U S Leads In Interzone Finals For Davis Cup Chance
In Brisbane Tony Trabert and Vic Seixas put the United States 20 points up on Sweden in the interzone final for a shot at Australia. Trabert defeated Sven Davidson in straight sets while Seixas edged Lennart Bergelin in four and the Americans led into doubles action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brisbane
Australia
Tony Trabert
Vic Seixas
United States
Sweden
Tony
Milton Courts
Sven Davidson
Seixas
Lennart Bergelin
Trabert
Pone
Trabert Ari Seixas
Davidson- Bergein
Monstrous house-on-wheels reshapes roads of the future
A new highway construction machine, described in Steelways, is a diesel powered unit with a giant U shaped body and nine foot high wheels. It scoops up entire houses from their foundations, moves them to new sites, and could even relocate cars to ease traffic jams. Entities include Steelways magazine and a giant diesel tractor unit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Steelways Magazine
Social Service Budget Reaches 23 Billion dollars
The national budget for social service totals 23 billion dollars, spent annually on health welfare education and religious service. Lester Granger of the National Urban League told 300 welfare assembly representatives that welfare must grow with hope for peace and improved urban life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lester B. Granger
National Urban League
National Social Welfare Assembly
Granger
Letter praising nursing home care after tragic fire
A reader writes that the tragedy at a nearby nursing home was an accident and praises the Marylander facility for its thorough and considerate treatment of residents. The letter highly regards the elderly care, laments the fortune of the proprietor, and offers to support the compassionate operator with a small service.
Kanter Demands Draw in Langlois Bout Protest
George Kanter of New York, Langlois’ American rep, will protest last night’s middleweight title bout stoppage. He claims Langlois was butted and seeks a draw, arguing the butt rule should protect both fighters. Olson retained the title after the stoppage in the 11th round.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Francisco
George Kanter
New York
Pierre Langlois
Carl Rbabas Olson
Langlois
Badhut Kanter
Kanter
Olson
Catholic Daughters Meet in St Johns School
Court Maryland of the Catholic Daughters of America held its regular monthly meeting at St John’s School Tuesday evening. Grand Regent Mrs Florence Little announced a Christmas party on December 28 in the school auditorium and a November birthdays refreshment committee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maryland
Catholic Daughters of America
St. John’s School
Florence Little
Salisbury
Baltimore
Court Maryland
Victor Cullen Hospital
Richard Mitchell
Father Mitchell
Samaritan Rebekah Lodge No
1. C. C. F. Temple
Noble
Mae Miller
Alice Brown
Elsie Stone
Ethel Renn
Sadie Willard
Rebeked
Florence Stevens
Pauline R. Koontz
Mary Angleberger
Charlotte Loy
Ruth C. Akers
Edith Pearl
Robert Reifsnider
Ruth Wolfe
Amy Hoffman
Catherine Kester
Sharon
Morris Stride
Devis Jean Angieberger
Robby Smith
Little Angels
Sharon Stride
Warren
Donald Stevens
Tommy Strine
Santa Claus
Fannie King
May curb power Washington in new Congress
House Democratic leaders weigh curbing the Rules Committee power in the upcoming Congress amid concerns of a coalition roadblock. The plan aims to limit the committee's control over debate and amendments, potentially shifting leverage toward the broader House leadership and party priorities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Rules Committee
House
Congress
Fifty Years Ago Items From The Columns Of The News
Fifty years ago items from The News dated December 16 1904 note Mrs Hatti Simpson of East Fourth Street to North Bentz Street where a colt kicked her, fracturing a collarbone. Stram M Keefer 74 a member of Hardt and Keefer lumber firm on East Patrick Street died at home. A fire alarm reported a portiere fire at George Weiner’s East South Street home, minor damage, no water used. Infield Scott Schley Camp Sons of Veterans listing officers and claims, including Commander Robert L Rippeon senior vice Clarke Devil biss junior vice and secretary James J Gittings. Heaneytown correspondent reports snow and fine sleighing with locals making use of the white ground.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hatti £ Simpson
East Fourth Street
North Bentz Street
Patrick
Church Streets
B. Ebert and Son
Stram M. Keefer
Hardt and Keefer
East Patrick Street
John ©. Hardt
George Weiner
East South Street
Infield Scott
Twenty Years Ago Hems From The Columns Of The News
Twenty years ago in Frederick County confusion and petty theft reports dominated the local notes. The county library directors urged funding in the 1935 budget, while a home incident left Holden and Felt in need of a health check. Santa letters arrived from local children including Stanley and Jack Gaver, Gloria Wachter, and others in Jefferson, Trail, and East Sixth streets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tomas Zummervman
Hear Feagayile
Frederick County
Eiavhrit Street
Santa Claus
Stanley Gaver
Jack Gaver
Pierce Gaver, Jr
Frederick
Helen Horine
Jefferson Street
Gloria Wachter
Trail Avenue
Arthur
Buddy Vas
East Sixth Street
Raymond
Conk. Dy
North Market Street
New Uniforms Preview At Tivoli Theater
A preview of the Army Green and Army Blue uniforms will headline the Tivoli premiere of the color documentary This Is Your Army. Two Fort Myer soldiers will model the new outfits during a 1:30 p.m. concert by the Second Army band, followed by a ribbon presentation to Sergeant First Class Philph Berdine of Camp Dewick by Colonel John J. Hayes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tivoli Theater
Fort Myer
Second Army Band
Philph Berdine
Camp Dewick
John J. Hayes
Detrick
Army
Kiner Salary Feud Sparks Players Meeting
Roundup notes 16 team player reps gather Saturday amid friction over Ralph Kiner demanding a salary cut from 65 000 to 40 000. The piece recalls the 1947 rule limiting annual salary cuts, questions if Frick will block the contract, and cites Kiner’s aim to fit with the Indians after a mediocre Cubs season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gayle Talbot
New York
Ralph Kiner
Ralphie
Hank Greenberg
Cleveland Indians
Hank
Kiner
J. Norman Lewis
Ralph
Ford Frick
Chicago Cubs
Indians
Huge Increases In Md Budget Requests
Maryland state agencies report large jump in general fund requests for fiscal 1956 reaching 191.6 million dollars with 131 agencies feeding the rise. University of Maryland General Assembly and Department of Public Welfare add substantial sums, while the 1955 session tightens length. The Department of Public Welfare seeks funds for a forestry camp for delinquent boys, signaling broader generation needs and tax implications.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baltimore
Maryland
General Fund
University of Maryland
General Assembly
Department of Public Welfare
Uni- Volsien
Gia Me Ketein
Questions And Visiders: World Calendar and Chaperone Origins
Questions discuss the World Calendar propose fifty two weeks or 304 days with a potential extra World Day. Also asks about Franc Hopkinson and the origin of the word chaperone, noting its French roots meaning a hood and its extension as protector.
Strangely Silent About Loss Of Worker's Individual Rights
In a column by David Lawrence, the piece argues liberals protest when alleged communists are accused but remain silent over workers losing rights for refusing to join unions. It discusses Mitchells CIO speech on right to work laws, Taft Hartley implications, and state versus federal law, urging protection of individual belief and starkly highlighting civil rights concerns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
David Lawrence Washington
Free America
CIO
James P. Mitchell
Labor
Eisenhower
Mithell
Mitchell
Supreme Court
South
Iowa
Nebraska
Nevada
Arizona
North Dakota
South Dakota
Congress
Supreme Court of the
United States
Strike On Bus Line Averted in Eleven-State System
Negotiations between AFL union bus drivers and Atlantic Greyhound Corp and Amalgamated Association of Street Electric Railway and Motor Coach Employes of America were suspended until mid January, removing the threat of a strike by 724 drivers after a 95 percent vote authorizing action. The dispute centered on a Christmas bonus for drivers not yet included in current negotiations, with no details on whether the bonus would be paid. The system serves ten states plus the District of Columbia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charleston
W. Va
AFL
Atlantic Greyhound Corp
Amalgamated
Associated of Street, Electric Railway and Motor Coach Employes of America
Division 1493
Daniel W. Maroney Jr
Atlantic Greyhound
Kentucky
Ohio
Pennsylvania
West Virginia
Virginia
North Carolina
South Carolina
Georgia
Florida
Tennessee
District of Colurmbia
Compunction and Football Shrine North Adds Linemen
English lesson notes give compunction as uneasiness from guilt. Shrine game North coach Williamson names three Big Ten linemen Charley Kilbes James Sofia and Ron Riba to join 16 players. South squad led by Andy Gustafson reveals 23 of 25 men.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. J. Gordon
Ward Studa
Lineven
Shas
Tae Williamson
Wisconsin
Shrine
North Addons
Charley Kilbes
James Sofia
Minnesota
Ron Riba
Northwestern
Miami
Andy Gustafson
Zhukov denounces Churchill and Montgomery for treachery
Soviet Marshal Zhukov, quoted by Pravda, accuses Prime Minister Churchill and Field Marshal Montgomery of treachery in World War I era. He reacts to Churchill’s claim of ordering Montgomery to stack captured German arms to deter Soviet advance in Western Europe.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moscow
Soviet Union
George Zhukov
Churchill
Lord Montgomery
Zhukov
Montgomery
Red Army
Europe
Pravda
Britain
Woodford
Marshal Alexander Vasilevsky
Stalin
United States
Gore Praises Eisenhower Plans for Democratic Backing
Senator Gore says President Eisenhower can gain stronger Democratic cooperation in foreign and military programs if he maintains a conciliatory approach. Gore, once a stern critic of some domestic policies, notes the President’s willingness to consult Democrats before decisions. If this attitude holds, Republicans may also fully back international and defense proposals, possibly boosting support beyond the last Congress. Jordan to take Jordan River dispute to U.N. Security Council. Foreign Minister Salah outlines move in Amman, citing Israel irrigation projects diverting water from Jordan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Gore
D-Tenn
Eisenhower
Congress
Allittide
Ous
TLS
Amman
Jordan
Walid Salah
Syria
Israel
U. N. Security Council
U. N
Four State Farmers To Meet January 21
Herman Stockslager announces the eighth annual Four State Farmer’s Meeting set for January 21 in Hagerstown Franklin Court Auditorium from 9 25 a m to 3 30 p m with University of Maryland and Penn State speakers. Topics cover Social Security Act amendments farm market outlook farm management and pasture planning. Wilbur S. King will open with the session on 1954 amendments and effects on farmers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Herman Stockslager
Farmer's Committee
Hagerstown
Franklin Court
University of Maryland
Penn State Univers Witeiuee DeAsebuek,s
United States Social Security Administration
Wilbur S. King
Social Security Administration Office
Bible Thoughts on Saul and Wisdom
A reflective biblical excerpt notes that Saul feared David as he acted wisely and warned that one’s life and thoughts should be governed openly. The passage emphasizes transparency before God, who evaluates hidden hearts and private intents.
Furnace Fight Tied to FTC Hearing on Holland Case
A Baltimore housewife testified that Holland Furnace Co reps used sledge hammers to smash her coal furnace and offered a replacement at 1,700. She said she was told the unit was a fire hazard as FTC examiners probe fair trade claims against the firm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baltimore
Holland Furnace Co
Mary Janela
Federal Trade Commission
Holland
FTC
Commission
Edward A. McLeod
Janela
James A. Purcell
Mary C. Mack
Willie Mays Voted National League MVP of 1954
Willie Mays of the New York Giants topped the Baseball Writers’ Association of America vote for NL MVP in 1954 with 283 points, dominating the 24-man ballot. Kluszewski and Antonelli followed, while Duk Snider, Al Dark and Stan Musial trailed in the top ranks. Diamonds trace to kimberlite pipes formed deep in the earth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Willie Howard Mays
New York Giants
Baseball Writers’ Assn. of America
Giants
Kluszewski
Redlegs
Johnny Antonelli
Duke Snider
Brooklyn Dodgers
al Dark
Dark
Stan Musial
St.Louis Cardinals
Robin Roberts
Philadelphia Phils
Joe Adcock
Milwaukee Braves
Pee Wee Reese
Brooklyn
Gil Hodges
Dodgers
Local Notices of Births and Moves Across States
Mr and Mrs Robert Clarke Thomas announce the birth of their second child Jennifer Leigh on December 1 at Rowan Memorial Hospital. Arva May is the mother, daughter of Lieut and Mrs W K May. Mr Thomas is son of Mr and Mrs Austin C Thomas. Mr and Mrs Richard C Randall Jr and son Calvin Lynn moved from Westminster to Dover Delaware to a newly built home on Dover Circle Capital Park. Randall teaches at Dover High School. Mrs Randall is formerly Miss Fonda Boyer, daughter of Carroll E Boyer of South of Middletown. Homer A Boyer Jr, son of Herman Boyer, arrived in Seattle on December 5 aboard the U.S.S Frederick Funston from Fort Richardson Alaska. He is en route to Fort George G Meade for processing and discharge soon. Mr and Mrs Lee A House of Jefferson observed their 30th wedding anniversary. Edward C Hedges and Mrs Hedges of Walkersville welcome Brenda Grace born December 3 at Frederick Memorial Hospital.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert Clarke Thomas
Salishury
N.C
Rowan Memiorial Hospital
Jennifer Leigh
Thomas
Arva May
W. K. May
Austin C. Thomas
Richard C. Randall, Jr
Calvin Lynn
Westminster
Dover
Del
Randall
Fonda Boyer
Carroll E. Boyer
Middletown
Dover Circle
Capital Park
Homer A. Boyer, Jr
Herman Boyer
Jefferson
Illness updates from Frederick Memorial Hospital patients
Among The Sick airs Alfred Harris of Brunswick returned home from Frederick Memorial Hospital where she was treated for a back injury from a fall. Mr. Monroe Brubaker of Brunswick was admitted last week for observation and treatment. Miss Erma Whiteside daughter of Rev. Geo Whiteside of Baltimore a former pastor of First Baptist Brunswick is seriously ill in Baltimore hospital with henalitis. Mr. Charles G Kline of 704 Muller Avenue entered Frederick Memorial Hospital for observation. Mrs Angie Yost of West Fifth Street underwent surgery at Frederick Memorial Hospital on Wednesday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alfred Harris
Brunswick
Frederick Memorial Hospital
Monroe Brubaker
Erma Whiteside
Geo. W. Whiteside
Baltimore
First Baptist Church
Charles G. Kline
Moller Avenue
Angie Yost
West Fifth Street
Luf's Stuff Lortincous Usefulness Blessings in Seasons
The text speaks of Leves bestowing blessings at any time of fear and describes spring with a green key show and cheer, summer with a high, green shelter offering shade, and autumn with varied hues that beautify. It ends with an assertion of setting honest dues and taking for exercise by N A Lufburrow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
N. A. Lufburrow
Market Prices for Wheat Barley and Corn
Market prices listed show wheat and barley per bushel and corn per bushel at two dollars for the new corn. The fragment indicates commodity pricing but lacks full context or date.
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Mre
E OM Yingling
Linden Hills
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Franc Hopkinson
Kiwanis
Service Club
Francis Scott Key Hotel
A. Talbott Brice
Walter Crowther
John Cheatham
William Zimmerman
Donald Sullivan
Sperry Storm
William T. Delaplaine
Edward H. Sharpe
Alfred R. Sharpe
Kiwanis Crippled Children’s Fund
Robert Rondenhoefer
Edward A. Godsey
W. Merval Weaver
Me. Weaver
Robert L. Smith
Saul
I Samuel
Willie Mays
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Walkersville
Brenda Grace
Wens
Rorer
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