Snow Expected Tonight as Christmas Rush Continues
The first real snowfall of the season may arrive tonight with a mix of snow and possible rain on Sunday. Temperatures will drop to near the low thirties Sunday and a chilly Sabbath is forecast with a high around 38 this afternoon. Some areas report spotty snow while traffic and shopping bustle persist, aiding merchants aiming to beat last year’s holiday sales.
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Fredick
Jose
Frederick
Fred Straley
Social Service Exchange
Tivoli
Judge's Opinion Earns National Notice in Time Magazine
Frederick judge Edward S. Dellaplaine gains national recognition as Time magazine cites his ruling that it is not a crime to call a man a screwball. The Daily News had published a range of slang terms, quoted by Time, illustrating the opinion's impact amid a dull market day in New York.
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Court of Appeals
Edward 5S
The
Daily News
Local Forecasts for Allegany to Frederick Counties
Sunny today with highs near 40 in Allegany Montgomery Prince George Howard Carroll Frederick. Tonight clouds, lows around 20 in central counties. North winds 8 to 12 mph. Further counties: sunny today mid forties, tonight clouding with lows near 30, rain or snow possible Sunday. North to northeast winds 8 to 12 mph.
One Killed And Two Wounded By Gunfire
Baltimore on December 16 reports say one man was killed and two others wounded in an Essi Batti apartment. Police tentatively identify the slain man as Edward Eagan aged 26. Wounded are David Brandenburg 25 and Ernest Appetite, with a woman also injured. Officers say they recovered the weapon.
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Baltimore
Essi Batti
Edward Eagan
David Brandenburg
Ernest Appetite
Lirtis Bradley Walter Messner
Returns on Christmas Seals Lag in Frederick County
Frederick County Tuberculosis and Public Health Association reports 3,886 responses from 13,125 mailed Christmas seal envelopes. Contributions total $5,732.85, ahead of last year but well short of the $10,000 goal, as chair William E. Hardy notes ongoing need for education and diagnostic work amid rising TB cases.
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Fredericksonians
William E. Hardy
Frederick County Tuberculosis and Public Health Association
Fundich
America
Association
Hardy
Lincoln Electric 1097 Workers Get Christmas Incentive Funds
Cleveland December 18 1097 Lincoln Electric Co employees received annual incentive payments totaling 3 821 973 dollars for 1948 earnings. The program, started in 1934, places company proceeds in a pool shared according to ratings of quantity and quality of work, skill and cooperation.
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Cleveland
Lincoln Electric Co
Lincoln
Netherlands To Start Indonesian Operations
Reports from London and Amsterdam indicate the Netherlands plans to begin operations in Indonesia. A communique from The Hague was expected around 7 p m as the Dutch government formed an interim authority separate from the Indonesian republic.
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Netherlands
London
Indonesia
Hague
Amsterdam
Tate Sat
Women Voters League President Resigns in State Convention
The League of Women Voters announced the resignation of President James R. Down of Annapolis. Vice President F. Barber will serve as acting president during the state convention held December 26.
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Women Voters League
League of Women Vot
James R. Down
Annapoli
F. Barber
Twelve Koreans Fatally Hurt in Seizure Attempt in Seoul
The Home Ministry announced that twelve Koreans were fatally hurt in a December 18 incident in Seoul involving a failed assassination attempt against Governor Le Nem Ky of South Chonla Province. Authorities reported two assailants were killed and the governor was unharmed.
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Seoul
le Nem
Ky South Chonla
Home Ministry
New Witness Found for Spy Hearings Monday
Washington Der reports a member of the House Un American Activities committee announced the discovery of a new witness who will provide vital testimony at the spy hearings scheduled for Monday. The committee member did not disclose the witness’s name or specifics of the testimony.
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Washington
Der
P.A
House Un-American Activities Committee
Witner
Post Office Yuletide Rush Under Way
63 percent of ecards and two out of town boxes were expected to be delivered by 10 30 a m at the post office as the holiday rush continues. Officials anticipate peak service by Tuesday with scattered deliveries as boxes were being processed.
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Yule
Post Office Council
Tuesare
AE Ou Bans To Be Lifted
Government officials say oil use bans may be lifted soon if not a serious emergency. Preparations for a formal announcement are underway as factors such as supply and demand are reviewed by Interior Krug.
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AE Ou
Gion
Dee
Ome
Interior Krug
Peiraeum
Inquiry Into County Robberies Continues
An ongoing investigation into county robberies advances as officials report progress. The report notes cooperation among agencies and is expected to clarify suspects and timelines.
Spy case charges and perjury questions in 1940s era
Washington debate centers on potential charges for handling State Department papers tied to the Hiss Chambers case. Lawyers question perjury and theft charges with a three year window, noting papers last known in 1938. Federal grand jury probes pre-war Communist spy ring. Hiss indicted for perjury after testifying under oath.
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James Marlow
Washington
Chambers
V. Algerment
Hiss
Epir
Lawvers
State Department
New York
New York Grand Jury
House Un-American Activities Committee
Grand Jury
J Mary Purpose
Chambrs
Cold Weather Across U S Reported Across Nation
A fragment describes cold and inclement weather across much of the United States on December 18. It notes snow and rain in some areas, limited sunshine, and frigid temperatures concentrated in northern regions including the Dakotas and nearby states.
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Chicago
Aonema
Dakotas
Fire destroys shed in Rockville blaze
A fire in Rockville damaged a shed and threatened a nearby greenhouse. Firemen from Gaithersburg and Rockville saved the greenhouse. Cause and damages were not immediately known. The report also notes an average soap usage statistic in washing hands.
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Rockville
Gaitherebure
Local Budget Talks Focus on Tax Rate and Timing
The board reviews proposed budgets for county and school system including Children’s Aid Society and probation services. Discussions center on assessable values and potential tax rate changes with a final decision anticipated near year end, possibly next week.
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Children’s Aid Society
Democrats Warned By House Republicans
Washington December 18 House Republican leaders warned Democrats against packing committees or tampering with congressional seniority saying a sharp fight would ensue. Rumblings of shifts persist as Democrats regain control after recent elections though leadership has not pledged to back any changes. Strong factors include past Republican resistance and anticipated chairmanships by southern Democrats in the new Congress.
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Ashington
House
Congress
Roosevelt
Fruman
Loyalty tests for union leaders recommended by Kersten
Washington reports Rep. Kersten and subcommittee chairman say loyalty tests will be urged for union leaders to ensure trustworthy heads of unions. The move ties national security to internal discipline amid ongoing military and defense concerns.
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Washington
Congress
Aris
Kersten
Sbcom
National Securi
Pri
Radio Tower Destruction Irks Soviets
Berlin reports a frontier incident settled while the Radio Berlin dispute continues. Charles Kaill was shot during a crossing dispute and is in a British zone hospital at Duderstadt. General Clay praised France for blowing up the towers near Tegel to protect airlift flights, the Soviets denying prior notice.
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Berlin
Berhin
Charles Kaill
Renal
Duderstadt
Bad Oeghausen
Knaill
Brian Robertson
Frankurt
U.S
Lucius D. Clay
Texel
Clay
Radio
Suspect Fails 200 Policemen in Maryland Robbery Manhunt
A wide manhunt followed an arm robbery spree tied to a single bandit who led police on a hour chase through West Baltimore and three counties before a crash on Burtons ville road. Over 200 officers fanned out with floodlights and search dogs as a $290 theft was traced to the same culprit.
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Laurel
West Baltimore
Edmondson Avenue
Baltimore
Old Frederick Road
Catonsville
Columbia Pike
Ellicott City
Burtonsville Road
Montggomery County
White Gift Service at Evan Reformed Sunday evening
A cast of more than 80 persons will perform the annual White Gift service of the Evangelical Re formed Sunday school Sunday night at seven o'clock. The pageant titled Brotherhood of Christmas will feature choir and cast. All church and Sunday school departments unite in gifts of money and goods for an orphanage in Homewood near Hagerstown.
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Willhart
Evangelical Reformed Sunday School
Brotherhood of Christma
Chestra
Prinrh
Christmas Visit To Montevue And Emergency Hospital
Men and women prepare to visit Montevue and Emergency Hospital for the annual Christmas distribution. Fraits jellies and cookies from Federated charity members to be delivered by noon. Volunteers meet at Calvary Methodist church at two, while women sing carols and tour the halls aided by Senator Edward D Sturm on accordion. Junior Civic Club joins the effort with Miss Alice Ramsburg and Mrs C Thomas Summers in charge.
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Montevue E Frederick Civic
Montevue and
Emergency Hospital
Federated Chatel Building
Calvary Methodist Church
Edward D
Sturm
Civic Club
Wall Alse A
Alice Ramsburg
C Thomas Summers
U S To Send More Ships To Mer Mediterranean Power
London dispatch reports Admiral Richard Connally unveiled plans to dispatch a carrier and two destroyers to show U S naval power in the Mediterranean after Christmas. The Tarawa and destroyers Buckley and Haws will sail from the Pacific, stop at Colombo and Debon, then transit the Suez Canal by late January.
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Pre Amer- London
Jcan
Mediterranean
Adm
Richard J. Conally
Tud Conally
Ire
Mediteranean
London
Carnier Tarawa
Buckley
Haws
Pacific
United States
Conolly
Colombes
Deyion
Bahresn
Persi Gulf
Luxury Train Derails Near Lakeside Utah injures none
Ogden Uriah reports a westbound luxury train derailed about 15 miles west of Lakeside Utah in a snowstorm. Despite a 70 mph run and 240 passengers aboard, none were seriously hurt as 13 of 15 cars left the track and slid to halt in a straight line. A relief train was sent, officials noted automatic brakes kept cars aligned, a broken wheel suspected.
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Ogden
Uriah
San Francisco
Lakeside
Utah
Great Salt Lake
J. W. Corbett
Southern Pacific Railroad
Corbett
Lower Food Prices In 1949 Outlook From Industry Leaders
Chicago reports an optimistic forecast for 1949 with expectations of more stable and slightly lower prices, improved supplies, and higher grocery sales. Officials across meat, dairy, poultry, fruit, and groceries, plus Secretaries Sawyer and others, say consumer relief from inflation remains a key challenge while retailers and suppliers anticipate continued growth and enhanced service.
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Chicago
Comiar
Charles Sawyer
Commerce
The
Bulletin
Sawyer
Damascus Lions Sponsor Christmas Decoration Contest
Damascus Lions Club again sponsors a contest to pick the most notable exterior decorations in the Damascus area with four prizes of 5, 3, 2, and 1 dollars. Judging occurs December 23 at 7 30 p.m. The Damascus Lions Dance will follow at Damascus High School auditorium on Tuesday December 28 at 9 p.m.
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Damascus Lions’ Club
Damascus
Autoo
Hearing Monday in larceny case of Thompson and Bates
City police docket Samuel Thompson and Samuel Bates of North Benty Street on charges of larceny and summoned before the municipal Police Court Monday night. Authorities said the charge involved some bottles.
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Samuel Thompson
Samuel Bates
North Benty Street
Fight for Peiping Besieged Promises Fierce Defense
In Peiping near three miles from the city strongholds, Nationalists vow to defend Peiping to the last man as Communist forces push toward the capital from the north. State authorities report airfield capture by Reds and heavy artillery near the walls while government troops withdraw toward southern banks of the Hai river amid rumors of peace talks in Hongkong.
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Penzpu
China
Elwai River
Nanking
Hai River
Penspu
Pengpu
Chuhsien
Hwai
Peping
Hisy
Hongkong
Chiang Kai-Shek
Peiping
Fu Tso ¥i
Ationalist Courier Party
Associated Press
Harold K.x
Chu Hsi-Chun
Hepeh
Spencer Moosa
Li Chi-Shen
James D. White
Biung
Heiping
Li i
Ing
Nanaz
Nenking
Suchow
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