Ballot Box Delivery Initiated Ahead of Primaries
Delivery of 171 ballot boxes begins for the upcoming primaries as judges prepare returns promptly. The effort aims to ensure smooth voting and timely results for the election process.
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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Sep 10, 1934
Page
1
Delivery of 171 ballot boxes begins for the upcoming primaries as judges prepare returns promptly. The effort aims to ensure smooth voting and timely results for the election process.
Delivery of 171 ballot boxes to 57 precincts underway under the Board of Election Supervisors with plans to finish countywide delivery today and the city Tuesday. Registration books will be completed today. three ballot boxes per precinct are needed for primary contests and alcohol referenda. Beer sale is prohibited on election day. States Attorney Sinn confirms enforcement in city and county. Special deputy sheriffs named to serve. registrations open at polls for eligible voters.
The text notes a September 12 bank holiday tied to an election cycle and mentions banks likely remaining open despite the holiday. It references a statewide holiday on Wednesday and defers to the Old Defenders context with unclear details about observance and election dates.
A fragmented weather note lists precipitation figures for September with 118 inches to date and a deficit of 431 inches since a 1934 baseline. It records high and low temperatures around 67 and 6 degrees, with yesterday and prior year comparisons, plus sunrise and sunset times and vague references to Monocacy and Potomac areas.
A Washington commentary notes rising support for a leftward shift in the New Deal under Roosevelt with young liberals tying to the fight for labor and social programs. It highlights Sam Rayburn as a key figure to watch in the looming speaker scramble and cites figures like Norris Brandeis Lugwell and La Follette as influential.
The piece outlines Rayburn as a likely administrator for a presidential bid with Vice President Garner as key backer. It recalls Rayburn and Garner involvement in 1932 and Roosevelt’s nomination dynamics, plus notes on street work and bridge completion in Carroll County.
Jenos Ray, 60, planned to quit as state chairman amid a resignation crisis. The former leader faced pressure over a strike zone mill issue and a provocative use of dynamite on the eve of his departure. Ray intended to resume responsibilities today before stepping away.
Ray, 60, longtime leader of the Maryland Democratic apparatus, former speaker of the House and state auditor, died at his Chillum home after conferring with party leaders during mediation. A banker and former president of the Massland Bankers Association, his death ends a 40 year political career. Funeral set for Thursday at Emory Methodist Episcopal.
Frederick Chapter No 79 of the Order of Eastern Star holds its annual grand visitation with about 150 members and guests in the Masone Temple lodge room. Worthy Grand Matron Mrs Mone Hopple of Baltimore presided, with grand officers and local dignitaries in attendance from Maryland and Pennsylvania.
The Grace liner steamed to port today under its own power after a fire in the hold. Crew and passengers remained safe as the vessel slowed to dock near Balboa. The incident drew comparisons to a previous shipboard fire and raised questions about safety measures aboard the ship.
Kemp, a 39 year old farm owner, was found guilty of assault by Justice Alton Bennett in Peoples Court. He received a suspended 60 day jail term but must return to jail for $280 costs after his alleged drunkenness and quarrel with his wife, Mrs Kemp. Sheriff Crum testified Kemp was drunk and violent upon arrival at the home.
Neighbors and a garden hose stopped a small coal oil explosion at 8 o clock this morning at 244 East Third Street. Mrs Shankie was in the kitchen when it started and called for help. firemen arrived to find light damage and flames extinguished by neighbors.
Richard Sandler of Sweden was elected president of the League of Nations Assembly at its session yesterday. He runs as a socialist Democrat and defeated Eamon De Valera, who withdrew before the vote amid support for Sandler. Katherine Trundle and party attend a Wiener roast at Green Gables cabin Braddock Heights with Grace Angleberger and others.
Mrs. Ramsburg of Walkersville was elected vice-president for Western Maryland at the Maryland State American Legion Auxiliary convention in Baltimore. She also became an alternate for the national committee woman position, with several local women attending events September 5 8.
Fragmented report notes Rosh Hashanah services at Bee Shoom synagogue with Theodor Sinohtodan leading prayers after a sunset start. It mentions election day disturbances and a poster incident, plus a church parish update: Rev Mr and Mrs Chambers plan to move to Westover Parish Charles City County Virginia, as Rev Mr Chambers takes a new call.
In Baltimore on September 10 an AP report notes an overwhelming majority of 22 Maryland Congressional candidates from both parties approved immediate payment of the veterans bonus and favored veterans preferences for state and federal jobs. All respondents supported payments to widows orphans and dependents. none opposed the bonus. A separate incident at the Blakeville penitentiary involved a prison yard battle, a fire, and several injuries.
The piece analyzes how Roosevelt foes fail to form a united front, despite Hoover’s recent attacks. It notes Hoover targets one of two main counts in the issue, while many fear outcomes of Roosevelt’s political agenda and party divides.
Trading opened with subdued activity and little direction across markets. Bonds edged higher while equities showed tentative moves as investors awaited a catalyst, with sterling starting the day near the 7 to 8 level.
Testimony at hearings cites an incendiary start of the Morro Castle blaze after charred papers were found in the cargo locker. Captain Warms said prior fire attempts and a smoking locker supported arson theory as investigators probe the shipwreck.
James Roosevelt son of the President recounts a rough 24 hour voyage aboard the 60 foot racing schooner Black Arrow buffeted by storms off New England. The crew including amateur sailors faced waves and spray as they neared Portland harbor with government vessels nearby.
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