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Newspaper
The Daily Mail
Location
Hagerstown, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Mar 29, 1933
Page
4
County commissioners debated issuing scrip to meet county expenses until June taxes arrive. Merchants supported the plan to save interest and back by county credit, with redemption after July 1. If adopted, $150,000 to $200,000 could be issued to pay salaries and all county expenses until cash flow returns.
The Christian Endeavor Society of St James Brethren Church held a mock trial at a Monday meeting. The Hagerstown Peace Club presented the case accusing the Arms Industry of manslaughter in the first degree. The society’s members formed the jury and found the defendant guilty. Participants included Judge H Hilton Long State attorney Louise Porter defense attorney Harold Snively defendant witnesses James Mc Adams General McArthur Fred Butler Dr Shearer John Laughlin Rep of China Marin Yenkle Japan empire Margie Hill defense witnesses Hudson Maxim Margaret Hart Mr DuPont Sarah Jane Wertz and court clerk Lenora Lantz. The program was led by Ming Margaret Lowry of the C FE pottery.
Western Maryland Railway reports February fixed charges balance of 6966 with a net income of 55603 after charges. Industrial slowdown cut operating revenues from 1205877 to 868371 while expenses stayed tight, producing an improved operating ratio of 61.21 percent versus 64.20 a year earlier. Net income after fixed charges for the first two months stood at 2221 vs 106855 in 1932, with gross operating revenue at 1815050.92 and 2257863.
Marriage licenses issued for George G Adams and Mildred G Terault in Stevene City Virginia. Garret E Shank and Marga Fat L Hastings in Big Pool. Clifford A Beane and Elsie Goebbe in Cumberland. Lenten services planned at Trinity Chapel Liberty Street tomorrow at 7 30 pm with Edward L Burger superintendent. Sister Catherine of Trinity Lutheran Church to speak.
Washington reports the U S conscience fund has surpassed $600,000 since 1811, collected anonymously with occasional explanations. Recent additions include a $1,000 gold certificate and a $5 gold piece. The fund began with $250 and stood at $602,289 at end of 1932.
Wisconsin restaurant owners petitioned lawmakers to ban free food with beer stating that no meals besides soda crackers cheese crackers and potato chips may be offered. The Kenesaw group seeks a bill to prohibit liverwurst cheese pickled herring rye bread and other food with beer.
Three days after his wife Lucy Foltz died, Lewis H. Foltz of Beaver Creek passed away at 4:30 AM after a weeklong illness of paralysis aged 73. Survived by children, siblings, and 12 grandchildren, his funeral is set for 2 PM Saturday at Beaver Creek Christian Church with Rev. Charles H. Funk. interment Beaver Creek cemetery. Also noted: Marvin Miller Secrest of near Welsh Run died yesterday at 53. survived by wife Virginia and several children and siblings. funeral Friday at Welsh Run Church of the Brethren with house meeting at 2 PM. Robert Spicer died in Bellevue aged 72. funeral tomorrow at 10 AM. interment Bellevue graveyard. Verdict of death by own action in Colonial Beach VA for Joseph L. Thompson, 40, of Washington. found hanging in summer home garage after recent nervous illness. wife present. Card of thanks from Hin Niece Gladys Rohrer for support during uncle Benjamin F. Stride’s illness and death.
In loving remembrance of my husband C. R. Eversole who died six years ago and my son Iivin Eversole who died two years ago today Adv. Mrs. A. Eversole.
In Annapolis the House passed an amendment raising Baltimore City’s share of gasoline tax revenues from 20 to 30 percent, signaling a hostile Senate response. The vote was 74 to 32 in favor, with further debate looming as the measure returns to the Senate for concurrence. House and governor pressures shape the budget fight.
The Hagerstown Kiwanis Club marks its twelfth birthday with a lunch at Hotel Alexander tomorrow at 12 15 pm. Invitations promise a good meal a twelve candle cake charter member recognition and a lively program with Lieut. Governor Park WV Loy as toastmaster. Guests may bring companions.
Thrills galore surround the Hagerstown or Washington County marble champion as they head to the National Marble Tournament finals in Ocean City New Jersey this June. The event will be broadcast with play by play by National Broadcasting. Entries are open at the Herald Mail office with age rules for boys and girls fourteen and under not yet ten by July 1 1933.
The piece notes President Roosevelt is invited to Woodmont to stay and fish. The club stocked a large trout lake with rainbow and brook trout and offers privacy. Access is by car or tram, near the Potomac and the B&O line, with historic visits by Cleveland Arthur Harrison and Garfield.
Richard C. Medford director of the Washington County Museum of Fine Arts lectured before Shepherd College Student Assembly in Shepherdstown on The Discovery of Reality an historical sketch of Italian painting in the 15th and early 16th centuries. Four hundred students attended under Miss Annie Ireland art instructor at Shepherd College.
Gallipolis March 28 three young holdin men robbed First National Bank taking between 18,900 and 20,090 dollars. The bandits fled in an automobile after holding four staff and five patrons at gunpoint. Cashier Clyde Ingels reported only 2,900 dollars left unsecured. Searches failed to locate the robbers.
Governor Ritchie outlined a beer regulation debate detailing county and city measures. St Marys Prince Georges Baltimore Harford and Baltimore City seek their own rules with a 160 dollar license compromise while others push 250 or as low as 40. A three man Baltimore City board would oversee licensing with 2000 salaries, and an amendment to allow county exemptions from a state bill was discussed.
Zeigler Illinois March 28 deputies took over law enforcement as Franklin county Sheriff Browning Robinson said authorities could not cope with coal mine unrest. Mayor C N Smith traveled to Springfield to seek Governor Horner aid as deputies claimed control of city hall and patrolled streets with machine guns amid a looming crisis.
Philadelphia report says George D. Mellon used his trusted double barrel shotgun to confront a would be intruder at his home rear and captured Fred Simon. in Birmingham, Mary Brock aged 106 labeled by the National Federation of Women's Clubs as the oldest clubwoman in the United States died yesterday.
The president plans a national blue sky law requiring clear disclosures on securities bonuses and commissions and on corporate assets and earnings. A draft was reviewed by Secretary Roper. A three point railroad reform plan seeks federal coordination to reorganize capital structures, repeal the earnings cap, and regulate holding companies.
A brief mention describes Governors Island in New York Bay separated from Long Inland by a deep water arm named Buttermilk Channel, indicating navigational or geographic detail relevant to trade and shipping discussions.
Washington March 28 The government allows partial reopening of closed banks where conservators deem safe. Secretary Woodin issued a regulation under Roosevelt's bank holiday to enable limited returns of deposits via national or state authorities. The Senate banking committee seeks legal guidance on penal laws affecting banks and officials.
Washington March 28 The Senate agriculture committee began rewriting the Roosevelt farm relief bill after a week of hearings with extensive criticism and praise. The finished form remains undecided, likely by Friday or Saturday, as members pore over data. Indications point to a cotton option pool idea to reduce surplus and curb production, perhaps combined with a domestic allotment and price support plan.
Ernest Langner provides astrology readings and horoscopes every Tuesday noon to 10 pm and Wednesday noon to 8 pm. Thursday noon to 1 pm and Friday noon to 8 pm. No readings on weekends or Mondays. Readings cost 1.00 dollars at 31 B. Salisbury Williamsport with streetcars stopping at Artisan St. and a one block walk to Salisbury.
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