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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1929
Page
1
A major hospital blaze in Cleveland caused eighty eight deaths and left many injured as pedestrians fled fumes from toxic gas. City officials discussed bond issuance of 250 000 to fund summer improvements including water pipe work toward Fishing Creek and road repairs.
A government economics bulletin cites an extraordinary strawberry yield with up to 2030 quarts per acre. Widespread regions including Maryland and Delaware show high averages, promising a 25 to 40 percent rise over last season. The report highlights major producers and notes farmers expect strong market impact.
G L Palmer named county superintendent and secretary treasurer. Leste W Cobleniz re-elected board president with Robert Warfield as vice president. Other appointees include Sappington Kefauver Gross Felser and Ruth Trout among officials. consolidation of several county schools announced for fall amid protests from Licksville residents. bid process for Sew Nudwar school project authorized. A collision at a dangerous intersection prompted minor injuries to none.
A court case involved two defendants with contrasting outcomes. One was convicted while the other was acquitted on liquor violation charges amid ongoing testimony and procedural steps.
Edward Phebus formerly of Frederick and Takoma Park, 47, died Tuesday at 9 am in the elevator shaft of the under construction 31 story Baltimore Trust Company building at Baltimore and Light streets. He was a bricklayers foreman for David C. Butcher. He attempted to board the work elevator on the first floor, his foot caught, and the ascent crushed him between the elevator and shaft. Survived by wife Florence W Brothes and five children, with brothers and an aunt living in the area. funeral plans to be announced.
Miss Gienna Collett American women’s golf champion advances to the fifth round of the British women’s championships in St Andrews Scotland on May 15. The field includes Miss Marion Del Monte of Del Monte California and other former United States champions as the tournament narrows.
Washington May 15 AP Dwights F. Davis former Secretary of War has been offered the post as Governor General of the Philippines and may assume duties at once as announced from the White House. The report notes high level talks and possible rapid appointment.
An investigation found Roy Beas ar ASTER driver not responsible for a child’s death near Walkersville school after a ball game incident. Witnesses testified the child ran into the road as the vehicle approached, and the accident was deemed unavoidable with no inquest needed.
Thomas A. Butler, already serving a three year term for theft from the State Roads fund, pleaded guilty to an additional indictment in Criminal Court before Judge Samuel K. Denius. James H. Woods and Francis J. Woods, fellow defendants, indicated they would contest the charges. May 20 was set for entering pleas, with sentencing held until the Woods brothers’ case resolves.
A health conference for preschool age children is scheduled for May 17 at a central location, aiming to reach all districts. The event will be led by local ministers and health officials, with a focus on early childhood health and safety.
The Irigible apportionment was adopted at the meet in France today. Gr Ulassis received permission to proceed with a grossing plan for the home field project as announced at the event.
The fall meeting of the Maryland Classis of the Potomac Synod adjourned to hold sessions on the nal day in Trinity Chapel West Church Street. Officers reported apportionments for Foreign Missions and Home Missions while Rev Guy P Bready announced progress on the Ladiesburg church sale.
King George arrives back at Windsor on May 13 in England to reclaim his ancient residence. Citizens and officials welcome the monarch amid ceremony as Windsor hosts a noted royal homecoming.
A new entertainment committee at the Country Club announces a series of member dances starting with a Spring dance at the club house Friday night from 10 to 1. The event is informal and expected to attract a large crowd with a Washington orchestra. Thomas B. Hayward is general chairman coordinating activities and recruiting other members, with Mrs RB Town assisting.
A catastrophic blast and fire at the Cleveland Clinic Hospital on Euclid Avenue and East Ninety third Street in Cleveland results in at least 88 deaths and many injuries. Most victims were patients. gas fumes and burns cause numerous fatalities. Rescue crews evacuated patients to Mt Sinai and Huron Road hospitals as the city battles the disaster.
A report cites the Paper Company aiding property purchases tied to a Bryan Texas paper and mentions a Tampa publication. It notes a question about excluding the International Journal from a provisional sale and includes remarks by officials and a director’s statement.
House and Senate leaders plan to consider the farm bill amid ongoing negotiations. The measure governs agricultural subsidies, nutrition programs, and rural development with potential shifts in funding and policy.
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