The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1942-05-21
EVANSVILLE
Reported Missing

message, the Grantsville youth was
performing his duty in the service of
his country in the Manila Bay area
when the station capitulated."
There was no report of his death
or injury, however, and it is presumed
he was among those captured when
the forces surrendered. 1t will proba-
/ bly, be several months, the message
stated, before definite information
can be expected
Young Edwards graduated from
Grantsville high school in June, 1910,
and enlisted in the Navy September
20, 1910. Following training in Nor
folk, Va, he was sent to the Philip
pines and thence to the Manila Bay
area, where he has since been sta
toned.
Since his enlistment he has re-
ceived several promotions and at
present holds the rank of storekeeper
third class.
Slime Child Injured
The four year-old daughter of Mr.
and Mrs. Fred Slime was treated at
the office of local physician for in
juries suffered when she fell off
ladder while playing at her home
near Jennings. Examination revealed
the child had fractured both forearms.
She was removed to her home after
! receiving treatment.
Pupils to Register
Frank J. Getty, principal of the high
school, announced that seventh grade
students from all of the schools in this
area, who plan to enter high school
in the fall, would register in Grants
vile Friday May %. They will also
be invited to take part in the track
meet to be held here and will see the
play. "Wings Over Washington,
which is to be presented by the Ora
matte Club on that date.
Violates Suspended Sentence
Violation of a suspended sentence
resulted in a fine of 500 and costs
for Harrison Wiland fifteen-year-old
son of Mr.. and Mrs. Ralph Willard,
near here, at hearing before Trial
Magistrate Charles S. Zeller last
Friday.
Several weeks ago the youth was
arrested and found guilty of obtain
ing drivers license by misrepresen-
tation of his age, but Magistrate Eel
Ter suspended the fine of $40.
The boy was arrested again by
State Trooper Graydon S. Dunlap,
who charged him with driving after
his license had been revoked. He
pleaded guilty and the 500 fine was
imposed, in addition to payment Of the
previous fine made necessary by the
violation. The boy was released in
custody of his father who paid the
fine and costs.
Hit Telegraph Pole
Telegraph service in this section
was interrupted for time Friday
night when a car crashed against
telegraph pole a few miles west of
here knocking it out Of line and tear
ing the wires. The accident occurred
about o'clock when the machine
failed to negotiate a curve and skidded
on the highway made slippery by rain.
John G. Hurley and William f.
Brand, occupants of the car, were
enroutc to Washington from Chanute
Field, H., to spend short leave at
the formers home. Both were brought
to the office of local physician, who
administered first aid and sent them
to Miners hospital, Frostburg.
Hurley, who was the more seriously
hurt, suffered possible concussion,
as we'll as shock, and painful cuts and
bruises. Brand suffered from shock
and was badly bruised. Neithcr's in
iuries were thought to be serious,
hospital attaches said. The car was
practically demolished, damage being
estimated at more than $3.50
State police investigated
Will Sponsor Program
Plans are being formulated for the
annual Memorial day service which
will be held Saturday, May 80 at 2
p. m. at cemetery here. The service is
being sponsored by the fircmcn.
There will be a parade, as usual,
which will form at the school and
proceed to the cemetery. headed by
the Accident Band. The Memorial
service will be conducted by the Rev
Virgil R. Gillum, pastor of the Meth
odiSt church.
AS has been their custom for many
years, the fircmcn will place a wreath
on the CARVE of one of their departed
members.
Briefs
The Grantsvillc Community club
met Wednesday afternoon at the
home of Mrs. C. Lee Bcachy. Miss
Mariana Lee Long, home dcmonstra-
ton agent, addressed the group.
Frank Getty, principal of the local
school, spoke at the regular meeting
of the Grantsvillc Rotary club on
Tuesday evening.
Personal
Weekend guests at the home of
Mrs. Thomas Younkiu were Mr.. and