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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Nov 19, 1955
Page
3
The Washington County grand jury reported that delinquency stems from bad home and parental influences. It urged Hagerstown officials to consider a curfew and recommended foster homes, supervised boarding homes, and counseling services. Churches, educators, and civic groups should help address teen problems.
John Gilbert Graham, 23, in a jail interview denied planting a time bomb on the United Air Lines plane that killed his mother Daisie King and 43 others. He claimed he did not remember signing a written admission and said his mother did all packing, while police accuse him of plotting to collect a $37,500 life-insurance payout. His arraignment date was set for November 28 as the case progresses.
In Baltimore on November 18, Robert Mace Hathaway of Columbus Ohio received six months in prison and a $2500 fine for his role in illegal transporting slot machines from Parkersburg West Virginia to Southern Maryland. FBI seized 36 machines across five Southern Maryland sites. Hathaway alleged profit of $3560 from Maryland sales, stating $1900 on tax. Three co-defendants Glenn Willis Ekman, all in Columbus, pleaded guilty and got similar sentences. Hathaway earlier served 36 years of a 25 year Post Office armed holdup sentence at Alcatraz and Lewisburg and later moved into Washington and Columbus restaurant work after 1948 release.
East Germany threats to West Berlin include a crackdown on Western motorists for careless driving on Autobahns and the closure of the main ship canal to West Germany and the Ruhr. Officials cite a mechanical defect and promise to reopen Sunday, while shippers adopt a wait and see stance amid potential wider pressure. Police warn disciplined driving is demanded, with no clear enforcement timeline.
Washington County grand jury says 62 aged and needy residents at Bellevue must move to a modern facility. With a $3 million chronic disease hospital planned nearby, officials urge a separate home remains necessary as Old Bellevue deteriorates and will be torn down after the new hospital opens next year.
Raymond Foreman a Tee Street resident was found not guilty of assaulting Betty Dion after the magistrate ruled evidence was insufficient. Foreman testified he stopped to inquire about a lost item and did not threaten Dion. Betty claimed she was pulled by the arm as she walked home with a boyfriend. The state dropped the case amid conflicting accounts and defense labeled the matter a heart affair.
Sen Kefauver charged the Democratic National Committee favored Adlai Stevenson for 1956 and alleged telegrams with Stevenson's name were sent to local meetings. Butler denied the charge, calling the committee neutral, as Kefauver signaled a possible presidential bid and weighed decisions. Also reports Navy blimp safe after fuel shortage and notes on a Central Africa bridegroom shower and a tiny air fan for rubberized Navy suits.
A researcher warns the do-it-yourself craze makes homes more hazardous than traffic due to misread instructions and toxic fumes. Mrs. Marian Gleason of the University of Rochester notes many family members cannot read manuals, leading to dangerous experiments with chemicals, tools, and devices. The issue parallels rising home accidents. meanwhile tax structure studies proceed with a legislative council group review.
Liberal credit and quick confidential service attract many customers for personal loans. The center advertises loans to fit budgets with no worthy person refused and emphasizes convenient terms and privacy.
Annapolis, Nov 1842 Gov McKeldin said he will try to submit 1956 tax proposals to the Legislative Council by Jan 1 but cannot guarantee readiness. He tied timing to firm revenue estimates from the Board of Revenue Estimates and completed budget hearings. He stressed informing the Legislature and people promptly while noting a firm deadline cannot yet be set. The governor is not on the Revenue Board, which includes the comptroller, treasurer and budget director. The Long Island legislature proposed changes to raise funds to balance the budget. Another deficit looming may require new or higher taxes.
120 Realty Company presents Briggs Kad multiple Frederick City properties including Brigadoon bungalow and brick homes with features such as fireplaces, dining rooms, kit cabinets, full basements, and oil heat. Prices range from 7 800 to 25 000 with 2 car garages and new homes planned in Northwest Section. Office at 120 W Church St offering VA FHA and conventional financing.
Locust Grove Church of the Brethren between Linganore and Woodville observes homecoming on Sunday with a 10 a.m. Sunday service led by Superintendent Irving Norwood. Rev J Ira Metzker preaches at 11 a.m. Lunch at 12:45 p.m. Rev Simmons Jr. presides at the 2 p.m. service. Special music and remodeled basement and kitchen are noted. members invited to inspect the improvements.
Noah E Cramer and Son real estate agents advertise a desirable brick modern dwelling on first guard street with three rooms, powder room, hardwood floors, hot water heat, and off burner priced for quick sale. Also offered is a two apartment dwelling on North Market Street with three rooms and bath on each floor, possible first floor occupancy with second floor rent. Owner leaving town, quick sale, second floor expandable. Teallors 114 North Court Frederick Md.
Gilmore R Flautt Jr and his firm advertise multiple brick and frame apartment dwellings and a four unit cement block building for sale. Each unit features steam heat and strong net yields ranging from about 8 to 19 percent. Properties are described as in excellent condition with no immediate improvements needed.
Paul G Morgan advertises several homes on Jagard Street and in the N W downtown section. Prices range from 7200 to 12000 dollars with 3 to 6 rooms, brick construction, modern updates, immediate possession, and gas furnace. Represented by Emmert RK BevluS Broker.
Brokerage listing describes Fairfax area homes with 3 bedrooms, large kitchens, family rooms, living rooms, baths, carport, enclosed patio and storage. Notes occupancy in February, various monthly payments, VA and FHA financing, and local school proximity.
The listing describes a sizable rustic property with 3 bedrooms, many rooms, electric service, running water, and a large porch. Features include a dappled shade area, a long lawn, a bank barn with 12 stanchions, a silo, hog and poultry housing, spring houses, and a garage. About 313,000 asking price, plus an estimated 650 bales of hay and owner’s share of corn. Bidders encouraged by R. L. Zentz of Strout Realty, Uniontown Rd Taneytown Md. Pa 3301 Route IE Ered.
Keefe r M Koogle owner advertises several brick homes for sale with 7 to 9 rooms, modern amenities, large lots, garages, and rents or down payments. Listings include prices from 7 000 to 14 000, locations on Market Street East Third Street North Market Street and Monument, contact 2 1813 1500 West 7th Street. Offers encouraged and quick responses noted.
The notice lists multiple properties for sale including 2 to 9 room dwellings, bungalows, and frame houses with details on location East Pat or Western Section, features like oil heat basements and baths, plus prices ranging from 7 000 to 14 500 dollars. Also includes a grocery business with dwelling, cattle farm listings, and farm equipment in various Maryland areas with references to Baltimore markets and stock details.
Auction and sale details for three dairy farms near Woodsburg Fred. CQ. A list features a 19 000 to 19 500 price range and multiple improvements including modern barns, silos, dairies, and living quarters. Contact P. B. Roof & Son at Monument 2-166 for information.
Leonard E Sherman and Mary B Young advertise a tavern on Rt 27 with stock and equipment, priced at 15000. Also an 152 acre stock farm with a house and new barn 40x80, nearby water, listed at 26500. Located near Art Airy, Meade area, Maryland. contact numbers provided.
A fragmented housing ad lists multiple properties for sale or investment. Items include a partly modern frame apartment with oil heat at $6,250, a West Paterson two apartment dwelling with parking and rear entrance at $15,000, a brick store with two tenants on Kit First Street, a 7 room semi detached brick dwelling at Elm Street with steam heat at $11,800, and a Phillips Road lot with an acre view at $650. Also offered Baker Valley Road building and a 4 room lot with price $500 each.
A. Luther Knowles lists multiple farms and building plots with details on size, structures, water features, and road access. Properties include 315 acres with a frame house and barn, 135 acres with a stone house near a stream, 10 acres with a 5 room house and electric water system, 220 acres stock farm with pond and large barn, plus various building lots near Frederick. Prices range from 12 000 to 18 000 dollars, all within commuting distance of Frederick.
Classified listing from Ideal Garage shows a selection of used cars including 1952 Buick Special 2 door, 1951 Buick Super Hardtop, 1950 Buick Special 2 door, 1948 Buick Super 2 door, 1939 Buick 4 door, 1953 Oldsmobile 98 4 door, 1954 Pontiac Catalina, 1953 Pontiac 8 Catalina, 1951 Chevrolet Hardtop, 1949 Chevrolet 2 door, 1953 Mercury 4 door, 1951 Mercury 2 door, 193? Dodge 2 door, Plymouth 4 door, Nash 4 door 1913, located at IDEAL GARAGE co EXC U12214 East Pytr ak Street.
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