23 Sep 1930
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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Sep 23, 1930
Page
1
The article reports the assassination of WM C Byers president of the Western Maryland Railway in his Baltimore office. It details interim measures, investigations and security concerns following the fatal shooting.
Mayor Culler and aldermen along with Wiam Shipley John S Renn Elmer Afua and G yr Bowers visited the Tuscarorma creek site for Fred s Water system to choose a location for the planned new reservoir. Accompanied by Major Ea B Wintman and others the group began the start for England research trip.
The campus hosts an array of activities as the student body gathers. A picnic to Braddock Heights, transport by car or hike, follows a welcome service at Brotinecx hall led by Rev. Dr. Jan Elor of Central Presbyterian. A reception in the dormitory includes President Apple and the YWCA, with an organ recital by Prof. Henry T. Wade.
Report from Brunswick and nearby areas describes a Sunday car wreck near Shepherdstown. One man, Marry Grove of Brunswig, suffered severe injuries and was taken to Hagerstown Hospital. His companion Jesse Thompson died at the scene when the car struck a tree with high impact. The machine was demolished.
A fragmented notice states the White Way will be ready for use within ten days. The text mentions municipal event preparations, operations, and staffing changes as part of finalizing the fair season setup.
An unsigned fragment notes a contract involving a star player and a regional team with details about terms and status. The item points to negotiations or pending approval, suggesting formal or legal action on a sports roster.
The report states Vice-President Gray was wounded in a gun battle and faces a murder charge. Details mention two of her sons and a tense confrontation at a Petersburg, Washington location with Mrs. Gamble. authorities set a $599 bond as part of the legal actions following the incident.
Maxwell C. Byers and Dudley D. Gray, president and vice president of Western Maryland Railroad, were wounded in a pistol battle at the Standard Oil building in Baltimore. Byers died, Gray was fatally wounded and later died. an officer opened fire and the scene drew police, clerks, and hospital staff as details emerged of prior disputes and a suspended sentence in related matters.
George Sherman Myers, 40, an ex convict, confessed to authorities in Michigan City and prosecutors to abducting and slaying eight year old Malveline Appel on August 27 in South Bend. He described luring her to a barn and disposing of the body after the crime. Myers is jailed under guard as investigators confirm the admissions.
Report notes requests for lodging at Montevue to identify a person named LaPix. About three others are present, with gifts not included in the count. Descriptions suggest young men involved, while others seek shelter at the facility. A gate and vehicle details appear in the fragmentary text.
Hornsby is announced to replace McCarthy as editor of the Tribune. The move reflects leadership changes at the paper with Hornsby set to take the helm.
Odddie calls for a sweeping halt on Russian imports to force action in Congress. He warns of market backlash and urges immediate measures to curb trade with Moscow.
The Hood College gathering convened in the new dormitory with Mrs. 3 H Appie as host. Officers present included the president and treasurer. The program featured a garden display by Mrs. Pr na and BI. A speaker, listed only as a site man, addressed the group around 7 o'clock at Pyle Court WGI.
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