Flood waters flood Point of Rocks as bridges close
Potomac River flood reaches 25 plus feet at Point of Rocks Harpers Ferry and Weverton. Bridges near Brunswick Point of Rocks Harpers Ferry Shepherdstown Williamsport blocked Traffic stopped and railroad lines flooded. Post office evacuated as water encroaches along canal and tracks. Residents move from homes while police warn passing motorists.
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Flood Strands Twelve Residents on River Island
Twelve residents of River Island were stranded as floodwaters rose four feet from the bridge floor. Cars and trucks were submerged on Highway, with boats washing from moorings. Power and rescue efforts hampered by rapidly rising Patomac river waters near Maryland and Virginia banks, as crews hoped for relief as noon approached.
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Williamsport Power Plant Closed By Flood
The Potomac River surge forced the Williamsport power plant to shut down. Floodwaters damaged several small buildings along the riverbank and cut supply to the Cum-Sarland branch as water levels neared 38 feet during the town’s flood period.
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Helps To Save 10 In Flood, Loses Own Life
A swimmer hero perished while aiding ten people stranded in floodwaters. The incident occurred as Cane town endured high waters on C22, with residents marooned and seeking rescue. Local officials praised the victim's courage and continued relief efforts underway.
Fractures Leg After Fall in Jefferson
William E Corun of Jefferson suffered a fractured leg when his weight toppled and the leg bones penetrated. He was transported to Freteni City Hospital by M R Etchison and Son ambulance.
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Desolate Scene As Cumberland Recovers From Flood
Cumberland faces widespread damage after Potomac and Wills Creek crested and receded. Water stood 3 to 5 feet in streets with depths of 10 to 14 feet overnight. Bridges undermined and many structures swept away as National Guardsmen, police, and Red Cross plan surveys for casualties. Marooned residents stretch across Maryland Virginia and Pennsylvania while damage nears $1 million.
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River floods peak as Cumberland and Johnstown hit alerts
River levels surge amid bank holiday notices with Williamsport reporting 40 feet above normal at 2.15 pm. Johnstown and Hancock flood lines surpassed. Homes swept away, Hancock lacking drinking water, one death near Cumberland. Johnstown downtown cleared. damages exceed 3 million. Planes of relief follow in Legislature amid holiday considerations.
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Electric Consumers Urged Save Current Power Output
The agency reports emergency measures to conserve electricity as several plants have shut down entirely. Large customers were contacted since noon and urged to reduce usage to prevent further outages. Representatives of the company indicated ongoing efforts to stabilize the grid.
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Hancock Flooded Is Cut Off From Traffic
Hancock remains cut off by floodwater disrupting traffic and daily life. Officials urge residents to conserve electricity as demand exceeds standby supply. Local authorities report limited access and ongoing emergency measures to restore routes and services.
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FDR Mobilizes Aid for Flood Areas and WPA Help
President Roosevelt ordered federal agencies to rush relief to flooded regions. A committee led by Secretary Dern will coordinate aid to prevent loss of life and property damage. WPA workers may be deployed as needed with government equipment. A bombing plane with a shortwave radio will contact Red Cross workers in Pennsylvania and Maryland to relay field information.
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Edith Maxwell Murder Charge Review Granted by Court
Edith Maxwell, a 24 year old Carney schoolteacher, was sentenced to 25 years in prison after conviction for murdering her father. The Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals granted a review today, reversing an error claim.
Market Nervousness Amid Floods and Industrial News
Market nervousness rose as floods affected Pennsylvania and New York shipping and prompted worries over losses. Reports pointed to American Can and International Harvester advances alongside continued brightening in industrial sectors and mentions of Spicer Manufacturing, United Aircraft, Great Northern, and Ohio contenders amid a shifting economic landscape.
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Middletown residents challenge deer license grant
A hearing opened before the State License Bureau in the county courthouse this afternoon appealing County License Commissioner G Ed Myers decision to grant a deer license to Benjamin F P Gro of Middletown.
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Johnstown Flood Relief Efforts Move Under Military Rule
Amid Johnstown flood aftermath, police chief Klink declares military rule to curb looting as 2 deaths confirmed and several drownings feared. State troopers and CCC workers urged. 2,235 deaths in 1889 cited. hundreds of thousands to millions in damage expected. rescue boats used, streets and buildings flooded, aid from outside sought.
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Italy backs sanctions on Germany amid Locarno row
Dino Grandi, Italy's ambassador to London, announced Rome would not join sanctions against Germany over the Locarno pact violations tied to Ethiopia. The Italian move unsettles negotiators as France rejects a Franco-German demilitarized Rhine zone amid stalled Locarno talks.
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