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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Mar 03, 1961
Page
4
A Washington gala honors President John F Kennedy and Mrs Kennedy with applause from attendees. Lille Palmer, co star of The Counterfeit Traitor, wears a Rocher tweed suit featuring rounded shoulders, selvage edging, and brown jersey lining.
Mrs. Fred L. Bull chairs the Maryland Congress of Parents and Teachers warns that a bill in Annapolis would give the Governor power to appoint the State Superintendent of Schools and control six major departments including Education. She notes Delegate Egbert L. Quinn and allies push political control led by a Tawes ally.
Martha Johnson Dodge salutes safety leaders nationwide. Florida Highway Patrol auxiliary of 1300 legionnaires aids state troopers by night and day, including radio, first aid, and crash response. South Carolina Highway Patrol issued 160000 warnings for technical violations to foster motorists contact. Oklahoma troopers issue courtesy warning tickets for non arrest violations. Massachusetts registrar Clement A Riley cracks down on slow pokes in middle or left lanes. Political and economic freedom matter, but without freedom of thought and religion, people remain slaves.
A speaker denounces a proposed Quinn bill linking Frostburg State Teachers College to the University of Maryland. She urges the Governor to repudiate the action as dangerous and radical, warning that sudden reallocation of a state institution jeopardizes public schools and future teachers. The union cites widespread constituent anger.
The Peninsula Girl Scout Council will observe Girl Scout Week from Sunday March 12 through Sunday March 18. Local Scouts join 344 million girls and adults worldwide in marking the 49th anniversary of the U S A founding. The theme honors the past and serves the future with programs to explore heritage, prepare girls for homemaking citizenship and professional roles, and offer forums and guidance for Senior Scouts.
The past week’s police report lists several accidents and a homicide at the Green Light Inn in Ridgely Md. Michael Orsmusz 34 of New Castle Del. and Samuel Foy 18 of Denton were involved in an improper passing incident on State Rte 404 near Deep Shore Road with damage estimated at 150 dollars and no injuries. John Forman 40 of Ridgely faced grand larceny charges after a 1952 Chevrolet truck was stolen near Matthews town Feb. 19 and overturned. Forman fled but was captured two hours later and will also be charged with revoked license leaving scene and reckless driving. A murder occurred Feb 25 at 1 40 am at the Green Light Inn. Gilbert Hawkins 67 near Queen Anne died from a bullet wound to the heart, Ezell Coleman 51 of Denton was treated and released after a bullet wound to the left thigh, and David Robert Fountain 27 of Goldsboro has been charged with murder.
Veterans of World War I USA Barracks 101 in Denton Maryland will host an open house for all World War I veterans to mark the installation of new officers on Sunday March 5 at the facility.
The American Legion holds a 2 pm installation followed by a covered dish social. Congress member Tom Johnson will be the main speaker addressing Veterans Affairs. All World War I veterans are invited.
The family of Charles H Rickards thanks all who supported them after the loss of their loved one. The memory of acts of kindness will be treasured by Mrs Charles H Rickards and daughter Susan, Mrs Newman D Rickards, Mr and Mrs Douglas Bennington and daughter Patricia.
The first winners of hundreds of dollars in a new post position game were announced. The event drew participants from local pools and parimutual venues, highlighting early success and community interest in the rising betting format.
An advertisement urges readers to try the Post Position game in the Baltimore News-Post American. It promises profit and chances to win with simple entry and rules, inviting participation and cash incentives.
The family of Minnie L Cooper sincerely appreciates the kindness and sympathy extended to them in their bereavement. Mrs Irene E Towers niece, Mrs Augurette Soroko, Mrs Catherine Frieze, Mrs Pauline Nichol, Mrs Betty Eyre, Dawson, Leon and Jack Butler grandchildren.
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