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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Mar 31, 1958
Page
8
The region faced a bleak Palm Sunday with a high near 44 and low around 36, as light rain showers and snow melt reduced the winter snowpack. Forecasters projected milder midweek but rain possible on Good Friday. Churchgoers still packed local services with many scheduling events through the week.
Willian Abraham Whiten, 34, of North Bentz Street, died after a stabbing at a West Sixth Street home Sunday evening. Police said an argument occurred among a group present. Whiten allegedly pulled a knife and was struck by a swift weapon blow, severing a main artery. Autopsy complete, no charges yet. medical examiner to rule.
President Eisenhower vetoes the farm freeze bill despite Republican appeals to sign. He outlines a five point program to address farm problems and argues adequate authority already exists for agricultural controls. Congress faces override votes with two thirds in both chambers.
Rev Carroll L Boyer pastor of Good Shepherd Evangelical Lutheran church announces the Easter sunrise message Come See The Plaza for Sugar Loaf Mountain service. Sunrise Choir rehearsal at Wesley Chapel Methodist church in Ithana includes singers from Nealsville Boyd's Presbyterian and area churches under Rev Albert W Lenz. Rueben Caplan provides organ with power from Brandenburg Electrical Co J and Brandenburg Electric Co. PA by Nelson W Myers of Mannsville and Howard G Myers of Urbana. Estimated attendance reaches 2000.
The United States questioned the reliability of the Soviet Union one country stop order on H-bomb tests and urged the Kremlin to pursue disarmament under the United Nations in an orderly, verifiable manner. A State Department statement noted UN approval of a first stage arms control plan and called for technical studies to carry it out.
Thieves broke into Burall's Cycle Shop at 48 East Patrick Street over the weekend through a broken rear window and stole several bicycle tires. Alderman William B. Burall operates the shop. Police discovered the entry this morning and are investigating.
Senator Byrd announced the federal civilian payroll rose to a record 1.9 million in January, including 1. a detailed figure for overseas workers. He noted February employment reached about 12.32 million, extending a short-term gain after months of decline.
Over 200 boys sign up as Frederick hosts annual tryouts and registrations for National and American Leagues. Ages 7-12 split across groups with practices at Frederick High School and Staley Park. Tryouts begin May 5 if weather allows. delays common due to poor conditions.
Barbara Ank Burns, 20, daughter of late comedian Bob Burns, was booked as a federal prisoner in San Diego for alleged failure to register as a narcotic addict. She was arrested after returning from a visit to Juarez, Mexico. A hearing before U.S. Commissioner Betty Marshall Graydon was scheduled for later today.
In Silver Spring Maryland three youths escaped a near tragedy when their 12 foot aluminum boat sank 600 yards from shore in the Potomac at Seneca. Billy Meyer 18 swam to shore Jerry Higaingon 17 and Main Brown 16 were picked up by a man in another boat. The boat, a 30 horsepower craft owned by Jerry, sank stern first during a slow turn and no one had time to grab life preservers. The rescuer, who recovered the boat, declined to identify himself.
The Maryland Department of Employment Security announced a three-tenths of a percent increase in the unemployment tax paid by employers. Rates will rise from 0.3 to a maximum of 2.7 percent, with many employers facing higher charges starting July 1. The boost aims to bolster the jobless benefit fund, which is projected to remain below target of taxable wages, and could be reversed if the fund exceeds 5 percent again.
All Trend students at Sood College begin spring vacation after a D-day holiday. Eight students and one faculty member spend a week from Tuesday through Thursday, with some vacationing in Bermuda. Temperatures forecast highs near 46 degrees, and classes will resume April 9.
The Pennsylvania Railways told the Maryland Public Service Commission it plans to withdraw three trains on the Washington to New York line. More than 25 trains would remain on the route. The move is described as a service reduction to cut costs, with several New York to Washington departures affected.
Chicago police investigated a blast in a North Side tavern that damaged the Rewmandy Cocktail Lounge and Aragon Ballroom, with glass shattered across nearby stores. No injuries were reported and damage was estimated at about 540,008 to the ballroom and 520,000 to the tavern.
A blast and ensuing fire at a station near Perryville left ten State Roads Commission workers in serious condition. One employee’s cigarette lighter sparked the blaze, damaging the station house and prompting emergency care at Norfolk Memorial Hospital for multiple second and third degree injuries to heads arms and legs.
London report claims Queen Elizabeth scolded Princess Margaret for a weekend with a former partner. The two-hour royal sisters’ meeting followed Margaret’s controversial trip to Germany and a reunion with an ex husband figure, prompting palace silence and sensational coverage.
Thieves struck three Meyersdale lodges within three blocks in the early hours of Sunday, taking 1500 to 2000 dollars. The Moose, Elks and American Legion offices reported losses with broken rear windows. Moose officials noted cash on hand for a bank deposit was unusual. Meyersdale lies about two miles west of Cumberland.
The Soviet Foreign Minister Andrei Gromyko announced a unilateral suspension of thermal nuclear tests before the Supreme Soviet. He urged the United States and Britain to join, warned that a continued test race risks war, and criticized Western claims of clean bombs while framing the ban as necessary for peace and mankind.
President and Mrs. Eisenhower hosted a private birthday celebration for their grandson David, age one, at the family estate before a planned return to Washington. The gathering included the boy’s parents and three sisters, with gifts described as a private family matter.
Washington reports a sharp split in Congress as House members push for a civil rights funding measure linked to an investigating committee and a $3.22 billion Agriculture Department appropriation. Leaders seek speed to clear both items by night, while party factions maneuver to advance their priorities.
Glade Valley bred Adtii colt Hogan finished first, with another horse Conting it second at Gulfstream. The event drew Marcus, Col, and dignitaries as Adm Hogan and Jayese were mentioned as sires in the racing context. The Pinchot line and Hoth stud remained prominent at the Marcus estate.
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