Jury to Review Fireworks Petition Irregularities
Baltimore State's Attorney J Bernard Wells says a grand jury will hear about irregularities found in signatures for a 1942 fireworks referendum petition. He notes over 600 people were interviewed and sampling covered petition circulators. The case follows regulator actions and court rulings on fireworks rules.
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Hopes Mix-Up Is Not A Bad Omen
Jacksonville editor Ed Hopkins notes a Selective Service mix-up where he was told to report for duty at a downtown restaurant instead of the assignment. The restaurant serves as the assembly point for selectees bound for Camp Blansing, amid warnings about dangerous fireworks and burns.
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Four Accused Of Liquor Violation In Frederick
Four Frederick residents face federal charges for possessing unextended alcoholic beverages. Agents Cushwa and Walker arrest James Walter Powell and Bir. Conara with Mrs Powell and Mrs Conara. The four appeared before U S Commissioner D Angie Woldinger this morning. Raids by federal and sheriff officers targeted two homes in Frederick. Albert Lease, Allegany County, previously arrested for illegal whiskey production, was sentenced to two years in federal penitentiary in Baltimore.
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David Walker
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Federal
Juige Coleman
Baltimore
Defenders of Tobruk Strengthen Position
British reports claim new gains against Axis forces in Tobruk area with stronger western desert offensive, plus progress in East Africa as Fascist forces show signs of disintegration. Mopping-up operations near Jimma sector advance while Hale’s troops desert south of Suday. In Maryland, John Ignatius Tartaglia convicted of assault with intent to rape, fined, and sentenced to 20 years.
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Defense Plan Outlined At Kiwanis Luncheon
George W. Creighton outlined U S defense production aims at a Kiwanis luncheon, noting 4 billion dollars in funds to yield materials and armament by 1949 end. He described 37 billion in congressional appropriations and billions more from Britain, with monthly spending rising toward 2.5 billion. He urged subcontracting to speed work, cited contracts to date, and emphasized mobilizing U S industry across the nation.
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Pratt Institute honors first woman engineer graduate
Among this year’s Pratt Institute graduates in business schools is Miss Isabette Saurez the first woman to receive an engineering degree from the institution since 1898 this historic milestone marks a breakthrough for female engineers at Pratt.
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Prompt Loading and Unloading Urged by Railroads
The Association of American Railroads urged local manufacturers wholesalers and shippers to load and unload freight cars promptly and to use full car capacity. The report notes needing 120000 more cars for 1942 and 180000 for 1943, with materials prioritized for car building and industry-wide transport demands rising. It cites 909 cars needed for steel industry materials and describes six day loading plans to speed production and turnover.
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United States
Winter supply boost for summer production urged
A statement argues that increasing manufacturing in the summer would secure winter provisions for consumers and aid railroads by ensuring steady supply during peak demand. a policy shift is proposed as a safety measure for individuals and the nation’s rail network.
Smoke Nuisance Debate At City Council Meeting
City Council and Mayor Richard H. Sweeney discussed local smoke complaints raised by residents. Western Maryland Railway official M. Roth outlined efforts to cut smoke, noting about 100 engines daily enter and exit Hagerstown. Council plans to involve other railroads and factories while inspecting Reservoir Park progress.
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Plan cuts in WPA forces in Maryland
Maryland WPA rolls face a 3,000 job reduction by July 1 as Congress debates a smaller appropriation. About 8,000 workers across 83 projects will drop to 5,000, with many projects closed or suspended. Defense and location criteria guide continuations, with Savage River Dam among the notable projects kept active. Maryland WPA administrator Harry D. Willard Jr. emphasizes orderly shutdowns and private employment alternatives.
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Garrett County
Defense Bond and Stamps Guide to Support America
A reading explains why to buy Defense Bonds and how to participate if funds are limited. Citizens are advised to purchase Defense Postal Stamps, available at post offices, banks, stores, or druggists, starting at 10 cents, and save to exchange for a Bond. Information can be obtained from the Treasurer of the United States in Washington, D C.
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Defense
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Washington, D. C
Fresh Milk Daily Given to Soldiers Report
New York June 27. The Milk Industry Foundation reports for the first time since the Revolution that U S soldiers in cantonments and on daily diets consume more than 350000 quarts of fresh milk daily along with 20 tons of butter and over 10 tons of cheese. The supply shows oz milk 2 oz butter 1 oz evaporated milk and 14 4 oz cheese per man. This demand means over 1000000 quarts of milk are needed daily for pasteurizing distribution or processing into dairy products for the Army.
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New York
U. S
Milk Industry Foundation
Drowning Tragedy Claims Three Boys in Baltimore Harbor
Three boys aged 3 and 9 drowned in Baltimore Harbor at Spring Gardens on Thursday. Gerald Lathe of Mount Wigan’s attempted to rescue another swimmer and both perished. Calvin Simms, 9, of Baltimore, drowned when a homemade boat foundered as playmates say he stepped into a deep hole while heading to shore.
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WPA Maryland Faces Record Low Employment Quota
The WPA in Maryland drops to its lowest employment quota since 1938. The prior low was 9,800 in November 1937 marking a nadir before this year’s decline.
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Inquire Into Cause Of Sub Loss
Boston June 26 An inquiry into the submarine C-9 disaster probably will begin in New London Connecticut tomorrow The First Naval District command announced today An open court of inquiry convened formally in Portsmouth New Hampshire yesterday to organize but adjourned almost immediately without testimony The ship sank last Friday during a test dive taking 33 men to their deaths.
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