Gulf Co to Build Two New Filling Stations
Gulf Oil Company announces construction of two new filling stations at the Frazier property on North Market and Seventh Street. The purchase amplifies GulfCo’s expansion in the downtown corridor.
29 Jun 1926
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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1926
Page
1
Gulf Oil Company announces construction of two new filling stations at the Frazier property on North Market and Seventh Street. The purchase amplifies GulfCo’s expansion in the downtown corridor.
Gulf Refining Company announces purchase of the Old Stone Tavern site at West Patrick and Jefferson and the Frazier property at North Market and West Seventh streets for new drive in filling stations. Razings will begin within ten days. both stations expected to open by September 1. Roger B. Wolfe notes fit for tourism, with 112 by 148 foot sites and high visibility. The era’s landmark tavern will be removed to make way for modern service facilities. A long service season at Braddock Heights opens Sunday with a patriotic program led by the American Legion and a Braddock Heights Concert Band under Charles C. T. Stull.
Thomas J. Glougher, former Meath department secretary, convicted of bribery in a milk bootlegging scheme, received a term of not less than five nor more than ten years. He was linked to a plan involving illicit milk entry to New York and to a witness who testified detailing payments. A stay of seven weeks was granted to allow connection to be dissolved and for a certificate of application of reasonable doubt to be issued.
Miss Mary Coletta OToole daughter of Mr and Mrs VY Th OToole of Thurmont and Mr Vault Franklin Frick son of Mr and Mrs Jacob Frick of Warhesboro Pa wed in a Saturday ceremony at the Church of Our Lady of Carmel Thurmont The Rev Thomas J Wheeler officiated with Rev William A Xeligan and others assisting The bride wore white chiffon over satin with a bouquet of roses and sweet peas The best man was Vincent Monroe VTole and ushers included brothers OToole The reception followed at Mount Vue The couple plan to reside at Wareheim Apartments Warhesboro Pa The article also notes a Baltimore luncheon address by Rev Charles D Shafter YMCA official on the law of averages.
Committees from the consistory and Mite Society of Evangelical Reformed church with Rev. Dr. I. L. G. Kieffer visited Christ Lutheran in Baltimore Sunday night to inspect amplifiers. No action yet. Marriage Licenses recorded for Mervin Hawker, 21, and Ethel Iyler, 39, of Gettysburg Pa. Ernest Reddie, 22, and Mars Wilson, 17, of Frederick.
Webster Schuman died from a bullet wound inflicted by Vance Lee, a 33 year old man who used a life and two revolvers to wound nine people before police killed him. Police Clerk Thomas Dillon is expected to die from spinal injuries, with three other victims in serious condition. Patrolman Ignatus Benesch was struck by a skull fracture and gunshot wound, while Mildred Duncan a 11 year old girl, and Arthur Reddins remain critically or seriously hurt. LeRoy E Lentz remains hospitalized.
Frederick postoffice schedules detail dispatch and receipt times for mails to and from Frederick, Maryland, listing destinations, routes, and cutoffs. The notice covers numerous lines and cities including Baltimore, Philadelphia, New York, Washington, D.C., and Western Maryland, with specific A.M. and P.M. times and exceptions, plus Sunday timings and an overall allowance period for mail distribution.
Fire fanned by strong winds ignited roofs across the street from the old mill ruin. Juniors battled smoldering ruins, using chemicals to douse flames. Dynamite blasted a corner wall but failed to collapse the structure. the three foot base walls remain, making the mill a danger and slated for demolition.
About 150 attendees at the Administrative Officers and Teachers Conference plus the Young People's Conference in Hond College rooms hear that the county tax rate for fiscal year 1926.27 will be set by the County Commissioners on Wednesday afternoon. Totals for the budget items are not yet ready, making the exact rate unclear though past rates show variations from 1.30 to 1.78. Wednesday morning marks the final session before fixing the rate.
Garber Baking Company disposed of the Matrick street retail store. Luther E Derr purchases stock and equipment and takes immediate possession. Derr aims for thorough confectionery business knowledge with active personal attention. Store to operate seven days a week with improved fountain service and candles. Rosy plans include continuing fresh bakery Roos line under the Der t s Goodie Shop brand. Wounded by ankle, Patrolman Collins and Calvin Howard shot in hand rest at home. Dr William W Krammer self-removed bullet after transfer. condition excellent.
President Coolidge will emulate Izak Walton this summer while balancing public duties and retirement in the Adirondacks. He has a history of enjoying Vermont streams and a fondness for fishing, recalling earlier leisure in Washington.
Promoters announce a collection of antiques and relics to decorate the Court House during the sesqui centennial. Citizens are urged to lend items such as pewter ware china and autographs from notable figures. Notable promised pieces include a surveyor’s instrument from 1799 and relics tied to Monroe Carrollton and Johnson families.
Senate Campaign Funds Committee hears Pepper deny involvement in any Pittsburgh saloons opening before Pennsylvania primary. North Dakota slush fund charges raised by Senator Nye. Witnesses discuss prohibition enforcement and W U T U funds. adjournment set as Woodruff and Attorney General to testify.
A mid continent heat wave pushes temperatures to 106 degrees at Pierre South Dakota and breaks records in Stony City Iowa and North Newton South. Chicago’s 106 forecast exceeds May 1 1926 high, with forecasters predicting relief by tomorrow as Weather Bureau officials warn.
Baris reports Parliament will decide to ratify or reject the Washington interallied debt funding pact as part of the policy declaration of the new Briand cabinet. The government says settling the interallied debt is key to stabilizing the franc and preserving continental pro‑power stability.
Suzanne Lenglen French tennis champion scratches from Wimbledon after injury. Reports say Burns Wolfe about 18 severely burned in a June 16 sulfuric explosion at a farm near Harper’s Ferry West Virginia. his brother Theodore Wolfe 20 also burned.
Frederick prepares the largest pyrotechnic show in city history to close the Sesqui Centenary celebration next Monday evening at eight in the new city park. R. L. Warfield chairs the committee with R. E. Town and H. F. Shipley. a National Fireworks Company representative will oversee the program and eight additional pieces may be added. The display includes multi inch shells, color fins, and ground effects, with separate shows at Catoctin Country Club and Braddock Heights to follow. Parking is arranged on nearby streets and Memorial Ground area.
New York June, a Treasury opinion on Lieutenant Richard F. Tisd Jr.’s May flight to the North Pole holds that film exposures occurred on the high seas, not abroad. The department treats the return as a non importation and opened a duty free admission inquiry.
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