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News

Location

Frederick, Maryland, United States of America

Date

Mar 23, 1956

Page

8

Surveyors Map Route Of Highway By-Pass

State Roads Commission surveyors map the route for a by pass around Fort Detrick from Seventh to Fourth Street pikes west of the fort. Work began this week with sightings on both pikes and fields between them. Officials doubt the June 1 closure can be kept, leaving residents west of Detrick anxious as road work in Frederick County remains stalled after winter weather.

State Roads Commission Fort Detrick Fourth Street Fourth Seventh Street Detrick Seventh Street Pike Military Road Yellow Springs Frederick Frederick County

Acquitted On Qanard Chawnen af Be w4seeanm

Trial Magistrate H Reese Shoemaker acquitted Donald L Miller of a speeding charge after the trooper failed to pace him, noting Miller could not be paced due to speeding then slowing and turning off. Three men charged with drinking spree appeared. Larman fined 15 plus costs and 10 days in jail for restitution, Martin guilty of drunken disorderly with jail, Jarvers fined five days with jail, and several others cited for speeding or traffic violations by Troopers Kline and Cartee.

Paul A. Kline Donald L. Miller Middletown U.S. 40 West H. Reese Shoemaker Miller Edwin F. Nikirk Kline Urbana George F. Larman Boyds Charles Martin Rovds Tata Havey CC East John F. Cartee John H Garst RFD Frederick Howard L. Mace Jefferson Harry C. Townsend Baltimore U.S. W East Sam Tuminello Patrick Street William H. Daves North Market Street U. S. 60 Trooper Kline

Westminster Board Seeks Water Fluoridation Action

Westminster Maryland officials approve a resolution urging Maryland Water Works Co to arrange fluoridation of the town water supply. Mayor Joseph L. Watkins and council cite studies on fluoride effectiveness in reducing tooth decay supported by Carroll County medical and dental societies.

Westminster Maryland Water Works Co Joseph L. Watkins Mathias Carroll County

New Anti-Aircraft System Unveiled at Ft Meade

Secretary Brucker announced a new radar Nike missile defense system dubbed missile master capable of detecting aircraft and missiles and coordinating Nike launches. Officials previewed the development center overseeing Nike defenses for the Washington Baltimore area from Ft Meade nestled between the two cities. Current defenses include 11 Nike installations, each with eight launchers spread over a wide area.

FT. Meade Brucker Army

Major Blunder Sending Serov To London

British papers blasted Gen. Ivan A. Serov the Soviet police chief on arrival in London to review security for the Bulganin Khrushchev visit. Observers say his presence undermines Kremlin hopes for a friendly reception and fuels protests tied to his secret police record.

London Kremlin Britain Ivan A. Serov Soviet Union Bulganin Communist Party Nikita Khrushchev Hiller Himmler Goebbels Serov Khrushchev Europe Daily Mirror Dacntoad Cassandra Ivan Alexandrovitch Daily Herald Eden Leroy Russia

Frederick County Heart Association fund falls short of goal

The Frederick County Heart Association campaign ended near its 6700 goal with receipts totaling 6625.99. Grace Butcher, executive secretary, noted additional funds may push past 74 dollars before the State Association report after the May meeting. Edward Van Fossen chaired the drive with Rodney Lentz coordinating Legion activities. William Drews leads the group, which funds local heart patient aid and an educational program to prevent and treat heart disease.

Frederick County Heart Association Ty An Angz Grace Butcher American Legion Edward van Fossen Rodney Lentz Legion

Stalin Deflation Drive Shakes U S Communists

Moscow's new Stalin deflation campaign unsettles American Communists. It leaves them surprised and sparked speculation of party splits. The Daily Worker and party officials respond with denials while editorials and letters reflect varied views on the Moscow stance.

U. S New York Moscow

May Split Ranks Of AFL-CIO In Honolulu

Top Teamsters leaders meet in Waikiki to decide Hoffa power struggles within AFL-CIO. A looming clash over a $400,000 ILA loan and a disputed Joint Council election could trigger a showdown at the eight day session. George Meany warns of possible suspension if the loan advances. Beck and Hoffa expect thorough discussion with no clear prediction.

Honolulu Teamsters Afl-Cio Waikiki Beach James R. Hoffa Detroit Dutoe Aighuiedin Teamster Dave Beck Hoffa New York East East Coast International Longshoremen's Assn ILA AFL New York City Teamster Council George Meany Beck

Atkins Appeals Jury Verdict In Brunswick Suit

Thomas Atkins of Brunswick appeals a Circuit Court verdict against Baltimore and Ohio Railroad and Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers Local 953. Jury ruled for defendants after Atkins failed to prove a conspiracy to lay him off as an engineer. A motion for new trial by Van Sant defendants is pending. no hearing date set.

Court of Appeals Thomas Atkins Brunswick Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Division 953 The Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers Brotherhood Prentiss W. van Sant Airy Milton H Lambert

Little Leagues Renew Plans for Better Boys Programs

Chicago report on the first national congress of Little League leaders with about 4 000 leagues and 30 000 boys aged 10 through 12. Discussion emphasized improving play, conditions, and developing junior citizens. Dr A S Esslinger urged managers to include boys in planning and guide rather than drive, keeping fun in play. Separate note on mass inoculations: 60 children vaccinated today at Winchester Hall for Salk polio vaccine. 63 inoculated Monday, another clinic held due to bad weather.

Chicago A. S. Esslinger University of Oregon Fos Forbes Burveess Winchester Hall

Federal driving standards set for 200000 workers

The Civil Service Commission announced new driving standards for all federal civilian employees who operate government vehicles. About 200000 workers will be affected as agencies must periodically test driver fitness and competence, with tests beginning immediately to promote safer operation.

Civil Service Commission

Southern senator predicts Kefauver not accepted for Democratic nom

Senator Ellender of Louisiana said the South will not accept Estes Kefauver as the Democratic presidential candidate and will back Lyndon Johnson or another hopeful. He cited Kefauver's views on civil rights and noted Stevenson remains a contender with Florida primary looming May 29.

Washingiun Sen Ellender Texas Johnson Rayburn D-Tex Stevenson Kefauv South Kefaver Mt Ahere Kefauver Diate Supreme Cour Gore D-Tenn Kerr D-Oklai Sen Russell

Russian Plane Shocks Britons

A sleek Russian jet airliner startled British air experts as a London arrival drew intense media attention. Coverage compared its promise to Soviet air power and noted guarded access and claims of a 340 passenger capacity with oxygen masks suggesting non pressurized cabin.

London Ivan Serov Secret Police Daily Mail Daily Express

Five Day Forecast for Western Marsland and Maryland

Forecast calls for cooler and mostly cloudy conditions with a chance of rain in Western Marsland Saturday. Warmer with rain likely in Western Maryland Monday and in Eastern Marsland and Delaware late Monday or Tuesday. Cooler Tuesday and Wednesday with a chance of rain again in Western Maryland Wednesday. Temperatures expected 2 to 5 degrees below normal with average afternoon highs in the mid 60s to upper 70s and mornings from upper 40s to upper 50s.

Marsland

Criticism of Defense Procurement Practices Emerges

A Mouse Appropriations Committee staff report Labeling Defense Department procurement as unreal istic and giving contractors a tremendous advantage cites 397 pages of replies from the Pentagon and services. It notes delays, weak policy guidance, and excessive negotiated contracts while highlighting profits from licenses and royalties in defense tied to non government business. The document covers wartime periods of Korean War and notes improvements in recent years but stresses fault in policy and execution.

Washington Appropriations Committee Defense Department Army Navy Air Force Rep. Whitten D-Miss Defense Wilson North American Aviation, Inc North American Ford Motor Co Curtiss Wright Corp Buick General Motors Corp

City Workers Given Pay Increase

Frederick city employees will receive higher wages starting with the June pay period after the Mayor and Aldermen approved a revised pay schedule in a special session. The raise targets mostly lower brackets with no blanket hike, and the Police Department saw only an adjustment to minimum patrolmen schedules.

Frederick City John A. Derr Frederick Derr

Agreement Made For Sale Of WCAO Stations

Baltimore announces a sale agreement for WCAO AM and WCAO FM from Monumental Radio Co to Plough Broadcasting Co of Memphis Tennessee. The sale requires two thirds stockholder approval and FCC consent. The Milbourne family has led the stations for 25 years with Waters Milbourne as president.

WCAO Baltimore Wcao-Fm Monumental Radio Co Plough Broadcasting Co Memphis, Tenn Lo Waters Milbourne Jee WCAG Columbia Broadcasting Austel Milbourne Lewis Mo Somerset County Deram Me Hnandahs WCOAQ Waters Mile Tee Gene Cian CBS Oster

Jumping youngster damages automobile

A juvenile jumping on a sedan roof damaged a car on the corner lot at 29 East State Thursday around 7 PM. Police report the youth, playing on the lot, caused the dent. the vehicle owned by William J. Buxton of 7 West Fifth Street suffered roof damage. Officer Norman Trump filed the report. President Eisenhower postponed a defense officials conference with CIA chief and undersecretary of state until tomorrow.

East State Ey Polite Willam J. Buxton West Fifth Eisenhower Oo Defense Central Intelligence Agency

Farmer Killed as 5 Entertainers Injured in Dover Crash

A Delaware farmer was killed and five Tennessee entertainers en route to New York were injured south of Dover. Two entertainers scheduled for Perry Como TV show suffered broken necks. Driver Thomas Phillips faced bond on a manslaughter-like charge. Six injured included Lloyd and three Perkins brothers from Jackson. Carl and James Perkins had broken necks. James moved to Delaware Hospital, others treated and released. The stock market also advanced to new highs.

Dover. del New York Dover Perry Como Kent General Hospital Thomas Phillips Felton Stuart Pinkham Memphis Micinjan Annnampar Kent County Pinkham W. S. Holland Jackson Lloyd Carl James Perkins James Delaware Hospital Wilmington

Railroad Firemen Threaten Nationwide Strike Over Jobs

The Firemen's Brotherhood warns President Eisenhower of stern resistance including a strike if carriers pursue abolishing members' jobs on diesel locomotives. TWU threatens 25,000 nonoperating workers across Pennsylvania Railroad between New York and Chicago unless layoffs are resolved. Negotiations continue with mediations possible. no formal strike notice filed yet.

Washington H.E. Gilbert Eisenhower Transport Workers Union TWU Pittsburgh Pennsylvania Railroad Pennsylvania New York Chicago National (Railroad) Mediations Board Gilbert Andrew J. Kaelin Ua Ee Ork Ku Eee UK Kaelin Jayott Alltoona, Pa

Pakistan Becomes Republic Amid Joyous Ceremony

Pakistan formally became a republic within the British Commonwealth today amid joyful prayer and glittering ceremony marking a new constitutional status and celebration nationwide.

Karachi Pakistan

Tablet To Gov Lowe Unveiling At Former Home Sunday

A tablet honoring former Maryland Governor Enoch Louis Lowe will be unveiled Sunday at his Bead erick Junction home 100 East Second Street at 2 30 PM under the Frederick County Historical Society. Miss Mary Margaret Bushwaller will present the tablet with Rex Father Richard Mitchell delivering the dedicators address. Lowe, born August 10 1820, served as Governor from 1851 to 1854, overseeing the Constitutional Convention and tax rate reductions amid a period of financial low. The ceremony recalls Lowe and family ties to the area and connections to notable Frederick figures.

Macyland Enoch Louis Lowe East Second Street Historical Society of Frederick County Mary Margaret Bushwaller William Joseph Bush- Walier Wvop Alair Deparrment Foreign Service Ezra Houck Jr Joseph W. Urner The Historical Societys Rex Richard Mitchell Enoch Emns Lowe Bradles S A. Lowe Adelaide Vincendiere Lowe San Dominico Hermitage Manacary Ryval Beaderick Junction Trail Farm Vincendieres Marquis de Lafayette Hermtane Frederick Lowes Middle Alley John Tehan St. John’s Church Seuny Lowe St. John’s Laterary Institute Clongowas Wood College Dublin Ireland Stonyhurst College Lancashire England Europe United States Enoch Lewis Lowe John A. Lynch John Lowe Democratic Whit William B Clarke Washington County An. Ui Afpeg Gav Lave James Buchanan Buchanan Gav. Lane China Sebring Lane Breckenridge Tmaoe la Richmond Va Oto Frederick Brooklyn NM Oy St Talon'e All Walka Iif

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