Trial of Two for Murder of Harper Heard by Jury
Jury hears case of two defendants accused in the murder of Harper. A state witness describes a beaten man and a deathbed statement alleged to be offered in evidence as part of the proceedings.
05 Mar 1936
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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Mar 05, 1936
Page
1
Jury hears case of two defendants accused in the murder of Harper. A state witness describes a beaten man and a deathbed statement alleged to be offered in evidence as part of the proceedings.
The Assaease Press reports that Emperor Selassie accepted the League of Nations appeal for peace. The article notes mixed initial reactions and mentions ongoing discussions as a path to reduce hostilities.
In New York Mayor LeGuerda and union leader James J. Bambrick clash over a strike that could escalate. Bambrick vows to carry the fight to a finish while representatives deny immediate comments as talks stall. Officials warn arbitration may end the work stoppage but sections remain unsettled.
A vehicle collision report appears amid garbled OCR text. The fragment mentions autos and a collision but lacks clear names or locations. Further readable details are needed to identify parties, place, and outcome.
James F Prmnes of Carolina and Winifred D Toussan spoke at the Ladies Auxiliary gathering of the VFW Life. The event featured remarks by community figures and highlighted ongoing veterans’ support efforts.
A report on relief fraud accuses a legislator of appointing a man who listed Gar Barn as residence and alleges immoral acts, drunkenness, and gambling among recipients. The document notes Mason five applications and suggests abuses by rebel clients, with figures on examined cases and recommended tax adjustments.
A fragment notes Dr Dryden offering care guidance for Tomoremen. The text is garbled with terms like snot the Fred wocise and Doadies 2, leaving unclear specifics.
Wallace outlines bill to legalize number games in the state and regulate operators. Farmers’ requirements and licensing standards are specified. Sage University basketball results referenced in passing as context.
A damaged OCR fragment references a hospital setting with Morgan and Hawie as patients or figures. Details are unclear but imply a medical event or patient movement within a facility.
Mr and Mrs Roland Harbaugh recount a trip from California to New Orleans and Gulfport on which they shared a train compartment with Dolores Costello Barrymore for twelve hours. They described her as 5 feet 2 inches tall, about 118 pounds, wearing a fur coat, and noted her trip to sponsor a film opening at Warm Springs Foundation. The piece also sketches Mardi Gras scenes in New Orleans and mentions Costello’s return to acting after years away, plus travel details and observations from the Harbaughs.
A garbled OCR fragment describes a cease and desist order against a company named Cease And Desist. The text implies regulatory action or enforcement but lacks clear details such as issuing authority, location, or date.
Fragmentary text references an engine, a race, and a past event with uncertain dates. The readable portions indicate improvement notes on a machine and possible prior rest or outage, but concrete details are missing to identify persons, places, or outcomes.
Reader memories note Civil War battles in the area around Antietam and Gettysburg. The piece discusses routes and campaigns tied to the Potomac and Monocacy valleys, with historical commentary on the Air Line Race Track proposal and local figures involved in the debate.
Treasury experts receive alternative tax ideas as the House Ways and Means panel studies the presidents call for a sweeping tax overhaul. Chairman Samuel notes the committee seeks the full picture, not dissatisfaction, while some members and staff weigh the potential impacts.
New York society figure, once famed for romance, states the marriage is permanent after a long planned union. She emphasizes the match was arranged with care and reflects on ongoing commitment.
Four men confess to robberies at gas stations and a garage in Harrissity. Police say loot valued at more than $2,000 was taken from these incidents and connected to the admitted crimes.
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