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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Aug 28, 1954
Page
7
A heavy fog moved into Frederick early today reducing motorist visibility in the mountains and at the airport. The forecast calls for the fog to clear this afternoon with scattered thundershowers possible Sunday and temperatures in the upper 60s to low 70s. Officials deferred water ban actions as Fishing Creek levels are monitored for the cannery season.
Baltimore Orioles may seek manager Paul Richards from the Chicago White Sox as both clubs indicate interest. White Sox general manager Frank Lane says Richards will receive a substantial salary increase and remains their manager. Richards says no formal approach from Baltimore has occurred, only a question from a Baltimore newspaperman about interest.
Associate Judge Patrick M. Schnauffer struck out a suspended sentence for Jesse E. Wallace of Knoxville and ordered a term not more than three years in the Reformatory for Males. A hearing on striking out the suspension for Donald A. Day near Frederick was continued. Wallace was convicted of breaking and entering a Brunswick service station. Day was found guilty of entering Roy A. Stevens’s home near Washington.
Europe’s National Assembly begins debate on the European Defense Community. Premier Mendes-France faces pressure from both sides as a vote could derail the treaty, with moves to postpone and negotiate until Sept. 15 under consideration. Moch of the Foreign Affairs Committee expected to urge rejection. delay possibilities loom amid political maneuvering. In separate court actions, multiple defendants in Fort Knox and Baltimore cases were fined or jailed for traffic and related offenses. A Norfolk sailor, Russell S. Ellis, is set to return from a seven month world cruise aboard USS Laffey on August 26.
At Evanston Illinois the World Council of Churches assembly endorses private enterprise as a spur to progress while urging government to counteract unemployment and inflation. The report, approved unanimously by 163 organizations, favors a balance of market freedom with welfare measures and calls for broader social security and fair distribution of wealth. Bishop John Peter of Hungary described the document as a new starting point for East West church understanding. Monday notices announce Frederick Memorial Hospital mobile x ray unit’s final year visit time slot.
Dayton Ohio report on Maj Arthur Murray, 33, the record altitude pilot, describing earth appeared round from 17 miles up and colors shifted to olive drab greens and straw tones. He noted blinding brightness, difficult control, and noted the X-1A rocket craft could reach at least 1650 mph. The Air Force withheld exact flight date and altitude while observers estimate near 90,000 feet.
President Eisenhower signs into law a farm bill hailed as a major administration victory providing more food, efficiency, and income stability. The bill grants Benson authority to adjust supports and creates a 27 billion set aside to dispose of surplus wheat, cotton, and dairy, moving beyond normal markets.
The mayor and aldermen at a special City Hall session awarded a $17,371.67 pond contract to L R Waesche and Sons of Thurmont for Linganore filtration plant works. Test borings over the weekend will determine pond bottom suitability. extras raised the total to 33,426.47 after bids. The pond aims to pull ten million gallons of water from Singapore to assure plant operation during floods or low creek flow. A deed was recorded for Araby property transfer from Mr. and Mrs. C. Edward Hilgenhberg to Mr. and Mrs. Robert E. Clapp Jr. for about $78,500.
The county wide registration in five sections registered 94 people this past week with Emmitsburg leading at 52 registrations. Democrats outnumber Republicans 27 to 24, plus one unaffiliated. Other districts recorded smaller totals as the program shifts to district based registration, with cost projections and debates among officials.
A tropical storm named Carol spins about 300 miles east of Jacksonville Florida with winds near 115 mph. Forecaster Cecil Gentry says the storm crawls with slow, erratic movements toward the northwest, prompting precautionary alerts for North and South Carolina coasts as land proximity rises.
Frederick groups report no definite progress in securing a buyer to operate the Muse Tailoring plant here. Schloss Brothers of Baltimore seek a purchaser while management plans to stay until current orders are finished. About 300 workers, mostly women, would face impact if the factory closes in October. Local officials and chamber of commerce efforts continue to find a suitable operator to keep the plant open.
About 300 Maryland firefighters attend University of Maryland's 21st annual short course September 7 to 10. Instruction focuses on rescue training casualty handling fire prevention and extinguishing. Noted experts including Francis Brannigan Liond Layman and Dr John Gerretti lead sessions to boost hands on firefighting skills. Applications are by Byrns Fire Extension Service College Park Md. Overnight arrests reported by city police include Mohler Belt Albaugh Young and others.
George P. Mahoney conceded defeat in Maryland Democratic gubernatorial race as Harry Byrd prepares to unite factions for November against Republican Gov. McKeldin. Dorsey invited to convention, chairmanship unsettled, Montgomery County rivals retreat from contest, with Crisfield appearance slated for a Derby parade.
Brunswick Little League members joined by parents and friends rode three buses and private cars to Griffith Stadium to see the Washington Senators beat the Cleveland Indians in overtime. In July the Railroad Little Leaguers visited the Baltimore Orioles for a day game. Americans led world in new rubber use per capita at 87 pounds in 1953.
Rapid City reports 24 dead after a large B36 bomber crashed while approaching Ellsworth Air Force Base. Four crewmen injured in very critical condition. bodies taken to a Rapid City mortuary. Fire and search crews battled flames and brush as wreckage scattered over a quarter mile. Names withheld pending next of kin notification.
Berlin report says U S and Soviet fighters buzzed each other during the Berlin childlift and a Chou En-lai flight from Moscow toward Geneva. Chinese premier and children aboard were spectators as MIG and American jets passed close aboard in three buzzing passes. Officials called it a draw with no injuries and no high level notes.
Local Elks plan to join Baltimore Lodge No. 7 for Elks Night at Baltimore Memorial Stadium to watch the New York Yankees play the Baltimore Orioles. Proceeds support Elk charities including veterans hospitals, cerebral palsy, rehabilitation, paraplegics, youth scholars, orphans fund, and boy camps. Ed Rommel will attend as guest umpire. Pregame ceremonies start at 7:30 pm with attendance from Washington Elks and Silver Spring Elks plus the Baltimore Colt Football Band. Tickets available at Frederick Lodge No 684, 7 West Second Street.
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