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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Feb 16, 1960
Page
1
A weekend snowstorm frozen highways and disrupted life as the State Roads Commission logged 600 cubic yards of salt and 302 tons of cinders used, with total material costs near 29 000 and additional expenses for plows, salaries, and county and city snow removal efforts.
A Navy jet crashed into a house five miles from Weeks, killing Lt. Gordon N. Bigk, 35, and civilian passenger Halmi, with Halmi’s family as residents. Jake, a University of South Carolina graduate, was attached to Attack Squadron 153 and a Mountain View Union High School student.
A short treated piece discusses aging differences between genders and hints at a reader’s takeaway about physiology and behavior. It introduces the idea that men may show aging signs sooner, inviting curiosity about lifestyle impact and health awareness.
A record number of students will compete in the model home contest tied to this year’s Home Show. Over 30 applications have been received with a February 25 deadline and more expected. Eligible students in grades 9 to 12 apply via shop teachers. top three from each school advance to finals on display at the Home Show March 2 to 5 at the State Armory. Sponsors: Junior Chamber of Commerce and William B. Bowers Lumber Company.
Frigid conditions grip the city with students trudging to school on a snow day. The coldest spell of winter so far reached 13 degrees, second only to December 23’s 12 degrees. City crews work to clear Main, Market, and surrounding streets as a minor storm passes with limited damage and a warming forecast ahead.
Nixon will enter Wisconsin’s April 5 primary, becoming the third major candidate alongside Democrats Humphrey and Kennedy. State Republicans push for a stronger showing to revive the party after Democratic gains two years prior. Two tax assessment complaints were heard by County Commissioners Delbert S. Null and A. Irvin Rennheard. Irvin Shankle and Harry Wachter sought relief on East Church Street and Pine Avenue properties.
Annapolis AP The first major test of the governor’s teacher pay plan was set for today in the House Ways and Means Committee. Chairman A Gordon Boone said the rival bill should be on the committee calendar before the afternoon session. The governor backed bill would give 3000 a year raise for teachers with at least 10 years experience, financed from surplus funds, at an estimated 4.3 million dollars yearly.
President Eisenhower asks Congress for 4.175 billion dollars in fresh foreign aid to counter the Communist bloc. The plan allocates two billion for weapons aid to allies and 2.175 billion for economic and technical assistance, citing the December Goodwill tour and need to avert war.
E Gibson of Lincoln Awart faced six months for assault after a February 3 incident in Frederick County. A knife found on Gibson contradicted witnesses who said he wielded a longer blade. Witnesses Hallman and Palm described a heated dispute sparked by gossip about Gibson's private life. Alfred L. James pleaded guilty to intoxication and received a suspended 30 day sentence.
The Brookhill church near Yellow Springs seeks 75000 for a combined worship and education center. Cochairmen Mack Cannon and Roger Esler head the finance committee. possession of the new property from Wachter is to occur in April.
Delegates Blair Lee and William Houck introduced a resolution for a joint council study on long range tax sources for Maryland counties and municipalities. The proposal seeks a comprehensive survey of special state and local revenue options to fund local government and education without heavy reliance on property taxes.
Rep. George H. Fallon of Maryland filed for renomination to his ninth term in the Fourth District. He mailed his application to the secretary of state from Baltimore and already faces one opponent, former State senator Francis Dippel. Fellow incumbent Rep. Daniel Brewster was set to file for the Second District later that day.
Anchorage reports an unidentified flaming object seen over western Alaska skies. Air Command and Elmendorf officials gather witness accounts noting varying speeds and altitudes as Maj. Roy E. Haines confirms efforts to identify the phenomenon.
Farmers and Mechanics Citizens National Bank filed an appeal in Circuit Court against the Comptroller of the Treasury over a sales tax. The bank argues the levy violates the U.S. Constitution and Rule 65 and that items taxed were for use in banking business. Attorneys Storm and Mathias Jr. expect to file a full petition within ten days.
Prices slipped in afternoon trading in New York as concerns over automotive issues weighed on the market. Analysts noted modest declines across major sectors and cautious sentiment persisted.
A regional Lutheran evangelism mission launches this Sunday sponsored by 21 area churches. The program features Rev. Reinberzer, a former Hood College student, and Rev. Donald G. Doll of Ardmore Pa. along with other missioners nationwide. The effort includes multiple parishes such as St. Paris, Ardmore, and Mt. Tabor Lutheran with support roles from church boards and social mission societies.
In Downieville California jurors gather as the case of Larry Lord Motherwell, 43, charged with murdering Pearl Putney, 62, unfolds. The defense faces 14 challenges while the prosecution holds 16 as voir dire proceeds under Judge Warren Steel.
Buenos Aires AP report says the Argentine navy continues to pursuit a mysterious submarine in Golfo Nuevo with public theories ranging from Soviet to Nazi escapees. Officials admit the intruder may have slipped out despite blockade patrols.
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