29 Jun 1934
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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1934
Page
1
A local decision sources indicate the city will acquire battlefield land using funds not sourced from federal programs. The project carries a high rating for potential impact and long term value, with officials asserting control over the parcel despite limited outside financial support.
Frederick officials report current tax year near full collection with only two percent unpaid and water department accounts in satisfactory order. Congressman Lewis and Senator Goldsborough pledge private funding to acquire land for a Monocacy Battlefield military park while avoiding federal land purchase expenditures, urging budget officials to attach their letter to the appropriation report.
Frederick county residents hosting New York Fresh Air children were urged to send invitations to Rev. Dr. Henri L. G. Kieffer, chairman, by July 2. If plans shape, tenement children will arrive July 11 for a two week stay. Ministers and rural women’s clubs were contacted. Also notes about a Woodsboro church straw ride and a class outing.
Six loans approved as delays from the property repairs program pushed back a second start. Asa T. Matthews, settlement attorney for the Western Maryland firm, said the Cumberland office is returning to its previous pace after appraisals and repairs. A large number of applications await action at the Frederick equity assessor’s office.
Today’s weather notes include 7am precipitation figures and year over year comparisons. Normal June precipitation is 436 inches, with 281 inches recorded in June 1933. Deficiency to June 1 is 82 inches. 24 hours ending today show 2.28 inches, yesterday 0.98. High today unknown, last year 95. Low tonight 3, last year 69. Sunset today and sunrise tomorrow listed as 47 a.m. Moon times show 10 23 ppm, moonrise and moonset estimates provided for tomorrow.
Luther Gladhill of Mountaindale sought a license to sell beer at Reservoir Inn near Mountaindale Union Chapel and Camp. twenty two residents protested citing proximity to churches and road traffic. Objections forwarded to State License Bureau. hearing date likely. President Roosevelt approved wartime compensation and farm mortgage moratorium bills but deferred others.
Marie Dressler rallies after a night of grave illness as doctors report progress five hours after the medical chief warned she might not survive the night. Her condition had included heart and kidney problems, with early notes of danger at seven o clock yesterday.
About 200 silk plant workers at Hopewell quit their jobs amid unresolved tensions and threats reported by managers. The disturbance points to labor unrest linked to chemical usage and wage concerns, with officials urging calm as negotiations pause.
A bank robber received a 25 year prison term. Details mention Coveland and Amorcin, with references to trucks and cars shipped to Japan in 1933 and a note about the U S Department of Commerce.
A scorching heat wave in Illinois has pushed the death count higher, with authorities noting a heat-related toll surpassing a previous threshold. Officials urge residents to seek shade, stay hydrated, and check on vulnerable neighbors during extreme temperatures.
Milwaukee area riots amid a fourth day of a strike at the Milwaukee Electric Railway and Light Company left one dead, multiple injuries, and widespread arrests. Police reported 30,000 spectators at Lakeside power plant events as trolley and bus service remained paralyzed citywide. Deputies posted at sites after a crowd electrocuted Eugene Domagalski while clashing with fences and rioters.
A booklet detailing the Francis Scott Key celebration for Joseph’s 80th birthday is now available. It covers events, attendees, and names. 4,000 playgroups and a memorial gift for each member of the committee. The booklet, 40 pages, lists all speakers, contributions, and the program guiding the anniversary dinner.
Crowds endure a punishing heat at the county centennial pageant parade in Frederick. A 100 degree peak marked a record high since last year’s readings. Troop E, Third Cavalry from Fort Myers added military glow while thousands watched along Market and Patrick streets. The parade repeats at the Fair Grounds tonight and Friday night with organizers hoping for a cooler evening.
Thomas Chew, a veteran member of the United Fire Company, collapsed at 1:35 pm behind the engine house. Firefighters attempted revival with an oxygen inhalator but he died, age 78, as onlookers and a funeral director took charge.
New York June 29 stock market steadies after President's address as trading remains quiet. There are faint rallies but no strong moves, with grains heavier on hedges and commodities like cotton and rubber easing. Bonds lack clear direction while dollar and gold currencies drift. call money steady at one percent.
First Sergeant William Lastrence of Troop EB Fort Myer was injured when his horse fell on him Thursday. He suffered a deep laceration extending from one eye to the other, requiring about ten stitches, and was moved from Frederick City Hospital today.
Sturens Brothers, hopping from Harbor Grace, embarked at dawn in their big red white and blue monoplane Warsaw for a nine hour forty minute over Atlantic flight from Floyd Bennett Field. Favorable weather ahead from the west wind and a New York warming report aided the eastern sky voyage. Drunkenness charge noted later against Ernest Lane in a street case heard by Officers McHenry and Pacbus.
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