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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jan 16, 1961
Page
4
Builders optimistic about 1961 reflect a growing housing demand and industrial expansion raising capital outlay. A slight 1960 construction dip due to cautious economy, higher interest rates, and equity limits is seen as temporary, with bond issues, utilities spending, and highway program fixes likely to boost activity.
A reader argues for a limited doe season in Frederick County citing rising deer numbers and orchard damage. The letter disputes a critic from the public, notes deer wander into farm country, and mentions nearby states with doe seasons. It also references bow hunting and a personal anecdote about camera near misses, and ends noting tenor Eugene Miller touring with Lebanon Valley College.
Former SS General Erich von dem Bach-Zelewski goes on trial in Nuremberg accusing him of killing Baron Anton von Hohberg Buchwald in 1934. He allegedly aided Goering in death by poison and later claimed passing Goering the poison vial. The prosecutor notes this detail was not part of the current case.
The Woman’s Democratic League of Frederick County plans a dinner dance and officer installation at V F Country Club west of Frederick on Thursday January 26 at 6 30 p m. Committee members Mrs Helen McKenzie Mrs Madelyn Himes and Mrs Louise Fraley invite members and friends to attend with tickets due by January 28.
Fra Franklin Jane Wheat of Frederick is a candidate for the Bachelor of Science degree at Florida Southern College's mid term commencement exercises on January 28. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. W. E. Wheat of Route 2.
LYNCH LODGE OF MASONS installed Philip Seeger as Wor Shipful Master. THE WAGON OF DRAYMAN Harvey Smith stuck in mud on Franklin street at Schreys ville while removing the cement mixer for the Frederick abattoir building. Miss Nellie Hunichen a graduate of Frederick College has been appointed stenographer and bookkeeper for Dr A L Pearce druggist. Mrs Sarah A E Toms sold her cottage The La Forda Braddock Heights. Miss Lifian Birely shown at a little boudoir with guests including Scotia Whe of Norfolk explained garments. Miss Bireley’s engagement to Reg Jere Greenhow Parker of Richmond was announced. A meeting of LV dependent Hose Co instructed secretary to send sympathy to United Steam Fire Co as it nears retirement. Jacob Rosenstock renewed as president. Mrs Isaiah NX Loy found a man asleep in lounge. officer Brengle removed him. Dr W G Benner to conduct tuberculin tests in county. Windstorm damages a steel wind engine and tower on Margaret E Hood farm. wind wheel blown, tower torn, diesel engine replacing mill.
Five men prepared to leave for army induction. Former city chemist George A Zeigler to sail for Bolivia to take new post with Sociedad Cemento Boliviano of Viachi La Paz district. Mrs Zeigler and daughter Ruth to join later. A chimney fire on Dili Avenue caused minor damage. Juniors and Citizens Truck Co extinguished a minor auto fire on South Court Street. Winter sleet slowed traffic as county roads and city streets iced. Scout leaders in Francis Scott Key District announced 135 Boy Scouts from the county would attend inauguration ceremonies. Fort Henry events noted.
Among the sick Mrs Raymond Keyser of Yellow Sprit has been a patient at Frederick Memorial Hospital since January 4 and is somewhat improved. Mr Harvey Shone East Par eel has returned home after surgery at Frederick Memorial Hospital. Mrs Alonzo G Wachter who underwent major surgery at Frederick Memorial Hospital has returned home 71 Trai Avenue. Mrs William R Hinshaw Kline boulevard who entered Frederick Memorial Hospital on Tuesday as a medical patient is reported in satisfactory condition.
Tass reports Moscow's Lenin State Library houses about 21 million books magazines and periodicals reflecting vast archival holdings in the capital.
Rev Charles Hastings joined Mr and Mrs Grabill in a Union Bridge ceremony at the Methodist Church Hall on December 21 1910. Mr Grabill a retired plumbing and heating contractor started the firm the year of the marriage and his son later took over. About 173 relatives attended as guests at the celebration with a three tier cake and decorations by Mrs Meade.
Pro Communist forces gain momentum in Laos as Royal troops retreat from Ta Vieng. Air strikes report a rebel truck destroyed amid fog, with government units retreating 1,000 to 1,500 soldiers. Fears grow for Luang Prabang and Vientiane as rebel advances threaten multiple fronts.
Frederick Memorial Hospital records births from January 13 to 15 naming families and newborns. Notables include George Henry Jr and Judy Lee born to local couples, with several other births listed from Frederick and surrounding towns. Prices for wheat corn barley and other markets noted as approximate cents and dollars.
The notice lists Robert W. Aumen of Derry Township died January 8 in Hershey PA, noting his service in WWI, civic affiliations, and surviving family. It also reports Eugene Augustus Brown death at State Hospital, Wilbur S. Bosteiter death in Hagerstown, and William E. Dinterman passing in Miami, with brief biographical details and survivors. Additional line includes Kenneth Franklin Frock of Taneytown, a former filling station operator.
Obituaries list multiple local figures including Mrs. Leta Fleagle of Frizzelburg and J. Curtis Stambaugh of Detour with services at Fass funeral home and M. L. Creager in Thurmont. Other notices include Samuel Finneyfrock of Rockville, Julia Shafer of Rou, and Patrick Stoner Jr. in Emmitsburg with church rites and interment plans.
Funeral services for Miss Carline Cecelia Crouse of 227 East Church were held with prayers at home and a Mass at St. Joan's Church led by Rev. C Mitchell. Interment followed in St. John's cemetery. Funeral directors were Eichison and Son. Notes list pallbearers and attendees from local families.
Mrs Rodgers T Smith of Kensington announces the birth of her second son James Seth Bartlett born January 13. The former Adelade Brinsfield of Oxford is named. Capt Smith serves with the United States Marine Corps. Mrs Frank C Shook and Captain Smith celebrate their 54th wedding anniversary. Cathy Ann Mills, of McMurray Street, turns six years old this Sunday.
S Roscoe Molesworth of Mt Airy was named one of 15 lieutenant governors honored at the Capital District Kiwanis Mid Winter Training Conference at Old Point Comfort. He received a Past Lieutenant Governor pin for 1960. Donald H. Race of Front Royal is the new ninth division lieutenant governor.
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