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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1961
Page
1
Weather forecasts spark worry as predictions oscillate about snowfall amounts with residents recalling past storms. Forecasters say tomorrow may bring snow with cold nights and a potential 18 to 23 degree low, while Friday could turn sunny and cold.
A jury found one of 18 year old Netroes guilty in a case describing an assault on a woman in a first floor apartment. Testimony stated the victim screamed as her clothing was torn and she fled, with police noting the suspect's statements about forced encounters. In a separate note, Baltimore bank reports a teller, Anthony A. Maxen, 43, of Glen Burme, was arrested for embezzling 4750 dollars from the suburban Baritone Trust Co branch and released on bond.
Several property owners appeared before the County Commissioners in assessment appeal hearings. Each argued their true market value and income, citing rents, building conditions, and farm improvements. Officials noted farm buildings must be assessed and explained how location and unit grouping affect taxes. Complainants were told they would be notified of decisions.
President Eisenhower at a news conference in the Treaty Room of the White House stated his greatest achievement was preserving peace during a volatile era. He cited the arms buildup, Cold War threats, and Korea war as dangers that required firm policy and risk taking to avert global war.
Frederick County Health notes show heart disease as the leading cause of death with 308 victims in 1960, down from 329 in 1959. Cancer rose to second with 128 deaths, cerebral vascular incidents ranked third, and auto accidents caused 27 fatalities. Infant deaths totaled 45 with 18 tuberculosis deaths, though only five residents actually died of TB.
Contract signed with Monumental Films to produce and soundtrack the Maryland Legislature’s February 15 session marking Civil War Centennial events. The project includes reenactment of 100 years ago secession debates, with cooperation from the Historical Society and local officials.
The notice describes new orange and white licenses issued by the state, featuring the state seal and updated paper stock. It mentions Mrs George W Poole and Nate's Inc in connection with the case, indicat ing a court matter tied to Route 2. The report notes a dispute involving Poole and property tied to the Moore household.
Goodiee E Byron was elected leader of the local Democratic club at a Tuesday meeting supporting JFK. Officers include Dorothy Hands mont Hamers Creagerstown Lewistown and Donald Gaver Braddock Tuscarora Middletown etc. Delegates to the state executive committee were Miss Handley and James Alexander. a nominating committee chaired by Stanley Bennett proposed the slate. The club voted to donate $10 to the 1960 party campaign. Retiring president is James Mause.
In Annapolis a House hearing heard tobacco distributors back a statewide six cent per pack tax to replace the current three cents. They argues uniform rates would aid local governments, with revenue split 50 50 between counties and Baltimore City, while opponents from farms growers and regulators urged rejection.
Report from Elisabethville in the Congo says Prime Minister Patrice Lumumba was beaten and transported to a province after a suspected assault. Katanga authorities mention Kasavubu requested the transfer. Lumumba reportedly held at Thysville military camp with rioting and panic among Belgians and Congolese.
In circuit court Chief Judge Patrick M Schnauf granted visitation for Eldridge Waltz to her mother, with custody arrangements set for 4 3 m Wednesdays and every other weekend. J Vernon Summers appeared for Mrs Waltz, Richard E Zimmerman for Robert Handley, who has custody, and similar orders were made in the Kline case with visitation Saturdays.
Rebels push toward government positions in central Laos and threaten Pakxane with plans to attack Plaine des Jarres and Xieng Khouang. Government forces report partial success near Vientiane as Kong Le withdraws from Vang Vieng, guarding key air and communications routes.
Vice President Richard M Nixon prepared to depart Washington amid assurances from GOP colleagues that future national service awaits him. aides note he has not decided which California law firm offer to accept while the Nixon home in an upscale district is up for sale and his daughters may finish school in Washington through June. Republicans say he may leave office Friday after a narrow presidential defeat but expect him to return to work again.
Temperatures average 63 degrees below normal with colder conditions Thursday and Friday. Weekend outlook shows lingering chill and a possible cold snap late Sunday into Monday. Normal highs 33 to 44 and lows 24 to 29, with upper teens in mountains. ANOTHER TROUBLE SPOT KATMANDU Nepal AP reports a Nepali battalion rushing to quell communist insurrection in eastern Nepal.
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