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News article from The Republican, 1936-03-19

FLOODS CAUSE MILLIONS OF DOLLARS DAMAGE; MANY DEAD

Cumberland, Hancock and Other Maryland Towns Are Inundated Causing Much Suffering and Property Damage; Bridges Are Washed Away

Troops Guard Cumberland; Food Shortage Is Feared

A sudden spring thaw, accompanied by rains and storms spread destructive flood waters over vast areas of the East on Tuesday and yesterday.