Roosevelt Eyes Broad Postmaster Patronage Shake Up
President Roosevelt asked Congress to place all postmasters under civil service and signed an executive order changing age limits and residence requirements for new appointments. A prepared list of posts from postmasters to revenue collectors and U S attorneys was reviewed by Postmaster General Ferley. The move signals a push to fill patronage roles in the coming days amid an economy drive that relocates Federal staff from displaced workers.
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Civil service reform reshapes postmaster orders and exams
President Roosevelt and Postmaster General Farley push to place first through third class postmasters under civil service rules with open exams. The plan raises age limit to 66, lowers residence requirement, and shifts recruitment to written tests. Acting postmasters must take exams. Civil Service Commission gains authority to screen and certify nominees.
Public Barred From Lake Roger at Camp Ritchie
Lake Roger bathing area near Camp Ritchie is closed to the public after several alleged late parties kept soldiers awake. Captain Robert F. Barrick, camp superintendent, ordered water use restricted. General headquarters directs a fence around the near shore to Camp Louise pier, permanently excluding civilians.
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Amendment Will Be Proposed Here At Ocean City Convention
Ocean City will host the American Legion of Maryland convention biannually if a proposed bylaw amendment from the Frederick post is approved at the State convention August 23 to 26. The Frederick post says the resort offers more to visiting members than any other Maryland city.
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Conventions Held There Draw Large Attendance
The article notes that conventions held there were always the most largely attended and mentions an amendment that requires a two thirds majority for approval.
New York Electric Institute Reports Output Decline
The New York Electric Institute reported today a lower power output compared with last year amid ongoing industry adjustments. The briefing highlighted reduced generation levels and shifts in daily production across major plants.
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