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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1955
Page
2
Helen Keller plans a February start on a 40000 mile tour to aid Asia's blind, then retire after returning at age 75. Her life from deaf, dumb and blind at age two to a symbol of courage inspires mankind.
A discussion notes that declining industries hit cities like New York with causes including high costs taxes and red tape. It urges other cities to examine their negatives to attract migrants seeking new locations for industry. The Hagerstown Chapter of the National Association of Special Accountants plans January meeting at Hotel Alexander.
Mr Vincent DeP Yingling bought the Joseph F Hisenbauer grocery on North Market Street. The store will be renovated and Mr Yingling will take charge February 1. Malda Muller a pastoral was presented at the Opera House by a large company. Frank Hargett of this city received and accepted an invitation from President and Mrs Roosevelt to a White House reception January 26. General Jinn installation was held at Red Men’s Hall with Peter M Bader installed as commander. Prof Worth B Stottlemyer, former Waynesboro high school assistant, resigns to become bank doorkeeper.
FrAnk F Keefer a welder, painter and superintendent of Walet Works, died suddenly at his home on East South Street at the age of 66. The 751th annual Frederick Fair will be held this year on October 8 1 in. The Frederick County Agricultural Society plans improvements to Picnic Grounds along Fishing Creek site with outdoor developments by Merity administration. A number of fraudulent checks circulate in the city as reports say. The nation’s laid-up fleet increase is reported with Christmas presents valued at nearly five thousand dollars in checks from merchants.
In Peoples Court Magistrate Wilbur F. Sheffield jailed LeRoy Davis of Frederick for 65 days after finding him guilty of drunken driving, reckless driving, and driving without a license. Davis, at Heart of Maryland diner, was involved in a crash with a parked car after being intoxicated. Fines totaled 150 for drunken driving, 50 for reckless driving, and 25 for license violation. Additional cases include Pennsylvania motorist Alvin Howey cited for speeds over 90 mph and multiple collateral forfeitures for various violations statewide.
Secretary of State Dulles announced he would receive first hand information tomorrow from Dag Hammarskjold on the U N secretary general s mission to Red China seeking release of American prisoners. He defended the mission against claims of failure and discussed Formosa Strait and related defense issues.
Emmitsburg area notices report births at Warner Hospital and Helen Bushman visiting Baltimore, plus a St Euphemia recreation room shower for Louise Cool Peters. VFW Mothers March for polio fund set for Jan 26 with a food sale and card party Jan 27. Fire department notes, a 50th anniversary for Mr. and Mrs. Edward Long, and moves to Rocky Ridge. A Mite Lowery meeting plans a covered fish dinner Feb 22 and Lenten services. Other items include St Joseph’s School PCA meeting plans and community visitors.
A Washington report notes hopes rise that 11 American fliers held by Red China will be freed. The piece cites Ambassador Lodge and Secretary General actions, with a focus on unilateral diplomacy, avoiding face loss, and ongoing U.S. pressure through Dulles and Lodge briefings while congressional and public opinion loom.
Mrs Eleanor Craighall Perry daughter of Gen William Price Craighall died in General hospital Saturday night at Charles Town She was 82 born in George tar TEC and widow of the former postmaster Perry She had one son Terry and four daughters The Perrys of Charles Town are noted for public service in West Virginia politics and local affairs.
Mr and Mrs Kenneth L Frye of Yellow Springs announce the birth of their second child a son named Kenneth Gregory born Monday at Frederick Memorial Hospital The infant weighed 11 pounds 2 ounces Other items note Frank Calloway of Gaithersburg returning from a Florida trip Kenneth Enercott of Powlesville back from Puerto Rico and California Mrs Carroll Wiley home from a visit with Mr and Mrs Henry Remmers of College Park Miss Frith Hickman Lovettsville Va and Mr Raxsmond Housiey of Gaithersburg installed as worshipful master of Pentalpha Lodge Xp 10 Masonic Order at Gaithersburg with Robert L Younkims and Woo Housley officiating New awarthy matron of Pent alpha Chapter Order of Eastern Star Garthersborg is Mrs Edgar Mien mentions the last meeting of the chapter.
Among the sick, Mr. George C. Slagie, executive secretary of the Chamber, was sheriff of proceedings at the annual dinner and is under treatment at home on West Third Street. Mr. Lawrence Dors of Woodsboro, a patient at University Hospital Baltimore, suffers a kidney infection. Mr. Robert S. Grove of Rast Street undergoes rest and treatment at Washington Sanitarium Takoma Park. Lynne Marrella, month-old daughter of Mr and Mrs Richard C. Boone, was moved from Frederick Memorial Hospital to Puppy Detrack Hospital for treatment.
Miss Grace L Wastler daughter of Mr and Mrs Arthur Wastler Thurmont became the bride of Richard C Orndorff son of Mr and Mrs Loring P Orndorff of Jackson Virginia in a January 8 ceremony at Apple Evangelical and Reformed Church Thurmont The double ring setting featured white chrysanthemums The bride wore a white satin brocade dress with pearl and rhinestone trimming and a matching jacket and hat The bridegroom’s cousin Robert Early served as best man The couple will reside in Alexandria Virginia after a wedding trip The bride is employed by a Washington telephone company The groom is a teletype operator with the Southern Railway The reception followed at the bride’s home and guests came from Maryland Virginia West Virginia and DC A separate notice also covers the Stine Stine wedding and other remarks about local marriages.
Whiting Carlyle Faulkner longtime attorney since 1931 and former postmaster and National Guard commander in Martinsburg died after a long illness at City Hospital. He studied at the University of Virginia, served in World War I, and is survived by his wife, three daughters, a son, and other relatives. Funeral set at Trinity Episcopal Church with burial at Boydville. a son died in France during World War II.
Frederick County Ministerial Association met at Calvary Methodist with Rev. Ivory Blackman and Rev. Ralph Greiman Jr presiding. Dr. John Eberle urged calm prayerful deliberation, Bible reading, and interdenominational cooperation to promote human brotherhood and racial integration. A preliminary Frederick County Council of Churches meeting was proposed for January 30 at Calvary Methodist, with invitations extended to Frederick county pastors and interdenominational representatives.
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