Distribution of anti-Jewish ballots, allegedly the product of the German Non-Partisan Citizens’ Union of Maryland, marked Election Day here. At the bottom of the ballot the following legend appeared: “Note: Not part of said ballot All names of candidates of Jewish persuasion have been omitted from the recommendations of this ballot.”
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