16 Oct 1931
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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1931
Page
1
An Irving jury hears the Rowland murder trial with the defendant claiming he did not remember pulling the trigger. Evidence includes the double barreled gun shown to jurors and photos of the house and yard.
The document presents a historical October weather summary with daily and monthly precipitation figures. It compares actual precipitation to normals, noting specific inches for October 1930 and multi-year normal values, including 36 year totals and 1931 projections.
The article records a speaker urging reconsideration of German reparations, arguing for a chance to avoid economic collapse across Europe. He warns that continued debt payments threaten broader stability and suggests delaying or adjusting reparations to prevent further harm.
Yorktown Virginia marks four day observance of the battle with monument dedication to Lord Cornwallis and reception of Marshal Petain. President Hoover to attend aboard the battleship Arkansas with guests including Mrs Adams and Admiral Pratt. travel includes Annapolis and Yorktown milestones.
Kansas City judge rules the sale of unfermented grape concentrates designed for alcohol manufacture violates prohibition laws. Ukiah Grape Products Co. Inc. of New York found guilty on multiple counts. fines imposed on company and associates.
A couple from KevMaz area eloped to Thurmont and after learning they could not wed in Westminster they drove to Detour in a car with a minister and two witnesses. At 1015 PM under car headlamp and flashlight they were married on the highway before witnesses including J W Mackley and Clayton Staub.
The Mary land Chiropractic Association convened its annual meeting on November 1 at the Prince hotel in Baltimore with sessions in the morning and afternoon. Attendees include practitioners from across the state. election of officers and educational talks by Dr Nelson S. Covell and Dr EB A Thompson highlighted the event. Local arrangements were handled by Dr O R McIntire.
Maryland's fourth annual inspection campaign opened with the start date moved up by fifteen days under the guidance of E. Austin Bargaman. Motorists must bring their cars to designated inspection stations to ensure vehicles meet required standards.
In a clipped fragment a police report mentions a Red Licht charge and an officer named Lester Hofl with unclear details. The legible bits indicate an arrest or citation context. No further specifics on date location or agency are readable.
The United States accepts a league invitation to sit in as Japan delegates clash over procedure in a voting a Chinese appeal. The counting commission overruled by a majority vote and it was clear the American representative would not rule on merits of China’s case.
Brennen Hubbard of Cambridge Maryland is jailed in Preston for arraignment on charges of holding up two Baltimore women and stealing one of their cars. He admits another holdup at an Elkton restaurant and faces linked attacks including a Grove Maryland store theft and a nearby gas station robbery where the proprietor was shot. Police say two loaded revolvers were found on Hubbard. The victims were state officials of the Women’s Benefit Association and were en route to identify him.
San Francisco report states the Japanese freighter Yonan Maru, with an estimated crew of 39 to 40, failed to respond after signaling distress around 2:20 a.m. PST. The ship's deck was reported awash and sinking while the liner President Jefferson, carrying Colonel and Mrs. Lindbergh, stood about 68 miles away at 6 a.m.
Frederick Lions Club outlines Halloween celebration with parade starting 1 7.80 o'clock from Market and Patt streets, led by Frederick High School Band and unit posts. Streets roped off from Third to Patrick, with a reviewing stand at City Hall and public judging at Market House. Roger B. Wolfe chairs, with committees for music parade and prizes. aims for a well run event with modest prize funds.
Dr Hubert Howe reported Edison remained comatose and failing in health. The physician noted no change in the coma’s extent due to lack of medical effort in the prior two days as Edison’s long fast continued.
Cairo October 16 AP Father Francis A. Keiley known as the fighting chaplain of the 27th Division during World War I died today after years of illness from gas exposure. He served with troops over the top and witnessed major battles and the end of the war.
The Sprint Hotel was sold at auction for 25000 dollars. The property includes a late frame hotel with about 178 bedrooms and 1 bath, set on 283 acres with 7 Thomas and Bene Receivers involved. The sale accompanied by期限 and expirat ion details.
Nex Fore indicates prices creep higher with October data suggesting slow markets generally viewed the rate as constructive.
The Key Post No. 11 at Amers hosts a Tuesday evening meeting with Commander of Maryland vesting duties and guests from the Lezton Poe Brunswick chapter. State Adjutant McGee announces plans for the year while Charles Sargent speaks on Evans Insurance. Installation honors retiring commander Roger R. Rice and lists past commanders. Committees and year’s officers are announced amid social events and prize drawings.
The article describes mosaic map sections mapped from an altitude of 8,000 feet created to cover the city and nearby areas. Photographers captured August 7 with clear skies during a two week mapping project. One hundred ten square miles were surveyed, half near Cascade.
Weather notes report Flaming Creek dam at 32 feet 10 inches for two days and reservoir at 37 feet 10 inches. A three quarter hour shower dampened watershed and boosted stream flow slightly. Countywide rains, fog heavy in Frederick, travel reduced, October rainfall near average but below long term norms. Probate document filed in Jefferson County outlines will details for Garland Mohler and Amy Mohler Murphy with bequests and property divisions.
The grand jury indicted Bishop Cannon and Miss Burroughs with bond set at 1000 dollars each. They face possible fines up to 10000 dollars and imprisonment for alleged involvement in campaign funds handling. Assistant D A Wilcom and Robert McNeil comment on anticipated open hearing.
Chicago October 16 AP four inmates were electrocuted in the county jail after midnight. The executions included Frank Jordan alias Carlson 30 Charles Rocco 24 John Pope attie 21 and Richard Sullivan alias Davis 35 all convicted of killings during robberies or police actions. A stay halted Frank Beil 9 minutes before execution. Warder Moreypeony testified to thwart a jail break.
Pierre Laval heads to the United States aboard the France with 18 year old daughter Joe and companions to consult with President Hoover on world problems. Misses Jacques and Renee Crusadel also travel with the party amid talks of economic matters and policy discussions.
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