Hagerstown Leads Maryland Cities in Population Gain
Maryland census data show Hagerstown up to 49,087 residents in 1930, the largest gain since 1920. Cumberland and Baltimore also rise, with Cleveland, New York, Philadelphia, Detroit, and Los Angeles noted as comparatives. Longview, Washington, founded 1928, is mentioned in context.
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Hagerstown
Htmore
Cumberland
Fea Fire Bureau
Baltimore
Ena
Buva
Byt Tagl
Igwes
Featus Ru
Attiag
Uw Resout
Marthishiuy
Claveland
New York
Iuca
Philaterpula
Detroit
Los Angeles
Longview
Washington
Incoroneatad
California murders a habit now in Salinas
Authorities seek details on A. W. Grotefield whose body was found near Motts Landing after a skull fracture. The Chicago-based Ton NM Train and Co. merchant vanished from Watsonville on November 20, with $600 reportedly in his possession. case details remain unclear.
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Salinas
Cal
Doo
Califramia
A. W. Grotefield
Diesat Mots Landing
Largie
Ee Gratahalt
Ton Nm, Train and Co
Chicago
Watsonville
Former Local Man Run Down by Automobile
Newspaper report details the death of Joseph B. Higge of Henkeville, a former Hagerstown resident. His wife Magele Martin is charged with manslaughter after an automobile collision in which Higgs died. The incident occurred near Leaksellig, with Higgs’ brother identifying the vehicle and leading to arrests. Nora Cave, a Washington County resident, is mentioned as another casualty in the same accident. Surviving family includes Miss May Higgs of Hagerstown and sister Mrs. Berthe Elford.
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Worl Wag
Joseph B. Higge
Henkeville
Neat. Luray
Vic
Hagerstown
Magele Martin
Magerstawne
Hinus
Leaksellig
Harold NoComer
Shevardoah
Higgs
Paty
Wilkoul
Bhefield
Washington County
Misa
Nora Cave
Aniraw
Cavetown
Hisga
Ara
Weenan
Corl
Impersonated Flappers Arrested in New Year Parade
Philadelphia police arrested young men for impersonating scantily clad flappers during a New Year parade. The mummers parody drew attention as officers noted attempts to stage a prank on a cold day.
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Philadelphia
Makera
Victim of Sack Murder Declares Fear Before Death
A garbled report from Los Angeles recounts the high profile case of Amelia Appleby, wealthy widow, allegedly slain by Charles Fr. Ment Min, with Deputy Mind canted and real estate figures connected. Authorities indicate the suspect, a former business manager, faced charges and linked motives of money, while McNally received instructions related to the widow’s demise.
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Los Angeles
Jon Oy
Ag Prtheteson
Taczm
Amelia Appleby
Anevista
Gharlus Fr. Ment Min
George PL Mennt Iy
Winington, Gat
Ajaln Ayorntad
McNally
Gage
Wiliam Wright
Estete Mun
Worlthy
Aid
Nancy
Appleby
Teall
Wihimeton
Cal
Tor District
Two Weather Records Mark 1927 Coldest August in County
Washington County reports 1927 brought new weather records. August was the coldest in twenty years and February saw the heaviest snowfall of 7 inches. October was the wettest month, rainfall at 2.42 inches, while yearly total averaged 64.8 degrees. No extreme heat days occurred.
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Washington County
J. A. Miller
Keedysville
Hin Record Bank
Nahos
Adianat
Laing
Sgeona
Wan
Miler
Investigating Fatal MISHAP In Mercersburg Child
An investigation into the fatal accident near Mercersburg involves Nancy Drndendolph seven years old, struck by a car driven by Robert Angle and Paul Fisher. District Attorney C J Clippedger in Franklin County reports the child died at Washington County Hospital after the collision. no action was taken due to the accident occurring in Franklin County.
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Nancy Drndendolph
Astedt 7
Mercersburg
Robert Angle
Paul Fisher
Christmas
C. J. Clippedger
Pratklin County
Ington County
Alo
Belog
Franklin County
Capture More Reds in Canton
In Canton on January 4, authorities in a sweep captured 14 communists, with reports of revolvers and explosives seized. Seventeen river garrison troops have reportedly declared for stability, while four larger garrisons remained independent.
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Canton
Clin
Jan
Sayries
5 Injured in B&O Wreck Near Marietta West Virginia
Five men were injured when Baltimore and Ohio train No. 18 derailed after a broken rail near Reven Rock west of Mariatta, blamed on extreme cold. Two were seriously hurt, including Kalfer of Ashland Kentucky and Daniel Welsh of Rovenawood, Indiana, with other three slightly injured as passengers and crew toppled from seats.
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Daniel Welsh
Rovenawood
Tutt
Adny
Ehle
Weagley Takes Office as Register of Wills
Shartos A. Weagley is sworn in to succeed John Hallyday as Register of Wills. He was appointed after Hallyday resigned and begins his duties this morning, following his recent appointment by the government to fill the vacancy. The move coincides with ongoing duties at the Ninodemus National Bank where Hallyday previously served as president.
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Shartos A. Weagley
John DO
Hallyday
Mr. Weagley
Gry
Mgr. Hallyday
Ylin
Todas Nasil
Mrs Coolidge Birthday Noted in Local Bulletin
A garbled local item notes Mrs Coolidge birthday observations and mentions Warmington and Wy Tiv tintay with references to White House attendance and civic dates. The fragmentary text references holidays and a pinned ribbon ceremony but lacks clear dates or full names.
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Warmington
Mercury Drops To Six Degrees In Winter Freeze
Today was bitterly cold with Ure recording the season's lowest at six degrees at the station run by J A Miller in Keedyville. The Potomac River and Conon choke Creek froze while smaller streams remained unfrozen. The day matched the season’s low for the mercury but remained far from the 1912 and 1927 records.
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J. A. Miller
Keedyaville
Potomac River
Cononchengue Creek
Littlentieta
My. Miller
Wrist Worries: Coolidge Wrist Troubles Reported
Washington report notes Coolidge bending his wrist amid conflicting reports of trouble. A man named Robert Palth paid $30 plus costs for assaulting his nephew Izia Raith, who faced a separate discharge on an orderly charge. Court actions and local arrests followed as parties attempted settlement.
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Robert Palth
Uaticuck
Suslisa Huber
Hancock Tagt
Izia Raith
Remus Denied New Hearing By Court
Remus Ingaty was denied a hearing as Judge Lund Voor held the examination and orders him committed to a hospital. The bail hearing and related motions were denied, with Judge Charter presiding. Newcomer of Williamsport resigned as Sunday carrier. Chester Sommbaugh reassigned duties in the county service.
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Charter
Twins Found Dead in Crib at Foundry Street Home
Authorities report Ferdnand and Correlia Beil, 83 Foundry Street, found dead in their crib at 7 30 this morning. Dr W D Campbell noted apparent smothering and samples from the milk supply will be tested. Justice Daly ordered analysis to determine if any poison was involved.
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Ferdnand
Correlia
Mouthold
Mra
Tony Beil Ui
Foundry Street
Britt
Dirs
Inok
W. D. Campbell
Justice Daly
Willie
F. Pecty Prather
Mia Brittie
Jana Ay
Water Pipes Laying Under Way Near Neuvnn Pototing River
Work started last week by J. Ms. Mog, a Pittsburgh contractor, laying water pipes from the Neuvnn Pototing river water plant. The project moves rapidly with a trench digger and hydraulic attachments. Pipes were laid in twelve minutes on one day. Expect slow progress past Conacocheague creek with blasting rock ahead. Mr Magianghini aims to continue through winter unless severe weather halts work. Local laborors employed, with more to follow as work advances.
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Neuvnn
J. Ms. Mog
Algbla
Pittsburgh
Magianghini
Robbery at Muin's Grocery Sparks Hunger Motive
A rough notice describes a theft at Muin's Cash Grocery on East Franke Avenue. The robber, hungry, allegedly entered through a winter entrance and stole food. Law enforcement seized liquor and brewing equipment in a broader raid affecting Washington county, with about 4911 persons impacted.
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Muin
Franke Aq Street
Firemen Busy Over Weekend
Firemen battled chimney and structure fires in West Washington street and the 200 block of South Patamar, causing damage at both sites. Saturday night helpers fought the blaze at Chytlex Price home at Buena Vista and Langle avenues. Sunday morning a fire in the Western Maryland office building on Second River of the city.
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West
Washington
No Relief From Cold Across Regions
Washington reports none expected for the near term as a cold wave grips eastern central and southern areas. Temperatures in the far south may dip to 20s, while interior regions stay around 24 to 26 with freezing in the far south.
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Washington
Northwest
Wegyyer
Ohio Valley
East Gulf States
Florida
Hickman to Enter Plea in Parker Murder Case
In Los Angeles on January 3, the court set Willing Award Hickman to enter his plea for the kidnapping and slaying of Mountain Parker. The case awaited October defense and the outcome remains undetermined as the proceedings proceed. President and Mrs. Moulidge attended a reception with many guests present.
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Los Angeles
Hickman
Mayor Bowman Ill With Severe Stomach Ailment
Mayor Bowman is seriously ill at his home on East North Street. He fell ill before Christmas with stomach pains and a high fever. Dr. B A Wareham said the condition is slightly improved but risk of pneumonia remains, with care to prevent complications.
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Trevor Charlea
B. Bowman
Homero
East North Street
B.A. Wareham
Bowman
Bog Attack Leaves Farmer Injured by Treacherous Dog
Herbert Athey a dairy farmer from Keedysville was severely injured when a dog attacked him near his home. The canine, described as treacherous, lunged at Athey as he passed by, biting him on the face and head. Medical stitches were required to close the wounds.
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Herbert Athey
Hene Keedysville
St Athey
Tun
Alos
Wis
Collector 1S Met With Kick at City Court
Merrill Forest testified for Peoples Clothing Company that King greeted him with a kick when he called at Laprals street to collect a bill. Court records show the incident occurred before morning hours as a judge heard the case.
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Rtumlkh
Ceovre Kins
Linvala
Sistive JU
Liberih City Court
Merrill Forest
Peoples Clothing Company
King
Laprals
Kis
U S Plans An Attack On Rebels In Nicaragua
Washington reported that two battalions of marines under a marine general were ordered to Nicaragua to drive bandit Sandino in Nueva Segovia. The move followed talks at the White House with Secretary Wilbur and President Coolidge as reinforcements and hospital supplies were dispatched. casualty details indicated one marine killed and several wounded among a 200-man relief column.
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Washington
Nicaragua
Sandino
Nueva Segovia
Wilbur
Coolidge
Manazia
Qulintl
Geh Sanding
Biessaga
Navy Department
Marina
Coluin
Senator Wheeler calls for Nicaragua policy probe
Senator Wheeler Montana announced plans to reintroduce a resolution for a formal investigation of U S policy toward Nicaragua and the Latin American republic. He argued the initial intervention was wrong and urged upholding constitutional obligations while protecting American territory and marines.
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Haragua
Wheeler
Temecrat
Montana
Congress
Nicaragua
Seastor Wheeler
Nicarg
Unclear source text on human chess in Paraguay
Fragmentary report from Asuncion dated January 3 describes a novel playing style using symbolic signals and costumes. The readable portions mention large humanoid figures, ceremonial moves, and courts, but details are inconsistent and many words are garbled.
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Ascincion
Paraguay
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