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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 1950
Page
9
The defense proposal for universal military training is argued as reducing uncertainty for draftees and reservists by fixing service dates and allowing preplanned education and careers. It contends that the reserves would rise and emergency callups would be easier, with costs potentially covered by wartime Korea expenditures, suggesting a global stabilizing measure.
MR G W WARREN of Gettysburgh, PA, purchases the Groff House furniture and goods from Mrs Wm B Dell and takes charge to operate the hotel. Aldermen deny extending the Frederick Thurmont and Northern Railroad franchise beyond next term, extending to April 30, 1901. Water Superintendent Danner warns against sawdust near water sources. Chas Slagle tears down old stone barn to reuse stone for Mrs Eva Shank’s home. F M Railroad freight car leaves Frederick track near Braddock Heights. a passenger on board faints, delaying service for hours.
Twenty years ago Arthur D. Willard filed for Associate Judge of the Sixth Judicial Circuit on the Republican ticket. Rev. Frank E. Williar narrowly escaped injury when his car left the National Highway and rolled 200 feet along Western Maryland Railway tracks at Parkhead. Frederick guard Shaff won a wrist watch as best all around soldier at Camp Ritchie First Regiment Maryland National Guard. Morgan West Sev Pa Street involved in an auto incident near an area frown the automobile enter after it near his.
In Korea, Brig. Gen. George Barth commands U S 25th Division artillery but remains a frontline leader. A stocky 82 year old veteran, he rides with the front line, checks batteries, conquers supply gaps, and advises younger officers while coordinating with Marines and infantry. His daily routine runs from 6 30 a m to night, ensuring ammunition, gun positions, and swift support during attacks. Barth previously led a regiment in World War II and continually pushes forward to assess the battle.
New shelf additions include The Fireside Cookbook by James Beard with over 1200 recipes and color illustrations. Birdlife by E A Armstrong describes habits and nesting in birds worldwide. Congo Born by Mary L Jakely dives into Belgian Congo sanctuaries and a six month journey. Instructional Units In Wood Finishing by R A McGee and A G Brown covers wood finishing methods. Folk Art Design by Julieene Haller offers decorative transformations from folk sources. The Effects Of Atomic Weapons by Los Alamos Scientific Laboratory presents authoritative postwar analysis of weapon effects and radioactive contamination.
Hagerstown officials approved an initial order of 1500 dollars for new street signs to be installed from the city center outward. The council cited numerous complaints about poor markings and stated the signs will have white backgrounds with black lettering and show the block boundaries.
In Washington Daybook, Reed Blaine argues that power, especially hydroelectric, drives the shift of U S industrial might from New England and Pennsylvania toward the Tennessee Valley California and the Northwest. He cites Representative Henry Jackson as a rising political force while criticizing Cain. The piece links dams and power production to military readiness with public works cutbacks and emphasizes the need to expand power capacity to sustain democracy against Communism.
Washington argues the public bears blame for Korea setbacks, while top military advisers face political pressure. The piece cites a 1946 executive memorandum limiting dissent, references Admiral Nimitz era discipline, and contrasts Marine air support with Army air shortages, urging accountability and stronger leadership in wartime.
Baltimore hosts the annual Maryland American Legion convention beginning with a welcome by Governor Lane and Mayor D Alesandro. National Commander George N Craiz will speak at the business session. a recruiting campaign, paratroop and tank unit demonstrations, and a drum corps contest highlight the four day event ending with officer elections and a memorial service.
The Women's Work of the Church of the Brethren held its quarterly meeting in the church auditorium on August 9 at eight p m. Officers were elected for the coming year: President Mrs Ernest Rusherman vice president Miss Myrtle Slifer secretary Mrs Catherine Betts assistant secretary Mrs Helen Gouker treasurer Mrs Genevieve McClarken assistant treasurer Mrs Ruth Gaither. A program led by peace chairman Mrs John M Zimmerman featured readings prayers and music. Guest speaker Mrs Paul Buhrman discussed Love Thy Neighbor and world friendship. The gathering ended with prayer and refreshments.
A credible informant said Aug 16 that plans are ready to swiftly evacuate most of about 200 Americans in Yugoslavia if Moscow orders a Korea treatment for Marshal Tito. The warning follows tensions over Tito’s stance and potential Soviet action.
Veterans ask about reenlisting via reserve routes across services. Army allows up to age 34, higher with prior service. Marines cap 32 plus prior service. Air Force up to 34 or 45 with skills. Navy up to 44 with prior service. Dependents rules vary. most rates available with refresher training. Recruiters at service offices provide details. write Major Nial with questions.
Reported partly concealed on the west bank, an air strike Thursday targeted a column while observer pilots scanned the area. Past anti aircraft fire gave way to silence as U S flyers encountered no ack-ack late Wednesday.
A four year alliance between the State Police and 28 volunteer ambulance groups reduced duplication and expanded coverage. In the year to June 30, ambulances logged 288881 miles and delivered 9620 patients with 5643 emergencies. Most calls came from Baltimore Washington, with counts by county: Prince Georges 2916 Montgomery 264 Anne Arundel 1884 Baltimore County 1304. No admin costs. medical staff handle records. A separate Equity Court decree grants Virginia E. Robertson an absolute divorce from John W. Robertson with custody of three children and costs assigned to the husband.
A compilation of questions and concise answers on topics from thunderstorms and Williamsburg history to constitutional origins and everyday counts. Includes notes on weather, rail strikes, and a brief joke, reflecting a period quiz miscellany with named places and figures.
Thousands from many states and Canada gathered near Necedah Wisconsin after a farmwife Mary Anna Van Hoof claimed visions of the Virgin Mary urging prayer. Crowds estimated near 100000 heard her message though church officials call the claims questionable.
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