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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Mar 29, 1938
Page
7
President Hoover on a European tour states the war in Europe is not imminent. He emphasizes diplomatic efforts and warns against drawing premature conclusions about a looming global conflict.
Former President Herbert Hoover, on a two month tour through 14 countries, said democracies are moving toward totalitarian tendencies and that every nation is growing more indebted. He cited arms and planned economies while noting a defensive spirit and no immediate prospect of war. He avoided commenting on talks with Hitler.
The House Rules committee approved a Senate resolution for a thorough congressional probe of all TVA operations. Chairman O'Connor said only minor amendments were needed and the measure will be voted on in the House. The plan would allow a ten member joint inquiry to also examine private utilities facing TVA suits.
Gettysburg Pennsylvania gears up for a national observance of the Civil War battle from June 15 to July 4. A $60,000 peace memorial rises on a hill north of town as remnants of Union and Confederate armies plan a joint reunion. President Roosevelt is invited to light the eternal flame on July 4 with about 3,000 veterans expected.
Dr. H. C. Byrd president of the University of Maryland rejected rumors he planned to enter politics. He said he has nothing to do with politics and dismissed reports he could be a harmony candidate for the Democratic gubernatorial nomination or even a Senate run as silly.
Weather record reports precipitation none in the last 24 hours and 2.37 inches for March to date. March normal is 3.32 inches, while March 1937 totals 1.38 inches. Deficiency to March 1, 1938 stands at 2.15 inches. Yesterday high 59, previous year 55. low last night 32, last year 30. Sun sets 6.30 pm, rises 6.00 am. Moon rises 5.02 am, rises again at 5.30 am tomorrow.
Roosevelt moves to press a wage-hour law and a monopoly message in April. The president reshapes his New Deal leadership, aiming to rally Congress and voters. He removes Arthur Morgan and plans a strong final push against industrial feudal wage scales, targeting southern and liberal Republicans.
The article discusses President Roosevelt's potential firing of officials, hints at a White House push to tax and spending measures, and notes a shift toward an active fiscal program. It also covers a State Department denial about bombs and a revelation that 40,000+ aerial bombs shipped to Germany were destined for China under licenses.
Baltimore March 29 AP A driver struck a pedestrian at Riverdale Maryland and fled. The victim was treated for injuries and police continue efforts to locate the hit-and-run motorist.
Wilbur Runkies and Mary Reynolds dispute a taxi bill for transport to Brunswick and Plane No. 4. Justice Walter Sian grants Reynolds until April 9 to pay 4 dollars in full. Runkies sought 6 dollars, Reynolds offered 2.25. The bill is ordered paid via Constable Guy Anders with 3.40 dollars in coins.
Middletown residents hear a program on soil erosion under the Middletown Lions Club with speakers from the Frederick Izaak Walton League and the County Fish and Game Protective Association. Forest and water conservation, bird benefits, and cover crops are discussed, urging farmers to plant black walnut on untillable land and leave fence-row cov ers rather than edge plowing.
Rome March 29 AP Premier Mussolini will warn the world tomorrow that he is ready to cope with any attack on Italy or her interests He will outline his army navy and air strength to the Senate in a speech broadcast Fascist circles predict the report will warn France amid an Italian press push Newspapers accuse France's Leftist leaders of hoping to intervene in Spain to save the Barcelona government.
Washington March 29 AP Democratic members of a special House committee decided to lump together four government reorganization measures they previously approved and seek a House substitute for the Senate bill. The House had passed four of the four measures and the parallel Senate plan guides the effort.
Governor George H. Earle announced an investigation into alleged coercion of state job holders in the Pennsylvania primary. He said he asked John Sullivan, director of the bureau of civil rights, to examine the charges raised by Senator Guffey.
Frederick chapter of the D A R held a Sunday afternoon meeting at Mrs Aros J Traver’s home. Reports were given by officers and committees including Maryland Society DAR conference delegates and a plan to invite state officers to the Flag Day luncheon July 14. A bronze marker for Roger Brooke Taney may be placed this summer. C A R program followed with solos and recitations, then refreshments served by hostesses.
In Circuit Court a receiver for Central Trust Company was granted leave to transfer 17000 to Peoples Liquidating Corporation along with 97 shares of Western Maryland Trust Company stock and two shares of Walkersville Bank stock valued at 12 each. The order cites prior distributions and stockholder assessments. The receiver reported about 27000 in cash on hand plus stock for transfer.
Hagerstown and Waynesboro chambers seek state purchase of Quirauk and High Rock near Pen Mar to create a recreation area. Potential $40,000 exists, with talks to negotiations with Western Maryland Railway Co. Forester Bessey said no funds, but land sale would let his department develop the site as recreation space.
George G. Lewis, a Washington reporter, paid a $15 fine plus $1.45 costs after speeding through Urbana at 65 mph and failing to slow to 50 mph within town limits. Justice Geisbert noted the offense occurred with children nearby and Lewis had sought dismissal citing his courtesy card. State Officer T. A. Short testified to the arrest.
The Food and Better Housing Show will run November 14 to 19. The event is organized by the Independent Retail Food Distributors of Frederick County. Officers and directors met at 16 East Patrick Street to plan the fourth annual show with Alfred Stern of Washington, D. C. returning as managing director.
Senate Banking committee approved a Glass bill to widen RFC loan scope to business and allow long term loans to enterprises. It would lift the 1945 repayment limit and enable RFC to assist states and municipalities. RFC chairman Jones cited about 1.5 billion dollars in unused funds for all loan types.
New York stock leaders slipped to three year lows amid a broad selling wave on March 29 as financials sagged after Senate reorganization votes. The Treasury cut silver to 40 cents an ounce from 41 cents, the second cent decrease in two days, seen by observers as pressuring Mexico over oil property expropriation.
In La Porte California residents received letters newspapers and circulars by airmail without postage as snow blocked ground deliveries. War ren Shingle hired a private plane to drop bundles on the snow while residents spread a red blanket as a target for the drops.
Allen Stager, 15, and George Watts, 14, nearly drowned when their rented canoe capsized near the Anacostia bridge on the Potomac. An unidentified helper threw a life ring as passing speedboats churned the water. A spectator on the bridge alerted bystanders, and the boys were saved by a lifeline and treated for exposure at Emergency Hospital before returning home.
Members of the Union Gospel Mission hosted a Friday evening party for all Sunday School children. About seventy five attended as games and two spelling bees were held for grades 1 to 4 and grades 5 to high school. Winners were Irene Whisner and Austin Hoffman. Miss Margaret Klipp organized, with Archie Wisner, Virgie Kreh, Margaret Brust, Carrie Wisner and John Brown supervising. Refreshments were served.
Baltimore March 29 AP Gev Harry W Nice said he has no idea whether he will seek election or Senate seat. He added he probably will not announce his decision until mid summer.
John A. McDivit longtime contracting company head in Baltimore died suddenly at his home from a heart attack. Survivors include his widow a son two daughters and a brother Joseph McDivit vice president of Citizens National Bank of Frederick.
Frederick High School launches a cooperative apprenticeship program with four teen students already training in offices, hotels, stores, and firms. John J. Seidel notes it as the first such program in the state, with aims to guide post graduation placement. Participants include Lantz, Horine, Kempin, Tucker, Himes, Herbert, Ebberts, Vetter, Bohn, Fisher, McBride, Montgomery, Gardner, Spurrier, and others through local businesses and organizations.
Marion J. Staley bought the three story brick dwelling at 129 West Patrick Street for $9,250 and the adjoining two story brick store previously occupied by Ebert Hardware Co sold for $6,506 in a trustee’s sale at the court house this morning. Jacob Rs 3 trustee and A Grant Hooper acted as auctioneer.
A two story frame house at 392 Petersville road Wenner's addition Brunswick owned by Allen L Phillips and wife sold this morning at a mortgage sale held by the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Y M C A Brunswick mortgagee to the Real Estate and Improvement Company of Baltimore for 2000 dollars. William M Kennedy acted as agent. John S Newman and Parsons Newman were attorneys and Charles S Huffer served as auctioneer.
Europe struggles to contain Spain's civil war amid claims of German and Italian support for Franco. In Rome a nationalist editor accuses France and Russia of obstructing withdrawal of foreign fighters while Britain eyes action through the non intervention committee. In Asia a Chinese army advances against Japan as Soviet official Dr Otto Schmidt faces charges of anti Soviet activity linked to the Northern Sea Route administration.
Mayor W Lee Elgin of Hagerstown proposes directing parking meter profits to city charities including the hospital the baby's health clinic the orphans home and transient bureau He forecasts about 18 1900 annually if 100 more meters are added Edwin Guth head of the Board of Street Commissioners notes readiness to accept meters installed experimentally last year pending company guarantees to modify all meters He cites changes already made to improve meters and seeks full deployment after updates
Byron A ner and Ernest Berger led a Frederick Stamp club session discussing mint ages in coin history and stamp perforations watermarks and printing paper. Members Ralph Seliman Airy and Robert F. Nicodemus displayed stamp groups as the club agreed on regular small auctions and occasional large auctions.
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