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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Feb 15, 1958
Page
2
Lawrence Pare reports on local Frederick happenings from The News. The paper lists subscription rates and addresses, notes association with the Associated Press, and confirms publication details and mailing status.
Washington dispatch analyzes the booming medicine market and the rise of patent cures while federal agencies probe claims of miracle remedies. It notes sales exceed two billion annually for prescriptions and warns Americans face aggressive marketing of unproven products amid concerns about health culture. Also reports Civic Club Monday meeting at Hotel Frederick with speakers Charles McG. Mathias Jr. and James A. Grave, correcting a misprint.
Fifty years ago items include George Link of Woodstory injured fatally when his dog cart horse balked near Walkersville on a railroad crossing while returning from being juror in Urs city. A young colored couple were arrested for stealing dog collars and flags. The Diamond Bowling Team defeated Laurel Angerstown 55 pins with Shenk Crum Bailey Practer and Keely high scorers. Delegate reform for apple cider bill reported unfavorably. Elver F Munshowers visits Hive Ridge Summit, Pa on business.
The column mix recalls 1998 notes with 20 years past items, from religious leadership changes to local high school results and economic commentary. It highlights pastor appointments, the Thurmont health church history, and a Wyandotte-like national debate on unemployment, stimulus, and tax cuts.
Homemakers learn to prevent wear by placing small rugs, cleaning spills promptly, and using appropriate waxes and cleaning methods. The article covers vacuuming, dusting, and brushing to reduce wear and keep floors sparkling with minimal effort, noting differences for linoleum and rubber floors and the benefits of freshening with cool water.
A former Dade County state attorney sued the Miami Herald for two million dollars in a libel case alleging damage to his reputation from editorial content. Knight, editor and publisher, said the paper would appeal. The suit centers on reporting about a grand jury investigation and concerns George A. Brattingen, a controversial figure in local politics.
Miss Rose mary Oden daughter of Mrs Abel Oden Sherman avenue Frederick and Mr Frank Miller son of Mrs Frank Miller Lee Place Frederick were married Friday at St John Catholic Church. Rev Father Richard Mit chen officiated in a double ring ceremony before an altar decorated with snapdragons and palots. The bride wore a short white satin sheath dress with net overskirt and a cound neckline, and she carried an orchid mounted on a Bible. Miss Sylvia Olen sister of the bride was honor attendant in a blue gown with a headband carrying yellow and white carnations. Best man was James Mills. ushers included Albert Mullican Jr Richard Odes James Oden James Wer. A recital of wedding music was performed by Mrs Hobert Wess. The couple greeted guests at a reception at the bride’s home. The bride, a graduate of SS John’s Literary Institute class of 56, is employed as a tele m an. The groom, Frederick High School graduate of 1957, is a bricklayer. Out of town guests came from Washington Silver Spring Westminster Rockville and Glen Burnie.
In a detailed decision, the court rules that as Guy Thomas predeceased his wife, any estate he would have taken lapses and his widow cannot claim his share. The ruling discusses the will of Samuel D. Thomas and the intent to provide for the widow, with residues to siblings or issue per stirpes. The case touches on related railroad rate and state utility questions and sets a March 4 hearing date in the Pennsylvania Superior Court.
Vice President Nixon spoke at an Arizona GOP rally saying the nation will not tolerate a recession or rising unemployment. He argued confidence can fix the economy and cited defense, postal modernization, highway, and housing programs as signals of growth ahead. Rep. Martin supported the theme during the program.
Washington, D C. The Pennsylvania Railroad plans to curtail and consolidate passenger train service between major eastern cities, after the Interstate Commerce Commission stated it would not interfere at this time. The move aims to streamline operations and reduce costs.
In Chile a French skipper on the 5 000 mile float toward Tahiti nears the end of the leg amid crowds at Valparaiso. Ambassadors Robert de Baisonsou and another from Peru arrive to preside at ceremonies as the craft and crew complete the leg.
Frederick Community College recognizes three students for distinguished or meritorious scholarship on the Dean's list for the first semester. Names include Nelson Strathern of Brunswick and Ave Maria Summers of Frederick, with eligibility based on full-time status and quality point index thresholds.
A family of four from Taneytown was seriously hurt when their 1949 Ford sedan collided with a Pennsylvania railroad freight train at a crossing on Md 75 in Frederick County. The driver Joseph Leister 21 year old and his wife Melda 45 sustained critical and severe injuries while son Robert 15 and Richard 17 escaped with varying injuries. The car was destroyed. train damage reported. State police said the crossing had no blinker lights and the driver did not see the train until it was too late.
Teachers touring Fort Detrick were shown animal farm facilities and lab equipment including glasswork and a 15,000 RPM stainless steel bowl system. Dr. Melvin Habestein led tours past restricted areas, observed Guinea pig breeding for disease resistance, and noted large building costs and potential lab expansions. An accident near the site involved a vehicle collision with four hospital admissions and local family details.
Among the sick Mr Haymond L Kelly of Frederick Memorial Hospital underwent surgery on Wednesday and is reported satisfactory. Miss Margaret Weber is reformed to her home on West 1st. Mrs Eugene W Pruithas returned home from the hospital on Grove Boulevard. Rabstein shows educators the Rhesus monkeys used for the polio vaccine research in Pakistan. The Detrick plant tour notes stainless equipment and 24 hour operation with two staff and a lab expert. The article also mentions personal notices and local property sale at Jefferson.
Goltic Browning of 16 East Third Street, patient at Frederick Meare Hospital for weeks, was moved to Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore Friday. The transfer was performed by Cline and Son ambulance, with Ira G. Baer of Araby confined to his home.
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