Bad check case against Norris heard in circuit court
The second of sixteen bad check charges against Harold Alexander and Owen Norris and their wives was tried as Norris faced a jury in circuit court. Alexander had earlier been convicted on the first charge for passing bad checks totaling $50. The Dillinger gang name appears in connection with a trail of bad checks extending to Cumberland. Witnesses included merchants and bankers, with Mrs Shafer denying signing the questioned checks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harold Alexander
Owen Norris
Burkittsville
Norris A
Alexander
Arthur D. Willard
Charles W. Woodward
Marie Alexander
Noria Norris
Dillinger
Cumberland
Harold Karn
Frank R. Addison
Norris
Citizens National Bank
Julia GC. Shafer
John L. Routzahn
Middletown
Shafer
Yugoslavia Concentrates Troops Reported In Border Tension
An unconfirmed report from Maribor on October 19 says Yugoslavia is concentrating troops along the frontier. Four former opponents of King Alexander's regime were released from government bans. A general amnesty for imprisoned Croatian leaders is anticipated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maribor
Yugoslavia
Rnder
Alexander
Washington Shuffle in Speaker Race Amid New Deal Debates
Washington reports on the chaotic push for the speakership as lawmakers maneuver for support, with figures like Sam Rayburn and Bill Bankhead in contention. The piece notes party strategy, potential deals, and the White House cautious stance while Hopkins laments crackpot letters and New Deal spending reaches billions. It also covers Red Scare chatter, labor unrest responses, a drunken roadside incident, and a property sale in Jefferson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hopkins
Washington
Nct
Finois
Henry T. Rainey
Joe Burns
Ten- Flainey
Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee
Joe
Sam Rayburn
Texas
Bill Bankhead
Alabama
Bankhead
John O'Connor
New York
White House
Rayburn
Rev J W Englar Dies at New Windsor 61
Rev J W Englar orchardist and church minister of New Windsor died at his home Thursday afternoon following a heart attack. He was 61 years old and left his wife Carrie Englar who died two years ago. Survived by his sister Bas Englar and Bas G Bixter, trustee of Blue Ridge College. Funeral Sunday at 2 pm from the late home with Rev Marsal Wolfe and Rev J J John officiating. Pipe Creek cemetery interment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Waller Englar
New Windsor
Mr. Englar
Church of the Brethren
New Windsor College
Blue Ridgc College
Nw Windsor
Jumiata College
Huntingdon
David W. Englar
Martha Rexe! Englar
Waxefirst
Carrie Englar
Bas
Edward G. Bixter
Blue Ridge College
Marsal R. Wolfe
J. J. John
Pipe Creek
Hartzler and Son
Potomac Farmer William Hull Found Dead in School Basement
William Hull, a retired Montgomery County farmer, was found slain in the basement of Potomac elementary school. Police search for the iron furnace shaker bar believed to be the murder weapon continues, with two men who left a local store with Hull before 11 PM questioned but released as not connected.
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Potomac
William Hull
Montgomery County
Hill
Work relief eyed as answer to permanent unemployment
Washington reports a nationwide labor survey showing 1 760 000 people employed in current relief efforts. Experts warn the country should expect a large body of jobless for years to come, prompting discussion of persistent work relief programs as a government response.
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Washington
Boy Killed While Playing Tarzan in Backyard
Bobby Clagett sixteen of Ithersburg was fatally injured Thursday while playing on grapevines behind his home. He was with school chums when he fell. Survived by parents two brothers Alber and son and two sisters Mrs Gladys T of Alabama Ga and Ms Jose El of Galtiersy. Funeral services were held at 230 p m today.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bobby Clagett
Ithersburg
Baboy
Albert Clagett
Alber
Son
Gladys T
Ailania
Jose el
Galtiersy
Financial markets show drooping tendencies across sectors
Markets drift with dull stocks and flat commodities while bonds rise slightly. Grains ease a cent per bushel and call money holds at one percent as the pound sterling opens around 84.94 percent. Analysts cite unclear causes for the trading lull.
$150,000 Theft Alleged in Revolt Funds Case
A fragmentary report notes a $150,000 theft tied to revolt funds and beliefs about government backing. The piece mentions Havana and individuals linked to the alleged scheme, with unclear connections and dates.
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Havana
Locat Banks 188 Years Old in Maryland Frederick Firms
Among Maryland banks, Farmers and Mechanics National Bank in Frederick is noted as established in 1828 per Bankers' Monthly. The piece lists 168 U S banks older than 169 years, citing the First National of Boston as the oldest nationwide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maryland
Frederick
Farmers ' and Mechanics National Bank
Fredericktown
United States
Bos
New Evidence Supports Alibi of B A Hauptmann
New evidence suggests the alleged kidnapper B. A. Hauptmann has a strengthened alibi. The report notes a shift in the investigation as authorities review a new lead from New York.
May Hear Evidence in Appellate Court in Hauptmann Case
Defense gains permission to present new evidence claiming Hauptmann was in New York the day of the Lindbergh kidnapping. The move aims to block his removal to New Jersey for trial. A Supreme Court appellate division member indicated the motion could be filed to seek review of new facts beyond the record.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Bruno Hauptmann
Hauptmann
Lindbergh
Wits Lebertu Ie
Hauptmainn
New Jersey
Supreme Court
Cewt
Mitchell undecided about judgeship offer
Walter J. Mitchell hesitates on accepting Governor Ritchie’s appointment as Chief Judge of the Seventh Circuit to replace the late W. Mitchell Digges. He expects a decision after tomorrow and notes he has not yet received official notification. Judge Digges’s successor serves until January 4 when the elected judge takes over.
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Dieges
Senator Mitchell
Ministers Meet In Westminster Maryland MP Association
Members of the Westten Maryland Methodist Protestant Ministerial Association and the Ministers wives Association of the Western Shore District of the Maryland M P Conference held simultaneous meetings at the M C A and discussed matters of interest. Devotions opened led by Rev Stephen Galley with several ministers present. plans were laid for the Hinknint Masf Canfasius event and Home Week observances. The Ministers wives group organized the Association of M L P Ministers Wives of the Western Shore, with Westmins Maryland M P C ton as president and a luncheon following their sessions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Westten Maryland Methodist Protestant Ministerial Association
Ministers’ Wives Association
Western Shore
Maryland
M. P
M.C. A
Stephen Galley
Harpers Pov
B. I. Barnes
Ary
Persitent
Hinknint
Canfasius
Ar P
Earle Cummings
Westminster
E W. Simms
Finkshy
Waked Stone
Eran
Granthhe
Mr. Galley
Simms
Mgr. Stone
G. BE
Association of
MLPL
Dod
Loway
Westmins
Ton
Hoalloataoor
Watter Stons
Valentowa
J. F. Wooden
Wesimi
Dlisias
Abi
Mint
Baltimore gasoline prices slashed again
Prices fell again on the eve of a Washington conference to end the price war. Major distributors cut their rates to 134 cents per gallon, including a one cent reduction at several stations, as competition continued despite calls for restraint.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baltimore
Washington
Von KLUCK German Warrior Dies at 88
Borin. Oct. 19 VAPCHGeneral 2 exandar Von Kluce the German Rapticrnd Pareon fata today at Ins home. He was 88 years old.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
von Kluck
Borin
Exandar von Kluce
Ins
War Mother Meeting Notice Recalls Leadership
The Wi American War Mother group announces its regular meeting led by Mrs. John H. Albaugh. The next session is scheduled for November at 2 30 PM at 126 West Fonrus Street, the home of Al Cabin L. Ease.
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John H. . Albaugh
Cabin L
Still A Circus Price Says Of Political Show
A fragmentary political essay likens modern politics to a three ring circus with sharp egos and performative figures. It cites figures from both parties and references evolving campaigns, portraying a chaotic but revealing spectacle of U S politics amid factional splits and public intrigue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Price
Acquitted On Charge Of Mowing Illicit Liquor on His Land
Hagerstown farmer Mr Haring was acquitted of a charge related to mowing a unlawful liquor still found on land owned by Tim in Myersville. Federal Agent Ralph S Tage reported the still near mountainside land about a mile and a half from the residence. Witness Mr Horine testified he saw a still operating while sowing wheat, and the operator fled as officers arrived. Commissioner Walfinger ruled against the charge due to insufficient evidence. A warrant was issued for an unnamed operator, not yet apprehended.
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Ala Fwarkig
ULS
Woltliger
Hagerstown
Priday
Grover Morime
Boar
Myersville
Hornie
TinWag
Abie
Horne
Taz
Hia
Tagga
Huring
Popcorn Prices Rise In Frederick Region
The article notes a surge in popcorn costs this winter with Frederick county kernels described as mostly small garden patches. It mentions scarce supply and compares poorer grades processed abroad fetching about 15 hundred dollars per hundred pounds, while domestic crop losses loom large.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frederick
Frederick County
South America
Roosevelt to address veterans in Virginia
President Roosevelt plans a speech in Virginia focusing on veterans affairs. The event will highlight support for ex service members and emphasize postwar welfare and hospital care programs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roosevelt
Virginia
Aps
Weather Today Notes From Historic Summary Card
Fragmentary weather item noting precipitation figures and forecasts with references to October and historical values. Mentions advisories and a reassured message about conditions. Data appears garbled with broken dates and missing locations.
Anomypsen Weather Fragments Report Strange Data
The readable text cites unusual meteorological notes with references to high temperatures a year ago and temperatures last night. It mentions sun times and moon phases with scattered figures and odd spellings, suggesting a dated and garbled weather log.
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Tomyrrsy
Moan
Police Chase Kidnapper Toward Philadelphia
Police pursue a kidnapper linked to Mrs. Berry Stoll as an arrest struggle unfolds. Authorities trace the suspect from Delaware toward Marcus Hook and Philadelphia with the man’s wife held on $50,000 bond and the father on $25,000.
Kidnapper Robinson Sought. Police Seek Maryland Car
Police and state authorities chase a Ford V automobile with Maryland plates in a widening manhunt for Thomas H. Robinson Jr the alleged kidnapper of Mrs Alice Speed Stoll. Reports say his wife and father are linked as suspects with a reward and multiple checkpoints across Ohio and Delaware.
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Maryland
Thomas H. Robinson, Jr
Berry
Stoll Way
State
Biy
Baltimore
Springflehi
Alice Speed
Thomas. Robinson
Dayton
Melvin
Purvis
Department of Justice
John Dillinger
Springfield
Robinson
Frances Robinson
Thomas H. Robinson, Sr
Louisville
Key
Nashville
Philadelphia
Alice Stoll
Philadele Phia
Delaware
Thomas Robinson
Marcus Hook
Del
Wilmington
Philadelpia
Farley predicts largest victory for Ritchie in Maryland
Postmaster General Farley told a Landover audience that Governor Ritchie will win Maryland in the upcoming election by the greatest majority ever accorded him. Republican nominee Harry W. Wire, speaking at Cambridge, rebutted Democratic claims that voting for him would repudiate the national administration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baltimore
Ritchie
Farley
Landover
Tiles Georges County
Harry Wo Wire
Cambridge
Open Drive Against Washington Fixers In Probe
Washington officials face a DOJ probe into police and juvenile court corruption as agents halt inquiries into alleged fivers and racketeering. Rumors of vanished fines and freed prisoners trigger a broader investigation.
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Washington
Department of Justice
Dai
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Wlegal
Brunswick
Addison
Alle Pier Norris
Warren M. Shirey
Clair Shirer
William B. Boyer
Petersville
E. M. Gordon
Charles A. Six
Anna Eapton
Asbury E. Hoover
Wolfeville
Clarence E. Moss
Knoxvilley
Marshall Staub
Harry W. Wise
Jefferson
James A. Porter
Russell E. Litten
Mr. Duvall
Mr. Raut
A. G. Horine
John C. Delauter
Howard D. Kefauver
John S$. Bowlus
Edward M. Akers
Walter F. Zeigler
Jacob H. Schmidt
William E. Kitdhley
Milo Hooper
William V. Wolfe
John L. Dutrow
Isaac G. Weltz
William C. Roderick
Granville d. Sithaci
Ge B. Fuoul
By Rodney Dutcher
Harry Hopkins
Treasury Statement
Congress
FERA
Seventy-fourth Congress
Perkin i
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Rhode Island
San Francisco
Copsrieht
NEA Service, Inc
Bucklystown
Phebus and McHenry
A. Rolrinome
Iceferson
Oiin W. Rice
Mins Savurday
James Unglesse
Near Lavitie
Myr. Unglesse
J. W. Englar
Bar
Potomac School
Tarzan
Baby
Sion
Mitchell
Digges
Martha Thomas
May Kenn
Hood College
American Dietetic Association
Mayflower Hotel
Mary S. Rose
Onita Prall
Kohn
Josephine Weagley
Elizabeth Benson
Guernsey
Barbara
Charles
Lancaster
Dorothy Dishrow
Caldwell
M. J
Frederick Boys
J. Paul Delphey
Icycle Deater
Delphey
Patrick
Delphey’s
Michigan
Arive
Harpizs
Fern
Wrangton
Asarca Ohio Rawls
Laci
Addrens Uy
Rogrevel
Widiessay
Constitution Hall
Rtods
Yu Slavia Ab Marrelos
Alesander
Shous
Fthduna al Afarsetilts
Puban Mk
le Briar
France
Funerais
Western Md. Assn
Byron Drive
The
Associated Press
Borneo
Carter Gloss
Upar Suni
Theodore B. Bo
Sie
Hebert Hoover
William E. Barah
Fier
Cho LaGuardia
Eilen
Ara -Air
Argund
Fie
Rae
Mnidrake
California
Coolidge
UY Arng
Tonticut
Omeer
Joseph Whisnner
Jafo
Ponce
Au Yap
Uuw
Grover Horine
U. S
Amermo
Miami
Estess
Nah
Soran
Berry Stoll
Dayton, Q
Phila
Delphia
Chine
Marcus
Hook
Olice Were
Sut
Harry Nice
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