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Frederick, Maryland, United States of America

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Feb 23, 1955

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130 At Cub Pack Dinner In Frederick

Approximately 130 members and parents of Cub Pack 276 attended the Awards Night banquet at Frederick Lutheran social hall. Committee Chairman Charlies Lanner organized the program. Scout Executive Chester Childs spoke on the History of Scouting and H. David Hagan distributed badges.

Frederick Lutheran Charlies Lanner Chester Childs H. David Hagan Charles Broadup Mr. Childs Peter Thomas Donald Yelton LeRoy Blumenauer Scott Oden Robert Clapp Nelson Lichtenstein Gary Kemp Gilbert Stroup Frederick Broadrup James Green Richard Clapp Edwin W. Hering Robert Lanner Rodney Kemp Keith Biser Jody Yona H. E. Schaden Charles E

Large Hampshire swine sale sets regional records at Frederick fairgrounds

The Maryland Hampshire Swine Breeders Association held its second most successful sale in 23 years at Frederick Fairgrounds. Total receipts reached 9190 with top gifts and gilt lots selling to William A. Shelton of Nottingham, Pa., while buyers came from multiple states. The 44H and FFA judging drew 199 entrants, awarding Robert Quensenberry first prize and distributing cash and feed prizes. discounts were offered to 4-H and FFA members.

Frederick Fairgrounds Maryland Hampshire Swine Breeders Association Wiliam A. Shelton RFD Nottingham Vere Culver Centreville Shelton Cedar Paint Farm Easton Mawry Farm Roaming Spring Cedar Point Farm Howard W. Wachler Frederick Pennsylvania North Carolina Virginia West Virginia Illnois Delaware Tennessee Maryland Charles H. Lutz Robert Quensenberry Simpsonville Lee Teeters Hagerstown Joe Hubble Moyersville 4-H FFA

Road commission probe prompts bill amendments

The 550,000 roads commission probe touches the Maryland legislature with talk of amending the bill to move it from emergency status to ordinary measure. If enacted the change would shift effective dates and voting requirements, signaling possible passage under a simple majority rather than a three-fifths vote.

Frederick Roads Commission

Brakeman Injured When Hit By Auto

Lloyd M. Harlacker a 43 year old railroad brakeman was struck by an auto on East street while assisting freight cars and hospitalized for leg and pelvis x rays. Emory L. Carmack driver of the northbound car struck him in a poorly lit section near Sixth Street. The incident occurred about 7 05 p m and no charges were reported.

East Street Frederick Memorial Hospital Lloyd M. Harlacker RFD Dover Norman Trump Sixth Seventh Streets Harlacker

Roads Inquiry Bill Sent Back To Committee

ANNAPOLIS Feb. 22 A family feud blocked a bill to probe the Maryland Roads Commission and Senate leaders withdrew the measure, sending it back to committee. Majority Leader Turnbull led the move to recommit for amendments to address opponents objections, a 15-13 vote with five Democrats joining Republicans. The bill remains a focal point in the 1955 Maryland Legislature.

Annapolis Maryland Roads Commission Senate Turnbull Balto County Maryland

Damascus Mothers Raise 840 For Polio Drive Report

G Franklin Burdette, chair of Damascus district Mothers March on Polio, reported 2090.01 raised with door to door collections and events. Highlights include an 80.55 at Druid Theater and a 538 student council dance at Damascus High School.

G. Franklin Burdette Damascus Mothers Baker Council Daughters of America Virginia D. Dietz Pryainzilmvis Ana Kak Druid Theater Boy Scouts Mazy Greene Evening Girele Odist Church Janice Greene Damascus High School Damascus High Etchison

Women's Club Fashion Theme Highlights 1955 Meeting

Ijamsville Homemakers Club met at president Mrs. Albert Bur dette’s home to spotlight spring and summer fashions for 1955. Mrs. Ryland Houston led the clothing chair with songs directed by Miss Marie Miller and Mrs. Harry Swomley.

Ijamsville Homemakers Ryland Houston Ijamsville Homemakers Club Albert Burdette Marie Miller Harry Swomley Joan Joyce Burdette Delbert Piper

Col Washington Described Before Kiwanis Tuesday

Charles McC Mathias Jr president of the Frederick Historical Society spoke to local Kiwanis about George Washingtons first visit to Frederick. He noted Washington was 23 and already showing early signs of resentment toward British rule. The luncheon discussed Washingtons demeanor and the colonial tensions that would shape events to come.

Charles McC. Mathias Jr Frederick

Washington and Braddock staff clash over rank on expedition

A historical account recalls George Washington initially declining Braddock’s staff due to rank concerns, then accepting after a special commission. It notes Braddock’s miscalculations guiding the expedition via Frederick, Washington’s arrival April 30, 1755, and a tavern stay on All Saints Street before the march resumed.

Washington Edward Braddock Braddock England Cumberland Frederick Col. Washington All Saints Street Guy Relivy Glenn L Main Ted Noffsinger Aldin Taneytown Club Henry R

Bet ter Vision Institute backs reading help for school children

The Bet ter Vision Institute says many school children need special reading assistance. The group advocates targeted programs to improve literacy and close gaps in early education.

Wee Moe AY Bee Ree The Better Vision Institute

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