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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Apr 19, 1950
Page
11
Dr Bernard J. O'Brien of Detroit urges nationwide BCG vaccination against tuberculosis, calling for urgent action as critics question the vaccine’s effectiveness. The debate includes Dr Robert J. Anderson and Dr Harry J. Corpsearch, with opinions on EC G methods and mass vaccination merits in the United States.
Fragmented notes discuss extending welfare and social security, claiming higher annual benefits could boost employment and shift finances. Mentions reception, President, and policy shifts affecting workers and dependents.
An OCR fragment discusses aims in agriculture, promising strides in vegetable methods and varieties. It mentions weather, pests, and new farmers with uncertain details, reflecting a tense early progress report without clear outcomes or specific names.
A letter from A. Harrington Jr argues for reduced traffic costs and new measures to ease congestion. The writer urges a public job approach and calls for changes to traffic control, noting the impact on the South city and urging fiscal restraint.
Beard led off for the Pirates and batted in the tenth, with Keller driving in a run as Detroit Tigers won in extras. The report notes early lineup positions and key at bats in the opening game.
A Tuesday April gathering at 6 30 PM in the Old Chapel led by Rev Weller Van Garrett opened with prayer. Members attended and a supper was served as the class discussed fundraising and future projects. Mrs Guy Remar announced a donation, with John Hann delivering an artistic lapel collection for ATR.
The board of aldermen plans a showpiece event at the conde and approves funds for a new entertainment venue. The company moved its horl works from West Patrick street to a new bottling house on Water street. Meredith and Ed who are children of Dr and F Smith have returned to Georgetown University.
A Frederick City District includes areas north of Seventh Street and an eastern strip reaching to the sea with a total of 2,207 residents. A sedan stolen near Brunswick and found abandoned in a Petersville creek is recovered. Labor figures show prices at a 13 year low with the dollar worth 114 rents versus 102 last year. City playgrounds open June 9 for twelve weeks. contributions will be collected from pinks for the grounds.
The Washington Daybook surveys the Republican split between progressive and Old Guard conservatives, noting McCarthy era charges and the impact on policy making. It also covers Dulles potential advancement, Truman's stance, and a brief tech note on a gas alarm gadget, plus a Syracuse dean’s list mention.
A Washington note to the Soviet Union demands prompt investigation and apology for the downing of an unarmed U S plane. The piece warns Russia risks strained ties or war if it does not express regret and compensate for casualties and damage. It underscores pride, deterrence, and the danger of further escalations in the cold war context.
The Barter Players from the State Theater of Virginia presented Thunder Rock in Abingdon to close the season for the Frederick County Teachers Association. The cast included Herbert, James Andrews, Frederic Warrimer, Nancy Watts, Elizabeth Wilson and Bette Howe with Cliff Collier among lighthouse crew. Last night wrapped a season that faced lower ticket sales and a shift in plans for next year.
Bombs struck U S legation compounds in Damascus and Beirut as Arab Israeli tensions flare. A Marine guard in Damascus was slightly wounded, and in Beirut a grenade exploded behind a garage near the location, injuring Staff Sgt. Elbert Cassell as he sat in the Damascus switchboard room.
Three elderly sisters from New Philadelphia, Pa, were found in an unheated home with no food since Easter. May Ryan, unconscious upon rescue, was hospitalized at Good Samaritan in Pottsville. Elizabeth and Margaret Kerrigan were taken to Pottsville hospital in weakened condition. They had been supporting Sacred Heart church but had no food and the fire was out.
The New Market Homemakers Club met at Mrs. Robert Trimble’s home with fourteen members. President Mrs. William Browning led a meeting including reports on county council, a national flowers show, and plans for Club Week in May, a church visit, a tea invitation from Williamsville Club, a Mt. Airy flower show demonstration, CARE and cancer drive donations, a bus trip discussion, wardrobe coordination demo, and pattern selection guidance. The next meeting is set for May 5 at 7 30 p.m. at the homes of Mrs. Sidney Hammand and Mrs. (name illegible)
A compilation of Dorothy Dix Q and A style exchanges. Topics include a mother prohibiting a 9 year old son from playing with boys, preferring girllike behavior. a father’s limited influence. a troubled wife questioning marital fidelity. and a woman involved with a married man. The replies emphasize parental responsibility, respect for individual development, and coping with difficult marriages.
The column records family visits and moves around Detour Wag Union Bridge and Rocky Ridge, mentions a Church of the Brethren service, Harvey Albaugh family moving near Detour, and visits to Baltimore and Philadelphia. It notes the 29th Division Association state and national conventions at the Lord Baltimore Hotel in Baltimore with Major Gen. Milton A. Reckord to receive a plaque and dates June 10-11 and September 12-4, plus an August proclamation for 29th Designan Weeks.
Undismayed by discomfort, the parents praised their method as ideal and the father a school teacher carried the nation into his own classroom. In six months the chaos got him fired, yet he condemned the old fashioned school and showed no fault in his permissiveness. Sound understanding of child rearing is essential to health department personnel to help communities, Dr. Senn said. There’s more to mental hygiene than handing out pamphlets.
Settlements have been effected out of court in the $30,000 damages suit of Mr and Mrs Clare Tobery against B Castle. The cases were moved to Carroll county for trial on venue motions. settlement amount undisclosed. Tobery alleged injury from a 1948 car collision at East Patrick and Carroll streets. husband sought loss of services. Attorneys for plaintiffs were Sherman Powers and H Kieffer DeLauter. defendant's attorney was Parsons Newman.
The Q and A notes the 1923 World Series between the Yankees and Giants had a winner’s share per player over $6.00. It also states the American flag should not be flown in rain unless a special reason applies.
The Frede Act event at Rockwell Terrace featured Rachel Hawks presenting a clay modelling demonstration. She explained the bronze casting process from initial models to final patinated pieces and discussed maintaining flexibility with an air and tallow based clay.
In Washington on April 19 a 12 foot deep sewer trench collapsed trapping about 30 laborers. Workers dug frantically as a mound of earth caved in, with one hour passing and little hope of survivors remaining.
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