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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Mar 06, 1958
Page
2
An old newspaper snippet shows subscription pricing for months and years, an address line in Frederick Maryland, and a note about Associated Press copyright and republication rights. The text includes garbled OCR remnants and a date line March 6, 1958.
A long history of postal rate changes ends with a Senate decision to extend a temporary increase. The debate cites deficits, past freezes, and the political pressure on House members led by Speaker Sam Rayburn. Analysts warn of conference battles and reelection stakes as 4 cent and 3 to 4 cent rises are weighed against inflation and service costs.
Frederick County Guernsey Breeders Association holds its annual meeting tonight at 7 in United Breton Church West Second Street. About 200 local Guernsey breeders are expected to attend with 4-H members rising Guernsey patrons as special guests. David Pry reports for the 4 H Club. William Powell will show slides from the Dairy Judging Team trip to the International Dairy Judging Contest. Representatives from the American Guernsey Cattle Club will attend. Gloria Hidle will perform. Proposals to revise the constitution will be discussed, including board size and terms, and secretary treasurer duties. Carroll F. Leatherman Jr. presides with Pan Farsi as secretary. The annual election of officers will be held.
The ticket office of the Western Maryland Railroad at Rocky Ridge was robbed, agent W Ina Renal reporting the entry discovered. The thieves took only 26 cents. A business meeting discussed locating a factory by the Philadelphia firm O'Brien Flevirie Light Company to manufacture filament tubes for electric lights, initially employing about 200. Charles Wirina fraddock was riding a horse with hands in pockets when it stumbled, pulling him off and injuring him. Dr Ira McCurdy records births and 13 deaths for February. Oliver Best family on East Third Street reports a burn from hot coffee splashing on face, neck, and chest.
Twenty years ago items from The News dated March 11 recounts a Frustenck High School event with a dramatic surveillance of a deer after a chase and a scene near Rosemont Avenue. Frederick resident Arthur Delasumati, longtime with a local company, died of a heart attack at Frederick Community Hospital. Francis Scott Key District Scouts approved a proposed Community Chest for Fredericks.
Hyde outlines budget and defense priorities in a broad briefing to the people. He emphasizes national security, economic stability, federal state relations, and planned projects like the C and O Canal and a new hospital and post office in Maryland. He notes tax timing, disaster impacts, and upcoming legislative reviews and hearings.
The text outlines federal action with the Atomic Energy Commission overseeing new buildings in Ger Inatown and proposes measures to acquire land for the Cumberland- Lidgetey Hana project. It mentions funds of 2,011,000 and 230,000 for surveys and river protection, along with federal aid to Cirbsburg and Rockville for disposal site planning. It references raises for federal workers and retired railroad workers, tax legislation for survivor benefits, and government credit insurance amendments. The author notes appointment to a District Subcommittee to study crime in the District of Ca! Hnywhia.
Frederick Lodge No 684 BPO Elks observed Oldtimers Night with a dinner for visiting Elks and members. Robert L. Mason presided. dignitaries from Maryland Delaware and the District of Columbia attended. An address stressed the four Elks' principles and youth camp work begun at Frederick. Officers for the coming year were nominated. election to be held in March. Longtime members received 25 year pins. This was the first Oldtimers Night since 1954.
Among the sick at Frederick Memorial Hospital residents include Llttterry DeGrange son of Elwood and Mrs DeGrange of Monocacy Village recovering after an emergency. Mrs John S Firhalts of Mast see aid sleeal is improving. Howard Reld of Frederick Route 6, formerly of Alien, and family members are recuperating at home. Kath will observe his 74th birthday on March 10. Marty Blade, chair of the Frederick County ASC committee, is under treatment at Frederick Memorial. Miss Daisy Kine at Meter Avenue is improving slowly at her home.
ANNAPOLIS bills moved through the Legislature to regulate and restrict licenses by a new procedure. The Senate 24 approved a measure aligning with the House. the Governor awaits final action. Senator Jacob R. Ramsburg of Frederick introduced the bill in the Senate. DR BOWINTCH DEAD LEMSBURG VA death reported of Dr Henry Rowdteh Sparks Mel tis rocloy of a children’s rehabilitation center operates there by the Federal Assn for Epilepay.
Fred erick County obituary notes Harvey E Smith born March 6 1872 in Johnsville district retired drayman known for moving heavy loads including vaults and marble for local banks and businesses He celebrated at his sister’s home in Walkersville with plans for a cattle ride with Earl Haiflegh The piece recalls his long career from 1888 to 1926 and his role in delivering goods for Hood College Citizens Bank and the Fredericktown Sayings Institution among others
Washington dispatch reports Secretary Dulles publicly warned the Soviet Union to refrain from pursuing obstructive tactics. He argued Western allies must avoid electoral distractions and pursue a united, pacific strategy despite internal factionalism in France Britain and the United States. The article also notes a local obituary and the personal reminiscences of a man named Smith who survived injuries and later worked various jobs.
The Anne Arundel County Board of Education announced its intention to reappoint Dr. David S. Jenkins as school superintendent after a closed session. A May vote was not planned, with the board retaining freedom of action. Community petitions and large support accompanied the move.
Maryland University of Maryland Agriculture King warns readers on egg grading standards and carton markings. It explains Grade A B C quality, size by dozen weights, candle testing, shell cleanliness, and moisture loss indicators. It also covers store inspection practices, legal grade markings, and tips for choosing eggs and fresh produce like asparagus, apples, and lettuce.
Miss Junes Steplensiwickey and Ronald Stepler were married at the Virskuangallea United Church of Christ in Waynesboro in a double ring ceremony conducted by Rev. Paul G. Ghellel. The bride, a Thurmont High School graduate, is employed in Waynesboro, and the groom is a Hagerstown canteen salesman. The couple plan a wedding trip and reside in Waynesboro.
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