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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jan 09, 1957
Page
3
The Frederick Maryland daily page notes standard newspaper notices and local notices from January 9 1951. The item outlines subscription rates postal rights and Associated Press republication terms. The publication is entered at the Frederick MD post office as second class matter.
The United States now can produce 133.5 million tons of steel annually, about 5 million more than last year, with capacity up 45 percent since World War I. Yet mills struggle to meet rising demand despite the large potential output.
Winter resort travel surges as more Americans seek sun and warmth. While final figures lag, indications point to record crowds in Florida and Gulf Coast spas, with resorts expanding facilities to host thousands fleeing snow. The trend, part of a decade long winter vacation growth, is set to surpass last year’s levels.
Harold Wayne Summers son of Mr and Mrs Harold Summers near Brunswick and Eugenia F Ford daughter of Fred Ford of Orangeburg S C wed December 29 at 3 30 p m in Episcopal Church Brunswick parsonage Rev James Fenhagen officiating Summers in U S Army stationed at Fort Lee Virginia and the couple now reside in Petersburg Virginia
At annual meetings of the Junior and United Fire Companies judges Motter and Gaver were re elected presidents. Frederick High School Athletic Association rents Groff Hall for season basketball with plans for out of town games. Peter Meader moves blacksmith shop to rooms near Crum’s carriage repository at the South Market street bridge. A cave in during mining on the Frederick and Mindietown Electric Railroad side western Catoctin mountain leaves five men narrowly escaped. Clyde Young buried to shoulders with hip dislocated, John Stone Jr. injured. The News today features A H Harrington new postmaster after Garrett S De Grange’s near nine year tenure.
Chief of Police Bartgis announced a new rule to tag cars found on streets after 1 am starting January 15 due to sewer work. Frederick saw the death of Charles F Schrodel at Frederick City Hospital aged 76, and new peak records were set by Potomac Edison for generation and demand on January 2 and 3, including 4 489 000 kilowatts and 4 774 000 kilowatts, with a one hour peak of 241 000 kilowatts on November 28.
Birth notices from Adamstown and Laurel list the first child for Mr. and Mrs. Benoit, a daughter hospitalized in Baltimore after a bridge incident. The article ties in discussions on the Eisenhower Doctrine with Pratts and families, noting Pratt’s engineering work and military service, plus community notices on AMVETS Auxiliary, Swamper Club nominations, and probate actions for John J. O’Neill.
Among the sick and recently treated residents, Mr. G. Travis Nikirk on West Fifth Street has left Washington County Hospital and is recuperating at home. Mrs. W. Osborne Schade at Old Braddock remains in satisfactory condition at Frederick Memorial Hospital after surgery. Mrs. Harold A. Frashour on Fairview Avenue was admitted as a medical patient to Frederick Memorial Hospital. Mrs. G. Raymond Shipley discharged from Frederick Memorial and convalescing at home. Mr. and Mrs. Walter Schmid of Northwood Baltimore are associated with 1233 Grenwood Ave. Mrs. Eva H. Bobo, formerly of this city, is at Doctor's Hospital after surgery. Mr. Claude Compher moved to Windsor Convalescent and Rest Home Braddock Heights. Mr. Walter Rudolph Fogle Sr. of Walkersville is recovering well after surgery at University Hospital Baltimore.
President Eisenhower will speak to Congress in person tomorrow after urging from congressional leaders. He trimmed the message to basics of his legislative program, reflecting concern Congress may not want a lengthy recital. Annapolis hosted a historic State House visit with 60,749 visitors in 1956, a record high for the site.
The article recounts using a toy bladder valve from a Fort Detrick project as an air duct seal to illustrate Article Ten of the League of Nations. It ties this to debates on world peace and compares Wilson era policy with contemporary party positions. The piece links military training, political rhetoric, and religious conflict history to current US policy discussions.
Gene E Summers son of Harold C Summers and Mrs Summers is in the U S Air Force stationed at Loring Air Force Base Limestone Maine A pleasant day was spent last Thursday at the home of Mr and Mrs David Biddinger Seneca Those present were Mr and Mrs Mote om am The Ra tirece of Mrs MrMcuIger
Maryland considers a bill requiring reflectorized plates for vehicles. State official James W. Curran says the Siiatestra Mining and Manufacturing Co. appears to control production with a visit from company officials. Curran notes the bill would force state purchase from Minnesota Mining and Manufacturing due to material compatibility. The proposed material must be visible from 1500 feet and last at least three years, costing 0.16 dollars per square foot versus 0.98 dollars for the Minnesota option.
A new Optimist Club is being formed for Braddock Heights professionals and businessmen with activities planned at the Fire Hall. Vernon N. Cassell was elected temporary president and Frank A Beathley named secretary treasurer pro tem. The group aims to obtain charter members and holds a planned dinner meeting with a guest speaker.
An early religious meditation contrasts the believing and the being in the Christian life. It argues that faith must be lived out through daily action and character, stressing practical devotion over mere assent.
Arthur Winebrenner, Woodsboro notable and Frederick Post staff member, marks his birthday today with warm wishes from friends. William Hoover of 118 West South Street observes his 82nd birthday and remains active at the United Fire Company engine house on South Market Street.
Decrees signed in Equity iCourt grant two absolute divorces. Mrs Shirley L Fout is divorced from Ralph E Fout and custod y of three children is awarded to her with $40 weekly alimony and maintenance plus court costs. Wilbur F Sheffield Jr represented the plaintiff. E Austin James l the defendant. Mrs Josephine K James of this city divorces Harry K James of Fort Wayne Ind and may resume her maiden name Josephine Kasiah Oden with costs ordered.
Leaders urged him to follow a long standing custom, but he reportedly replied that the tradition dates back only to Roosevelt and that the address should focus on immediate issues. Eisenhower's position on many Congress questions remains clear and concise.
The Jug Bridge Homemakers Club hosted a Christmas program for 27 members and guests at Mrs. Daniel Tiom ias Harmony Grove. Miss Exie Baker directed a program with readings by Mrs. Charles Murphy and Miss Hall Lee Ott, songs led by Mrs. Paul Main, and a social hour with gifts. Next meeting set for January 9 at Mrs. Howard Mayne’s home east of Frederick.
The Frederick News-Post announces January cash rewards for local news tips. Tips accepted weekdays until midnight, Saturday 8 am to noon, Sunday 4 pm to midnight. Prizes: $5 top tip, $3 second, $2 third, and $1 for the next five stories. First caller wins per story.
In the For All Children event a panel discussion featured Mrs. Charles Nicodemus, Mrs. Donald Eaves and Mrs. Richard Stup. Christmas carols followed by a prayer circle led by Mrs. Philip Beard. Susie Kershner performed seasonal music on her record, and refreshments were served by Mrs. Howard Kershner and Mrs. Robert Nicodemus Jr.
Lesson notes on misused words and pronunciations. Highlights convenient to and for, Ducat pronunciation duck at, misspellings of despair and disparity. Synonyms include abide dwell inhabit reside lodge. Daily word study urges mastering one word a day with complicate meaning and example.
The text discusses the origin of the phrase Go West Young Man Go West, crediting Horace Greeley with prominence rather than original authorship citing John Soule. It defines polled cattle as hornless and notes Baltimore as the first city with outdoor gas lighting. It adds a stat regarding the U S Civil Aeronautics Administration using extensive telephone and teletypewriter lines to control air traffic.
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