Coldest May morning brings frost across Frederick area
The city woke to frost and ice with temperatures as low as 28 degrees at the airport the coldest May reading since 1947. Orchards reported light frost with no serious damage while peaches and apples formed and some crops may recover. Forecasters expect rain then warmer weather tomorrow.
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Unionville
Frederick
Thurmont
Mt. Airy
North County
Gambrill State Park
Near Braddock
Water Found At Leesburg
A resident in Loudoun County reports a newly bored well near Leesburg Virginia yields about 300 gallons per hour in an unlimited water source discovery promising ample supply for local needs.
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Leesburg
Loudoun County
Maryland Council backs McCain amid Roads Commission shakeup
The Maryland Legislative Council named a three member committee to question Governor McKeldin about plans for the State Roads Commission. The panel includes Delegate Jerome Robinson, Senator Jacob Ramsburg, and Senator John Turnbull. The council also praised Frederick's Russell H. McCain, chairman of the commission, while Robinson warned of potential dismissals and questioned salary justifications amid reports of a broader shakeup.
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Maryland Legislative Council
McKeldin
State Roads Commission
Jerome Robinson
Ballimore
Jacob R. Ramsburg
Frederick County
John Grason Turnbull
Balimore County
Russell H. McCain
Frederick
Robinson
Roads Commission
McCain
Maryland
A. Gordon Boone
Baltimore County
MelCain
Fidelity- Baltimore National Bank
Roads Commission Reaches Against Executive Control Debate
The Green Commission urged an executive director for the department but lawmakers warned it could block property condemnations for road work under Maryland law. Senator Turnbull cited Governor McKeldin’s letter to the Highways Contractors Association in response to road commission questions. A separate incident recounts Kenneth Fagan defending a Woolworths safe and taking 1400 dollars from a locked store after closing. Turnbull noted the roads panel has followed most Green Commission recommendations that do not require new legislation.
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Loudoun County Water Corporation
Lucas Phillips
William Nickels
Leesburg
C. J. Lawson
Henry Gross
Dowsing Red Fame
Frank Mason
Loudoun County Roads Commission
Lessure
Ersehat
Green Commission
Department
Maryland
Turnbull
McKeldin
Maryland Highways Contractors Association
New York
Kenneth Fagan
Ajter
Woolworth
Fagan
Fire Sweeps Hundreds Of Acres In Anne Arundel County
In Glen Burnie Maryland a wildfire scorched hundreds of acres of Anne Arundel County woodland near Elvaton along U.S. 301 threatening homes. Twelve county fire companies joined by Army and Air Force crews battled the blaze as high winds propelled it. No injuries were reported though six volunteers from Earleigh Heights were trapped for two hours before escaping.
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Glen Burnie
Mao
Anne Arundel County
Moose Hall
U.S. 301
Elvaton
Air Force
Earleigh Heights
Snow Flurries Hit Western Maryland Orchards
The Associated Press reports snow flurries in Frostburg and Deal near the Maryland Pennsylvania line on May 17 as an overnight cold snap blanketed Garrett and Allegany counties. Low temps reached 28 at Oakland and Hagerstown, 29 at Cumberland, with 22 at Bean's Cove. impact on extensive orchards remains undetermined.
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Associated Press
Maryland
Frostburg
Deal
State Line
Garrett County
Oakland
Hagerstown
Cumberland
Bean’s Cove
Pennsylvania
Garrett
Allegany
Brunswick Man Killed In Capital
A Brunswick man was killed early today when a bridge railing pierced his car during a freak accident in Washington. The incident occurred on the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad bridge scene, with responders noting the fatal injuries. The victim was identified by authorities from local records.
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Brunswick
Washington
Baltimore and Ohio Railroad
Integration Start Set At State School In Maryland
The Maryland State School for the Deaf will reopen in September under board order with integration starting. A train accident in Brunswick, Maryland killed 32-year-old B. Webber, a railroad fireman, after a guard rail pierced his car. He leaves a widow Rita and two daughters Sharon and Jeanie, with several siblings and his father Russell Webber. Funeral arrangements were not yet set.
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Maryland
Washington
Wehbber
Brunswick
Webber
Europe
Hey
Brotherhood ‘of
Russell Webber
Rita ‘Webber
Sharon
Jeanie
James I
Earl Webber
Albert Webber
Arizona
Co. H
Brunk Re-elected Chairman in Key District Scouts Meeting
Niemann A Brunk was reelected chair man of the Francis Scott Key district Boy Scouts of America at the annual meeting held at the Holmes D Baker memorial camp Brad dock Heights Wednesday evening. Officers and leaders filled the roles with Cincotta Derr Pue Ramsburg as vice chairmen and Heineman recommended for district commissioner. Louis J Sharp spoke on crime patterns and how Scouting aids parent child understanding. Herbert J Wilkins installed the officers and conveyed council greetings.
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Niemann A. Brunk
Frederick
Francis Scott Key
Boy Scouts of America
Holmes D. Baker
Braddock Heights
Anthony J. Cincotta
Melvin H. Derr
Michael E. Pue
Jacob R. Ramsburg
Heinz J Heineman
National Capital Area Council
Ambrosen Recaps First Year as School Superintendent
In his first year, Superintendent Ambrosen reviews activities and offers future recommendations. Elections updated leadership, budget gains, health and hearing programs expanded, and staff changes noted. Delegations visited, classrooms demonstrated, and PTA formed with plans for adding televisions for pupil use.
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Ambrosen
Low Bidder On Wilson Pl. Work Disputed Case Settled
Albert B. Zink, a Philadelphia lawyer, settled out of court with N. W. Etzler Co over a $75,000 postdated check used when bids opened for Wilson Place grading in New York. Bids by Eller, Lillard, and Kline totaled 13,187 to 15,862 dollars. Settlement terms not disclosed.
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New York i
Albert B. Zink
Philadelphia
N. W. Etzler
Freder
City 1
Hall
State Supreme Court
Wilson Place
James B. M. McNally
Yesterstreet
Eleventh Street
Fuiday
UAL
Aee Uuarate
Lennox Zink
Eller
J. R. Lillard Pot
Son
Merri
Free To Sell Battery Powder After FTC Dismissal
Washington reports that Jess M. Ritchie was cleared to market his battery additive AD-X2 without government restraint. The FTC dropped false advertising charges after cross country hearings failed to prove deception, ending an eight year dispute with Pioneers, Inc. in Oakland California.
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Washington
Jess M. Ritchie
Federal Trade Commission
Ritchie
FTC
Pioneers, Inc
Soviet weapons not affected by personnel cuts says Quarles
New York secretary of the Air Force Donald Quarles warned that Russia's personnel reductions will not hit jet aircraft or atomic weapons. He spoke at the National Industrial Conference Board, stressing the danger of misperceived security as talks about cutting staff continue.
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New York
Donald Quarles
Air Force
Russia
National Industrial Conference’ ‘Board
Quarles
Detrick Saturday to Host Army Chemical Corps Demonstration
An Army Chemical Corps weapons show at Fort Detrick near Frederick features white and colored phosphorous grenades, smoke pots, napalm devices, flame throwers, and a smoke screen finale. Units include Company A and the 115th Infantry Maryland National Guard, the 392nd Signal Battalion, and Civil Air Patrol. The live display runs 1:30 p.m. on the field west of the main gate.
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U. S. Army
Fort Detrick
Korea
Armed Forces Day
Armed Forces
Army
Chemical Corps
Army Chemical Corps
Army In Action
115Th Infantry Regiment
Maryland National Guard
392Nd Signal Battalion
Civil Air Patrol
Farm Revolt Not Stirred Up, They Say
The Associated Press reports Republican leaders claim a Nebraska primary showing does not reveal a farm revolt against Eisenhower policy. Senate Republicans say farmers will vote Democratic in November, while Democrats argue prices and vetoes kept spirits down. Senator Mansfield disagrees, predicting Democratic votes from farm areas. The debate frames a new farm bill as Congress moves to reconcile Eisenhower wishes with opposing features.
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Associated Press
Republican National Committee
GOP
Sen
Mansfield
D-Mont
GOP National Committee
Nebraska
Eisenhower
Esites Kefauver
Washington
Sen. Aiken
Senate Agriculture Committee
Sen. Kuchel
Calif
California
Capehart
Ind
Indiana
Sen. Anderson
Senate
House
Kefauver
Oregon
Adlai Stevenson
Aes
Elm Street Junior High
All County
Charles Sager
State Teachers College
Frostburg
Heistey B. Coran
Frederick School
Stu
Tedents
Sperry Lorm
Deval W. Sneadner
Harry ¥. Prashear
Frederick High Hosts Statewide All County Chorus Concert
More than 1 000 people attended a concert in Frederick High School auditorium as glee clubs and choral groups from Elm Street Junior High Liberty Junior High and Frederick County schools including Brunswick Emmitsburg Mymdown and Middletown performed under the supervision of H S choir directors for the seventeenth annual All County Chorus event.
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Frederick High School
al Counham
Elm
Frederick County
All Street Junior High
Liberty
Frederick County” High School
Wigh
Brunswick
Emmitsburg
Chariuc Fraderick Middletown Thirmont
Truman Reminisces at Paris Sidewalk Café
Former President Truman sat with a dozen reporters at a Paris sidewalk cafe and recalled visiting the same spot 39 years ago during World War I leaves. He bought drinks to celebrate and relax during a quick tour of the French capital.
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Paris
Truman
Frederick Council Debates Aid for Deaf in County Schools
Frederick County Health Council meets at the YMCA to discuss support for a Hard of Hearing program in Frederick County schools. The plan aims to assist deaf and hard of hearing students within local education services.
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Frederick' S County
Motel Peepers Hearing Sought For Sixth Grade Screening
Six Emmitsburg youngsters told the Health Department and county council that only part of local third to sixth grade students had been screened for defective hearing. The group urged funding for a four week program to identify foreign bodies in ears and impaired hearing, noting current funds are lacking. The Frederick Exchange Club has donated 400 to start the effort, with plans to expand through clubs and PTAs until school budgets cover it. Officers of the council were elected, with terms to begin July 1.
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Charles E. Moylan
Baltimore
Charles McC. Mathias
William M
Walter E. Sinn
Mathias
J. Vincent Jamison
Hagerstown
Charles H. Conley Sr
Ambrosen
James Criles
PTA
Academy School
Cambridge
Christ Methodist Church
the Kiwanis
Lions and
Future Teachers of America Clubs
Boonsboro
Lions Club of
Middletown
Rotary
Kiwanis
Civinette
Newcomers
Business
Professional Clubs
Frederick
Carroll County
Helmur Myklebust
Institute For
School of Speech
Northwestern University
South Carolina School For the Deaf
Spartanburg
Conference of Executives of American Schools For the Deaf
Jackson
Mississippi
Emmitsburg
Nellie Smith
Health Department
Patrick M. Schnauffer
Board of Education
Charles V. Main
Milton J. Brunk
William A. Drews
A. J. Rawson
Freda 8. Doll
Joseph D. Baker
Weather contrasts as coast states report snow and heat
A dramatic day across the United States with snow flurries in New England and cold in the Midwest while the Far West sweltered. Temperatures dropped up to 23 degrees from yesterday with readings ranging from 12 to 86 degrees and records near 100 in the Southwest.
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Associated Press
Atlanta
Pittsburgh
Burlington
Mount Washington
N.H
Thermal
Calif
Far West
Southwest
Los Angeles
Yuma
Avie
Upper
Mississippi Valley
Great Lakes
North Atlantic Coast
Peeping Tom Victims Targeted Motel Privacy
Emmitsburg authorities rounded up two youths after motel operators reported faces at windows and frightened guests. Magistrate Gillelan referred the case to juvenile authorities while Judge Schnauffer urged parental cooperation to curb the nighttime mischief and protect resident privacy.
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Reform School
Daniel Kaas
Emmitsburg
Charles Gillelan
William C.roderick
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