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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 1955
Page
2
The article argues that fears of a seasonal summer downturn are unfounded as industrial output stays near record levels and stock markets hold firm. It contends previous slumps were as much psychological as economic, noting steel mills and auto plants run at high or near high capacity.
The article notes seat belt use in autos and planes, arguing belts reduce injuries and fatalities by restraining occupants. It cites that many crashes throw occupants against steering wheels or windshields and that belts foster driver responsibility and safer behavior.
The federal government closed the fiscal year ending June 30 in the red by 4.192 billion dollars. The shortfall improved from early projections as individual income tax receipts beat estimates by 949.040 million while corporate taxes fell 201 million. Timing of corporate payments and delayed individual levies kept results weak, but rising income and prosperity raise chances of a balanced budget in 1956.
Fifty years ago today several short notes recap local events. New armory meeting names temporary officers for Company A including Sergeants Charles B Groff George Bowlus Harry W Bader and Corporals William Leichert Paul Whipp Harry C Wall Alban M Wood B W Thomas and Alger Heard. The company plans to go to camp Saturday. A crane shot by Mr Michael Late at Rocky Ridge measured six feet wingspan. Lewis S Clingan began work at a harness shop on North Market Street and Clintan took over Aug 1. One of Dr B V Smiths race horses broke loose at the Fair Grounds and was caught near East Patrick Street. Henry K C Fox repaired the Court House cupola and weather vane was resaluted.
The snippet notes a clerical beer order mix up at Buffalo Restaurant on West Patrick Street triggering a fire alarm with four engines arriving. Frederick High School athletics coach Arthur Firpo Dorsey resigned after long service since 1933. Baker Park hosted the most successful Doll show with 500 to 600 attendees and prize winners listed. July 1955 was warm and dry with 21 days above 80 degrees and precipitation of 2.47 inches.
Emmitsburg resident James Everett Knox, 22, died after his model air plane struck a power line near Emmitsburg while he tested it with spectators present. The accident occurred Saturday afternoon, with Knox, a former Army corporal, rushed to Frederick Memorial Hospital where he died. He is survived by his parents Charles and Dorothy Knox, two sisters, and a brother. Funeral arrangements are pending at Elias Lutheran Church in Emmitsburg.
A batch of obituary notices details survivors, funeral arrangements, and cemeteries. It lists Herbert Shipley and family in Eldersburg, Viola May Fury of Emmitsburg, John Oliver Poole Jr. of Walkersville, Assard Seipler of Catoctin Furnace, and others, with dates, church affiliations, and burial plans across Maryland towns.
Rovers fively met show wae mit on the Bar Scouts Cub Scouts and their younger friends of Church Hill Ballenger Creek Pike Saturday afternoon. Pets included a snapping turtle two baby tortles a Roat a rooster a hen vats dogs rabbits and more. Arthur Conko was judge of the show five winners were Lee Whipp Harold Whipp Wayne Wiipp Paul Riddinger Gare Campher Richard Cook and Filuard Cook. This was the second special performance by the group their first being a hobby show on the Grange Wall at Adamstown last Saturday in June. Next on the schedule will be a group picnic on August 20.
Ernest Stanhs son of Myo and Wis Harven Stanths of Bolivar married Elaine Suots of Brunswick in Bruns wick Methodist Church on July 18. Rev. J. W. Seay officiated with Leon Pinkle and Wiss Eleanor Webbe as attendants. The groom is stationed at Shaw Air Force Base South Carolina. He will be on day leave for two weeks then accompany his bride to South Carolina before he heads to Texas for three months maneuvers.
Miss Joan Betty Paulik wed David Weinberg in a Redeemer Lutheran church ceremony Bayside attended by locals. The gown was Dupion silk with lace accents and a lace cloche veil. A reception followed at Forest Hills Community House Bayside. Bridesmaids and flower girl wore white organdy gowns with navy dots.
Funeral services for Mrs Amn ella Deterding widow of Dr Frederick H P Deterding were held at 106 East Church street Sunday afternoon with Rev Walter Mehriing officiating. Pallbearers named. Interment in Maudt Olmert cemetery. MOR Elchison and son, funeral directors.
In a piece by David Lawrence, Eisenhower’s wide popularity is tied to his perceived sincerity and anti war stance. Yet his 1956 prospects depend on economic conditions, Soviet tactics, and whether Americans accept concessions to peace or demand firmness against Communist tyranny. The piece notes Democratic risk and Western fear of nuclear conflict and warns the President must balance appeasement with resolve.
Two men from Brinklow Montgomery County were killed when a Housing Development Corp truck crashed into a tree on Maryland 97 near Glenwood. Four Sykesville volunteer firemen were injured when their engine skidded while racing to the fire. The victims Dorsey and Pratt died in the truck cab. the fire truck driver Brandenburg and assistant chief Grimes led the response as four firefighters suffered injuries and were hospitalized but expected to recover over days.
July 31 reporting crowds flock to resorts for the traditional August bank holiday weekend. The country enjoys boom times with record spending as Britons make the most of holidays amid a bustling tourism surge.
A 1955 copyright notice from New York Herald Tribune Inc appears, referencing the newspaper’s protection of its material and legal rights under federal law. The brief notice signals ownership and dates associated with the publication.
Mrs. Rebecca Nuse returns home on West Patrick after visits in Tacoma and Vancouver. Charles F. Bowers Jr. named to Penn State's Dean's List for Spring. Curtis Holbruner and family house guests of Ralph Sigler in Waldorf. Dr. John B. Harley visiting Terra Alta relatives. Ro Monroe Beard plans return to Terra Alta. William Biser and Lines family members back from Morgantown weekend. Robert Schroyer marks 16th wedding anniversary. Erma L. Stull attends International Sunday School Convention in Cleveland as Utica delegate. Ted Burker of Mt. Pleasant celebrates 49th birthday. Homer Remsberg to judge Holstein shows in Colombia and Peru. William Robert Crum, age nine, visits grandfather in Grafton after birthday party.
En route to Caribbean waters on the summer Midshipman training cruise aboard the high speed transport USS Burdo. Gunners mate second class Edward E. Rice is among the crew, noted as son of Mr and Mrs Charles L. Rice of Frederick Maryland.
Port Hueneme California naval base will host George F. Whipp of Frederick Maryland as he returns August 6 with the Mohive Construction Battalion 9 to join the Sea Bee unit at the base.
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