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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1960
Page
3
A rural Frederick County column warns readers about unscrupulous door to door salesmen during summer, gives safety tips and reporting advice while noting that about 87 percent of crude oil production comes from small fields. The piece also lists officers at a dinner meeting including Mildred Forner and Lucille Wolford.
Mrs. Charles Glick was installed as the second president of the Montevue Home Auxiliary during a June 21 ceremony at Mrs. Harry Radcliff’s home. Newly elected officers include vice president Mrs. Elmer, secretary Mrs. Powe, and treasurer Mrs. Harr ars. Badges in the form of roses were awarded to several members, with thanks extended to groups supporting Montevue and the Republican Ladies, United Lutheran Church of Woodsboro, and others for their service and party sponsorships.
Zzth f and Mrs Storm served refreshments as co chairs for the event reception.
Lieutenant Corbin and Mrs. Corbin with son Darin and Sergeant Harold Basore and son plan to attend the Harvard Associates in Police Science seminar at Samoset Hotel in Rockland Maine. State policemen must complete a semester at Harvard Medical School to qualify. Seminar covers modern technology in investigation and runs June 27 to June 30.
The Business and Professional Women voted a tape recorder memorial for Ruth Trout at a dinner in the Francis Scott Key Hotel. Trout, a former cub member and school board secretary, died recently and the device will help record sermons for shut-ins.
Zonta members plan an international meeting in Toronto to mark the organization's 0th anniversary year. Miss Onica Prali heads the local delegation with Miss Edna Mea and Mrs. Virgin Thomas, plus District I International Lt Governor, attending. Amelia Earhart Scholarships worth 2500 will be announced, and a June 30 banquet features Leonard Brockington. Afterward, delegates travel to Stratford for the Shakespearean Festival opening night of King John with Julie Harris and Christopher Plummer.
At College Park Maryland a speaker urged Americans to build bridges of friendship with foreign visitors through hospitality and understanding. John R Eldridge noted many tourists visit Washington first and that homes hosting guests can ease unfamiliarity. Mrs Homer Remsberg spoke on Roads to Understanding, stressing welcoming foreigners to counter misconceptions. 1 021 women are registered for the University of Maryland course with 88 expected to graduate Friday. Anne Arundel leads with 94 attendees, Baltimore City with 99, Allegany with 86.
The Soroptimist International of Frederick county and the Ventures of Frederick held joint officer installations at the Francis Scott Key Hotel. Miss Jean Eckard presided for the Soroptimists with Kay Asher installing and Margaret Lerner hosting. Attendees from Westminster Hagerstown Harford and Cecil counties plus Frederick were welcomed.
Wayne Shankle, 10 year old son of Mr and Mrs Harold R Shankle, on Butterfly Lane, has achieved three consecutive years of perfect attendance in grades three to five. He will start sixth grade at Parkway in September. Construction remains the largest U S industry, accounting for 18 percent of total employment.
Dr. Stone discussed orchid cultivation at a Zonta Club meeting in Frederick. He noted about 150 plants, 25 varieties, and that orchids can be grown indoors with humidity and light. Guests included Mrs Stone and Miss Sally Biser. next meeting features a Graceham picnic.
A 19 year old Frederick County youth suffered a possible neck dislocation after an early morning crash on Maryland Route 550 two miles south of Thurmont. Lewis Hurt, 19 of Woodsboro, was treated at Frederick Memorial Hospital around 2:15 p m and listed as a patient. He told state police corporal H J Brown that he did not need hospitalization when interviewed at the scene.
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