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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Apr 16, 1956
Page
1
Five accidents in the city over the weekend caused minor injuries to two people and more than 1500 dollars in property damage. Incidents included a West Seventh street collision near Fort Detrick involving Robert McQuain and Donald Smith, and a Patrick Street Court Street crash injuring Essie Wilson.
Former President Herbert Hoover says he is too busy to take an active part in the coming presidential campaign. He spoke to reporters before traveling to New York and Atlantic City.
Thunderstorms swept from the Gulf states to North Carolina as tornadoes struck Alabama and Georgia. In Birmingham area 17 were killed and over 200 injured, with 400 homeless as 100+ homes were leveled. Huntsville was damaged but injuries were not reported. Severe rain and hail accompanied the fury, with 89 mph winds at Atlanta and widespread downpours across the region.
Washington reports civilian observers will watch a planned hydrogen bomb test next month in the Operation Redwing series at the Marshall Islands proving grounds. Fifteen newsmen and about 20 Federal Civil Defense officials will view from ships about 50 to 56 miles away to avoid blast heat and radiation while allowing wind drift safety and maneuvering.
Baltimore police report two weekend robberies netting more than 10000 dollars in cash and furs. Eddie's Supermarket in the Warmdale Shopping Center saw a safe burglary yielding 5000 to 8000 dollars. Mink furs worth 4500 dollars were taken from Jandel's fur shop show window.
Washington tax deadline looms as individuals rush to file 1955 income tax returns with the Internal Revenue Service. Mail by the truckload streams into IRS district offices as the due date is extended to April 16 because April 15 falls on a Sunday.
Robbers broke into Frederick airport administration on Saturday night, beating two vending machines nearly to pieces and causing about 322 dollars in damage. About 22 dollars in cash was taken from the cigarette machine. the candy machine remained largely untouched. Richard Green, airport operator, said nickels lay on the floor and the intruders appeared intent on smashing the machines. Entry was gained by breaking glass in the door. the office was also shattered. The only missing item was Green's electric razor. This marked a second break‑in of the administration building. Detective Bureau investigations proceeded as Green reported the incident Sunday morning. In a separate case, three colored juveniles were caught in the act stealing from the Optimist Boys Club cash box at East All Saints street parking lot. cases referred to juvenile authorities. The cash from parking lot slots supports Optimist Club activities. Another youth had earlier been sent to training school for robbing the same box.
Belgrade reports Premier Vailko Chervenkov of Bulgaria submitted his resignation to Parliament today. He has faced Communist party pressure for a strong one man rule. Parliament may name a successor tomorrow with Ante Jugov among possible choices.
A one car crash on US 15 near Han sonville at 6 15 am sent a family of three to Frederick Memorial Hospital by State Police ambulance. Mrs Ruth E Weaver 28 Pleasant Gap Pa suffered a fractured left leg and was admitted in satisfactory condition. Husband Richard G Weaver 37 driver had abrasions and was treated and released. Daughter Margaret Ann Weaver 2 had forehead lacerations and was released. Officer J E Cartee said the car veered off the road after the driver apparently fell asleep and struck a power pole. The 1947 Studebaker coupe was from Cumberland Md to Hagerstown Md.
At Parris Island South Carolina nine drill sergeants have faced general courts martial in the last 16 months amid a court of inquiry into a forced night march in which six recruits drowned. Six sergeants were convicted of striking recruits and one was found guilty of hitting a recruit 19 times. Maj. Gen. Joseph Burger expects the inquiry to conclude this week with results sent to Washington. Also reported a fatal auto accident near Red Lion Delaware where a 20 year old passenger died and four others were injured.
The Associated Press reports at least nine Maryland highway deaths over the weekend, lifting the yearly total to 135. Victims include Luther Nerry, 31, of Easton hit on Maryland 370 near Miles River Bridge. Eugene Joliz, 15, Benedict, bicyclist on Maryland 231 west of Patuxent River Bridge. Gladys Mae Shawn, 23, Queens Town, in a truck car collision near Centreville. Joseph Cephas, 45, Hurlock, car left Cabin Creek Road and struck a pole. and others in Baltimore and Talbot counties. Police identify drivers and bystanders, with no single cause established for all incidents.
District Forest Supervisor Herman oms said weekend showers removed the forest fire danger as trout fishing season opened. Rainfall totaled .16 inch at Gambrill State Park and .18 at the airport. western Maryland likely heavier. Potoomac River rose about three feet at Weverton. temperatures mild with a drop tonight. Winds 30 mph possible. outlook partly cloudy and cool.
Montgomery county plaintiff seeks $5,310 in a suit moved to Frederick County Circuit Court alleging he accepted a $5,000 offer to let the defendant live with him and abstain from alcohol for a year. The action also claims $448 advanced in 1943 and $310 balance, with trial date pending. A second case from Rockville seeks $10,000 for a boy’s eye injury after a BB gun incident blamed on negligent safeguarding of the weapon. Both cases were transferred to Frederick County for trial.
Police today asked motorists along West Seventh Street to show extra courtesy to children crossing after 4 15 pm as buses pick up in area not served by school routes. Officers will patrol busy intersections Biggs Wilson Lee to reduce risks from heavy traffic, since cars are not required to stop for bus unloading.
The post office lobby will stay open till midnight to aid taxpayers. Regular collection hours apply at exterior mail boxes and the lobby stamped mail only. Postmaster James A. Grove notes abnormal mail volumes in Annapolis and Baltimore in recent days.
Dr Wilbur Devilbiss was inaugurated as president before about 1000 people in Salisbury. Governor McKeldin praised him as a source of inspiration as the Frederick County native outlined a learning horizon. His long career spans Frederick and Wicomico Counties, University of Maryland, George Washington, and Maryland education leadership.
President Eisenhower vetoed the farm bill citing harm to agricultural regions and consumers. He outlined four actions to improve farm income and warned the measure would raise surpluses and government control. Democrats gain an issue for the campaign. some Republicans oppose the veto.
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