Thank you for visiting SNEWPapers!
Sign up free
Story
August 17, 1949
The Nome Nugget
Nome, Nome County, Alaska
What is this article about?
In Baltimore, Judge Joseph Sherbow struck down Maryland's Ober law, which penalized belonging to subversive organizations or engaging in subversive activities, ruling that states cannot legislate citizens' thoughts. The law was adopted last winter and effective June 1.
Clipping
OCR Quality
98%
Excellent
Full Text
Judge Slaps Down Subversive Law
BALTIMORE, (AP)—A judge today struck down Maryland's strict new law against subversive actions. Judge Joseph Sherbow said a state may not legislate on the thoughts of its citizens. Maryland's so-called Ober law, was framed by a commission headed by Frank B. Ober, Baltimore attorney. It was adopted by the general assembly last winter and became effective June 1. It provided prison sentences up to five years and fines up to five thousand dollars just for belonging to an organization deemed subversive. Penalties up to $20,000 and 20 years in prison are set for those engaged actively in subversive activities.
BALTIMORE, (AP)—A judge today struck down Maryland's strict new law against subversive actions. Judge Joseph Sherbow said a state may not legislate on the thoughts of its citizens. Maryland's so-called Ober law, was framed by a commission headed by Frank B. Ober, Baltimore attorney. It was adopted by the general assembly last winter and became effective June 1. It provided prison sentences up to five years and fines up to five thousand dollars just for belonging to an organization deemed subversive. Penalties up to $20,000 and 20 years in prison are set for those engaged actively in subversive activities.
What sub-type of article is it?
Historical Event
Crime Story
What themes does it cover?
Justice
Crime Punishment
What keywords are associated?
Subversive Law
Judge Ruling
Maryland Ober Law
Freedom Of Thought
Penalties For Subversion
What entities or persons were involved?
Joseph Sherbow
Frank B. Ober
Where did it happen?
Baltimore, Maryland
Story Details
Key Persons
Joseph Sherbow
Frank B. Ober
Location
Baltimore, Maryland
Event Date
Last Winter; Effective June 1
Story Details
Judge Sherbow invalidated Maryland's Ober law, which imposed harsh penalties for subversive affiliations and activities, on grounds that it infringed on freedom of thought.