18 Sep 1931
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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1931
Page
1
A West Virginia autoist convicted at trial paid a $70 fine for operating a horse and buggy in violation of local traffic rules. The case highlights ongoing enforcement of horse drawn vehicle regulations in the region.
A Libertytown couple, Mr. and Mrs. E E Burns, were injured seven weeks ago when their buggy was struck by a machine driven by Grover Nash's car. Young admitted driving but fled, later jailed in Frederick and brought back. He was fined for leaving the scene, not reporting, reckless driving, and related charges. a drunk driving charge was not pressed.
Olvin Eaton, 27, of Middletown, shot by his brother Raymond, 22, during an argument at a dance call on All Saint’s Street. Eaton, badly wounded, has largely recovered and returned home from Frederica City Hospital. Raymond, released on $1,500 bail after pending grand jury action. Three Arrested.
Daily precipitation reported as 0.06 inches for today with September totals at 0.127 inches and 0.35 inches for September actual. Comparison references 1931 versus a 26 year average, noting 1.46 inches high and related temperature data.
Baltimore authorities hold Foreman and three companions on charges tied to stealing five automobiles and stripping tires from a stolen car. Azey Beatty, Felix Beatty, Francis Beatty, and William Phillips face multiple counts with bail set for each. Police seek trial postponement for further investigation.
William Stanland of Washington, 33, was taken to Frederick City Hospital after his car struck a pole on the Emmitsburg pike near Lewistown. He suffered head lacerations but was not in serious condition and expected to leave the hospital today. Passersby Ramsburgs helped him to the hospital.
Observance of Yom Kipppur the Day of Atonement set for Sunday at the Predazii ex Synagogue. Worship begins with prayers and fasting to mark the holy day. The Day of Atonement emphasizes self reflection and penance.
City officials revisit plans to repave South Street as engineers assess conditions and funding. Public works representatives present estimates while council weighs project priority and potential impact on traffic patterns and nearby businesses.
City officials debated repairing South Street between tracks and whether to remove rails. Aldermen urged immediate work while settlement with the railroad firm awaits. potential relocation of freight operations raised broader traffic questions. Departments also plan winter water mains upgrades to aid the unemployed, with costs falling to taxpayers.
Radio messages report Moyle and A Allen, trans Pacific stevedores, planned to hop from Misano Filgine near Cape Navarin to Nome Alaska today after being found ashore by a Russian ship. The telegram said the tyers might continue to Seattle, but the immediate stop was not stated.
OCR fragment lists scattered names and terms suggesting a local notice or news brief. Readable items include partial names and phrases that may reference people and places, but the text is incomplete and lacks clear events or dates.
J H Boyd a Louisiana gas station operator says three men lured him from his station and kidnapped him last night near Atlanta Texas. He fired on the car after one man struck him over the head wounding him. The dead are Hardy Luce 45 Bil Fish 38 and Early Sullivan 08. Bil Emilivan brother in law of Fish and Early Sullivan was injured. The motive remains unclear.
The week’s traffic fine total reached 7612 dollars nationwide, with the county tally at 6535 dollars. Multiple drivers are listed for offenses including reckless driving without license, speeding, driving under the influence, lack of license, and proper registration.
A thunderbolt struck a scene in Washington Court Howe leaving one person dead and five injured. Details indicate a sudden bolt during an outdoor event caused multiple casualties and prompted emergency response. Authorities are investigating the incident and identifying victims.
Rural work in parts of the county focuses on organizing Boy Scout troops and expanding program access. Leaders report growing interest among youths and community partners supporting troop formation and activities.
The district executive board will add representatives from each district and active Scout leaders. Invited members include Charles T. Meyer, Harry Gross, Laster Birch, B. R. Tarisz, C. G. Fraley, Father Phi Farrell, John Stauffer, and others. Leadership training courses will be organized in Frederick and surrounding areas to develop juvenile leaders.
Fragmentary report from NEA New York Bureau describes a murder tied to a Silk merchant case. The text mentions a fearcold wearer and alleged shooting at a Maetivation, with references to a husband and other women. Proceedings pending in Hackensack, MN with J. charged on a degree count.
The Burgess and Commissioners of Middletown ban hose and lawn sprinklers due to a severe water shortage. Water will be cut off for violations as reservoir levels fall and springs in the Gatoctin mountains decline.
Huntington Ohio AP report says Mrs. Benjamin P. Collings described a cruiser Penguin incident to police. She testified two men boarded, bound and beat her husband, then threw him overboard as she watched from a canoe and boat.
Clarence Bell, jailed for drunken driving, was lashed 20 times in the corridor of Wicomico jail after his wife did not appear in court to witness the beating. The sentence included three months more or a $100 fine. two physicians were on call, but not needed.
In Hampton on September 18 an initial bond was set at $18,000 for Milshs Kent Kane a Tennessee University professor charged with drowning his wife. A preliminary hearing was scheduled for September 23 before County Police Justice J E Dixon. Defense attorney Percy Cannel said a bed from a surety company would be presented tomorrow.
At Newcastle county workhouse in Wilmington fourteen prisoners escaped after a carefully planned plot. Guard Anthony Hayden was wounded and prisoner Clarence Core was shot as inmates flooded the ward and forced a guard to open a gate. Police and hospital reports follow.
A garbled OCR excerpt mentions Delhi and Washington with unclear references to a person in hospital. The exact names, dates, and events are unreadable, making interpretation and factual summary difficult from the available fragment.
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