts health.
Members of the Glade Reformed charge unite Woodsboro St. John's and Glade Walkersville churches to greet Rev. and Mrs. Rosenberger at a Tuesday reception. Elders and wives hosted before moving to the church lawn for songs, readings, and remarks by local clergy. The couple wed June 5 in North Wales PA.
Approximately 100 Montgomery county public school teachers will attend six week summer sessions starting June 24 at several institutions. Most will have expenses partly paid by the county. others attend voluntarily at their own cost. Several named teachers will attend University of Maryland, George Washington University, University of Virginia, and more. Additional teachers have not yet reported selections. Colored teachers also invited to attend at various institutions.
Ira Shafer and Mrs. Shafer of Middletown faced charges after a trio impersonated a sheriff, forcing Mrs. Shafer into a car and chasing a missing boy to relatives’ homes. Tax driver Shiver claimed only to accompany the trip. all denied disorderly conduct. The three were held for hearings with sentences set at three months and fines totaling eighty dollars.
Baltimore June 20 AP Sterree Attorney Herbert R. O Connor says four men awaiting sentencing in road fund case will appear before Judge Samuel K. Dennis Friday. Included are Thomas A. Butler James H. Woods and Francis J. Woods ex State Road Commission employee now serving terms for cartering road fund speculation. Franklin Shirey garage owner to be sentenced for false pretenses. Other cases include Enoch C. Chaney and Elmer Stallings still pending.
Public utilities in and around Baltimore worked to restore service after electrical storms Wednesday. The Weather Bureau logged 99 inches of rain and northeast winds to 36 mph. Rain disrupted rail lines and signaling. about 3,000 telephones were out of service.
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