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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1954
Page
2
The piece notes a revival of weather control experiments with scientists from the Weather Bureau and a presidential committee pursuing the goal. It mentions private firms and individuals seeking a lucrative invention and wonders if humanity may someday turn nature on and off at will.
A New York family of four escaped with minor injuries after a small plane overshot the runway at Queens Chapel Airport in Hyattsville. Pilot John Stahlberg, 45, of Babylon, Long Island, said he tried to take off again but pancaked the aircraft into trees.
Reynolds post in G AR held Memorial Day exercises at the hall and Mt Olivet cemetery with Major E Goldsborough speaking. Graves were decorated. Zion Reformed Church at Charlesville was dedicated on Trinity Sunday. Bark Street flooded from curb to curb after two heavy rains. sewer expected to prevent flooding. Strawberries sold 5 to 11 cents per box. A town excursion to Gettysburg by several residents occurred without incident.
May 31, 1934 recalls Memorial Day with the American Legion parade in Fred elih the President and a trip to Gettysburg. It marks the 45th anniversary of the Johnstown flood and notes a school benefit at Winchester Hall with local actors. A third burglary attempt at Texas Company bulk storage is reported as a failed break-in.
Mrs L C Hill of Bluefield announces the June engagement of her daughter Thelma Viola Hill to Edgar P Dougherty of the city son of the late Mr and Mrs James A Dougherty formerly of Knoxville Tenn Thelma attended Bluefield Montcalm schools and works for S S Kresge Thedg Dougherty attended Knoxville schools served in the U S Navy and works at the Navy Supply Center Norfolk A June wedding is planned.
Washington reports three major Eisenhower proposals nearing pivotal votes on Capitol Hill with mixed odds. The House plans to advance a social security expansion with higher benefits and larger payrolls. The Senate prepares housing and tax revision debates, facing opposition from southern Democrats and a fight over a four year public housing program and broad tax cuts.
Towson Baltimore County police halted a stolen red convertible in a wild chase after firing 11 shots into the speeding car early today. The 19 year old driver, George Smith of Baltimore, was wounded in the shoulder. Police reported four occupants stopped and wounded during the incident.
Mr and Mrs Jacob Elmer Cline of Highland celebrated their 50th anniversary with over 100 relatives and friends in a garden setting on May 16. Gifts included a 22 gold piece and a three-tier 19 pound cake. Their six children and 15 of 18 grandchildren attended, along with Rev Raymond L Markley who conducted a gratitude service.
Miss Nancy Ann England and Lt. M. Tysdal wed at Riverdale Presbyterian Church University Park in a ceremony led by Rev W Keith Curis. The couple plans to reside in Rehoboth Del after June. Bride and attendants wore ivory lace and silk. reception followed at 4523 Hamilton Street Hyattsville.
Lloyd Culler, long regarded as Frederick’s patriarch, turns 85 Tuesday as a Democrat who shaped the city from 1913 Alderman to eight mayoral terms. He built hospitals, schools, parks and water systems, guiding growth and preserving a personal standard he enforces across parties.
Doctor Edwin P Jordan answers readers questions on polio incubation immunity swimming exercise and tonsil removal during polio season. A police report notes John Francis Holt robbed of over 500 dollars from his wallet in a Mt Pleasant club after midnight Friday into Saturday.
In San Antonio a Baptist minister, moved by emotion, preached on adult delinquency while his 17 year old son Luther and 18 year old Jerry Wills sat on the front row. They are accused of beating Julian Vega to death with a pool cue the night of May 21, reflecting tensions around juvenile behavior and parental influence.
Mrs. Helene Vona vice-president of the Frederick County Council of Parent-Teacher organizations served as the county delegate to the National PTA meeting in Atlantic City last week. The convention covered parental responsibility in juvenile delinquency, mental health, recreation, and use of school buildings. Joseph A. Hunter of Maryland PTA was elected vice-president for Region 2, which includes six states and the District of Columbia.
The Frederick Association of Life Underwriters marked its first year with a Friday meeting at the Francis Scott Key Hotel. Charles H. Woodman was reelected president, with Daniel S. Chesler as first vice president Newton Cowell as second vice president Robert F. Barrick secretary treasurer and John Shorrow as a board member. Directors include Clarence Heffner Melvin Derr Thomas Molesworth Vincent Hull and L. L. Sibert. Al Powell past president of the Hagerstown group spoke, praising the Fredericks for sponsoring the LUTC training course and noting a film on course highlights. A motion honored Chesley for his work as instructor.
A preacher reflects on a trainee asking the meaning of meek in the Beatitudes. He explains meekness as being God-molded and guided by His will, contrasting earthly success with divine rewards. Quotes Psalm 37:11 and Matthew 11:29 to illustrate the concept.
Robbers entered the Shamrock Inn at 810 East South Street on Saturday morning, ripping a rear window screen to gain entry. They escaped with about 34 dollars and some inexpensive jewelry after ransacking the cash register. The incident occurred between 12.45 a m and 11 a m on May 29, police say.
The Bel Air Lions club sponsors the ninth annual horse and pony show to be held Saturday and Sunday June 4 and June 6 at the Noyes Greer 4states on Water Vale road Bel Air Harold Himmer serves as show chairman and Kenneth Preston oversees entries.
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