02 Sep 1947
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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Sep 02, 1947
Page
1
Frederick county veterans rushed to cash their terminal leave bonds as banks handled them swiftly. Most bonds converted to cash with averages around 200 dollars, some 525 dollars to a long service member. Banks require discharge papers and signatures. many plan immediate spending despite national appeals by officials.
Robbers entered the Pearl Bar along the National Highway for the third time in fifteen months over the holiday weekend, taking clothing, stockings, cigarettes, pens, and drills. A jimmying attack opened a west side door, with missing cash not listed. Boxes of stockings were found nearby and identified as from the store, but no suspects or clues were reported.
On Sept 2 the Guayaquil Army garrison joined the revolt against Colios Mancheno, signaling a change in leadership. Capt Antonio Rivas Hidalgo assumes command of Guayaquil forces as the pivotal port city declares disloyalty to the capital.
Lt. Col Glenn C. Wilhide of Frederick named commanding officer of the th Ordnance Battalion and post commander at the Hawaiian Ordnance Depot. Former Detroit Ordnance District chief, he starred at West Point as a football and baseball captain. His wife and younger son Robert plan to join him in September as Robert attends the University of Hawaii.
Soviet dispatch says the United States has held a Soviet army officer prisoner for months after crossing the demarcation line in Korea. The agency notes the incident occurred as tensions between the two powers rise and United States authorities confirm the detainment.
Two Baltimore youths were seriously injured when their car failed to negotiate a curve and struck a pole at the Mythe Game Hill Park road. They were treated at Freder Memorial and released to their homes. both sustained lacerations and bruises, and were removed by state police ambulance.
Westminster Sept 24 fire believed caused by lightning destroyed the boiler house and two trucks at Dutierer florist plant on Pennsylvania avenue. A second blaze damaged Green Gables apartments on Bond street with roof and third floor burned and water damage to lower floors. owner Scott Roop said partial insurance coverage.
The United States and Britain signaled continued adherence to the Potsdam framework after a disputed Soviet protest. Officials stressed commitment to Germany’s postwar economic unity and coal region protection as talks focus on economic output and reconstruction.
A statewide review shows Holiday travel deaths near 421 with crashes, drownings, and miscellaneous accidents. Texas recorded the highest totals, while Delaware Kentucky Maryland Virginia West Virginia and the District of Columbia reported smaller counts. Local officials caution motorists to slow down during peak travel periods.
Dr. E. V. Cowdry reported at the Internal Cancer Congress that victims of concentration camps may have a better chance of escaping cancer due to evidence that an active diet can influence disease. He cited starvation and other factors as potential contributors to cancer risk and emphasized studying survivors to understand less-than-ex cancer outcomes.
A fragmented clipping notes concerns about embarrassment for women jurors amid a court case. The unreadable text hints at juror conduct worries and possible social scrutiny affecting the trial process.
Lawmakers expect action within two to three months on reviving the proposed connection between the Lincoln Memorial area in Washington and Gettysburg landmarks. Details remain sparse as discussions continue among representatives and officials.
A Ford V-8 stake body truck and its load of books, papers, furniture and other items burned out after a morning fire on Route 26 about a mile west of Libertytown. Fire units from Independents' county fought the blaze. the driver said he looked back and saw the fire as he traveled westward.
Frederick County Roads Board faces reduced funds for road work despite a July 1 law intended to raise about $100 000 annually. The shift from gas tax to vehicle registration revenue delays full impact until 1948, with Frederick County receiving 8.51 percent of county road funds and municipalities sharing about 33 996 dollars based on street mileage.
About 250 delegates from Maryland and Baltimore DeMolay chapters met in Cumberland for the 11th annual conclave and elected officers. Notable speakers included Rep Beall and Eli Steen. New State Master Councilor Loma Allen Jr led a slate that included John Carx Hyattsville junior councilor and Edward Leakins senior deacon Belverine Monroe Gaithersburg?
City police received a letter from Francis P. Harrison itemizing losses when his car was stolen from in front of a local home and later recovered in Baltimore. The list includes a Zeiss camera three pairs of shoes a handbag with jewelry a few shoe trees and a sports shirt found in the car not belonging to him. No arrests have been made and several other cars were burglarized.
In New York today the market moved forward sluggishly as deal activity tapered after an initially active start. The overall advance was modest with most factions gaining slowly through the day.
A six member arbitration board headed by Dr William Leisers ordered a 15.5 cent hourly raise for nearly 1,000,000 non operating railroad workers effective yesterday. The raise, binding on unions and carriers, marks the third increase in over a year for clerks telegraphers maintenance staff and other non running personnel on major rails.
Thirty six cases were called for trial in a holiday session of Peoples Court this morning. Most ended in collateral forfeitures as Magistrate Alton Bennett presided. Several defendants faced fines for speeding, reckless driving, and license violations with multiple collateral forfeitures recorded.
A lease between Shelby Realty Corporation and J C Penny Company is recorded for the entire first floor and western half of the basement of the former McCardell building at 116 20 North Market Street. The ten year term runs from April 1 1938 at a yearly rent of 9606 dollars.
The nude body of 14 year old Betty Jane Yeecobet was identified after discovery at the edge of a lonely ravine with a bullet wound behind the left ear. Deputy Coroner R J Freyvogel reported the identification today.
A vacationers special train collided head on with a standing express at Dugald station near Winnipes injuring and killing many. Rescue crews recovered 17 bodies by nightfall as flames engulfed two cars and a grain elevator. The transit engineer survived. 15 passengers were hospitalized after the Labor Day derailment.
A brief thunderstorm moved through Frederick delaying Labor Day events. Nearly half an inch of rain fell in 15 to 20 minutes with vivid lightning but no structural damage reported. The Weather Bureau forecast sunny dry days ahead with cooler readings, as August ends and schools prepare to reopen.
A Sept 2 report said 52 guerrillas were killed in a clash with troops near Serres in eastern Macedonia. Another engagement near Ioannina at Pedsteri involved about 204 guerrillas clashing with military units. In Hagerstown, Lt. Joseph Desmond received a patrolman promotion for actions unbecoming an officer.
The Nation Today reports on savings bond sales and the Treasury drive after World War II. It notes E bonds dominate purchases by well to do buyers and professionals, while the public has bought about 10.06 billion worth of new E bonds in two years, offsetting another 10.10 billion in E bonds held. The article explains why bond sales spread among many Americans reduces bank dominance, controls inflation, and funds national debt, with a 383 person Treasury staff promoting the program.
The Police Commission plans to resume dereliction of duty hearings against Police Chief Straley and LL Reno next week. Chairman Storm said a definite date would be set once Mr Storsh can comment. The prior sessions in August and July involved testimony from seven witnesses over four hours and were adjourned pending further action.
A small tornado hit southwestern Pennsylvania early in September, killing elderly men and damaging several buildings and homes. Authorities report multiple injuries and extensive property damage across the affected area.
Weather forecast for the Middle Atlantic States and New York through Sunday. Temperatures near normal in the north and slightly above in the south. Generally fair conditions with scattered showers likely on Saturday.
President Truman said the United States avoids violence but will uphold UN obligations and defend the Americas. He outlined a four point plan including Marshal Plan aid, UN fidelity, continued strength, and tailored regional strategies during the Inter American Defense Conference closing session in Rio de Janeiro.
Stewartsville New Jersey September reports a barn owned by Mecsey burned as fire companies failed to reach the scene due to heavy holiday traffic. Four engines rendered ineffective before the farmer hauled out his tractor to aid the remaining distance. The blaze consumed the barn and 150 tons of hay valued at about 10000 dollars.
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