Milk blockade cuts New York City milk supply
Upstate dairy farmers struck and cut New York City's milk supply by 43 percent. Ice cream production virtually stopped and milk diverted to homes hospitals and public institutions to ensure drinking quantities. Distributors curtailed supplies to bakeries and restaurants as Archie Wright of the Dairy Farmers Union forecasts a three to four day victory and price talks move toward a $3.35 per hundredweight base. Mayor LaGuardia called a conference with distributors and union officials to address the crisis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
New York City
Archie Wright
Dairy Farmers’ Union
Congress of Industrial Organizations
Greenbelt residents taxed for personal property but vote rights affirmed
Maryland Attorney General William C. Walsh ruled that Greenbelt housing residents are Maryland citizens and must pay personal property taxes including autos, while retaining civil rights such as voting. He noted federal title to the development does not grant federal jurisdiction over Greenbelt lands or residents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baltimore
Greenbelt
U. S
Washington
Maryland
Williamc. Walsh
Prince Georges County
Walsh
Festival at Williamsport Community Park this August
Frn and Sat August 18 and 19 feature musical entertainment to benefit the library book fund. Advance tickets available.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Williamsport Community Park
Briton Kinslochar Shot In Shanghai Border Clash
Brit ish sergeant W L Kin sloch of the Shanghai International Settlement police fired a submachine gun during a border clash with a Japan controlled Chinese police squad. He killed two Chinese officers and wounded six others before being shot in the back. He survived with non serious wounds. Immediate retaliation saw patrols by both sides near the badlands as authorities protested jurisdictional violations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shanghai
International Settlement
W. L. Kinsloch
Scotland
Settlement Police
Scots Guards Regiment
Rinloch
Gravedigger faces judge over chains on sons
In Elizabeth New Jersey a grave digger, his paralyzed wife and nearly blind daughter were joined by two teenage sons on probation for auto accessory theft. Police say he chained the boys to their ankles to curb trouble. Detective George Craig found 13 year old Domenic Urbari le clanking with chain and 15 year old Frank wearing one too. The father was ordered to remove the chains after probation officer Mae Lynch filed a cruelty complaint. he must explain the case to Juvenile Court Judge Henry Waldman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Craig
Elizabeth
N. J
Domenic Uaturile
Craig
Frank
Joseph
Mae V. Lynch
Union County
Deaths fill two Washington county families in sorrow
Infant Harold Roger Royer seven months dies at Antietam home. Funeral Monday from East funeral home Boonsboro to Church of God Antietam with Rev Gardner Taylor. interment Lutheran Cemetery Sharpsburg. Retired farmer Lewis Beard dies at Mapleville aged 91. surviving children and grandchildren listed. Funeral Leaf Funeral Chapel Williamsport Tuesday with interment in Mt View Cemetery Sharpsburg.
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Harold Roger
Carl W. Royer
Antietam
Ronald
Ralph
East Funeral
Boonsboro
Church of God
Gardner Taylor
Lutheran Cemetery
Sharpsburg
Lewis
Beard
Rev Beard
Mapleville
Washington County
John F
Bertha F. Hebb
Samuel A
Lela C. Smith
David G
Washington
D. C
Lewis B
Oregon
Roy R
Charles E
Hollyday Cove
W.a
C. E. Harbaugh
William D. Stollipher
Leaf Funeral Chapel
Williamsport
A. M. Dixon
R. J. Schaffer
Maple Ville
ML. View
Sharpsbur
Card of Thanks for Edwin M. Beard
The family thanks friends neighbors and Moller Organ Works Junior Fire Co for kindness during Edwin M. Beard illness and death. They also thank for flowers and cars. By Wife Sister and Brother.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moller Organ Works
Junior Fire Co
Edwin M. Beard
Troops Mass in Slovakia Hold Back Polish Frontier
Forty thousand German troops moved through the Tatras and near Zilina while Bratislava remained under Slovak authority. A German protection plan claimed and the defense pact with Germany placed Slovakia’s armed forces under German domination. General Csallos offered to resign rather than move forces to Poland, but remained in post after council pressure.
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Tatras
Slovakia
Poland
Zilina
Bratislava
Kech Vag
Germany
Danube
Araya
Ferdinand Csailos
National Council
Rain worth thousands boosts Chewsville crops
Rain totals for Chewsville reach .62 inch this month with heavy downpours missing the southern county. Officials note winds knocked down rain earlier but forecast another inch to loosen ground for plowing. Temperatures rose to a high of 83 with a 68 low. Water usage hit plant capacity at the river station for the first time since 1928, while Edgemont reservoir held at record lows until last night’s rain. C A Bean and Albert Heard visited the Board of Water Commissioners as the city credited a gain in Edgemont due to rainfall. Orchardists expect showers to increase peach size and aid late apple varieties. Festival slated Fri, Sat Aug 18-19 at Homecoming Grounds with music, games, prizes by North American Rod & Gun Club.
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Chewsville
Oswald
Edgemont
C. A. Bean
Potomac
Board of Water Commissioners
Albert Heard
Water Department
Hagerstown
Heard
Rod & Gun Club
Ady
Democats Look Toward 1940 Seek Soft Pedal on Differences
Washington reports that seasoned Democratic leaders foresee the 1940 re election issue narrowing party rifts. With many incumbents facing Republican opposition and pressure to back the national ticket, cooperation between administration and anti administration factions may tighten. Some envision a brief session focused on minimal controversial legislation, while others warn intra party fights could resume after 1940.
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Washington
Congress
Roosevelt
Storm Warning Expands for Maryland Disturbance
The Weather Bureau issued an advisory stating a disturbance over Maryland will move northeastward, triggering storm signals from Sandy Hook to Boston. Southeast winds and rain are expected tonight along the southern New England coast, with warnings issued north of Sandy Hook and south of Atlantic City.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Weather Bureau
Maryland
Sandy Hook
N. 1
Boston
N. J
Mass
Atlantic City
New England
Zone Occupied Long Agreed Upon
Berlin reports kept up German activity in Slovakia limited to a Bratislava mission and occupation of a strip agreed last March. General Matthausen heads the mission. German troops occupy the zone west of the eastern border of Slovakia and east of the Little Carpathians White Carpathians and Javornik mountains. Slovakia is described as independent but may call on Germany for aid.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Berlin
Slovakia
Bratislava
Matthausen
White Carpathians
Javornik Mountains
Germany
Actress Sues Stroud Twin in Breach Suit
Los Angeles dated Aug 18 A breach of promise suit seeks 50000 from Meredith B Pavis a blond actress. She claims Clarence Gisby Stroud radio and screen Stroud Twin is the father of her unborn child. She asks 1700 for hospitalization medical care 2400 for attorney fees and child support.
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Los Angeles
Meredith B. Pavis
Clarence Gisby Stroud
Stroud
Actos
Yin
Thirty Years In Town And Unknown George G Snyder
George G. Snyder, a prominent Clearspring attorney and former mayor, contemplates a social event to reintroduce himself to townspeople. An acquaintance learned that despite thirty years in town, no one knew him and the post office reported no resident by that exact name among multiple Snyders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George G. Snyder
Clearspring
Snyder
Mr. Snyder
Snyders
George G
Zionists urged peace amid youth group push in Palestine
In Geneva on Aug 19 the World Zionist Congress faced a secret Jewish youth faction called Irgonn or the National Jewish Military Organization advocating armed action against Arabs. Posters, pamphlets, and a vow of “Death rather than live in servitude” circulated, while leaders like Chaim Weizmann and Salomon Goldman urged peaceful methods.
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Geneva
World Zionist Congress
Palestine
Congress
Irgonn
Grouths
Quotus
William Tell
Chaim Weizmann
Salomon Goldman
Cannons Stolen From GAR Hall Front in Litchfield
Police in Litchfield Minnesota hunt for burglars after two Civil War era cannons are stolen from the front of the GAR hall. The thieves also removed the cement blocks supporting the display, leaving the scene bare and under investigation.
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Litchfield
Minn
Gar, Hall
German East Prussia Echoes With Nazi Parade And Threats
Reports describe a demonstration by 1 500 SS Helmwehr units in Danzig showing modern arms as Albert Forster urged pride in weapons. Joachim Goetz said they seek to fight for German blood and homeland. Hungary's Csaky met Mussolini as sources say Hungary aligns with Germany, though denied by Budapest.
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German
East Prussia
Danzig
Reich
Ss-Helmwehr
Albert Forster
Joachim Goetz
First Army
Fuehrer
Hitler
Tannenberg
Hungary
Count Csaky
Rome
Mussolini
Germany
Foreign Office
Budapest
Guardsmen Foil Highway Holdup
A dozen guardsmen chased bandits who opened fire during a hillside holdup attempt. Lieutenant Henry Orttp shouted a warning, one bandit warned back, and a shot wounded a man found unconscious with a revolver nearby. The other bandit fled in a waiting automobile, according to state troopers.
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Henry Orttp
Firemen Complete Training Course in Maryland
COLLEGE PARK Md Aug 19 Candidates for appointment as Maryland deputy fire marshals completed a two day training course with written exams and discussions on fire prevention incendiary fighting and arson detection. A Bruce Bielaski of the National Board of Fire Underwriters told the group arson is a crime of middle age noting the average arsonist is over 50 while other violent criminals average under 25.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
College Park
Maryland
Bruce Bielaski
National Board of Fire Underwriters
Fire Extension Service
University of Maryland
Three Injured in Maryland Car Crash Near Frederick
Three people injured in a collision on National Highway west of Frederick. Elmer F L McKenzie, driver of a Boonsboro CCC truck, escaped serious injury as his vehicle turned left into a lane while Homer J Baer drove a car that began to pass and crashed. Baer's car rolled five to six times. Obla Nikirk and her husband, riding in Baer’s front seat, were hurt. McKenzie and Baer charged with reckless driving.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elmer FL Mckenzie
Boonsboro
Homer J. Baer
Middletown
Frederick
CCC
Baer
Obla Nikirk
Bill Hart Vindicated After Paternity Case Cleared
Los Angeles August 19 Two decades after a paternity accusation against actor Bill Hart was filed a judge labeled it belated vindication Hart then a major motion picture star won back a trust fund set up in 1919 for a so called son Richard Leigh The fund grew from 7062.45 to 13265.75 Hart testified Elizabeth McCaul ley of Boston had claimed paternity and that threats of prosecution loomed He said exposing the story would have ruined his career and harmed his audience loyalty McCaul ley now Winnetka ll later confessed she procured the boy from his real mother Mrs Lucy Webb now South Lincoln Mass
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Los Angeles
Bill Hart
Wart
Richard Leigh
Elizabeth McCaulley
Boston
Hart
City Market Prices From A Busy Trading Day
Listing of varied market items with price ranges for meat produce and staples. Includes chicken, ham cuts, lard eggs potatoes sweet potatoes beans peas tomatoes celery onions cabbage kale apples damsons crabbapples and huckleberries with unit measurements and pack quantities. Prices show wide spreads by item and quality.
Chicago Grain Market Report by Mackubin and Legg Co
Quotations from Mackubin Legg & Co at the Wareham Building Hagerstown Maryland list grain prices and market notes. The report provides current bid and ask figures, currency references, and delivery terms for traders following Chicago trading activity.
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Mackubin, Legg
Germany plans to infiltrate United States via bund says witness
A former bund member testified to a congressional inquiry that German propaganda officials outlined a plan to use German settlements and camps to gain influence in the United States. The witness quoted a Nazi official as saying conquest would begin with Danzig and the Polish Corridor, then reach the U S. She described leaving the band after disgust at the alleged immorality among members. Metcalfe testified that the German ministry worked through its embassy and consulates to reach not only German Americans but Americans of other nationalities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
United States
Axeman
Propaganda
Danzig
Schleswig-Holstein
John C. Metcalfe
German Ministry of Propaganda and Enlightenment
Sphre
Metcalfe
Bund
Chicago
Saum’s Jewelry Store Ad at 21 North Jonathan Street
A historical ad promotes Saum’s Jewelry Store offering diamonds watches and jewelry with greater values. It states a 50 cent weekly payment plan and hours from early afternoon to 230 pm, highlighting purchase options at the Jonathan Street location.
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Jonathan St
Tishalm
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Clever-Smith Men’s Bible Class
Christ Reformed Church
Earl H. Hoover
Fiicea
OO Fleigh Motor CO
Ato Oak Air Avenue
Thane
Tom Cross
H. L. Mills
W. Baltimore
Hagerstown Loan & Thrift Corp
Grice
Consumer’s Finance Service, Inc
Professional Arts
Rochelle Hudson
Hal Thompson
Hollywood
Ensenada
Mexico
Say Zone
Long Agreed Upon
Sues Stroud
Peaches Belle
Georgia
Elbertas
Smithsburg
Dancing Honey’s Tavern
Guy Fisher's
Brackett
Elberta
Hale
John W. Stullers
South
Row’s Park
Tex Terrell
California
Amer
Ars
Amer. Wat
Beth. Steel
O BR Rom
J. i. Case
Crown Ck. & Syou
DuPont
Motora
Goodyear
N. Y. Central
North Amer
Ace Penna
Ft. R
U. S. Steel
United Aircraft
Union Pacific
Westhouse Elec
Western Union
Oh West
Loews
Texas Corp
Warner Bros. As
Chicago Grain Market
Owen
U.S
Saum's
Timken
Greystone
Monterey
Blue Ridge Summit
Reichard’s
Belle of
Hiley Bell
Newman’s Packing House
Jerry Harp
Heatrola
Way-Side Furniture Mart
Gateway Inn
Weston Rve
Bertha M. Garver
L. Keller
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