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Location

Frederick, Maryland, United States of America

Date

Aug 18, 1954

Page

10

Car Carrier Crashes Into Home in Knoxville

Early morning crash on U. S. 340 near Knoxville damaged Ronald M. Miller’s stone and brick residence and Miller’s Confectionery. A Baltimore driver Claude H Reape steered Anchor Motor Freight car carrier into the house, breaking windows and pillars, spilling kerosene, and buckling interior walls. State Trooper Kreisinger filed reckless driving charges.

U. S. 340 Knoxville Ronald M. Miller Frederick Miller Claude Howard Reape Baltimore Anchor Motor Freight

Unemployment Claims Drop in Maryland Week

Maryland unemployment claims fell to 4,450 new filings last week from 5,677 the prior week, the State Department of Employment Security reported. Checks issued totaled 28,374 for 3721,471 across district offices, with declines tied to plant-wide furloughs and summer shutdowns. Fields list regional figures and river conditions, noting Monocacy is slightly cloudy and Potomac clear at Weverton.

Baltimore State Department of Employment Security Carroll Towson Westminster Towson and Westminster Cumberland Hagerstown Frederick Sap Boo Silver Spring Hyattsville Annapolis Touson Cambridge Chestertown Salisbury Elkton Oakland Westminster A Easton Crisfield

Sharp Declines in Coffee and Cocoa Prices

New York op Sharp declines in coffee and cocoa this week pulled the Din & Bradstreet wholesale food price index to its lowest since Feb 2. The index moved to 707 with a misprint likely 7.07, down from 7.10 last week and 86.67 a year ago. Feb 2 index stood at 87.01. More commodities rose than fell, but declines in coffee and cocoa dominated.

New York Din & Bradstreet

Kefauver coy on 1956 bid after Tennessee win

Washington Notebook reports Sen Estes Kefauver dodging questions about a 1956 Democratic bid after his primary victory over Rep Pat Sutton. He jokes about world affairs and jokes about flying home by transport after the helicopter campaign. The note also covers McCarthy at Mundt hearings, Senate aides at Commerce and a new Joke Squad in the USSR to curb humor. Senator Sparkman and Senator Bush clash over Yankee ingenuity amid a Dixie-New England exchange.

Peter Edson Washington NEA Estes Kefauver Tennessee Pat Sutton Kefauver Rep. Sutton Sinclair Weeks Harvard Yale William S. Kilborne, Jr B. Allen Rowland Richard L. Hall John Sparkman Alabama Prescott Bush Conn Sparkman Bush New England

Asking Bids On Bridge On New U S 40

The State Roads Commission on September 7 will open bids for the concrete substructure of a new steel truss bridge over the Monocacy on U S 40. The project includes two abutments two piers and preliminary embankment but excludes superstructure floor railings and approaches. The bridge will be eastbound only and connect with Frederick by-pass improving grade.

State Roads Commission Frederick Baltimore U. S. 40 Frederick By-Pass Jug Bridge Hill Roads’ Group Roads Commission Gaithersburg Maryland Damascus T. Edgie Russell Company U. S. 15 South Market Street Evergreen Point Graham Low W. E. Graham Company Mavalyned Washington National Pike Brown Station Road Graham Ehrhardt and May Law Richard F. Kline Princemant Construction Company Silver Spring Wright Construction Company U.S. 240 Brink Montgomery County Ridgeville

Island inspection by Admiral stirs diplomatic talk

In Taipei Formosa the U S Embassy said Admiral Felix B Stump Pacific commander in chief inspected a tiny Nationalist island outpost near the Chinese coast. The report fuels talk Washington may place the offshore outposts under LoS protection to deter a possible invasion amid Eisenhower’s pledge to defend Formosa.

Taipeh Formosa U.S Adm Felix B. Stump Pacific China United States Eisenhower

Cincinnati at Chicago Doubleheader Postponed by Rain

National bulletin notes a scheduled two game set between Cincinnati and Chicago postponed due to rain with the Thursday date affected.

National Cincinnati Chicago

Congress Do-Nothing? Two Senators Say No Way

In Washington, Sen. Milli kin of Colorado and Sen. Mans field of Montana, a Democrat, defend the 83rd Congress as not do-nothing. Millikin cites an amazing amount of legislation and warns voters will compare Eisenhower promises with Congress performance. Mansfield counters that much has been done but not in the people’s interests.

Washington Sen Millikin Colorado Mansfield Montana GOP Eisenhower Congress

Crucial Talks On EDC Open In Brussels

In Brussels leaders from six European nations gathered for decisive talks on French demands that threaten the European Defense Community. Mendes-France planned to push a revised plan at the foreign ministers meeting, arguing only a European army model could pass in Paris. Opponents fear new revisions dilute supranational control and trigger fresh parliamentary approvals across the six nations. West Germany and other partners weigh the risk of discarding the EDC pact as drafted.

Brussels Belgium Pierre Mendes-France Paris Mendes- France Foreign Ministers National Assembly West Germany France Italy Netherlands Luxembourg U.S Washington Rene Pleven Mendes-France

Books Open On Contract Ike Says

President Eisenhower says the books are open for inspection of a controversial power contract in the TVA area. Democratic National Chairman Stephen A. Mitchell says he is glad Ike will disclose the whole story behind the Dison Yates deal. Mitchell blasted the handling of the matter in Chicago after Eisenhower’s news conference.

Washington Eisenhower TVA Stephen A. Mitchell Mitchell Chicago Hisenhower

City Bicycle Licensing Program In Third Week

The city police department licensing program for bicycles enters its third week. Inspectors will cover residents between Fourth and Seventh streets west of Hood College and Military Road. Tomorrow license inspections extend from Fifth to Ninth streets west of Market Street to the college.

City Police Department Fourth Seventh Hood College Military Road Fifth Ninth Streets Market Street the College North Market Second Street Fifth Streets

Prospect Point Elevator Reopens After Rock Collapse

Prospect Point's elevator leading to the base of the American Falls reopened to the public today after a rock collapse in the Niagara Gorge last fall. Niagara Frontier State Park Commission president Joseph Datis said the elevator is safe. The market opened narrowly lower with steels, aircraft, and oils under selling pressure.

Miagara Falls Prospect Point American Falls Niagara River Joseph Datis Niagara Frontier State Park Commission New York

Parking law cases yield about $600 in four weeks

Frederick police claim the delinquent parking ticket drive has collected about $600 in four weeks. Chief Charles Mains calls the program very successful with Sgt. Daniel Swemley pursuing warrants across the state. Most violators are Frederick city and county residents, with ten percent nonresidents.

Frederick Crms Charles V. Main Daniel Swomlyx Frederick City Swemley Swom‘ley Swomley

Withdraw 3 U S Divisions From Korea by 1984

SEOLCL South Korean National Assemblymen said the United States plans to withdraw all but three U S divisions from Korea by the end of 1984. The assembly voted to oppose the withdrawal. An Army spokesman in Washington said he had heard nothing about pulling part of the ROK Army from Korea. Representatives planned to discuss with U S officials, while a committee chairman said the plan is to pull out all but two U S divisions and one combined division of U S and other troops.

Wisconsin Joseph R. McCarthy Watkins- Johnson Committee Flanders Fulbright Morse McCarthy Mundt Symington Missouri Benton Maryland Stevens Mundt Committee Pan Seolcl United States U.S Korea National Assembly Washington Sih Rorea Chanman Lee Ki Z Suh Aw Forayn Relations Committee Whang Sung Soo

Quadruple Amputee Plans September 25 Wedding

Mosley, the first quadruple amputee from the Korean War, will wed Ruth Shaw on September 25. He parachuted into Korea in December 1952, endured four days in snow, and was rescued by South Koreans. He now uses artificial feet and a hooked right hand, drives a car, and maintains a normal daily life. Also noted, Senate committee approved nominations for Charles Yost as minister to Laos and Robert McClintock as ambassador to Cambodia.

Paterson Clarence Mosley Air Force Mosles Ruth Shaw Mies Shaw Mosses Korea Burnee Massex 18 Vie Washington Senate Foreign Relations Committee Charles W. Yost New York Kingdom of Laos Robert McClintock California Cambodia

Local Plea Urges Support for Polio Emergency Drive

Frederick residents are urged to join the National Emergency March of Dimes drive for five weeks to back polio work as treasuries run low. Local chairman Alton Y. Bennett says small contributions can help fund treatment and a season with rising cases. The national goal is 20 million dollars, with Civitan and Cigarette Club volunteers aiding in collection. About 6,000 circulars were mailed. community volunteers assisted in preparing notices.

Frederick Alton Y. Bennett Bennett Jation Civitan Bertha M. ‘Barteis Women’s Auxiliary John

Munich riot erupts as metal workers clash with police

In Munich Germany striking metal workers battled 400 police over ten days of unrest near Siemens plants. Twenty one injured none arrested as clashes spread through Bavaria where 220000 workers idle. Management offered 3.5 cents while workers seek 3 cents raise.

Munich Germany Siemens Sisike Ark Tyo Heinen Miclee Daw Bavaria

Fined $200 Or 301 Days In Jail Here

James M H Werking of 1014 North Market Street was fined $200 or jailed 301 days by Substitute Magistrate Edward J Smith for maintaining a business that created a public nuisance and health hazard. Health officials testified to filthy conditions from livestock on North Market Street, while Werking argued he was trying to rectify issues and planned relocation outside the city. The magistrate cautioned the risk of repetition if relocation did not occur, and imposed the sentence after consideration.

James MH. Werking North Market Street Edward J. Smith Peoples Court County Health Department Forbes ,Burgess R. Dean Stickel Charles V. Main A. Norman Dietz Himeself Linis Smith Mr. Smith W. Jerome Offuth Stewart Hobbs Brown

Hopes For Closer Union Expressed By World Church Meeting

In Evanston Illinois representatives of 170 million Christians renewed efforts toward Jesus Christ prayer that they may all be one. At the World Council of Churches meeting 183 denominations from 48 countries heard unity keynote addresses by leaders from four denominations. The gathering focused on deep discussions about land and work for later talks.

Evanston Ill Jesus Christ Christ World Council of Churches Loresmen

Farm Bill Heads To White House After Long Battle

The farm bill passed 44 38 after a 14 hour session amid heated debate. It includes flexible authority on supports and price controls, sending the measure to the White House. The House earlier approved it 208 47 in a standing vote amid disruptions as key senators traded arguments over record votes.

Washington Senate Knowland California Sen Russell D-Ga Lyndon B. Johnson Texas Johnson House

Maryland July traffic deaths top 39 in city and counties

The Maryland State Police report 39 people died in July traffic in Baltimore City and nearby counties, raising year to date fatalities to 281, a six per cent drop from January to July 1953. Injuries reached 8,160 statewide with Baltimore City accounting for eight deaths.

Baltimore Baltimore City Maryland Calvert Caroline Carroll Cecil Dorchester Howard Kent Mortgomery Queen Anne's St. Mary's Talbot Worcester Anne Arundel Charles and Prince Georges Frederick Allegany Somerset Washington Garrett Harford Wicomico Elmer F. Munshawer

Farouk Yodeler in Rome Exiled King Joins Club Scene

Exiled former King Farouk of Egypt was seen at a local nightspot in Rome where he drew a chair beside a cafe entertainer and fans for an hour in the early hours. The event included a Swiss yodeling performance as part of the guest scenes at the club.

Farouk Rome Bnvor

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