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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1953
Page
3
The semi weekly Great Southern PTQ and Mfg Co of 36 North Court St Frederick Md lists subscription rates and policy details. It advertises printing services and solicits news by mail or phone with emphasis on real names of writers. The issue date is Friday December 11 1953.
The Yuletide season is starting, with stores post offices and institutions preparing for December business. Mails will fill with packages and cards as merchandise stocks melt away by mid month. Clerks face longer hours and staff shortages as shoppers begin urgency, so buying now and mailing early helps.
In Baltimore on December 9 a sellout testimonial dinner honored University of Maryland president Byrd as he nears retirement next month. About 1,000 attendees heard no firm campaign talk, only a hopeful note Byrd said he hopes the university can continue to do for Maryland as in past years.
City police report no complaints of shoplifting during the holiday season but merchants note frequent thefts. One store lost a $40 camera. another counts at least eight shoplifting incidents in recent weeks. Stores often handle offenders privately, with few arrests or publicity, while police patrols continue.
Albert M. Cole federal housing administrator outlined to President Eisenhower and his Cabinet the basis for a new administration housing program. He discussed recommendations from an advisory committee on housing whose report has not yet been disclosed. The Cabinet met unusually long with no subject announcements. Budget prep for January submits to Congress remains a top priority. Secretary Wilson met with the President prior to the session.
Primary balloting nominated two candidates from each division for board seats. Agriculture Walter Hahn and Mebri J. Ramsburg. Financial Guy W. Nusz and Jacob R. Ramsburg. General Paul W. McAuliffe and Clyde M. Roney. Manufacturing J. Emory Baer and William B. Leichert Sr.. Professional John R. Fitzpatrick and James L. Rimier. Public Service Alan Long and Paul S. Michael. Retail Paul Carmack and J. Walker Carix. Election committee includes Harold Frushour, Charles K. Taylor, and Mrs. Margaret Downes.
Avalon R Carr of Uniondale Pa files in Circuit Court a damage suit for 499 dollars against Mr and Mrs Donald Lee Lewis of 1066 West Third Street for a February 8 collision on North Market Street near Church Street. Harlesville Mutual Auto Fire Insurance Company is also named in the suit. Mathias and Mathias represent the plaintiff.
Frederick High School Alumni Association schedules its 30th annual Christmas dance for December 29 at the Eagles home on East Patrick Street. Willis Conover of WWDC Washington presents Toby Tyler and the Fabulous Forties orchestra for dancing and listening pleasure. The association was organized in June 1923 and has been active in civic affairs.
Washington reports growing support for President Eisenhower's plan to harness atomic energy for peace. Former President Truman welcomed the UN presentation and urged action to bring world peace, while critics in Congress urged caution and verification. White House officials said reactions have been favorable and noted the speech was two months in the making with aides aiding from Bermuda to New York.
A young man shielded by officials testified before a Baltimore Grand Jury probing perjury in morals trials. The witness, reportedly Samuel M Adie man, claimed he had not seen the girls aged 12 and 14. Mayors son Franklin D Alesandro denied prior knowledge as several defendants faced conviction and new charges loomed. Eleven witnesses were called for tomorrow as the scope possibly expands beyond perjury.
Hood College students presented a $200 check to Miss Gertrude B Hoy at chapel, supporting her missionary work in Japan. Hoy, a Hood alumna teaching in China and Japan since 1913, will return to Miyagi College Sendai after a furlough, while supporting Exko Sasaki, a Hood-funded Japanese student set to graduate in March 2085. Miyagi College trains in English, music and home economics, with demanding requirements. Hoy described postwar Japanese disillusionment and a drift toward nihilism and atheism among millions.
Hood College and U S Naval Academy Chapel Choirs prepare for Handel oratorio The Messiah. The 200 voice combined choirs perform eight p m Saturday and three p m Sunday with public tickets free from Hood’s director Dr Earle Blakestee.
Frederick County by fall report planted 28 150 trees amid drought delaying the reforestation drive led by the Frederick County Forest Conservancy District. Total for the year reaches 328 186 with Spring plantings of 300 000. Major contributors include Future Farmers of America and 4 H clubs. Species included white pine spruce Scotch pine and others. Forestry Board to meet December 15 at Hotel Frederick to plan 1934 program.
Court records list numerous bills of complaint for absolute and partial divorces including parties such as Siegfried and Josephine Richelsen, Doris Grossnickle, Pearl Snurr, Bernard Little Jr., Viola Walter, Lula Scott, Louis Geisbert, Richard Snyder, Ethel Holder, John Tressler trust actions, and many paired marriages across Frederick, Hagerstown, Thurmont, and surrounding towns. Also noted are marriage licensees, separations, and property deeds with various counties and towns, reflecting active civil filings and transfers.
Retiring December 15 due to ill health, Rev Charles A Shilke former Utica Lutheran Parish pastor and later Trinity Lutheran Greencastle Pa served since 1915 in Creagers Town Bethel Walkersville Utica formation June 1926 Oakland Lavansville 1952 Greencastle. He will reside at Harmstead Columbia Pa 801 Chestnut Street with Miss Bertha Harm. His current Utica charge is led by Rev E Koontz Helwig.
A sequence of property deeds lists individuals and couples transferring parcels or interests for $10 each. Many transfers occur within Frederick County and some to city entities, including multiple spouses, with names like G Burns, Calvin N Hann, Philip I Fisher, Leo Fontanella, Wilbur Hargett, Charles Wilcom, Harold Creeger, Francis J Allen, and Roland Harbaugh among others. Numerous entries specify county or city designations and reference associations such as Rolling Acres Inc and Board of Education of Frederick County.
Russell Slater Hickman 34 of Frederick Route 6 posted 2000 bond after arrest on assault and battery and sodomy charges. Police say a wife complaint led to the warrant for assault and battery, while sodomy charges involve another matter. Ira Thomas 26 of Airy Route 4 was seized by FBI at a recent-mate leave check and is held for military authorities. Hugh Nichols of Berryville, Va., jailed for intoxication and indecent exposure.
The Francis Scott Key Post American Legion and Federated Charities hold a clothing collection Saturday from nine to noon with door to door canvassing and front porch placements. J Alfred Catsail leads. local merchants provide trucks and Sons of the Legion plus Boy Scouts assist. Children’s clothing is prioritized, but adults’ wear is accepted, to aid a Christmas distribution by Federated Charities.
The Community Players announce tryouts Monday at Winchester Hall for the February production The Little Foxes. Casting for six men and four women, with roles including Regina Hubbard, Horace Giddens, Birdie Hubbard, and others, will be held at 8 p m. Actors and enthusiasts urged to attend to complete casting before Christmas.
Francis Scott Key district signs up multiple scouts for next summers expedition to Camp Philmont in northern New Mexico. The 127000 acre Boy Scout facility, donated by Waite Phillips, features wildlife and high terrain from 6000 to 13000 feet. Leaders include Chas Stup and Explorer advisor Post 251. Santa letter pileup continues at Neuns Post Office with local names.
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