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News

Location

Frederick, Maryland, United States of America

Date

Jun 15, 1957

Page

8

Early Trial Requested for Baker in Fatal Pentagon Guard Killing

William S. Baker 48 of near Adamstown seeks an early trial waiving grand jury action for murder in the fatal shooting of a Negro Pentagon guard. Attorneys Wirts and James filed in criminal court asking a trial before a jury. State's Attorney Barrick plans to file the criminal information early next week and does not oppose the motion. Baker has been jailed since surrendering about two weeks after the shooting.

William S. Baker Adamstown Pentagon Baker C. Clifton Wirts E. Austin James Wial Samuel W. Barrick Barrick

Byrd Predicts Tax Cuts Possible If Spending Drops

Senator Byrd, head of the Senate Finance Committee, said a tax cut could come in 1958 if Eisenhower accepts lower spending. He said 1959 appears more likely for any tax reduction, aligning with Humphrey’s testimony that 1958 tax cuts are unlikely.

Washington Sen Byrd ‘Dear Eisenhower Byrd Lengie Firmance Committee Humphrey Senate House

Tornado Rips Springfield Area Wrecks Homes Kills Two

Severe weather devastates central Illinois with a tornado, damaging more than 20 houses and 200 other structures in Springfield and surrounding towns. Survivors include American and Polish travelers. casualties include Mrs. Paul Farley and Mrs. Anna Belle Larson.

Baker Robert R. Gaskins Vienna Gaskins Leesburg Bakrain Central 1 S.heriff Horace MM. Alexander Springfield Moscow 7 Moscow Cty Margaret Temper Michelle Richard Cheverton Grand Rapids Mich Edviet Union Wood-Tv Cheverton Harvey Beaker Beaker Harold Milks Roy Essoyan Associated Press Irving R. Levine National Broadcasting Co

Four City Accidents Involve 2 Drivers

Four car crashes occurred Friday evening in the city with only property damage reported and no injuries. Police investigated all incidents, including a West Patrick Street collision at Jefferson Street involving Georgia Engle and Emmett Wilson, with damages to two vehicles totaling around 4100. Trial is set for June 24 in Magistrate's Court.

Georgia Lee Engle Martinsburg W. Va Emmett Mattthew Wilson Elkton West Patrick Street Jefferson Street Wilson South Jeffery Son Street Stewart Upham Brixham England Mayflower IE Dent Claude Evans Plymouth Mass Coast Guard Plymouth Rock Wilson’ S Aubrey Ellison Washington Street Frederick Evan Denest Jr Gunpauch Leventanu Frederick Auto Texas Brow Tth Street Evans Frederick Ould Loutt Street William Lester Pryor Mt.’ Airyrand John L. Rollins Route Frederick Rolins Pryor Nathan A. Dorsey Paul W. Miessburg Rollins Washington U.S Carsi William S. Girard West Federal District Patrick Street Catoctin Avenue Joseph C. McGarraghy Girard 3.C Japan Oliver ‘Gascho Madeon Girard Congress

Christians Must Be More Than Good, Adventist Official Says

Dr. Walter R. Beach of Washington told 2,900 attendees at the Maryland Delaware Seventh Day Adventists annual conference in Potomac, Ca tonsville that Christians must be useful beyond being virtuous. He urged a broadened vision of future glory to spur rapid Christian advance and urged believers to be good for something.

Baltimore General Conference of Seventh-Day Adventists Walter R. Beach Washington Maryland-Delaware Catonsville Beach Adventists’ World Organization

Morgantown Market Held Up by Bandits

Two bandits robbed a crowded Morgantown market last night, fleeing with an estimated 2 000 to 33 000 from an office cash box while holding an employee at gunpoint. Manager Russ Williams could not confirm the exact amount immediately.

Morgantown W. Va Russ Williams Thorofare Bong Kong ‘Ly Hong Kong Andrew Fortuna China Jonia Mich Korea

Heatwave pushes temperatures over ninety in several areas

A late spring heat wave continued for a third day with forecasts showing no clear relief over the weekend. Temperatures reached 90 degrees at both the barracks and the airport weather station, with the day promising a possible slight rise and brief thundershowers. Deeds recorded include Hamilton Homes selling property in Monocacy Village for about 14000 dollars and the Frederick Housing Authority purchasing sites for a new North Frederick project and water shed land in Lewis Town district. A meteor event in Nashville lit the sky briefly, with witness Lon Arledge noting a bright flash, estimated at 6000 feet altitude and visible for about 50 miles.

Hamilton Homes, l Inc Kenneth L. Eicholtz Monocacy Village Housing Authority of City of Frederick North Frederick iThe West Fifth Street Ffrom Lewis B. Plunikard Guy F. Staub Lewisstown Nashville Tenn Lon Arledge Vanderbilt Observatory Arledge

Dulles Marks 50 Years in Diplomacy and Public Service

Secretary of State Dulles observes a half century in diplomatic work and foreign affairs. He began on June 15, 1907, with roles at the Hague conference and Wilson era missions, later serving at Versailles and Panama. He plans to speaks in San Francisco and near future Congress, amidst questions of retirement as he nears 70.

Washington Dulles Hague Republican and Democratic Dull Willson Panama Jline Panama Canal Wilson Versailles Hether Dukes Foster Benjamin! ‘Harrison Robert ‘Lansing Woodrow

Haiti Crowds React After Provisional President Is Ousted

In Port au Prince crowds protest the army ouster of provisional President Daniel Fignole. Workers from the capital’s poorest districts show support but avoid violence under military curfew. The three man junta led by Brig. Gen. Antonio Rebreau has ruled Haiti since December, with Fignole in power 19 days.

Port AU Prince Haiti Daniel Fignole Port An Prince Fignole Antonio Rebreau

Arrests by State Police in 4 Counties in 4 Months

Report summarizes four month period January through April with 22 411 arrests for traffic violations across Allegany Frederick Washington and Garrett counties. Major arrests include 2 246 passenger car drivers 333 truckers and 115 others. speeding reckless driving and improper passing prominent. State Police note most arrests occur in Troop B area and urge motorist safety amid rising traffic.

Ecrsbie Ean Andi Ific Acci Allegany Frederick Leona Fern Chapman Ington Garrett Churchville Harford Memorial Hospital Amdn Washington Senate Maryland Beall Voung Paier Delaware Krol Jana Ac Williams

PTA To Hold 25th Anniversary Conference In July

The Maryland Congress Parents Teachers plans a 25th anniversary summer conference July 5 to 17 at the University of Storyland. State president Mrs. Fred L. Bull of College Park will lead the program focusing on tools and techniques for PTA work. Leaders from across the state will attend sessions on staff development, workshops, and panel discussions.

College Park Maryland Uni Storyland Teacher Association London Jon Fred L. Bull College Spectors Park Wilson H. Elkins Univerajor PTA Valérian Zorin United Nations Zorin Soviet Union Soviviets Britain Russia United States Jules Moeh Representa i ‘Tive New York Hervald Tribune Washington U.S the Herald Tribune

U S Not To Get Time On Russian TV

A Moscow English broadcast says the Soviet Union will not allow American leaders to speak to the Russian people on Soviet television. The remark follows Khrushchev’s Khrushchev appearance and Eisenhower's offer to accept a Russian TV invitation if extended. The commentator urges dialogue based on goodwill, not cold war rhetoric.

London Russia Moscow United States Dulles Radford Norstad America Arthur Radford U.S. Joint Chiefs of Staff Lauris Norstad NATO Cbsi Nikita Khrushchev Eisenhower Khrushchev Washington U-S-S-A U.S.A

Wounded Maryland Farm Wife In Fair Condition

A young Maryland farm wife was wounded in the abdomen and reported in fair condition after a shooting described by her husband as accidental during a pistol display. Sheriff deputies said the husband William Clifford Chapman, 24, stated he forgot he had reloaded his pistol and that his wife’s weapon was empty.

Havre DE Grace Maryland William Clifford Chapman

Car Taken Three Held In Stolen Vehicle Case

Frederick youths were jailed early today after police found them riding in a car reported stolen Friday around 10 p m. DeHaven S Toms Jr 19 driver faces unlawful taking charges, with Wolfe 22 and Jones 18 charged for occupying a stolen car. They held on 1006 bond for magistrate hearings. Crouse reported missing a 1949 Ford sedan.

Frederick DeHaven William Crouse West South Street DeGrange Street C. W. Bare Charles K. Cashour Pine Avenue Church Street Toms

Flood Waters Wipe Out Family Of Seven

Seven members of a farm family die in a flash flood near Beaufort Missouri. A car carrying the family was swept by a swollen creek, eight tenths of a mile, with five bodies found inside and another nearby. one additional member was missing. Sheriff’s office reports indicate a sudden flood overwhelmed the vehicle.

Beaufort Franklin County Sheriffs Office Charles A. Gran‘enmann Feautu Chariff Caida

Slowdown Signs Seen In Industry

Industry shows new slowdown signs while Washington and Wall Street warn inflation remains the dominant threat. Government foresees no tax cuts or easier credit as relief. unemployment dips in manufacturing but rises in services. Auto, steel, and textile sectors face cutbacks and record inventories amid mixed 1958 outlooks.

New York Washington Wall Street Tee William McChesney ‘Martin Federal Reserve Board Detroit Ford Mercury California New Jersey iThey Wayne Mich General Motors Buick Oldsmobile Pontiac Plymouth Chevrolet Pittsburgh The National Metal‘working Weekly Jsteel Iron Age Seventh Avenue

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