12 May 1923
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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1923
Page
1
City workmen repair streets near College Park while 18 men clear the site of a proposed storage reservoir. Engineers await test pits and price estimates for mains rails and materials before contracts can be let for the new street improvements.
Delegates from Araby Doubs Point of Rocks Frederick and Urbana met at Calvary M E church for the Spring Rally of the East Frederick District Epworth League. Nominating chair Miss E Rush Rothehoffer reported and officers were elected for the year including President Giburn Free Frederick first vice president Mrs John Colbert Point of Rocks second vice president Miss Edith Waltz Araby third vice president Mrs C W Kidd Urbana fourth vice president Miss Rush wf Cline Frederick secretary J Earl Solt Frederick treasurer Mrs H C Swomler Tamsville and Junior League superintendent Mrs R K Wachier Doubs.
A fragmented OCR note mentions a five chairman and campaign activity, with references to letters and a local committee. fills page with incomplete phrases about sending in items of news from the area.
Louis Franka, who police say confessed to killing dancer Friezi Mann, was extradited from Miami to Sun Cail. Authorities question the confession while continuing interrogation. Dr Louis L Jacobs faces a murder indictment related to the dancer’s death as a second trial looms after a hung jury.
The will of Clarence A. Crampton dies April 20 leaving the estate to his immediate family. Ioletta G Crampton and Edna Thomas receive life interests in the Knoxville hotel with reversion to Eric A. Crampton and his widow. Emrick Crim gets two shares of sine in Bank of Brunswick. the widow receives the residue. The will dated June 5, 1921, witnessed by Clinton W. Shaif, George W. Lerch, and John W. Leopold. Charles Warner Rice named executor but later contested.
The Monocacy Club planned an outing to Taneytown with members traveling by church gathering. Officers for the year were elected, including Lough and Cramer among others, reflecting a formal local club meeting.
The Odd Fellows Home project received a bid award totaling 306599 dollars with completion in 1924. The contract excludes heating plants and electrical wiring as the fund for the Home’s construction is discussed by the Grand Master and other Maryland officers.
A Democratic women’s social will be held at the Francis Scott Key Hotel featuring a card party and supper dance hosted by Frederick County Democrats. Attendees from across the county are expected with prize tables for ladies and men, music in the ballroom, and light refreshments, aiming for a social rather than political tone.
Commission approved the first contract for a major regional project after a three year effort. The speaker praised service and sacrifice and described plans for a vast undertaking spanning the continent with pledges of personal dedication and communal progress.
Prohibition inspectors raided Kenyon College during the Spring Prom and jailed seven students for intoxication. The arrests followed from a raid led by state officials who warned President Pierce of immediate action against social activities, as details emerged from Ohio reports.
Five graduates of St Johns Literary Institute will receive diplomas at a Friday commencement in the City Opera House. The senior class includes Rezina F. Dorsey, Rachel Everhart, J Emory Baer, Alton Lipps and C Gibson Santi. The program features a three act medical drama In The Valley of the Mohawks with music, dance and dialogue, followed by diploma and medal awards. A court decision in Maryland on automobile liability versus indemnity policies is noted, with Cosgriff winning $5,392.52 against Mrs. Carman for damages from a Massachusetts accident. Changes in the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad passenger schedule are announced, effective May 1.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe an event involving C. E. Institute at Trinity chapel with names like Carroll, Secretary, Rukh Krieg, and Genevieve Thomas. Mentions state junior supervision and a work detail, but details are incomplete and unclear.
The Boa of Managers of the ick Hospital Association announces new members due to deaths and resignations. Mrs. Wim. McRinger replaces MM. Tane Keiler. Mrs A LeRoy McCardell succeeds Mrs A C McCardell. Mrs Emers UL Coblentz and Mrs Charles WW Baughman are deceased. Mrs Grayson E Bowers, present recording secretary, joins replacements after Miss M Janet Williams’s passing.
Ten thousand fans packed Yankee Stadium as gates opened for the Mil Fund boxing card. Jess Willard tipped the scales at 284 pounds while Floyd Johnson measured 212 and Luis Firpo came in at 214. Jack McAuliffe weighed 200. Other fighters listed include Renault, Herman, Reich, Drake, McCann.
State Department dispatches from the American Legation in Peking say 14 men and 2 women remain captives in Shantung. The captives are reported well and cheerful except for Chevalier Musso, an Italian attorney of Shanghai, who is recovering. The report notes continued foreign detention by Chinese bandits.
New York May 12 Prices crumpled across many issues as bear traders pressed a thin market. Large blocks were pushed against weak supports, suggesting pools were exiting favorites. Absent concerted buying, long stock holders weakened as offerings rose and heavy selling continued. Volume approached 625000 shares. The market closed weak.
Washington May 12 Weather outlook for the week ahead covers the North and Middle Atlantic States. The opening period is cool and unsettled with showers Tuesday or Wednesday followed by fair weather and moderate temperatures. Deputy Clerk Resigns. Edgar Fahrney resigns from the clerk of the court's office to become a bookkeeper and cashier with Walter S. Arnold at Bedford Springs Pennsylvania where a hotel is being erected.
Local report notes two candidates for state attorney general in this morning’s city session. Felton becomes the first Republican to enter the race.
Markwood D Harp announces four sets in Maple sold to Ralph B Rontvahn and J M Maupin Jr. with two sets each sold to Cari Snook and Bertha A Harp. Immediate possession is given.
Real estate agent Grayson H. Mercer sold for Martin C. and Nellie M. Rothenhoefer a two story Derick dwelling on a lot at the corner of West South and Burek streets. The buyer appears to be M. Cuiler. An official record notes the transfer of property and pricing details.
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