22 Feb 1949
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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Feb 22, 1949
Page
1
County officials and Sheriff Guy Anders review a plan by F Bowers and contractors to renovate two jail floors. The project would convert three tiers into more cells, add a new rear stairway, retain basement old cells, and cost about 50000 dollars with completion targeted for spring or early summer.
A garbled fragment describes a Saturday dinner for the G O P or related banquet tied to Hamana Spa and Toluca with references to St Jose and a 15 room mansion. The text names a one time performer or dancer who was burned on arms and face in a spectacular fire.
Washington reports that using the draft to expand the National Guard and Army Reserve to about 1,603,000 men was urged by James F. Byrnes and President Truman. They argued full strength is needed for peace, noting costs but insisting a cheaper program is not affordable. The proposal calls for a Guard of 475,000 and Organized Reserve Corps of 300,000, totaling 1,053,000, with states retaining control as now.
Dial telephone exchanges are now active in Braddock Heights Brunswick Tuckerstown Myersville New Market Walkersville and Thurmont making seven communities in Frederick County. Office manager Robert L Keyser Jr notes dial service has reduced party lines and fewer rings improving call quality. Residents report positive experiences with quicker calls and better service despite initial hesitation from some older users.
Fifteen girls competed for the national pie baking title in Chicago on February 22. The winner would receive a free trip and a chance to showcase pastries at major events. Names such as Eleanor and others from Charles Town and Wheeling were among the contestants.
The annual George x celebration No 163 A F and Lasons will be held at the Masonic Temple following the dinner. Rev Nevin E Smith pastor Emanuel Reformed Church Hanover Pa will be the speaker. Howard M Albaugh in charge of arrangements with committee members Raymond H Bursard Charles W Miller Holden J Felton Kirk D Cramer and officers of the Judge.
Western Shore leaders press for new taxing powers to fund schools. Lawmakers weigh state backing for bond issues and state credit for county school construction. Lane cites a $21 million capital program and possible $5 million state office bond as statewide questions.
Local authorities prepared to depart for Roanoke Virginia to bring Sam J. Burnette to trial on a warrant charging larceny of $100 from a Frederick confectioner. The case involves $200 alleged theft from Harvey A. Harrington Jr. on West South Street. Burnette reportedly waived extradition. Rosnoke officers prepared the warrant and planned departure.
In Washington on February 22, a House debate considered a compromise that could scuttle much of President Truman's civil rights program in exchange for repealing roughly a quarter of the Taft-Hartley labor act.
Sofia Bulgaria Feb 22 The Bulgarian Communist party denounces Protestant churches condemning their leaders and their activities. Officials claim Protestant leaders orchestrate disloyal actions and sectarian campaigns. The report notes church officials are accused of treachery and undermining state unity.
Maryland teachers protested an anti-subversives bill saying it would threaten civil liberties. Executive secretary Milson C. Raver of the STA warned the measure creates Gestapo like methods, urging amendments to safeguard citizens.
Tall Cedars of Lebanon host its first Family Night in Cresap's Room on West Second Street Wednesday. The program features entertainment and a comedy segment with Forest attendees and their wives. Frank J. Sazama of the Training Department and Robert L. Man are listed among organizers.
Wilbur Archer, a 34 year old World War I veteran, presented a six pound baby boy to St Francis Hosy after a performance. He fainted when a nurse displayed the infant, striking his head and requiring seventeen stitches to his face and chin.
Multiple weekend traffic incidents reported in the city. A scooter rider, May, was treated at Frederigg Memorial Hospital after a collision on Patrick Street with a sedan driven by Carl R. Drewer. no charges were issued. E Thomas Robertson, 15, described brush burns from riding on the scooter’s back. A second wreck on Record Street caused over $50 damage to two autos with no injuries. John Wilbur Miller and Catherine D. Bowers involved. A third crash on West Fourth Street involved Amy E. Davis and another driver, with both cars sustaining over $50 damage and charges for traffic violations noted. Police Sgt Ben Phebus and City Officer Norman Trump led investigations.
Two meningitis cases prompted Littlestown area schools to quarantine and close briefly with bus routes affected. Authorities reported the cases tied to spinal meningitis as the area awaits clarification before reopening.
The forecast calls for Maryland and Delaware to average four to eight degrees above normal. Mild conditions expected Wednesday and Thursday with little change. Rain possible late Thursday or Friday and again Sunday, totaling about one and a half inches.
The commission urges a breakup into distinct units for Research extension resources conservation commodity adjustment and finance plus a secretary staff service. It calls dissolving farmer committees from admin tasks and creating elected country and state farmer councils to advise without salaries, while maintaining per diem or travel allowances.
German appellate court freed Fritz Kuhn former leader of the German American Bund. He said he would seek to regain American citizenship and be released from confinement after serving 25 months of a ten year sentence for wartime acts. The court cut the sentence for time served and ordered formalities to complete.
The Nation Today outlines who must file and how new exemptions affect tax returns. It notes married couples may save by joint filing, explains $600 personal exemptions plus $600 per dependent, and mentions additional exemptions for age and blindness. It also describes who must file and when, with examples, and ends with a fatal Seattle case of an expectant mother killed before a routine police call.
A fragmented note discusses friction over the T H Law with hearings and letters to Senator Oo. It mentions NLRB counsel, the board, and a claim that the general counsel and the board lack the amicable relationship implied by the measure, outlining tensions between separate powers and duties.
Moscow reports claim a former U S embassy worker Annabelle Bucar published a book alleging U S Ambassador Walter Bedell Smith and other officials engaged in black market dealings and art smuggling. Smith and counselor Elbridge Durward Deny charges as baseless. A Russian ex-spy article notes domestic tensions as a separate topic. A separate note: a Jordan delegation plans armistice talks with Israel beginning Thursday.
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