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News

Location

Frederick, Maryland, United States of America

Date

Feb 13, 1954

Page

6

Public decision on by pass to be given soon

Mayor Donald B. Rice said the public will be informed as soon as a definite decision is reached on the Frederick by pass after reconsideration by the City Planning Commission and the State Roads Commission. Planning and Roads chairs pledged public updates, as residents seek an eastern route study and possible survey constraints due to Camp Detrick land limits.

Donald B. Rice Frederick By-Pass City Planning Commission State Roads Commission G. Hunter Bowers Planning Commission Russell H. McCain Gs Baigerhs Bowers Frederick U. S Camp Derrick McCain Chemical Corps Detrick Worman’s Mill

Ammonium Hydroxide Fatal to Carroll Creek Fish

Ammonium hydroxide accidental discharge by a refrigeration contractor caused near total fish deaths in Carroll Creek Friday. Lab reports attribute 50 pounds diluted ammonium hydroxide dumped into a storm sewer draining into the creek, contaminating about 100000 gallons of water and wiping out fish, eels, and frogs along the banks. Officials urge disposal of carcasses and restocking efforts loom for the city.

Carroll Creek Camp Detrick Cecil D. Miller Detrick YALES Salu Quay du Independent Chemical Corps Fairgrounds Forbes Burgess Hirst Col. Miller Culler Lake

Rear Admiral McMorris Dies Aboard a Liner

Rear Admiral Charles H. McMorris, 638. Work War 1 American naval hero and retired commander of the 7th U. S. Naval District, died aboard a British liner near Valparaiso, Chile. He suffered a heart attack while preparing to sail for Europe. McMorris ended a 44 year Navy career in 1952 and served as chief of staff to Admiral Nimitz in the Pacific during World War II. He commanded task forces in Alaskan waters and earned praise for a 1943 daylight action in the Bering Sea defeating a superior Japanese force with a dee strever-torpedo attack. He was a native of Weiumpha, Alz.

Valparaiso Chile Charles H. McMorris U. S. Naval District Shortis Europe McMorris Adin Chester Nimitz Pacific

Frederick Chamber of Commerce Names Committees and Chairs

A Frederick Chamber of Commerce roster lists Clyde M. Roney as president and George C. Slagle as manager announcing committee appointments. Names span Agriculture, Athletic, Aviation, Conservation, Education, Entertainment, Fire Prevention, Historic Traditions, Legal, Legislative, Membership, National Councilor, New Industry, Public Health, Public Relations, Traffic Safety, Retail, and Housing, with chairmen such as Mehrl J. Ramsburg, Thomas Glass, Herschel Gibbs, Day Kline, G. W. Gallup, John Fitzpatrick, Jacob Ramsburg, Raymond Brehaut, Charles K. Taylor, Paul S. Michael, Dr John M. Culler, and John J. Shaw.

Frederick Rall Paul M. Carmack Alvin G. Quinn J. Richard Ramsburg Dorsey F. Shipley Aviation Committee Herschell Gibbs Emmett Bovwlus Preston J. Jerrell Tl. W. Crickenberger Bruce E. Crum Frank MM. Dertzbaugh Henry 0. Lakin Charles H. Remshere Karl Remshere F.C. Lanner Richard F. Kline Warner L. Britain Jesse Fifer Warne C. Neely Robert Pilgram Elow Pruitt Harry 0. Smith Edwin H. Sponseller G. W.gallup Richard Baumgardner Clinton Thomas J. Crum L. Donald Davis Lincoln D. Engelbrecht A. Hart Etchison Louis ¥. Keyser Lewis Martz Edward Shriner. Jr George I. Smith Robert L. Smith National Charles E. Mullen Clyde E. Thomas Wm. E. Zimmerman Public Health John M. Culler Norvell Belt Forbes Burgess Charles V. Main Paul W. McAuliffe Robert E. Delaplaine Wm. &. Hardy Alan W. Long G. L. Thomas Traffic, Safety and Parking Committee Roger Willard John Alexander Bennett, Sr Bruce Crum E. C. Hartmann Elmer E. Hodges Charles W. Magaha Philip Wertheimer Wm. H. Bartgis John J. Shaw John W. Morgan R. F. Simmons

Swede Kinberg's Berlin peace mission ends in clash

In East Berlin on January 26 a 7 foot Stockholm exporter Albert Hilding Kinberg clashed with Soviet embassy guards after rushing Molotov. Kinberg knocked down several men with a chair and was beaten. his German-born mother defended him, saying he sought peace. The Swedish consulate is seeking access.

Berl Molota Albert Hilding Kinberg Stockholm Margot Rodatz-Kinberg Molotov Berlin Kinberg East Berlin Tio

Growing Friction Between U.S. And Rhee Government

Seoul dispatch details rising tensions between the United States and South Korea under President Syngman Rhee. It outlines four fault lines including armistice remnants, U S military relations, reconstruction delays, and Japan policy, highlighting calls for strong U S policy shifts and potential for worsening strains.

Belman Morin Seoul United States Republic of Korea Indochina James A. van Fleet Gate Kas Casualiaiee Syngman Rhee Korea ROK Yodag Pyun Yung Tai Maxwell ‘D. Taylor 8Th Army Rhee Taylor U.S van Fleet U. S Uncle Sam C. Tyler Wood Combined Economic Board Pyun United Nations South Korea Japan

Death Of Stalin Brings Italian War Prisoners Home

Sixteen Italian war prisoners and 10 officers, including a chaplain, were released by the Russians, elevating hopes of repatriation after 12 years in Soviet camps. Enrico Reginate of Treviso said Stalin's death revived their chances, though Italy claims hundreds remain in forced labor and camps.

Veenna Austria Stalin Enrico Reginate Trevisio Yast

Maryland Senate backs liquor tax bill shares to counties

The Maryland Senate approved a bill to raise the liquor tax from $1.25 to $1.50 per gallon and allocate one third of receipts to counties or Baltimore City. Critics called it anomalous as liquor interests oppose tax hikes yet back this plan to aid subdivisions. Senator McLaughlin questioned the loss of state revenue and how to cover $900,000, while supporters argued city and county already benefit from similar arrangements. The vote edged 18-8 and awaits final passage next week, with potential gubernatorial veto risk.

Annapolis Maryland Senate McKeldin Senate House Baltimore Baltimore County McLaughlin Baltimore City Preston D-Balto

State finances face shortfall as welfare budget rises

Maryland officials warn of tight funds amid unemployment spread and higher welfare costs. Welfare Department head Thomas J Waxter told finance committees costs for next year could exceed governor’s proposal by 463000 pounds equivalent, prompting request to classify 620000 surplus as emergency funds. He warned of a possible 50000 shortfall by year end even with full budget.

Maryland Senate House Ways and Means Committee Welfare Department Thomas J. & Waxter Waxter Gov. McKeldin Tn No Fin Wer Reha

Eisenhower Bags Quail At Georgia Plantation

President Eisenhower, on vacation in Thomasville Georgia, shot 10 quail at Humphrey's plantation estate within three hours of arrival. He hunted with a bird dog and a shotgun, joining Secretary Humphrey and the party for a late afternoon session and planned more hunting after breakfast tomorrow.

Eisenhower Thomasville

Gilt Boxes For Overseas Gift Drive By Students

Frederick county pupils under the Junior Red Cross have packed gift boxes for shipment abroad containing pencils crayons water colors erasers compasses and school supplies. toothbrushes soap combs and toys are included with boxes supervised by teachers and Mrs Benjamin Rosenstock chairing the local effort. Since 5 000 000 boxes have been sent to needy nations this year the program is viewed by the State Department as a key step in fostering future friendship.

Frederick County Red Cross Benjamin Rosenstock Junior Red Cross United States State Department

South Magnetic Pole Relative to Sydney Distance

A historical note indicates the south magnetic pole lies directly south of Sydney, Australia, roughly 1800 miles away from the pole. The statement places the pole's position in relation to a major southern city for geographic reference.

South Magnetic Pole Sydney Australia South Pale

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