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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Feb 07, 1951
Page
7
One hundred years after John James Audubon died his bird paintings and folio have spread through calendars, plates, and stamps, turning Audubon into a household name. Despite early American skepticism his work later gained England and Scotland recognition, and today most homes display Audubon reprints.
Observers warned Americans of a long era of international tension and recurring crises as the Korea conflict unfolds. Some expect twenty five years of unsettled world relations with possible small wars. The piece urges recognizing we are at the start of a period of trials and uncertainty shaping current policy debates.
Rehearsals for Texas Steer staged by Frederick actors at City Opera House on February 15 include Estelle Castle Fauntleroy Willard Keller May Bowlus Sallie Firestone and others. State Senator Rohrback hosted Sunday school supper at West Church Street with guests including Chew McCardell Schmidt Ramsburg Wittler and more. Two Plymouth Rock hens owned by Cephas Stockman rode a wagon pole to Troost. Stockman found them at the Frederick depot. An announcement promises skating at Hauser's Pond this afternoon and evening.
Twenty years ago local items note the death of Harry Nixdorff a Frederick resident on Rockwell Terrace after pneumonia illness. An explosion damaged a Potomac Edison gas plant machine injuring worker J H Crum lightly. Snow fell briskly with sleet and more snow. Restoration work began on Hessian Barracks at the Maryland State School for the Deaf.
A Hal Boyle Western Front Korea essay recalls life on the frontline through a newcomer’s lens. It describes mud, ration hardship, constant destruction, civilian displacement, and young American soldiers facing daily casualties while enduring the war’s unyielding grind.
A handful of birds reportedly died as five blasts occurred near the government range. The Energy Commission says no further casualties or injuries were reported twenty four hours after the latest explosion. A local prospector Fred Darttoy cited by Tyson Spinks said birds appeared killed by blast debris, likely due to close proximity to the detonation. Las Vegas residents called it the largest blast of the series begun April 27 and hoped it would end the tests for a while.
A bench trial before Associate Judge Patrick M Sehnawler without a jury heard claims by Columbus Gino and wife against Roger Devilbies Margaret Hood Rothkdred Carpenter and Frances Scott Runkles over timber rights on land in Harrisville. Plaintiffs allege cutting and encroachment with disputed land boundaries and timber sent down on Grimes. Surveys varied and witnesses testified.
In Richmond Virginia on a February day an employee of a neat packing company attempted to subdue Ferdinand the Bull with a paralyzing blow. The bull vaulted over a five foot wall, struck a low hanging sprinkler, flooding the area and triggering the fire box emergency. Seven pieces of firefighting equipment raced to the scene. The bull retreated to the stock pen and workers eventually killed him with a rifle.
James Marlow explains the 1950 IRS forms 1040 long, 1040 short, 1040 A and 1040 0 A. He details income thresholds, who must use the long form, and how couples may file jointly or split income to save tax. He notes deductions and when to use each form, with examples and scenarios.
Washington November 7. The nation’s draft director told the House Armed Services committee that professional athletes should undergo basic training to determine physical qualification for limited service. Maj. Gen. Lewis B. Hershey supported screening athletes, while the committee weighs universal service and training legislation to extend draft age and duration, with 18-year-olds to be drafted to reach manpower goals.
A Washington analysis argues for a full inquiry into railroad labor management during the latest stoppage. It highlights defects in labor relations and governmental mediation, detailing a chronology from 1949 to 1951, including White House talks, memos, and wildcat strikes, urging clearer authority and better dispute machinery to protect the public and public interest.
An appeal to the Circuit Court by Emanuel M L Weimar Dresher Ta was filed after a recent fine of 20 dollars and costs. He must serve 80 days in jail on a drunken driving charge under Magistrate Tomes S. Class. Attorney Wilbur F Sheffield Jr represented him. A jury trial in the lower court saw Charles Hostentor charged with assault and battery released on bond. An appeal by Leslie C Schuldt from a fine ordered January by former Magistrate Manuel M Weinberg was dismissed. Mayane Lake posted bond before Mametvate George 2% on a charge of strafing and tubes valued at 3660 pending jury action.
George Washington University, Trinity and Wise Colleges students will attend a modern dance program conducted by Gertrude Lippincott at the Codege Dance Club. The event includes an eight oclock concert at Brodbeek Wall and is open to the public without charge. The visitor group arrives Friday and will perform at Gambrill gym Hashmi the next day.
Washington February report describes an undercover revolt among House Republicans. The group, upset at committee influence, threatens to protest on the floor if Chairman Wood of the D-Gal committee does not grant action. Several members privately threaten resignations as inactivity continues. Wood is out of city postponing an organizing meeting due to a brother's death in South Carolina.
Fragmentary notice notes various opinions about the state of nations and leaders as people long to express feelings and speed up the world. It referencesAlbany and social salons with casual remarks on institutions that placed them in power.
Fourteen members and a visitor attended the Rosedale Homemakers Club meeting at Mrs. Grover Michael’s home on Wilson Place Monday Feb 5. Mrs. Lochner and Mrs. Van Fossen led clothing committee discussion citing flaws and good features in ready made dresses.
Union Bridge will host a benefit dance at Elmer Wolfe school auditorium on Thursday from 8:30 Pp. am. to midnight, music by the Frederick Ensemble, sponsored by the P T A of the Elmer Wolfe school. Also notes on new local homes, a Union Bridge fire, Lions Club fuel, carnival planning, and church services for a colored Sunday school.
Hyattstown Volunteer Fire Company appointed drivers and accredited a captain plus sixteen first aid members for the Rescue Squad. A committee was named for the February 24 fundraising supper. New uniforms arrived as the business meeting proceeded at the fire hall.
A massive gasoline blaze at a Houston terminal was contained by dawn after an all night effort by about 200 firemen. About 20 firefighters were treated for exhaustion and minor burns as the 24,500 gallon tank burned, threatening adjacent oil tanks and aviation gasoline storage. The fire began when an asbestos valve gasket exploded causing a leak and flames shot high into the sky.
Deeds were recorded in the clerk s office for several property transfers. Noah F King and wife sold a 174 acre farm with impressions in New Market district for about 18000. Sam W Maples and wife sold 1208 Rockwell Terrace to Sam Mvnne Maples Jr for around 13400. George C Wisner sold 59 acres plus improvements on Thurmont Graceham road in Thurmont district to Marshall L Leatherman for about 1000. Richard F Kinier sold a building lot in Westbrook development to Leo F Miller for about 2000.
The Ladies Auxiliary of Amvets No. 2 held its February meeting on East Street with Sr. Vice President Pauline Gosnell presiding in the president's absence. One new member, Mrs. Wilma Haut, was inducted, and 1951 committees were announced including Membership, Program and Entertainment, Publicity, Health and Welfare, Memorial, and Child and Welfare. Refreshments followed. next meeting is March 5. A humorous note ends with a joke about wives dreaming of wealth.
Red Cross reports an expanded January program across committees as Civil Defense collaboration grows. Home nursing classes start February 21 for students and adults. 28 Emmitsburg high school girls and 10 Lincoln High School students earned certificates. Instructors train adults in Adamstown Doubs and Middletown, 199 garments completed, four sweaters knitted for veterans. Chapter volunteers drove 638 miles, three cerebral palsy victims aided, 158 social welfare hours logged, volunteers prep for expanded duties with new classes and recruit refreshers.
Mr and Mrs William B Bennett have returned from a three week visit in St Petersburg Florida Mr and Mrs Robert E Harrison Mr Airy spent last weekend with aunt and uncle Mrs Oscar Marx Elizabeth NJ Peter Peterson and Mrs Rettells welcome daughter Gail at Walkers Ville Frederick Memorial Hospital both mother and baby thriving S Sgt Demald R Becraft a Frederick area Air Force radio operator stationed at a Combat Cargo Base in Southern Japan participates in cargo flights to Korea and evacues to hospitals in Japan
Among the sick, Mrs. Raymond E Wilhelm is discharged from Frederick Memorial Hospital. Mr Franklin H Harrington is described as fairly good today. Mrs Charles Troupe has returned home from Washington County Hospital where she underwent an operation. Dr Robert S Tyson is in very critical condition at University Hospital Baltimore. Mr Henry Bury entered Frederick Memorial Hospital for observation. Mr C Bernard Smith is getting along nicely at Frederick Memorial Hospital. Mr Robert A Lambert has returned home after surgery and is satisfactory. Tonight at eight, Frederick Chapter No 447 Women of the Moose will meet in honor of Anna Rice and initiate a class of candidates.
Multiple wedding notices from Frederick and Monrovia detail marriages of Naor Mae Snoots to Maurice Mount Jr and Caralyn Crummitt to William A. Wulf. Ceremonies occurred December 16 and January 5 with families and clergy present. Couples reside with families as they begin newlywed life in Maryland. Followed by a second notice of Pauline Shelton and William H. Shelton Jr marriage on November 22 at Calvary Methodist parsonage with a reception and new home on Adam Road.
Mrs James M Cormick hosted a birthday party Saturday night at her Lovetville home to honor her husband. Attending were Mr and Mrs Hammond Ray Washington Mr and Mrs James King Clarkburg W Va Mr and Mrs Mert hid Haines Mr and Mrs Elwac Wills Mr and Mrs Edward Roye Frederick Mr and Mrs Harry Hill Brunswick Mr and Mrs Howard Zimmerman and Frances VanJonen Frederick.
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