Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1940-04-18


tory and political science.
He completed his studies GEORGE L. KADCLFFE
at the age of o. receiving
the degree of Doctor of Philosophy.
Radchffe's professional career began as attorney Of
Baltimore. His advancement was rapid and it was not
long before he became president of the organization
This company later became affiliated with the Fidelity
and Deposit Company of Maryland in which Senator Rad
cife enjoys the offices of vicepresident member
the executive committee and director.
He is a member of more than a score of clubs and
organizations in Maryland.
Aids Crippled Children
Senator Radcliffe has been chairman of the Presidents
birthday ball committee in the state of Maryland since
The recent birthday ball was featured in Baltimore
City when the Senator obtained the popular movie idol
Mickey Rooney, as his special attraction.
Some 10000 people responded and danced that the
less fortunate might eventually walk.
The Senator is also president of the Maryland His
torica Society and president of the Eastern Shore Society
of Baltimore City.
Senator Radcliffe enjoys the unique distinction Of
being the chairman of three successful Democratic
paigns in Maryland two campaign chairman for Pres
ident Roosevelt and chairman of Senator Willard
E. Tydings campaign for denomination.
War Service Record
An interesting highlight in Senator Radcffe's life
one which has been little known, personnel direc
of the American Red Cross during the World War He
devoted great amount of time to the and trav
eed extensively The fact that he did this work has been
told to the people of Maryland but the fact thas not been
stressed that all of his work with the American Red
Cross was done at his expense.
He received no compensation from any This
also true when he worked for several years obtain
ing vitality important records of Maryland veterans the
World War; It is interesting note that this study of
veterans records was started by Senator Radcliffe prior
to the Armistce Radclifes foresight was based upon
the failure to obtain adequate Maryland service
men during the Civil War.
Because of his foresight in getting Maryhnd's war
records started early and more accurately he anticipated
the nations needs along the lines of taking of all
who served in this countrys participation in the
Senator Radchfe's efforts primarily directed to
bring benefits to those in need of help either through
sickness, wounds or other causes
Today, thanks to Senator Radclfes foresight, Mary
lands record on Veterans in the World War are consd
cred the most accurate and thorough in the entire
try
Roosevelt Recognized RadcHfe's Services
When President Roosevelt took office he was well
acquainted with Senator Radces record of performance
one giving public service continually even to the point
OF personal COST
So it was that he asked George Radcliffe to act as
Regona Director of Public Works Administration for the
otate OF Maryland as well as seven other states.
Senator Radcliffe Immediately moved his headquar
tiers from Richmond, Va to Baltimore and so effective
was his organization he received Presidential acclaim
President Roosevelt prevailed upon him go through
out the entire nation, creating PWA organizations on the
basis OF his demonstrated ability in Maryland and the
The BEGINNING of Of pnbc Ne W was ec0F
foundation of which made by Senator Radcliffe in
vowed the spending of hundreds of millions of dollars.
large part OF these hundreds of millions of dollars
was gwen people of the Free Stateaking employment
aVaelaOle IoT veterans and other needy citizens
In the United States Senate to obtain needed work relief
support for everyone.
Against More Taxes
His main aim at all times has been to devise prac
ca means to obtain money for providing work without
II possible, resorting to taxation Along this line Of
obtaining employment the Senator'S record is particularly
commendable. ~ ~ F
On his record of public service it is only natural that
ne should receive acclaim He was asked to become
cand1date Tor the United States Senate
his past performance in behalf of the nation gener-
any, and Maryland in particular must have been recog-
nzed when ne enjoyed the majority of $1,000 votes in
ms rSt eHort TO seek seat in the United States Senate
. Today, ne comes to the people of Maryland asking
'neM M 70 r eIll him on his record
ne Is 1uly supported by two particularly WE'LL known
pu9nc city Mayor Howard Jackson
Mllard e. Tydings $1,000 ~