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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1959
Page
4
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Bridge diagram shows North South vulnerable with a hand pattern and a 2C bid at table. The lead is a spade from West as the auction proceeds with passes and double. Final contract appears to be not reached due to incomplete data.
Budget Director Maurice H. Stans projects public debt at 750 billion dollars with 350 billion for pensions and compensation and 98 billion for programs like vague infrastructure. He argues deficits persist as built in growth, urging voters to elect a Congress that will cut spending rather than add to the burden.
Birth announcements for December 7 to 9 include Michael Edward to Mr and Mrs Paul Fogle of 17 West Fifth Street, Jerry Lee to Mr and Mrs Woodrow W Law of Sjamsville, Natalie Jean to Mr and Mrs Drexil Wise of Thur mont, and Charles Eugene to Mr and Mrs Earl M Green of Buckeystown. Mrs Wise is Jeanine Vaughn of Westville Florida and Mrs Green is Annie Oland of Lime Kiln.
King Manuel of Portugal visits England seeking a bride. Chautauqua waves axed handkerchiefs to players to curb germs. Cablegram: United States demands Nicaragua President Zelaya's resignation. Dr. Thomas F. Sappington of Unionville dies at 61. Interior of Frank Staub’s Market store improved. Two years ago.
December 18 1939 report details a Tivoli Christmas party for one thousand children. Potomac Edison Co and Frederick city complete a street by street radio survey with generally good reception. eighteen defective signs blamed for trouble. State Officer Woodrow Corbin undergoes a second operation at University Hospital Baltimore after motorcycle collision. Ox Fibre Brush Co under way with turbo generator construction. Two diphtheria deaths reported within 24 hours.
A bridge hand commentary explains how West's diamond over call aimed to prompt spade bidding. North's cue bid and East four diamond jump shaped the play. South ruffs, draws trumps, and coats the club and spade sequence to a victory while East's queen of spades disappears.
The feverish and recovering list shows Mrs. Joe ice Migmana Street improving after two weeks with a virus. Multiple residents enter or transfer Frederick Memorial Hospital for observation, medical care, or surgery, including Mrs. E Maude Wood, Mrs. Barbara Shifler, Mr. Ernest E Legh, Mrs. Bernard Lawrence, Mr. Lawrence Summers, Mr. James Russell Brachey, Mrs. Fred Koogie, Mrs. Bernard E McCaffrey, and Mrs. Margaret Smith. Ada Stewart remains at Mount Alto Hospital in Washington.
Senate mood favors Lyndon Johnson’s potential presidential bid as he avoids overt moves while counting support. He seeks reelection to the Senate in 1960 but may be seen as a compromise candidate if northern liberals shift toward him after civil rights and social legislation moves. Johnson’s Texas boom and Barbour backing spark nationwide clubs and growing momentum.
Frederick Memorial Hospital reported progress over six months including a 5000 payment on the 1941 building fund debt leaving 8008 owed. The 44 hour week was adopted in housekeeping and dietary departments. Exterior improvements and a new water tank were completed at cost. Dr. A. A. Pearce was reelected to the Hospital Council Inc. Board. Births reached 111 with 675 patients treated, 544 admitted, 547 discharged, and 131 remaining.
Oonik and his dog Keotuk endure a violent Arctic storm after their sled sinks. They trek toward Santa Land, Keotuk injured but helped by improvised seal skin booties, hoping to find safety as they near the distant mountains and Santa’s chimney.
Obituaries notice multiple deaths including Sadie L. Akers of Marston died at 5:25 am in Washington County Hospital Hagerstown after years of illness. Funeral at New Windsor funeral home Saturday. Also Mrs. Daniel H Buckey 91 died at 1317 North Market Street. Funeral at home Saturday. Bessie M Goens 81 died Bolivar after long illness with services at Euckles Chapel. George A Snowden of Yamsville died after long illness with funeral at Fountain Mills Church. Details include surviving relatives and burial sites.
Funeral services for Mrs. Helen L Summers wife of Austin A Summers were held Wednesday at 2 pm from the funeral home on North Market Street. Rev Eugene W Young of St Pauls Lutheran Church Jefferson officiated. Interment at Mt Olivet Cemetery.
Planning officials discuss a proposed East West Expressway between Hagerstown and Taneytown with state road authorities. The plan may shift to a single route to protect agricultural land, delaying construction for several years while a full study is conducted by the Carroll County Planning Commission and invited county leaders.
The First Baptist church announces its annual Christmas Vespers for 5 p.m. on December 13. Rev. Robert F. Woodward says the event will attract a large congregation as four church choirs perform Christmas anthems with scripture readings. Players include Mrs. Clinton Hughes directing a nativity tableau and others portraying Mary, Joseph, angels, shepherds, and the magi amid festive decorations and stage lighting.
The weather bureau reports temperatures and precipitation for the 24 hours ending at 8 a m. The data summarizes highs, lows, and rainfall amounts observed, with regional notes and comparisons to prior day conditions. Areas of unsettled weather may affect travel plans.
Mr and Mrs Jerry Ferrara and their children Alice Sharon Holly and Wendy have returned to Warwick Rhode Island after visiting Mrs Ferraras parents Mr and Mrs James Van Sant in Ridgeville Mrs Ferrara is the former Eleanor Van Sant.
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