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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1956
Page
6
A fire at the Miller residence on Mine Bank near Thurmont left Lelia Miller and her nine month old son Ronald Jo with burns and hospital care. Firefighters struggled with limited water as they evacuated the family and battled the blaze likely started by an oil stove, with the house destroyed and insurance indicated.
In Rockford, Illinois, George Arnold, vice president of Miners National Bank & Trust Co., and his son Robert were found shot to death in their two car garage. The elder Arnold’s father reported the bodies and police called it an apparent motive. Authorities declined to comment further while the investigation continues.
British Prime Minister Anthony Eden called President Eisenhower's reply to Soviet Premier Bulganin admirable. Eden and Foreign Secretary Selwyn Lloyd arrived aboard the Queen Elizabeth for talks in Washington. Bulganin had offered a 20 year friendship pact in a secret message, rejected by Eisenhower, who made both communications public. Police kept extra guard at the pier as Eden prepares to visit Washington after succeeding Churchill.
Baltimore enters a second transit strike in four years with pickets at car barns and BTCo offices. Downtown traffic slows but disruptions are lighter than feared as car pools operate and police maintain order.
Snow is forecast to develop in the western Maryland counties this afternoon, with 2 to 3 inches expected in Garrett and Allegany counties. Expect gradual clearing and much colder temperatures tonight, with highs reaching the 30s on Saturday and Sunday.
A new storm mover from the Lower Mississippi region will bring snow sleet freezing rain and thunder storms to Maryland. Snow forecasts include up to three inches for Garrett and Allegany counties with lighter amounts elsewhere while temperatures dip to the teens in western areas and the 20s in the east. Roadways became hazardous as rain froze and temperatures dropped after a mild spell. Police reports from Salisbury and Waldorf cited icy conditions and reduced visibility across the state.
Several weekend crashes damaged vehicles around Square Corner and Patrick Street. Police charged Harry J. Beacht with drunken driving and disobeying a traffic signal after a collision at about 11 05 Saturday. Minor crash on Sunday near Square Corner involved Lydia Spalt and George Virts Jr with estimated damages around 10 and 50 dollars respectively. A Chicago driver and others faced lane changing and speeding charges as officers investigated multiple incidents with moderate property damage.
Queen Elizabeth observed a Lagos track event with African Troops on the program. Music and a brisk drizzle framed the day as spectators listened to the British anthem and vendors circulated through the crowd.
Magistrate H Reese Shoemaker Jr withheld verdict in the manslaughter by motor vehicle case against Henry C. Giles of Brunswick. Giles crashed Dec 17 in Rose Tree, killing his mother Alice Giles and injuring himself. A blood test indicated high intoxication levels, though the defendant claimed no drinking for two days. A companion charge of reckless driving found Giles guilty with sentence reserved. Additional cases include Francis Coleman's 30 day jail term for driving after license revocation and related fines for others.
Jenkins Bros. announces the purchase of Thomas and Company canning plants at Frederick and Gaithersburg. The firm will run corn at Frederick and can peas at Gaithersburg, retaining most Thomas employees and expanding farming of several thousand acres in Western Maryland and Delaware. The sale, terms undisclosed, leaves Adamstown plant outside the deal.
A Saturday night blaze destroyed Charles Dorsey’s frame house in Mt Airy. Firefighters arrived as flames were heavy, saving outbuildings. Dorsey found two tins after the fire containing a large sum in SHH dollars and several rain dollars. Loss was about 4444 for the structure and 40 for personal property.
New York reports say Jackie Gleason and CBS clash over moving The Honeymooners from 8 30 to 8, risking Stage Show with the Dorsey musicians. Gleason rejects rumors of a $1.5 million price to drop Stage Show and says sponsors have not requested such terms. CBS claims no statements issued.
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The Weather Bureau issued a cautionary bulletin on heavy weather from Tennessee to New England. A vigorous low pressure system moved from the Lower Mississippi Valley into Ohio and moves northeast toward the coast. Snow and sleet are expected with a belt of 3 to 6 inches, accompanied by freezing rain and strong winds. Cold air following the storm will bring sharp temperature drops and wind advisories across multiple states.
One of the upper Mickiletown’s best known residents, in his 100th year, held a fine public sale of furniture and household items as he quits housekeeping to reside with his daughter. Auctioned items included walnut sideboard and china, with totals around $154 for a dresser and other pieces. Baymert Winks served as auctioneer and J. Kelly as clerk.
A disastrous church community oyster roast at Arundel Park Auditorium ends in a fatal stampede and fire. Ten women die and more than 200 are injured as doors jam and flames sweep the wooden structure. Survivors recount brutal exits and crowded windows as Brooklyn Park fire units rush to the scene.
A Maryland collision between two trains caused severe injuries to a passenger. Officials from National Railways report the crossing accident occurred during a relay event as a car stopped near the tracks. Emergency crews attended the scene in Acton.
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