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News

Location

Frederick, Maryland, United States of America

Date

Feb 28, 1955

Page

7

Over Counter Liquor Sales Sought by Frederick Delegation

Frederick county lawmakers push measures to legalize over the counter whiskey sales at Class A restaurants for on premises consumption and allow raffles by certain charities under specified conditions. No committee action yet. opinion mixed among groups including restaurant and nonprofit organizations.

Frederick County General Assembly Board of Managers Frederitk Corn Agricultural Society Fairgrounds Restaurant and Tavern Keepers Association Frederick Carroll County Bowens Pasinder Gation

Man Aged 76 Struck By Car on West Patrick Street

Oliver M. Baker, 76, of Frederick, was slighted injured when knocked down by a panel truck on West Patrick Street about 1.20 am. He was taken to Frederic Memorial Hospital. The truck was operated by Larry J. Hargett of West Second Street who said Baker stepped from the curb into the rear of the vehicle. Baker’s hands were cut. the incident occurred about 12:52 am on South Street near Hamilton Avenue. No charges were filed. total damage about $125.

Oliver M. Baker RFD Fi Frederick West Patrick Street Baker Frederic Memorial Hospital Alton Twenty Flarry J. FE. Hargett West Second Street South Street Hamilton Avenue John C. Benton Baltimore Calotate Teta Reanewedel William Mutchher Annalker

Two Slightly Hurt In U S 40 Crash Near Frederick

Two men were slightly injured when their car struck a bank on U S 40 east of Frederick Saturday night. Robert E Gouker and Carmel M Crigger received emergency room treatment at Frederick Memorial Hospital. Gouker said he brake when he thought the car ahead would turn, but lost control and the late model Ford sustained about 3200 in damage. No charges were preferred.

U.S. 40 Frederick Frederick Memorial Hospital Robert E. Gouker Hamilton Avenue Carmel M Crigger Botr Crigger Gouker Robert Dishone Bind Ford

Manslaughter Trial Set For March 10

Ernest Lee Thomas, a Frederick county roads worker, pleads not guilty to manslaughter in the death of housekeeper Maggie S. Leftice. Her body was found at his home south of Middletown after a brutal beating. Trial is scheduled for March 10. Other February grand jury indictments and pleas were also heard with multiple trials set for March 10 and March 11.

Ernest Lee Thomas Frederick County Maggie S. Leftice Middletown Patrick A. Lehnauffer Leftice John H. Beardsworth Bathmore G. Thomas Strother Brunswick Virginia Beardsworth Elwood D. Rice Baltimore Morguson H. Ridenour Duzelle W. Smith E .Usin James Roy al. Jackson Au James Glenn Donelson John LeRoy Myers Mr. James Elmer L. Horn Mrames Carroll OG. Appell Charles N. Reeder John C. Remshure James B. Hamilton Glen Main Charles H. Bollinger Paul E. Creager John E. Nuss Schnaufter Robert Q. Stover New Midway Stover Epics Thomas 8. Glass Samuel W. Bartick

Defense Attorneys Interview Witnesses in Fuller Murder Case

In Birmingham Ale P de fense attorneys questioned potential witnesses aiming to undermine the state's murder case against ex-Chief Dennis Sheriff Albert Fuller. Trial delays occurred as chief defense counsel said readiness for resume was postponed to tomorrow morning while the prosecution rested on Saturday. A recess was granted by Presiding Judge McElroy amid a chaotic scene surrounding the arraignment of four men arrested by federal agents during a raid on a high-profile Maryland case involving Commissioner Samuel W. H. Meley.

Birmingham Ale P Dennis Albert Fuller Fuller Patterson Roderick Beddow Junge ST Russell McElroy Waryland Samuel W. H. Meley

400 Attend Co-Op Meet Held Here

Approximately 400 members and guests attended the 32nd annual Farmers Cooperative Association meeting at Frederick High School. National Grange Master Hershel D. Newsom urged expanding farm exports and a two-price approach to boost farm income amid global competition and rising production costs. The session included reports, board elections, and a program of musical numbers and a skit.

Herschel D. Newsant National Grange Farmers Cooperative Association, Inc Frederick High School Newsom Wen Sewsoup Newsom Citer Edward F. Holter Av. Newsom Mudadi Bia Ad al Staley Ray HH. Smith Frederick Bruce E. Cram Sty William J. Wilcom

Five Men Injured as Wind Lifts Skirt in Manila

An 18-year-old girl walking with her brother and relatives in Manila was suddenly exposed when a gust of wind raised her skirt. Five men were injured in a ensuing melee as bystanders and family rushed to intervene, with witnesses and officials noting the chaotic scene.

Manila Selemrifiert Balarven

Little Man May Be Hit By Tax Cut

Washington Treasury Secretary Humphrey warned the House tax cut plan could trigger inflation and hurt small taxpayers. He opposed a compromise plan extending tax rates for 15 months and delaying the $20 per person cut, urging a careful approach as Senate Finance Committee hearings began. He labeled the compromise as political and opposed expanding deficits while supporting broader growth through spending cuts and revenue increases.

Washington Secretary of the Treasury Humphrey House Senate Finance Committee Tumphrey Senate Democrats Finance Committee House Bill, Vngarnushy Eisenhower Senate Committee Ways and Means House of Representatives Sen Carlsan R-Kan Juiy F Hanger

Blanket Of Dense Fog Halts Travel Across East In Morning

Fog blanketed the eastern half of the country early today, slowing ground traffic from Buffalo to points across the region. Temperatures ranged from the 20s to the 30s with heavy snowfall in the northern Great Plains, Montana, North Dakota, and northern Minnesota. Blizzard-like conditions closed ski meets in Reno and Park Lane. several travelers were stranded or delayed as weather disrupted routes and schedules.

Great Plains Sierra Ganges Tng Buffalo N.S Sibile Montana Novi Rakota Minnesota Donner Pass Reno Deseet Park Lane Apa Ota

Washington Army recall after mobilization shakeup

An unclear report notes a presidential action affecting the Army chain of command. It mentions a major general upgraded or assigned to permanent brigadier general and a recall of 259 men tied to the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad during a January business slump.

Washington James J Army Sena Bridiey Baltimore Baltimore and Ohio Railroad

Deed Clause Limits Use Of Frederick County Almshouse Land

A February grand jury urged replacing the county home for the aged and indigents with a new building, possibly with adjoining counties and state aid. The 88 acre parcel deeded in 1828 limits use to the poor, complicating sale. The current almshouse, built in 1870, remains functional but lacks modern standards, with fire doors and hourly night watch.

Montevue Frederick County Elias Brunner Levy Loups PS and Tachi Eeeert Bie

Weather Outlook Persists Amid Showers and Warmth

The weather pattern will continue across the Maryland Delaware region through Wednesday with widespread showers and a risk of thunderstorms in the afternoon and night. Temperatures reach the lower 60s with nights near 40 in some areas as the week progresses and mild, shower-prone conditions persist.

Maryland- Delawae Mars

Allegany U. S. 40 Modernization Sought for Four Years

The Allegany County delegation is asked by the U S 40 Association to revise Maryland State Roads Commission plans. They want U S 40 improvements completed within four years due to traffic diverted to the Pennsylvania Turnpike and U S 50. The current 12 year plan aims for completion in 13 years.

Allegany County General Assembly Maryland State Roads Commission Allegany Alaryland Maryland The Roads Commission

New Engine At Hyattstown Ready for Underwriters Test

Hyattstown volunteer firemen expect approval this week for a new 600 gallon GMC fire truck added to the fleet. Sunday tests at New Market showed pump capacity of 720 gallons per minute under water pressure. Underwriters’ tests, required by state insurance officials, will be the final inspection before the engine is placed in service. The department also fields a 1000 gallon pumper, a 400 gallon water wagon, and an ambulance, all radio equipped except the new unit. Chief Joe W. Price led a team to Battle Creek, Michigan last week for the engine, joined by Assistant Chief Farl R. Bedwaris Captain Norman G. Burdette and Vice-President Jesse C. Rippeon.

Hyattstown New Market Montgomery County Heyattstown Joe W. Price Hyattstown Volunteer Fire Department Battle Creek Mich Farl R. Bedwaris Norman G. Burdette Jesse C. Rippeon

Carrell Co Levy On Tobacco Proposed

A Carroll County bill by Senator Stanford proposes a county tobacco tax starting Jan 1. It would levy 5 to 6 tenths of a cent per 20 cigarettes, 1 to 4 cents on cigars by price, 5 cents per smoking tobacco package, and 2 cents per chewing tobacco piece. Violations carry fines up to 1.09 and up to six months in jail.

Carrol Stanford Off Carroll County

Redskins Games Televised On Local Stations

An announcement states Washington Redskins broadcasts and forecasts will originate on WTOP ratio TV channel 9. Home games will be televised on channel 9 while away games are shown on channel 7, with WATAL radio and TV also carrying Skins games.

Channet Ogets Washington

Worst Flood Disaster In Australia

Sydney reports Australia faces its worst flood in years with at least 45 dead and thousands homeless. Towns Nyngan Warren and Walgett cut off as six foot floodwaters surge through streets. about 6,000 people trapped. Floods drive 50,000 from homes in five days. authorities declare a national disaster. Army, navy and air force assist civilian relief as rainwater totals reach billions of tons in the Great Dividing Range.

Sydney Australia Nyngan Warren Walgett Walgelt Central West District New South Wales Army Navy Air Force

February ends with spring like note and warm highs

February closes with the warmest readings this month as a 70 degree high seems possible this afternoon if showers or a thunderstorm hold off. The airport logged 9 degrees at 2 30 am and Feb’s previous high was 58 with a 38 low Sunday. March expected to come in like a lamb with mild temps and possible showers. Weekend precipitation total measured at .18 inch. Driving charges filed for drunken driving on James Bimore on South Market Street. Wachter Brothers wholesale store reported break in on Haster Saints street with cash register ash taken. Bank stock market tone mostly higher with gains near 3 points amid a mixed start.

Tomisht Wachter Brothers Wholesale Haster Saints Street Charles Main Fotus

Red China Ready To Talk To U S

Burmese Premier U Nu said Communist China would receive an unofficial U S mission to discuss imprisoned airmen and Sino Western tensions. Dulles was briefed as he traveled from Rangoon to Bangkok and on to Laos and Manila paths. Prisoners include 13 Americans and four jet pilots held by Peiping, with U N efforts continuing amid cautious U S reaction.

Rangoon Burma U Nu Chau En-Lai U.S United States Peiping Chou Dulles U.N. General Assembly Dag Hammarskjold Hammarskjold Peipioga Reds China State Department Nammarskiold U.N North Korea John K. Arnold Silver Spring William H. Baumer Lewisburg Elmer F. Llewelyn Missoula Mont Eugene Vandi Clayton John W. Buck Armatheatre Tenn Wallace L. Brown Banks Amla Howard Brown St. Paul Minn Steve E. Kiba Akron Ohio Harry M. Benjamin Jr Worthington Daniel C. Schmidt Scotia Calif John W. Thompson II Orange Va John Thomas Dowtey New Britain

Await Reds Next Strike Amid Taiwan War Tensions

Formosa reports say Reds may resume offshore island war, with a cabinet reshuffle by the Kuomintang to restore wartime footing. Chiang Kai-shek's cabinet meets to discuss finances and currency rules as Formosan dollar slides from 29 to about 32 per SF since the Tachen withdrawal.

Taipei Formosa China Tomorray Central Committee The Kuomintang Chiang Kai-shek Chiang U.S Tachen Islands Here Tacheos Nanchishan

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