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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Nov 13, 1950
Page
5
Dr. Lloyd N. Yepsen warns that 1.5 million Americans are mentally defective, with 3 million bordering on deficiency. Public treatment costs $1.5 billion annually, yet root causes lie in fear, strain, and materialism. Mind health requires purposeful living and focus on higher values.
Readers object to repeated jibes about how Coopera tive Concert ushers ventilate the auditorium. They suggest ushers or custodians manage intermission ventilation to spare artists and audience from ridicule and maintain decorum. Strong Navy seen as Russia rapid buildup, Brassey’s 1950 survey notes atom bomb and missiles threat.
A Fair market opens with onions kale and vegetables while a few ripe tomatoes fetch 18 cents a half peck and eggs rise to 24 cents per eight dozen. New residences for Harris and Filler near the old United Brethren church near East Third Street progress rapidly as Harry J. Grove moves nearby. Republicans from Adams, Franklin, Frederick, and Washington counties hold a joint meeting on McKinley’s election atop Monterey mountain with bonfire and fireworks. H L Lampe finishes repainting John Eisenhauer's store on North Market Street.
Announcement of an employment agency under Frederick County Dreuth Emergency Association with offices in the Federated Charities building. Middletown High School soccer league title won by defeating Emmitsburg High. Junior League champion with 16 0 at Cadet Field. A Blue Ridge Transportation bus from Winchester struck a culvert near Jefferson. driver bruised, no passengers. Golden Oxford Torino, prize bull owned by Harry B. Witter, found dead in a field. valued at 250 dollars.
HAL BOYLE reports that U N intelligence notes North Korea fights on with a depleted army while China’s vast forces mass for invasion. Analysts warn of a Soviet backed push to bleed UN forces in Korea, testing Communist strength and strategic bluff amid global tensions.
Republican Senator-elect John M Blatter of Maryland calls for a fresh investigation into Senator McCarthy's charges against the State Department. He notes the public deserves clarity on whether Communists have ever been in the department and says the matter should be heard again.
St Louis reports doctors urge against wasteful and dubious infertility treatments. Dr. Mengert of the University of Texas says one third of infertile couples can be helped by specific surgical and case based methods, but if no cause exists couples should be told their problem is relative infertility and avoid further risky procedures.
Washington analysis by James Marlow explains how the 81st Congress ends January 3 1981 and the 82nd begins with Democrats maintaining a slimmer majority. It notes committee control remains with Democrats, but Republicans gain leverage when margins narrow, affecting Truman era proposals like health insurance and civil rights.
Republicans swept Mt Airy in Tuesday’s general election with McKeldin carrying the district 342 to 2650 and Tydings losing to John Marshall Butler at 2299. In Carroll County races, numerous GOP candidates led, including Walter E. Garrett, Donald F. Sponkelier, and J. Wesley Mathias. Camellia exhibit by Louis J. Knock set for Columbia show. Chris Christis of Wilson Place scored a hole in one at Catoctin Country Club.
NEA correspondents forecast a tight balance of power in the 82nd Congress as Democrats cling to nominal majorities. Southern Democrats may hold real sway, prompting Truman to seek Dixiecrat peace or risk party battles. The GOP gains loom, though no mandate exists, while labor voters falter and McCarthy’s influence grows amid looming investigations.
Emmitsburg residents hosted visitors including Mrs Claudia Rosensteel and family, and Mr and Mrs Louis Rosensteel from Baltimore. Francis X Elder Post American Legion held a meeting with plans for a Christmas toy drive and a new bronze plaque. The group discussed Halloween parade reports, swings from surplus pipe, and a new 20 inch TV. Two new members, Raymond Baker and Paul Centi, joined. St Joseph’s High School alumni dance with Dog Patch theme drew a large crowd. Doris Oling and Watel Glacken earned fashion prizes. Legion Auxiliary planned a rummage sale and donated a new refrigerator. membership goals set near 84. A Quincy subscriber praised The Frederick News as a family treasure.
Official returns from Montgomery county show Republicans winning most offices with a few Democratic wins. Unopposed Democratic victors include Stella B. Werner Clayton K. Watkins and Robert K. Maddox. Tax and court posts listed alongside counts for governor senator attorney general and local judges.
American pilot Russell Brown from Pasadena California remarks on the first jet combat against Russian MiG-15s near Sinuiju. He says it is too early to judge their merits against American F-80s, noting the MiGs are well trained and appear new but currently engage in stunts and retreat when pursued toward the Yalu River.
Sunday’s Chest Fund collected 2875 dollars at Calvary Methodist church as of Sunday afternoon for the church’s special Chest Fund. Pastor Dr J Franklin Haas said contributions may push the total over 3000 dollars, with funds reserved for future church commitments.
Pianist Jeanne Behrend will present a concert in Brodbeck Hall Hood College on Thursday evening November 16 at eight oclock. The program emphasizes modern and diverse works including Beethoven Debussy Chavez Labos and other composers. Behrend known for her North and South American engagements has taught at Juilliard and the Philadelphia Conservatory.
London dispatch reports Atlantic pact deputies meeting to decide how Western Germany joins the Western European defense system by Christmas. Key issues include fears of a German army basis, French plans for a supra national council, and German troop contributions. US and Britain favor rapid army formation with division sized German forces, even as the search for a supreme commander continues. Eisenhower is widely expected to get the post, with urgency growing among deputies.
Five Maryland pedestrians died from injuries in automobile accidents. Ada Montgomery, 37, on Route 40 near Baltimore city line. John Yeager, 72, died at Provident Hospital from injuries after being hit Saturday. Ethel Mills, 50, died at University Hospital from injuries Wednesday in Baltimore County. George Booker, 60, died at City Hospitals from a November 4 intersection collision. Norma Foster, 47, of Cherry Hill Cecil County, fatally struck crossing the highway near Elkton. Herman Nesbitt, 51, died at Mercy Hospital from burns from a smoldering mattress in his apartment.
Miss Mary Mather professor of home economics at Hood College will participate in a survey and evaluation of vocational education and practical arts in Washington County. The survey will be conducted on Wednesday.
Five deaths occurred in a series of weekend fires in Garrett and nearby towns in western Pennsylvania. Victims included a family in a two story house and others in separate blazes. investigators say the cause may be accidental with a stove linked to one blaze. Fire officials reported multiple fatalities and described conditions as tragic with emergency crews responding promptly.
A final settlement was reached out of court in a negligence suit by McAlister of Burkittsville against Andrew C. Maught. The Mate Circuit Court had awarded McAlister $800 after a directed verdict favored Mrs. Roy Mau Edwin. Attorneys reported no further action. the matter was marked retitled and satisfied.
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