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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Oct 26, 1946
Page
10
Voters are urged to consider rival candidates qualifications and real campaign issues before voting for State and County government leaders a U S Senator a Congressman a State Senator and six House of Delegates members The Democratic Party presents its recommended candidates and their qualifications for the offices.
A Hagerstown based Democratic figure, former Maryland attorney general and 1944 campaign manager, is described as a governor hopeful. The bio covers military service in 1916 Mexican Border-guard and Fighting 29th Division, Silver Star, Maryland Minute Men, and state guard command. It notes marriage to Dorothy Byron, two daughters, law degree from Virginia, church roles, and business leadership.
The incumbent Board president and two term winner, Mr. Arnold, resides in Burkittsville District. A successful farmer and thresher man, he is an active Church of the Brethren member and was educated in Frederick County public schools.
A 16 year old Petersville resident, active in the Petersville Farm Bureau and Petersville Farmers Club, promotes good schools and roads. Member of the Evangelical Reformed Church and Junior O.U.A.M., educated in Frederick County public schools, seeks election as county commissioner.
Baltimore native Mr. Hammond, a Deputy Attorney General candidate in Maryland, is regarded as a standout young lawyer. A Gilman School and Jefferson School alum, he graduated from Baltimore City College in 1913 and earned degrees from Johns Hopkins University in 1923 and the University of Maryland Law School in 1925. He serves as vice-president of South Baltimore General Hospital, trustee and counsel for Aged Women's and Men's Home, and lives in Stevenson, Baltimore County. He is described as qualified, competent and experienced for the office.
Arch McDonald, a familiar Montgomery County radio voice and active civic figure, lives at Barnt Mills with his wife and three children. He serves on the WALC.A. Board, works with Boys Club, and has been noted for bond sales activity and county service as Chief Richald Warden. He is a member of the American Federation of Radio Artists and is seen as ready to run for Congress.
An accomplished figure in Maryland politics with a long record of public service and civic involvement. Has ties to St Elizabeth's Parish School Loyola, West Baltimore, and Leyolx College, holding positions in various boards including Metropolitan Savings Bank and Sterling Fordt eral. Active in Democratic campaigns and community organizations such as Knights of Columbus and the House of Good Shepherd.
Native and resident of Frederick, successful young lawyer and former Ul Navy Reserve lieutenant. Active AMVETS American Legion and military and veterans groups. Past president Jr Chamber, trustee, church choir member, former Red Cross and Chamber official. Graduate of University of Virginia and University of Maryland. former school teacher seeking office.
Native of Jefferson District Frederick and resident of Freserick is a first time aspirant for public office. He is a member of Elis Moose and Mt Pleasant Grange and active in Boy Scout work as a commissioner. Also part of AU Saints Episcopal Church and educated at Staunton, the University of Virginia, and the University of Maryland.
Native of Petersville District near Knoxville, Claggett served in World War I as an Air Arts Major. He is a member of Stedman Keenan Post Brunswick, secretary of Brunswick Rotary, and belongs to Farm Bureau, Frederick County Bar, Maryland Bar, and Kappa Sigma. A vestry member at St Mark's Episcopal Church, he graduated from Gilman School, Princeton, and the University of Maryland. Now 36, he practices in Frederick and Brunswick, owns a farm, and advocates productive action early in legislative sessions.
Recently retired after 38 years in public schools Mr Haover taught mathematics and led athletic teams in Middletown. He farms near Myersville where he lives and served as an artillery private in World War II. A member of the American Legion Middletown Grange Farm Bureau Myersville Fire Dept Lions Club and St John’s Lutheran Church he is a St John’s College alumnus and former Journal Clerk in the General Assembly.
Retired school teacher and World War I veteran Amprienn Er gion, a past commander and longtime leader in Middletown Lions and War Memorial Association, served as secretary of State Grange for 12 years and held roles including former Master Pomona and Middletown Granges, deacon and elder at Christ Reformed Church, Sunday School superintendent, and vice-president of Farmers Co-op. A successful farmer near Middletown with a B former degree from University of Maryland.
Twice elected commissioner Geisbert seeks to see the current board's policies carried out. A Urcana District resident and successful farmer with Grace Reformed Church and Farm Bureau ties, he favors less restriction on Toads funds to gain more mileage at lower cost per mile.
The document profiles a Tuscarora District farmer and House of Delegates candidate. It notes his work for a better school system and affordable farm-to-market roads, his roles in the Reformed church and college and honorary fraternities, Farm Bureau leadership, and positions with the Maryland Artificial Breeding Co-Operative and Frederick County governance. It cites his BA degree and emphasis on tailoring government to people’s needs.
A 45 year old Frederick resident, former Deputy Sheriff and Frederick City Policeman, operates a garage and auto repair shop. He belongs to the Brunswick Rod and Gun Club, Eagles Lodge, Trinity Methodist Church, and Braddock Grange. A past Master and Maryland State Guard corporal, his son served three and a half years overseas in World War II.
Twice elected County Treasurer, unopposed for re election. Age 45, Frederick native, active Lutheran church member and Sunday School teacher. Prominent in fraternal circles, graduate of Frederick Boys High School. Strongest recommendation is his proven office record.
The speaker argues voters should assign responsibility for shortages and the economy only to J. Glenn Beall, the Republican incumbent for Congress, asserting he alone had chance to affect the nation's economic conditions and urging fair assessment of both candidates.
Maryland Governor Herbert R. O Conor, a native of Baltimore and World War I veteran, retires after a long career as attorney general, state's attorney, and governor. He held leadership in national and state law enforcement groups, earned multiple law degrees, and received honorary degrees from several colleges.
Native of Lewistown District and longtime educator opens as clerk of the circuit court. Former principal at Thurmon, Brunswick, and Frederick high schools plus former assistant superintendent and acting superintendent of Frederick County Schools. Former YMCA secretary and church member praised for capable administration.
The sole woman on either ticket, Mrs Gregory, is the daughter of a lawyer and judge and a former president and active member of the Beedeche Clete Clik. She has held leadership in the Maryland Women's Club Federation and United Daughters of the Confederacy, served as clerk to the County Commissioners, and worked at Montevue. She holds an A M degree from Woman's College in Richmond and promises understanding and sympathy in handling business before the Orphans Court.
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