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Frederick, Maryland, United States of America

Date

Nov 20, 1925

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Hood College drive raises 247000 for campaign fund

Final figures show Hood College senior class pledging 80000 toward a 500000 building and endowment drive. Frederick reports 84322 with 9676 raised that day. Board of Aldermen contribute 1000, final campaign meeting set for Monday at 630 pm Key Hotel Grill Room.

Janet Laurie Hood College Frederick Francis Scott Key Emory L. Coblentz James H. Gambril, Jr R. E. Town Guy C. Roser Team No Guy ©. Roser Lloyd Cc. Culler Blessing John M. DeChant Utica Mary H. Filler del Riego Evangelline Mitchell Plano Wm. B. Bennett Wm. T. Delaplaine Chas. A. Opel, Jr H. L. Ebert G. H. McGregor E. Town L. L. Wilson Birely Culler Heck Schildknecht Mary E. Tull James H. Gambrill, Jr

Blue Ridge adds six De Luxe parlor cars to service

Blue Ridge Transportation Company announces six new De Luxe parlor car coaches with individual chairs air cushions and wide aisles for enhanced comfort. Auxiliary springs ensure a smooth ride on long haul routes. Some cars arrive in November with the rest in December. A new up to date waiting room opens at 297 West Franklin Baltimore to aid travelers.

Blue Ridge Transportation Company F. J. More Blue Ridge Company West Franklin Street Baltimore

Budget Clerk Indicted on Forgery Counts in DMV Office

Baltimore, Nov. 20 AP Howard Kaufman a budget clerk in the office of the Commissioner of Motor Vehicles was indicted by the grand jury on 16 counts charging forgery related to an alleged theft of $19 000 in his accounts The specific items listed total only $1 028 Kaufman is free on $3 000 bail State's Attorney O Connor said he would seek to bring him to trial soon.

Baltimore Howard Kaufman Commissioner of Motor Vehicles Grand Jury Thej Kauman Liberty O'Conor Kaufman

Death of Dean George Starr at St George's Cathedral

Very Rev. Dean George Starr of St George's cathedral Kingston Ontario was found dead in bed at Deaconess Hospital Baltimore where he had been a patient since October 24. Several Baltimore residents are mentioned visiting or traveling, including Mrs Cornelia McSherry and Mrs Charley W. Ross, with others noted in the city.

Boston APJ Dean George Starr St George’s Cathedral Kingstown Ontario Deaconess Hospital Cornelia McSherry Baltimore Charley W. Ross St. Court Square Jenatins Bjotlee Chr Richard P. Ross Washington

Death of nine year old boy linked to custody battle

Funeral planned Sunday at Beaver Dam for the child of Mrs. Mort who killed herself amid custody dispute over Francs Bailey nine. The boy remains in the Mort home as Baltimore court proceedings on custody were underway prior to the tragedy. The case is tied to a habeas corpus action and a request to return the boy to his mother.

Francs Bailey Walter Morl Unonville Baltimore Joseph N. Ulman Sherif Ingomar Albaugh Lillian Bailey Beaver Dam Roope

Grand jury reports clean conduct of county officials

Montgomery county grand jury ended a seven day session reporting 95 witnesses examined and 44 indictments returned. They asserted no undue pressure on witnesses, inspected the courthouse jail and county home finding them clean and sanitary, and praised County Commissioner Lacey Shair and foreman John R Olson for county farm management, and States Attorney Joseph Cissell. Sheriff Clay Plummer Chief William L Aud and deputies were commended.

Montgomery County Lacey Shair John R. Nicholson Joseph C. Cissell Clay Plummer William L. Aud

Three in Chicago Are Sentenced to Be Hanged

In Chicago on November 20 AP reports Henry J. Fernekes the midget bandit Daniel L McGeogheran and John Flannery were found guilty and sentenced to death by a jury for the murder of Michael Swiontjowski during a bank robbery. Fernekes already sought in New York and other places for numerous robberies and was arrested in a private library where he studied explosives. Police recovered pistols shotguns and bombs indicating intent to raid a downtown bank.

Chicago Henry J. Fernekes Daniel L. McGeogheran John Flannery Michael Swiontjowski Fernekes New York

French Naval Arsenal in France Aflame Amid Fire Fears

A blaze swept the French naval arsenal at Youlon on November 20 as high winds raised concerns that flames could reach powder and explosives magazines. Civilian and naval authorities coordinated strenuous efforts to avert a disaster.

Youlon France

Queen Mother Alexandra Dies At Sandringham

Queen Mother Alexandra, widow of King Edward VII and mother of King George II, died at 5.25 p.m. at Sandringham England. The royal family was present as doctors confirmed her passing. Local residents mourn the beloved monarch amid the approaching anniversary events at Sandringham House.

Alexandra Sandringham England Edward VII George II Willuns Thomas Hordergald Queen Alexandra Wolferton Dersingham Sandringham House

Lions Meet Focuses on Fire Prevention and Reforestation

Frederick county Lions discuss fire prevention and reforestation at weekly meeting in Blue and Grey Room. A. B. Hastings of the U S Forest Service outlines forest fire prevention and deforestation. Lookout tower on the Watershed proposed. Mayor Culler and city officials attend with several Hagerstown Lions guests.

Frederick County Lions Club Francia Scott Key Culler A. B. Hastings U. S. Forest Service Hagerstown Lions Club Frederick Robert Foltz W. H. Baker John M. Miller S. L. Fairchild W.G. Hyde C. B. Eldridge J. W. Tyler L. E. Mullinix Elmer F. Munshower Edward J. Smith C. Klein G. Elmer Brengle

Italian loan oversubscribed as $100 million sold quickly

New York November 20 AP The $100 million Italian loan offered through a nationwide banking syndicate led by J P Morgan and Company was sold before noon with an indicated oversubscription. Other large banks reported heavy orders and estimated total subscriptions could reach $400 million.

New York J. P. Morgan and Company Morgan

President and Mrs Coolidge Return to Washington

President and Mrs. Coolidge arrived at the White House early this morning after a 24 hour trip to New York where Mr Coolidge spoke to the Chamber of Commerce. They went directly from the station to the White House.

Washington

Selling Flurry Hits Major Market Stocks In New York

A brief selling lull in high priced industrial and motor shares dragged down names like Du Pont American Can Chrysler and Hudson three to four points from their peaks. Weakness spread to several other industrials with profit taking in rail shares. The renewal rate on call loans was cut to 4 1 2 percent.

New York Motors du Pont American Can Chrysler Hudson

Education Week Exhibit At Frederick Public Library

During Education Week a display of children's books will replace the usual story hour at the Frederick County Public Library on Saturday. A Frederick Health Association meeting was held at 4 week this afternoon in the Yo ML C. A. building.

Church Normal School Church Normal School of The Episcopal Church AMS Saints Jane Millikin Department of Religious Education Episcopal Church In Maryland Frederick Baltimore Frederick County Public Library ML C. A Pulding

Steamer Ville des Cayes Picked Up After Wreck

A wireless Navy message says the Hawaiian steamer Ville des Cayes, long believed wrecked with about 200 lost, was picked up by the tanker Brazes in Cuban waters. It is unclear if anyone remains aboard the vessel, which was towed eighteen miles east of Pilon harbor.

Washington Navy

Slayer of Husband To Be Electrocuted

Elizabeth N. ., Nov. 24. Mrs. Fanie Soper convicted of murder in the first degree for killing her third husband Henry Soper was sentenced to death in the electric chair by Supreme Court Justice Whitmer today. Also noted is Alonzo Bowers of West South Street, arrested on a non-support charge pressed by his wife in Waynesboro Pa. He is reportedly in custody at Kbirty on habeas corpus proceedings heard before Judge Glenn F. Worthington and connected to earlier proceedings.

American Red Cross Abraham Hemp Jefferson Hemp Rh. Ee. Culler Frederick City C. W. Gregory Gregory Mary Neighbors M. Robb W. C. Staley Staley J. R. Quinn Alvin Quinn City Edward L. Danner Unionville J. W. L. Carty Carty Jefferson and Vicinity W. B. Doty Effie Hine Tielen Rice Arthur Rice Harry Wise Clare Easterday David N. Souder Mary Beachley Ruth Dade Harry Summers Albert Bussard Lizzie Remsburg Louis Etchiosa John Shaf Roy Ramsburg Mary Slagle Josephine Darner Irene’ Zittle C. BR. Horine Emory’ Remsburg Paul Culler R. L. Shaff Robert L. Lang Williiam Bohis John Hann Grandsw William Martin J. T. Danner Beulah Ruth Renn John Renn Henry Lampe W. C. Hamm Sherman Bowers E. C. Kefauver J. T. Norman Roy Ole Homer Miller Annie N. Kemp H. S. Hahn Devid Lierbart Chas J. Everhart J. Reynolds Clare Reynolds Valletta Yinger Roger Wolfe N. A. Slagen J. Harry Brandenburg Ada Dutrow Josephine E’chison al. Cc. Jones G. Ellis Wiliams P. S. Lansdale Edward Thomas BR. Lampe Emma Flook GU. A. Lough A. A. Lough A. R. Lampe Francis H. Urner Nancy Urner Francis Urner Fredericka Graham Frost Dessie Haller M. C. Jones R. §. Tyson Chas Frerie Miss Price Young Francis K. Wertheimer Elizabeth, N Apj Fanie Soper Henry Soper Supreme Court Whitmrer Alonzo Bowers West South Street Waynesboro Kbberty Habeas

Mitchell to Take Stand Monday in Court Martial

The Mitchell court martial schedule brightened as defense and prosecution agreed to depositions from witnesses in Honolulu. Col. Mitchell's counsel Praax R. Reid said the defendant would testify Monday in defense of public accusations aimed at the Air Service Administration. The court focused on documentary evidence from the House aircraft committee and the President's air board.

Washington Mitchell Honolulu Praax R. Reid Col. Mitchell Air Service Administration House Aircraft Committee President's Air Board

Accused Doctors Set to Face Trials in Rockville

In Montgomery County Circuit Court Judge Robert Bb Peter fixed November 7 for the trials of Dr Henry M. Dix of Washington and Dr Sarah Parlow of Bethesda on a manslaughter charge rooted in the October 21 death of Mary DeVos at Mrs Parlow's Bethesda sanitarium. Each defendant is bound over for 7000 with others, including Ancon Perrell, on four indictments, while Robert Parkhurst's assault case is set for December 3. All defendants appeared in Rockville for indictments and retained counsel.

Montgomery County Rockville Robert Bb. Peter Henry M. Dixon Washington Sarah Parlow Bethesda Parlow Mary Devos Ancon Perrell Peter Robert Parkhurst Berwyn Mary E. Price Silver Springs Peter Fo Perrell Parkhurst Dixon Dr. Paflow Perrell T Paflow Dawson Ad Welsh Talbot Prettyman Rockeville Charles W. Woodward M. Hampton Magruder Marlboro Robert Peter, Jr

Not Guilty of Seeking to Influence a Witness

Captain Paul Foley of the U S Navy was exonerated by the Shenandoah naval court of inquiry regarding charges he sought to influence a widow to testify and to use improper means. The court found no guilt in any acting as judge advocate or in any unethical conduct and discharged him from further attendance.

Washington Paul Foley Shenandoah Naval Court of Margaret Ross Landdowne Poley Bhenandowh Telary P Jones U. S. Navy Tings

James C Rowe Leases Barbershop in Hotel

Jas C Rowe leases the barber shop in the Francis Scott Key Hotel, moving operations from the Schley property on West Patrick street. Eight chairs, modern equipment, and an outside entrance will be added. full move to the Key shop begins today with a complete relocation by December 1. The Rowe shop has operated in the old City Hotel for about 14 years and recently moved to Schley.

Francis Scott Key Hotel Jas. C. Rowe Rowe Schley West Patrick Street Old City Hotel Francis Scott Key Patrick Street

Col Coolidge Cheered by Word From President

Plymouth Virgin Islands November 26 AP Col John C Coolidge showed better spirit on day six of illness after hearing the presidents address in New York City He listened by radio and sent a message of congratulations His physician Major James Coupal plans to discuss with Coolidge the possibility of traveling to Washington for the winged event

Plymouth John C. Coolidge Althhough New York City James F. Coupal Col. Coolidce Washington

Bomb wrecks Dublin motion picture house

A bomb wrecked a Dublin motion picture theatre showing a film of the Battle of Ypres. Police were wounded in the blast when raiders in a car deployed the bomb. The explosion shattered adjacent shops and distant plate glass. The armed raiders fled after a brief clash with police. Meanwhile in Plains New York the Rhinelander divorce case was adjourned to Monday for investigators to examine a mystery letter.

Dublin Motion Picture House Ypres While Plains X.Y Rhinelander Leonard Kip Rhinelander

Auto Driver Sentenced for DUI and Assault in Cedar Grove

Ita W Mullinis of Cedar Grove near Rockville Montgomery county was sentenced by Judge Samuel Riggs to 30 days in jail for operating a motor vehicle under the influence. He also faced a $194 fine plus costs on an assault charge by William J Sibley. Both cases noted appeals and will be reviewed by the Circuit Court in Rockville.

Ita W. Mullinis Cedar Geore Montgomery County Rockville Samuel Riggs Hiquor William J. Sibley Cedar Grove Azain Cirem Court

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RED Cross Jefferson District Charles B Trail Charles McC. Mathias Abby Meeker Ernest Helfenstein Clarke Place Wisses Williamson Rebecca MacGill John MacGil Attor- Bailey Institutes Beaver Public Service Commission ComminsSioner of Motor Veehicley Public’ Service Commission Ralph G. Thomas Adamstown A. M. Spiech Alton Y. Bennett Thomas Justice Brust Sherman P. Bowers Guy K. Motter Storm U. K Montgomery Lee Smith Pam Streams Dickerson Monthomery County Circle Harris Roy Bodmer Great Britain Capt. Foley Lions Meet Forestry Official Talks J. P. Morgan Shenandoah Ance. of James C. Rowe Col. Coolidge Wash Ington N Law Spa
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