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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1948
Page
1
Maryland braces for a deep cold snap as snow totaling two to three inches drifts across counties. Forecasters warn below zero by Saturday with wind chills and icy roads prompting State Roads crews to treat and limit travel in mountains. Emergency advisories urge motorists to use chains in western areas while temperatures near zero spread across the state.
National inquiry intensifies as Congressional grey market investigators probe an attempted 500000 stock coup to seize Follawsbee Steel Corp of Pittsburgh. State Attorney General Nathaniel L. Goldstein oversees questions with Egbert R. Ferguson Jr. and other witnesses including bankers and company officials. no further details released.
The Frederick Rental Advisory Board, in a Y M C A meeting, reaffirmed a 15 percent rent rise for the Frederick defense rental area. Housing Expediter Woods rejected the plan for lack of substantiation and the board seeks a conference to determine required support.
In Munich and across Bavaria a hunger strike by about a million workers cripples southern Germany. Bavarian trade unionists and Communists back the walkout restricting rail and streetcar service for military personnel.
The Nation Today discusses proposals to extend the work week beyond 40 hours under the Fair Labor Standards Act. Bernard Baruch and Charles E Wilson suggest a 44 hour week while AFL chief William Green hints at 45 with overtime. Outcomes depend on industry and inflation controls.
Frederick County Chapter of the American Red Cross sponsors a 35 hour refresher and overall course for instructors in first aid next week Monday through Friday. It begins Monday at 7 p m at the 47 C A and continues at the same hour for four days. Frank W Null is field representative and Charles K Tannor chairs the county first aid committee local arrangements. Registrations can be made in person at North Court street Red Cross work rooms or by telephone. Instruction covers all branches of first aid including water rescue. Ric Nall a Lancaster pa native was appointed field representative for first aid water safety and accident prevention in fall 1947 by the national Red Cross office. He served three years in the Army as athletic instructor with duties in Australia the Philippines and Japan. Next week course is open to all counties and Mr Taylor hopes for large enrollment due to the need for qualified instructors.
A severe cold wave driven from the Rocky Mountains to the Atlantic seaboard grips the country. Temperatures fall to near 40 below zero in parts of Minnesota and the Dakotas, with widespread fuel shortages reported as the cold intensifies.
The United States welcomed British Foreign Minister Bevin's proposal to unite western European nations against Communism. The State Department said Bevin's plan would strengthen cooperation for common society and good, aligning with U S efforts to foster a firm peace, announced to Parliament and relayed by press officer Michael J. McDermott at a news briefing.
Two New York fur salesmen were held up during a gin rummy game at the Statler Hotel in Detroit. The robbers escaped with about 75,000 dollars worth of mink garments. An aligator bag with 18,000 dollars in mink coats and wraps was found near room 1429 as police pressed a wide search for suspects.
Edwin F Nikirk said a autopsy report on a newly born baby's death in January has been received from Dr Paul W Butterfield. The state pathologist refused to disclose contents as the case awaits February grand jury action. Margaret E Alexander 20 formerly of Middletown now at 118 East Church Street has been formally charged and is under guard at Emergency Hospital. A Hood College student recital previously scheduled for Saturday will be held Sunday at four in Brodbeck Hall following the death of Dr Joseph Henry Apple.
Washington January 23 General Dwight D Eisenhower said he was not available for and could not accept nomination to any high political office. He explained his refusal to avoid misinterpretation and stressed readiness to serve the country if called by the government. He planned to take terminal leave around February 15 and become president of Columbia University in June.
The Circuit Court has no objection to installing photo static equipment for recording instruments in the Clerk of the Circuit Court office. Associate Judge Patrick M Schnauffer announced this morning. The Frederick County Bar Association urged the installation, subject to Court and Comptroller approval. Clerk Ellis C Wachter will likely request purchase from excess fees. The Comptroller is expected to approve, as similar photostatic apparatus exist in other counties. County Commissioners may be asked to provide space in the Court House.
An official source said Russia denied a request by the United States Commission on Korea for permission to pay a courtesy call on the Soviet commander in Russian occupied northern Korea. The commission may back up and proceed to prepare for a national election to restore independence and withdraw American troops from the south and Russian troops from the north.
A fire at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J. William Obenderfer on Wilson Place started from an overheated first door fireplace used Thursday night. Mrs. Obenderfer woke to dense smoke around 9 a.m. Firefighters from Inde pendents, Citizens and United rescue squads extinguished it with a booster stream. A hole burned in a room and the sun porch roof. a similar fire occurred years ago when the Anders era home belonged to Sheriff and Mrs. Guy Anders. Also noted is a deed recorded for 1312 North Market Street selling Homer C. Mitchell to Mr. and Mrs. Alvey Renn for about 7006.
Columbus journalist report details Kay Francis being hospitalized in fair condition after an incident at a hotel. Her stage manager Howard Graham 37 was booked for investigation of assault to kill. Police said a wild party was found in the hotel room and Graham refused a urinalysis.
Washington reports that Harold E. Stassen testified before a Senate Appropriations subcommittee that Edwin W. Pauley made about 40,175 dollars in grain profits after a September 19 remark by Secretary of Agriculture Anderson on grain prices. Stassen claimed Anderson’s off the cuff statements caused a grain price drop, while Pauley demanded to confront him. The hearing also covered Stassen’s charge that Pauley’s nearly one million dollars in commodity profits over three years were not coincidental, with Pauley resigning from his Army service post amid inquiries into market trading.
Fourteen men were enlisted at the first meeting of the Medical Detachment of the 115th Infantry Regiment, forming part of a 136 enlistment unit. Dr. B O Thomas Jr said 36 would be privates and 100 would hold ratings, with commissions open for dental and medical officers. Federalization occurs February 5 with a future meeting at the armory. The detachment will train at Camp Ritchie August 21 to September 4 alongside other Guard units. Vehicles and medical supplies have been received, and veterans with or without medical experience may enlist. Contacts are Philip A. Hickman, N Donovan Reifsnider, and Dr. Thomas. The 115th spans Maryland counties with the new detachment drawing from Frederick area.
An authoritative source states no parking meters will be installed on the north side of Court House park. Police report meters on the south side yesterday were in operation, yet most violations flags appeared at noon. Three more meters were added at the south end, while a Kentucky case cited suggests a corporation may install meters on county property where it maintains public improvements.
A fresh snow mantle spread over the prior layer in West Virginia on January 23, with new falls of seven to eight inches in some areas and heavy drifting complicating travel across many sections reported from Charleston and nearby.
An Arab man was killed by a sniper on Palestine's coastal plain near Jerusalem. A Jew was reported slain in an attack on an Arab roadhouse on the city’s outskirts.
London January 23 Churchill urged rapid unity in western Europe to bar Communism and deter Soviet atomic threats. He warned a showdown with Moscow could come if Russia builds bombs within a year, yet said timing must bring a settlement before it is too late. He backed Bevin’s plan and urged cross party action for swift, broad European unity led by Britain and allied nations.
Two men died early today after being burned in a weed patch fire set by the Oklahoma City Fire Department to remove a hazard. Firemen observed two figures run, their clothing afire, amid the chilling cold in the night. The victims had sought warmth by sleeping in the patch, a tragic accident tied to the department’s efforts. Permits issued for ice dwelling construction by city engineer Earl F. Hargett include four asbestos shingle houses on West Fourteenth Street and Willis Avenue, totaling about 524,000 dollars, plus a brick dwelling and garage at 502 Magnolia Avenue costing around 7,000 dollars.
In Davos Switzerland on January 23 Princess Anne of Bourbon-Parma embraced former King Mihai of Romania in his first meeting with her since he abdicated the throne about a month ago. The princess arrived by train with her mother Princess Margarethe. Mihai waited in a jeep and greeted them with hello Michael.
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