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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Sep 30, 1938
Page
8
A son was held without bond in connection with a shooting that wounded his father. He was arraigned and scheduled for trial next Thursday in the county court, where prosecutors described the alleged attack as intentional.
Raymond Houck of Woodsboro is hospitalized after gunshot wounds to the stomach and left leg. His son Curtis, 26, is jailed on assault with intent to kill charges. Curtis says he was sleepwalking when the shooting occurred. authorities and the mother eye witness dispute the nightmarish account.
The September grand jury produced more indicted defendants at large than appeared for arraignment in Circuit Court. Associate Judge Arthur Willard set next Wednesday for case assignments to give the sheriff more time to return prisoners. Thirteen of 53 indicted faced the court, with many others arrested or released on bond. more than twenty remained unfetched. Six cases were outlined for Thursday trials including forgery, larceny, burglary, and entering an occupied dwelling. Several defendants pleaded not guilty, some to be tried Friday. continued coverage on page five.
German ambassador Hans Dieckhoff told the State Department there was no understanding between the German American Bund and German envoys in the United States. A committee investigating un American activities heard testimony suggesting a link, with Fritz Kuhn named as band leader. Representative Dies accused embassy counselor Hans Thomsen of an unfair statement, noting Kuhn allegedly ordered destruction of band records after the House formed the committee.
Baltimore report says a young woman identified by her mother as Emma Carlson Hershberger leaped 40 feet from a city viaduct and was found with a fractured skull. Mrs. Mary Carlson said the 77 year old daughter had eloped at 15, recently suffered a nervous breakdown, and faced family strain as her two children were kept by her husband's parents.
Rochester NY September 30 AP New York Governor Lehman agreed to seek a fourth term after three days of party talks. The renomination by acclamation at the state convention sets him to face Republican nominee District Attorney Thomas E. Dewey, once Lehman’s special prosecutor in New York City.
Baltimore reports improvements at Gambrill State Park six miles from Frederick aim to make it among Maryland's finest. Karl Pfeiffer, assistant state forester, notes 200 CCC workers stationed nearby since 1933 will stay until next April unless withdrawn by Washington. Progress includes a water system, bridge paths, and a requested paved road.
Frederick county delegates to the Republican state convention met at 11 o'clock Thursday morning in the Hotel Rennett in Baltimore to organize. Walter E. Sinn was elected chairman. The other delegates from the county, all of whom attended, were Dr. Arlington D. Flory of Thurmont, Dr. J. G. F. Smith of Brunswick, George M. Wachter of Johnsville, Dr. A. G. Bourne, dr. and Mrs. Eleanor F. Conrad of Frederick. Dr. Smith was elected to the resolutions committee and Dr. Flory to the committee on credentials. Justice Sinn nominated Leo Weinberg of Frederick for attorney general. Dr. Bourne and Simon E. Sobeloff, former United States District Attorney of Maryland, seconded the nomination. The convention was held at noon at the Maryland Theater. Other Fredericktonians who attended were Reno S. Harp, William B. Cutshall, Gail Cutshall, Clarence M. Phreeger, Staley F. Ploak, George Ed. Myers, Eugene A. Alexander, and State Senator Harry W. LeGore.
Maryland data shows 48 traffic fatalities in September, up 14 from July peak. State Motor Vehicles Commissioner Walter R. Rudy urged drivers to exercise greater caution to reduce deaths.
Weather record shows 24 hour precipitation of .77 inch ending 7 am. September to date is 4.03 inches, with September normal 3.25 inches and actual 1.03 inches in 1937. Deficiency in 1938 precipitation to September 1.06 inches. Yesterday high 70, year ago 16. Low last night 51, year ago 42. Sunset today 5:56 pm, sunrise tomorrow 6:05 am. Moon rises 1:23 pm tomorrow, sets 11:36 pm. Streams Monocacy muddy, Potomac muddy on Virginia side and cloudy on Maryland side.
Washington reports on Senator James P. Pope of Idaho being eyed for FCC or FPC chair, with Maverick and Landon items and notes on CCC camp norms. Also mentions Australia’s first tung oil mill at Mascot and slight political color.
The Children's Aid Society launches its annual county wide fundraising appeal from October 1 to 15 with a dinner at 6 30 p m Monday in the Francis Scott Key hotel. One hundred fifty district representatives are invited to hear speakers including Chief Judge Hammond Urner and Charles McC Mathias. The event features a musical program directed by H David Hagan and his orchestra.
Baltimore observers note a strong comeback by old Ritchie leaders in Western Maryland as Howard W. Jackson's organization collapses. William C. Walsh seeks attorney general, David C. Winebrenner wins Frederick county support, Lane gains Washington county central committeeman, and Winebrenner wins a path to the state central committee.
Attorney General Herbert R. O Conor the Democratic nominee for governor thanked Mayor Howard W. Jackson for his action to make the nomination unanimous. He called at the mayor's office and later wrote expressing appreciation for the constructive attitude at the Democratic state convention and the assistance given.
Washington Sept 30 AP The Senate Campaign Expenditures Committee reports more than 500 complaints of political abuses in primaries and continues urgent investigations across a dozen states. Chairman Sheppard said staff will stay active through the November general election and compile a full report for the Senate. He noted a deplorable Kentucky situation and promised to present full facts.
New York AP reports heavy buying as European crisis fuels early gains in leading issues by one to over three points. Large blocks of pivotal stocks traded in first half hour with ticker tape delayed. By late morning profits took some steam, offers trimmed gains, and overall averages paused.
Centerville September 30 AP Wilson Dukes a 25 year old tenant farmer will receive 8500 dollars marking Maryland history The Farm Security administration loan enables him to purchase the 240 acre farm now renamed his father and to become the farm owner
In Frankfort Kentucky AP report Patrolman Guy Wainscott said Ballard Rucker Jr age nine was fatally wounded by a pistol bullet fired by his stepfather George Taylor during a nightmare episode. Taylor said he dreamed he heard a noise and fired the pistol by his bed before awakening.
Last week strong northeast wind battered New York as political tensions intensified. Chamberlain remains a menacing figure to opponents, while hopefuls press for lasting peace amid stormy headlines and shifting support.
Storms offshore threaten New England as Nazi forces poised to advance into Czechoslovakia. Munich pact seals four power agreement with Britain and Germany. Chamberlain hails peace while Czechoslovakia surrenders Sudetenland. Franco and Daladier respond with guarded reserves as Mussolini praised as peace savior.
Emmitsburg report quotes Mount St. Marys College historian Dr Joseph L Thorning, saying Skoda artillery used by Franco loyalists outperforms Italian and German guns. He cites trip behind Franco lines, stating artillery efficiency prolongs the civil war and credits officer testimony.
Annapolis reports Governor Harry W. Nice outlined a three week speaking tour starting October 6 from Prince Frederick, ending November 1 in up-state Baltimore. He plans daily appearances though specifics remain undecided. A new announce listed a October 12 stop in Montgomery County.
State highway crews near completion of a traffic signal at the intersection of Routes 15 and 246 south of Frederick. Workers have been erecting the light to regulate traffic at the Wash ington road or Buckeystown pike junction. Signals not yet energized. State Roads Commission approved the project on August 30 with an estimated cost of 12 000.
Senator Milford E Tydings submitted to the Bureau of the Budget a plan seeking 275000 for scientific and economic research to rehabilitate the seafood industry of Maryland and the nation. The proposal includes a 100000 laboratory at College Park.
Washington dispatch reports Sept 30 that railroad counsel blamed labor organizations and they alone for opposing a proposed wage cut. The statement frames unions as responsible for the backlash affecting railroad labor costs and policy.
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