20 Jun 1930
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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1930
Page
1
The incident sequence in New York continues as a maniac slayer visits a visited scene causing a crash on a bridge. Along Georgetown Pike Thursday evening state police remain on duty throughout the night with injuries reported.
Philadelphia police hold a man on suspicion after a bridge collapse killed seven and injured nineteen. Cars stretched two miles from the scene with hundreds parked or idling along the highway as state police directed traffic and detours toward Bucketstown and Washington.
Willie Niemoth, a Chicago gangster, is found guilty in Baltimore court of complicity in the 47000 payroll robbery at the Henry Sonneborn Clothing Co. plant in 1926. Sentencing deferred while defense motions are considered. Niemoth is held without bail after arrival from Chicago. One robber, John Danko, was killed during the heist.
A six year old boy, James Monas, son of P. G. Monas, was struck near the American Restaurant by a car driven by Robert Wachter of Thurmont and was taken to Frederick City Hospital with a broken leg. A second child, Eve Billinger of East Street, also injured, remained in hospital overnight with unspecified conditions.
A fragment notes two weekend games involving the Rolling Roag team and a figure named Tariot. The readable text hints at a modest schedule and contested matchups, with no clear scores or venues due to damaged OCR. Further details are unavailable in the fragment.
Patrolman Patrick Mitchell was killed in a gun duel with a bandit after a hold up at a mall near Amsterdam Avenue. The bandit identified himself as George Harris of Cleveland and was wounded. the fatal shot came from the officer as the suspect fled to a taxicab. The loose loot was seven dollars.
A man believed to be a gang victim was found wrapped in canvas inside an automobile in Blue Island South Side suburb. Police tentatively identified the body as Lorenzo Juliano a 40 year old involved in an alcohol racket in Chicago. The car was buried among junk at a railway embankment foot.
Jones wins the British Open, repeating as champion in a dramatic finish at the Brae. Details on score and final leaderboard not fully legible.
The Synod of the Presbyterian Church voiced sympathy for bridge accident victims. Delegates, including Rev. Dr DeWitt M. Ben, visited Frederick City Hospital to comfort the injured and present a tribute. The session discussed missions, outreach, and support for Polish Italian and Jewish communities, with emphasis on youth ministry and Sunday School expansion.
New York June 20 AP reports a sharp market decline with heavy selling wiping out earlier gains. The Dow fell as Nervous operators dumped holdings and bonds were only marginally affected by a rate change. Wheat prices dropped to a season low and closed near the bottom of the day.
Ambiguous OCR fragment hints at theater buys or expansions with unclear names and dates. Readable bits suggest plans to increase venues or film showcases, but specifics are missing. Further text needed for precise summary.
Edward M. Devereux treasurer of the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad and his wife, of Baltimore, were seriously injured when their car overturned in a collision with another vehicle near Philadelphia.
An unclear incident reports an actress named Wera rescuing water during an event involving Capes 2 and Plant. Further details are not provided in the fragment.
The cortege drew cheers as Admiral Byrd and his party arrived, greeted by Eleanor Byrd and officials including Secretary Jahncke and Dr John Oliver LaFarge. Rear Admiral W A Moffett praised Navy efforts and Byrd credited sailors for the expedition’s success. The group headed to a hotel before visits to the White House.
The Jefferson Dairy Vacation Bible School opened with over ninety students and runs daily from the school to local churches for devotional services. Junior department led by Mrs. Howard Fawkes, with Miss Helen Rice guiding Primary and Miss Huth Seller directing Beginners. Classes focus on Bible study, memorization, and character stories, with closing exercises planned for Sunday, June 23 at 6 30 p.m. at the Methodist church.
Harvard squads defeated Yale in London with the Crimson freshmen and juniors combining for a strong performance. The event occurred along the Thames with crews racing in safe conditions, concluding in a clear Harvard advantage.
Paul Brackrock a 14 year old boy and Mrs Eunedy vary MeL are reported recovering after a local accident. authorities say the incident involved medical care and varying injuries with ongoing treatment.
Regret expressed over a bridge collapse as authorities announce plans to immediately construct a new structure. Report notes fatal crash details and initial on scene reporting following the incident.
A Frederick Maryland bridge collapse killed three workers and injured several others as a rescue and investigation unfolded. Chief Engineer Harry Williar announced a full inquiry with a new bridge to be built. traffic rerouted via Buckeystown Ridgeville and Henderson's corner as recovery continued. Funeral arrangements and witness accounts followed, detailing the fall and rescue efforts.
Francis Scott Roy Council Boy Scouts of America announces a Sunday opening for its annual summer camp at Camp Biorlee Cascade. Twenty boys have registered with fifteen paid and enrolled. caravan leaves City Hall at 1 pm. The camp runs to noon Sunday July 5 with tents, mess hall, and supervised programs.
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