23 Sep 1931
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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Sep 23, 1931
Page
1
Cooler autumn weather returns for the fair’s second day with forecasts calling for pleasant temperatures around 70 degrees. Show activities begin at five this afternoon as organizers expect a steady turnout and normal fall conditions by Friday.
Farmers at Frederick Fair in Maryland report cooling temps below 60 as crowds return. Wheat becomes legal tender at the gate, night admissions begin, and bands ignite the grounds. Prostrations occur among children amid a busy midway with displays, exhibits, and anticipated nightly spectacles. Weather shifts show a cool down across regions including Yellowstone Park where temps sink to 24 degrees.
A series of machine oil explosions rocked a manufacturing plant in Bethany, Maryland, early today showering firemen with debris and causing injuries. The Samaritan plant, operated by Adine Lame Conoatt, suffered extensive damage as crews battled the blaze and later uncovered multiple storage dangers amid the chaotic scene.
Bond premiums totaling 2980 were realized on 375000 of Montgomery county bonds sold at a county commissioners meeting in Rockville. The courthouse issue of 175000 went to H M Billsby Co at 101.73, while the 100000 suburban road bonds, 70000 police refunding bonds and 50000 suburban buildings refunding bonds sold to Chase Harrie Forbes Co and E Booker Co at par plus accrued interest.
Elijah Kent Kane, charged with murder in his wife’s drowning, had his preliminary hearing postponed to September 30 due to the illness of Mrs. W C Graham. The case centers on letters from Betty H Dahl to Kane that allegedly troubled Mrs Kane and influenced the coroner’s murder finding. Dahl was not present.
New York AP reports the ban on short selling by the New York Stock Exchange board of governors was rescinded. However reports to the business conduct committee on short positions by members will continue as ordered, and Wall Street expects this check to persist as a safeguard. The article shifts to a local meeting of the New Market Homemaker's Club in Frederick, noting routine readings, a roll call, and a forthcoming gathering at Mrs. R. T. Coughan’s home. The piece closes with a note that Frederick radio fans heard solos by Miss Geraldine Ere on a Tuesday night program from Round Hill, Virginia.
Announcement lists 4-H Girls Clubs of Frederick County winners in the canning contest at the Frederick Fair. Judges included Miss Margaret McPheeters and Moss Venla M. Kellar of the Maryland Extension Service. eight jars were selected for the National 4-H club Contest in Chicago.
Premium results listed for a fair showing multiple canned vegetables and fruit classes. Names of winners include Miss Gordie Jacob, Mrs. John Lawson, Miss Lillian Williems, Miss Catherine Biehl, Miss Rudelia Zimmerman, Miss Myrtle Stonebrimner, Miss Lenore Hammond, Miss Edna Sappington, Miss Rebecca Wilcoxon, Mrs. Edgar Hargett, and several other contestants across myriad categories from cold pack vegetables to preserves and marmalades.
Hood College begins orientation week with a Thursday night opening featuring Dr Samuel McCrea Cavert of New York City as principal speaker. Registration of new students started Tuesday. returning students enroll Thursday as classes set to begin Friday.
Tokyo reports a Foreign Office spokesman says troop movements beyond the South Manchurian railway zone must end. After talks with Foreign Minister Baron Shidehhara, officials announce withdrawals from areas outside the railway zone to prevent further developments.
Mrs Edna E Lewis of Montgomery entertained relatives at dinner on September 20. Four generations were represented with present family members including her children grandchildren and two great granddaughters Mary Mikired and Shirkey Linthicum among others. The gathering included Lord B Hyatt Gertrude Hyatt Ed Linthicam and Sie and 3 F 5B Monror-
Three arrests cited in a local street incident led by officers arresting Robert Tran Moker for drunkenness and disorderly conduct. Police report noting the suspect and two others, with bail set at $250.
Frederick hosts Taney Memorial ceremonies featuring remarks by Chief Justice Charles Evans Hughes with national radio broadcast. Details outline a Frederick luncheon for Hughes and guests, arrangements for Court Park stand and amplification, and invitations from Baltimore and Westminster officials.
Detroit September 23 AP Former veteran administrator Frank T Hines warned the American Legion against seeking further payments on adjusted service certificates from the public. Speaking at the Legion's annual convention with Hoover also addressing the crowd, Hines urged maintaining goodwill as the most valuable asset, saying it could vanish quickly if overextended.
Paris reports Joe Jacobs manager of heavyweight champion Max Schmeling says Schmeling will tour the United States for an exhibition in November and then fight Mickey Walker in February in Miami or Los Angeles. He plans to box Jack Dempsey in June at a yet undecided venue. Jacobs also notes Gene Tunney’s retirement rumors and relocates Dr Flaws to Nashville as pastor.
Fragmented weather OCR shows daily precipitation 24 hours ending today and September totals with 1931 to 1988 comparison. Contains garbled figures for inches and temperatures, plus sunrise sunset and moon times. Overall unreadable in places but indicates precipitation data and forecast conditions.
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