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Newspaper
The Daily Mail
Location
Hagerstown, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jan 24, 1929
Page
5
Gil Robert, stage and screen star, and Reynolds, film star, wed in Paris in May 1927, disclosed today. Ellis explained the marriage had been kept secret because a motion picture contract forbade wedding bells for Miss Reynolds.
Reports from New York say Studebaker introduced the President Eight and Commander models to a highly enthusiastic reception at the National Automobile Show. The Commander Convertible Cabriolet and five passenger brougham drew praise for style and finish, including canary yellow Cabriolet with chrome details. Features for comfort handling and safety drew favorable comments.
Leo A. Rover a native of the capital city was appointed United States attorney for the District of Columbia by President Coolidge, succeeding Judge Peyton Gordon who becomes a justice of the district supreme court.
Shady Bower January 20 meeting of St Pauls Union C E Society featured readings, discussions, and songs led by Ethel Rhodes and Roy Myers. Special service planned for January 27 at 7 30 pm by Rev Whetstone with young speakers including Charles Cunningham and a closing hymn The Ninety and Nine. Attendees urged to attend and support C E week events. Mr Earl Small and Mrs Harsh noted as visitors.
The New York Automobile Show highlights demand for larger tires on heavier 1929 cars. General Tire Rubber Co promotes Dual-Balloon 8 tires with extra strength, wider tread, and added comfort, aimed at meeting new motor conditions. Maryland Motor Co representative Mr Phillips notes widespread adoption for improved safety and performance.
Mr. Frank Wolford is recovering from a severe cold after being out for a week with the grip.
James Wilson of Frog Hollow, serving ten years for the 1924 murder of Charles Otzelberger, had parole denied after a Parole Commissioner review. Wilson was found guilty of second degree murder by a jury and sentenced to ten years. the shooting occurred during a quarrel in an amusement park.
A man fired at a second person near Frog Hollow, but one of the shots hit and killed Otzelberger. He denied intent to kill Otzelberger, claiming the shots were aimed at another man.
The first woman ever arrested in Chares Town Virginia on liquor law violations was taken into custody. Prohibition agents found a small quantity of liquor at her home.
Arrangements were made whereby Mrs. Mari Viands will be permitted to pay the fine in installments after a court ordered a fine of 100 dollars and a suspended sentence of thirty days in jail.
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