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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1960
Page
6
Esmonde G. Thompson, 73, British aeronautical engineer and machine gun turret inventor for the Royal Air Force, died Tuesday in Roquebrun Cap Martin France after a heart ailment.
President Eisenhower dismissed talk of U S missile lag while confirming plans to add seven squadrons as he meets reporters. Premier Khrushchev boasted of rocket superiority and proposed large troop cuts, signaling both nations pin future power on missile strength despite skepticism in the West.
The letter argues swastikas painted on synagogues and churches signal a deep societal sickness. It warns antisemitism in the US could spread like Germany, urging readers to heed the warning before it grows beyond control. Author THEO LICHTENSTEIN invokes Nazi history and Daniel’s writing to stress vigilance.
Fifty Years Ago items from the News dated January 20 1910 report changes at the Fire Insurance Co naming Emory L Cablentz as president R Rush Lewis as vice president William W Doub as secretary C C Biser as chairman and Russell Lighter as clerk The Libe rtytown bank movement progresses with likely organization soon Frederick Base ball Club board meeting at the Postal Telegrapic office described as enthusiastic Republican lawmakers select Charles B Trail Farmers and Mechanics National Bank as State Treasurer candidate Hagerstown reports no baseball team this year Edward Hughes helper on the B and O Railroad at Brunswick suffers a severe hand injury
Fire at the Yardley Hotel in Brunswick caused 1.00 damage. G Mantz Belant well known businessman died at his East Second Street home from a heart attack. State funeral planned for Senator William E Borah of Idaho after cerebral hemorrhage. Baker Memorial Carillon fund reached 11501.59. Hood College board elected Charles P Rice president Emory L Cobleniz vice president Catherine A Thomas secretary Raymond I Ford treasurer. New DeMolay deputy to Frederick chapter to visit next week. Grace Reform Church Men’s club heard remarks by Hood College president Joseph H Apple and Rev W M Weaver. Charlie Keller Yankee outfielder unable to attend due to illness.
The Frederick community views the Loats property on East Church Street as a valuable asset, recently acquired by the Frederick County Historical Society and discussed at its first meeting in the new home. Dr Richard Hubbard Howland of Washington highlighted preservation's growing importance to industry and cities, citing restorations by Bethlehem Steel and local efforts. The talk covered the National Trust for Historic Preservation aims and the house as a museum and gathering place, with plans to study interior finishes before redecoration. The meeting included a brief business session on gifts to the society, new members, and arrangements to lease grounds for a metered parking lot while preserving the historic structure.
The Kresge Foundation of Detroit announced a $25,000 conditional grant to Hood College last Friday at the mid winter Board of Trustees meeting. The grant funds the Hood Looks Ahead program, matching an equal amount to complete the initiative.
The Kresge Foundation challenges Hood College to match a grant toward the God Looks Ahead fund, aiming for an $892 000 goal as 27 regional drives, latest in Cincinnati, began January 7. The board approved buying 603 Rosemont Avenue to connect with Raysford Lodge, planning a corridor to ease overcrowding by fall. Claire Mather was appointed to the English faculty to replace Marjorie Wright killed in a September turnpike accident. Jane Burt had taught there prior.
Rev. Dr. Hixon T. Bowersox 70, pastor emeritus of St. Pauls Lutheran in Cumberland, killed when his car struck a bridge near Belleville, Kansas. His son Donald, driving, suffered a crushed jaw after icy pavement caused the crash.
Jefferson Burban Club holds its regular meeting Wednesday at 7 p.m. in United Church social room with the Young Ladies Bible Class. Reports mention Queen selection, health drive planning, and multiple church activities in Jefferson and surrounding areas, with notes on members’ travel and hospital stays. Market prices for Wheat Barley and Corn are listed: Wheat 1.75 bu, Barley 1.10 bu, Corn 6.50 bu.
Among the sick Mr. Paul EB from 617 West Patrick Street has been a patient at Frederick Memorial Hospital since December 26 for observation and treatment. Mrs. Russell H. Met College Terrace is a patient at Frederick Memorial Hospital. Mrs. John R Levering of Freericx entered Frederic Hospital and underwent surgery Tuesday morning. Her condition is satisfactory. Mrs. Vernie E. Carty has been ill for the past week at her home. Mrs. Hilda J. Bare of 112 South Market Street entered University of Maud Hospital Tuesday for surgical treatment.
John B. Funk of the State Roads Commission outlined a revised arterial network plan to speed Maryland road construction, proposing three four year phases and reallocating funds to upgrade U.S. 40 U.S. 30 and U.S. 15 while delaying some projects under current law. Site selection for a Civic Center in Frederick was postponed due to the illness of architect Charles F. Bowers.
Teenagers hold a benefit dance tonight at Statler Park to support the March of Dimes drive. A Friday fashion show at Francis Scott Key is also planned with about 300 expected attendees. Mrs. W. W. Corbin directs the youth event. Goodloe Byron chairs the county campaign.
Mr and Mrs Herschel Elder of Springfield Missouri announce the birth of their third child a son named David Wayne weighing seven pounds one ounce on January 9 Mrs Elder formerly Ruth Schultz of this city Also Mr Preston E Best and Mr Oliver Boulevard celebrate his 40th birthday today
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