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News

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Frederick, Maryland, United States of America

Date

Jan 14, 1959

Page

9

Hazardous Conditions In Woodlands In Frederick County

Extremely hazardous conditions persist in Frederick County woodlands due to dry windy weather. Forester Herman Toms warns residents to be cautious with outdoor fires as several brush fires and field fires keep fire crews busy. Rain is forecast tonight and Thursday, with colder, windy conditions resuming Friday. Ice up to 20 inches thick forms at Linganore Creek plant, and Fishing Creek reservoir sits deeply frozen as water levels drop.

Frederick County Herman Toms Washington County Singapore Linganore Creek

Frederick to appoint new county dog deputy Stockman

The County Commissioners announced Frank E. Stockman of Frederick as county dog deputy succeeding Ezra L. Cramer Sr. who resigned Monday. Stockman, a native of Frederick and longtime driver for the Board of Education, will assume duties immediately.

Frank E. Stockman Frederick Ezra L. Cramer Sr Stockman West South Street Cramer Board of Education Frederick Tailoring Company

Povich Only Man Among 19000 Women

Washington sports columnist Starley Povich is singled out as the sole man in the new Who's Who of American Women. He jokes about the inclusion and notes occasional misaddressed mail to Miss Shir ley Povich. The Bay waters also thaw, resuming ship traffic toward normal.

Washington API Starley Povich Washington Post Povich Shirley Povich League of American Péen

Austerity And Sacrifice For Generations

Secretary of State John Foster Dulles argued before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee that austerity and sacrifice may be needed for generations to counter communist economic and military growth. He cited three aims of U S foreign policy and warned that failure would threaten national objectives while urging firm stand against Red China and the Soviet bloc.

Washington John Foster Dulles Senate Foreign Relations Committee Dulles Red China Soviet Bloc United States

Doctor Fined After Car Hits Officer On Rainy Street

Dr. John H. Messler of Johnsville was found guilty of reckless driving and fined 25 dollars plus costs after his car skidded on a rain slick West Seventh Street, struck Officer Alton C. Twenty, and left him with five broken ribs. The case, heard by Magistrate Wilbur F. Sheffield Jr, was appealed by attorney Robert E. Clane Jr.

John H. Messler Johnsville Wilbur F. Sheffield Jr West Seventh Street Alton C Robert E. Clane Jr William A. Boone Jr Mes Seventh Fairview Fairview Avenue Twenty Boone Dr. Messier Officer Twenty Robert Russell Frederick Messler Harry Burkett Jr Taney Apartments Millard Wireman Braddock Heights City of Frederick Messier Messer Rea Lovee

Beall Oversight Causes Vote Count Dispute in Maryland

In Calvert County a counting error allegedly overstates Republican Beall by 2910 votes over D Alesandro in the November election. Prendergast, Republican analyst, says the official tally should show Beall trailing by a margin. secretary Hellmann has not corrected the record.

Annapolis Calvert County Sen Beall R-Md Snomas LD Alesandro William 3B Prendergast Republican Committee Secretary of State Claude B. Hellman Hellmann D'Alesandro Cal D’alesandro Feall Prendergast Beal

Fire in Oakland apartment building leaves fireman dead

In Pittsburgh fatalities occur when a blaze followed a dispute between a basement handyman Ernest Goler 41 and Miss Ann Owens 49. The two were jailed on felony suspicions as detectives A found they argued while drinking and accused each other of starting the fire near the University of Pittsburgh campus. Fire Chief Stephen Adley cites 40000 dollars in damage. Bartley O Malley 34 died trapped on the second floor. Three other firefighters were treated for smoke poisoning and injuries with four more hurt in a truck collision en route.

Pittsburgh Ernest Goler Ann Owens Goler Owens Miss Owens Miss Stephen Adley Bartley O'Malley

Francis Scott Key Hotel Shows Profit in 1958 Despite Traffic Woes

The Francis Scott Key Hotel posted a 1958 profit while noting insufficient income to pay dividends. Manager Jack K. Lee said freeway traffic changes reduced noise complaints and efforts continue to boost occupancy. Renovations and upgrades costing about 20 thousand dollars were completed, including room repaints, new rugs, and improved tavern facilities.

Francis Scott Key Frederick Hotel Company Wedgwood Vrear Frederick Jack K. Lee West Patrick Street Lee Lewis R. Dertzbauch Roger B. Wolfe William D. Hatemond Kleist KR. Ames Hendrickson Ricchard F. Kline Philip R. Winebrener

Executions In Cuba Draw Criticism

Washington reports a congressional outcry over Cuba s new revolutionary government and its wartime executions. Critics say lack of formal trials undermines legitimacy while supporters warn against undermining the revolution. Estimates place the dead at about 150 as officials suspend executions awaiting trial procedures.

Washington Cuba Starin Cette Dam United States Tues- Aas Pty UA House Fidel Castro Hemisphere Castro Sen Homer Capehart R-Ind Capehart Senate Foreign Relations Committee George Aiken Ir-Vi Charles C. Porter D-Ore Wayne "Morse

Five Day Forecast For Maryland And Delaware

The Associated Press reports mild conditions in Maryland and Delaware with occasional rain on Thursday. Temperatures will average 10 degrees below normal with daily precipitation around a quarter inch or less. Snow flurries are possible in the mountains late Thursday night and in extreme Western Maryland. Lows range from 18 to 26 with highs 38 to 44, cooling toward weekend.

Associated Press Maryland Delaware Marylaugh

Heart Ailments Lead Frederick County Deaths in 1958

A preliminary Frederick County Health Department report shows 791 deaths from all causes in 1958 with 342 due to heart ailments and 92 from cancer. Births total 1,612, while final figures may adjust counts after state review. Brunswick planning leaders discussed zoning impacts near the county area.

Frederick T. B Ules Auuiery State Health Department Hater Frederick County Heart Commission Arthur B. Hatton Brunswick James Cummings

Virts Heads Important Legislative Committee Appointments

Frederick county delegate Virts was named chairman of the Iman Veterans Militia and State Police committee. Charles Smelser joined Ways and Means, with Matthias Jr. as the sole Republican on Judiciary. Other picks include Utterback to Labor and Agriculture, Houck to Banking and Civil Defense, Mathias to Chesapeake Bay, and Barrick named to 16 committees including Judicial Proceedings and Transportation.

C. Clifton Varts Frederick County Iman Veterans, Militia and State Police House of Delegates Wilkinson General Assembly Charles TH. Smelser Virts Charles McC Matthias Jr House Charles Bh Mator Gary Lutterback Smelser William M. Houck Mathias Chesapeake Bay Houck Samuel W. Barrick

Woodsboro real estate sale nets large totals at court house

A large Woodsboro crowd witnessed brisk bidding for two Woodsboro district properties, including a farm of about 170 acres along Maryland road and a two and a half story brick house on Mary land 19. The farm sold for 536 900 to Richard and Mrs. Garst. the house for 14 250 to Nelson and Mrs. Trout. Executed by executor Alton Whitmore and Mamie Crum Brice, with Emmett and Jowlus as auctioneer and Amos Holter attorney.

Court House Woodsboro Elsie G. Boone Ims Acres Maryland New Midway Richard Garst Chioe Nelson E. Trout Alton C. Whitmore Mamie Crum Brice Emmett &. Jowlus Amos A. Holter

Mystery Caller Seeks Capitol Directions From Baton Rouge Booth

A confused man phoned Baton Rouge police seeking directions to the state Capitol. He spoke with Desk Ser. M. K. Gundy and briefly stepped outside a phone booth before returning, unsure of his exact location near the Walk sign.

Baton Rouge

Public Hearings Promised for Cuban War Crimes Suspects

In Havana the regime suspended executions and pledged public trials for about 3000 jailed on war crimes charges. A palace spokesman said no date is set for resuming executions, and reporters will witness future trials from trial to execution.

Havana Cuba U.S Fietatar Pulaaneiy Balieta Manuel Corrutia Fidel Castro Castro Tikegeemonte Batista Mier Santiago Oriente Heesil Ula United States Seo Wayne Morse D-Ore Senate

Tawes Inaugurated Maryland Governor Faces Budget Pressures

Maryland swore in J. Millard Tawes as governor at Annapolis. He outlined four principles for his administration, warned of future fiscal pressures, and pledged open government while postponing detailed budget talks to later in the month. He noted expected growth in population and demand for highways, schools, hospitals, and welfare programs.

Annapolis Maryland J. Millard Fawes Tona Tawes Fastern United States Court of Appeals Willam K. Henderson Senate George Washington Continental Army Massad Hts Jin Dhese Tiv du Avda Ub Uedees Theodore R. McKeldin Cur Ate Belamee CME

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