October 4 1956 edition page fragment
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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Oct 04, 1956
Page
2
Fragmentary newspaper line shows date October 4 1956 and partial page elements. No readable events, names, or places present to summarize a distinct item.
Fifty years ago another column notes five separate attractions scheduled for the Frederick Fair October 16 19 with more to follow. One act features automobile acrobatics and the City Opera House will host two concerts by the British Hus sar Band on October 8 during a ten week US tour. The county board agreed to heat New Market and Myersville high schools by steam and bids will be sought. Mr Upton Reich appointed assistant instructor of medical physics at the University of Virginia. The 31st annual convention of the State WOCT V opened its second day with remarks by national president Mrs Lillian M XII Stevens.
The piece argues Adlai Stevenson and Estes Kefauver risk damaging U S prestige by denouncing conscription and pressuring NATO, while Truman and European observers question the campaign's impact on unity. It cautions about abandoning the draft and relying on volunteers amid Cold War tensions and disarmament talks.
The Atlantic telegraph era ends and a new underwater cable connects New York and London, enabling 36 simultaneous conversations. The move reduces weather and sunspot disruption versus radiotelephone routes, marking a historic leap in global communications. Nearby market notes list livestock and produce prices from Woodsboro Livestock, including calves, cows, hogs, fowl, rabbits, and potatoes.
The Frederick store site on West Patrick Street moves toward a new building to house Sears operations. A buried history note mentions three skulls found near North Rentz Street, with workmen probing the Diora area. Local schools and agricultural expos appear in brief items, including Middletown High School and the Springfield event.
Workmen remove large mechanical equipment as a 25 acre area is graded for a cement plant in Lime County near the Baker farm. A 26-foot concrete highway, sewer lines, and yard work proceed while a backhoe and other machinery build access. Alpha Cement plans an $8 million plant. payroll may reach $750,000 monthly during construction with about 150 temporary jobs and 1,000 future permanent positions anticipated.
A Russian refugee and his American-born baby daughter were searched for aboard a liner en route to the Soviet Union. Immigrant officials combed cabins for Alexis Chivastov and his daughter Yanya born Philadelphia, while the father may face possible intimidation charges. Fedor Solomat in of the Soviet Embassy said the child is a Soviet citizen.
Adlai E. Stevenson faces a disrupted schedule as rain delays his plan to fly from Elkins to New York City for rallies. Aide efforts consider a five seat plane offered by Governor Willis C. Marland or alternative ground travel as weather limits air travel. about 74 reporters follow the campaign.
Israeli officials report a passenger train was struck by fire from across the Jordan border. An engineer died, a wounded man was hit in the leg, and passengers scrambled as gunfire halted near the coastal plain south of Hayla. Separate report notes Congressman Dawson seeks to halt funds to a local subcommittee.
The British detonated an atomic device at ground level at Maralinga Proving Ground in South Australia. The second blast in a fourth series, described as satisfactory, sent a forecast cloud as expected. Earlier notes said the aim was to study shock waves on underground structures and utilities. Two more firings were planned.
Rain trounced the dairy fair with top honors to R A McCauley and Sons of Hagerstown winning junior champion bull and junior champion female and best three females. Melvin H Wessel and Sons of Lisbon took senior and grand champion female and herd honors. Salona Farms led with multiple breed wins under Z R Lewis of Monkton. Judging featured 108 animals across six breeds plus 4 H contests with numerous champions in cattle swine sheep and poultry.
The Bolshoi's first West appearance in 180 years draws lavish praise from British critics and an approving salute from Prime Minister Eden. Galina Ulanova, at 47, praised as a supreme dancer, headlines Rome and Juliet with a striking stage style.
Among the sick Mrs. Martin Fox of Walkersville was moved from Frederick Memorial Hospital to University Hospital Baltimore by G C Barton ambulance. Clinton Baugher was moved from his son in law and daughter’s home to Springfield State Hospital at Sykesville by G C Barton ambulance. Master Eric Burall son of Jesse J Burall returned from University Hospital Baltimore after surgery for a fractured skull from a fall. Raymond A Cook Sr formerly of Frederick now Riderwood Baltimore County is home after a heart attack. Edna Honts of Walkersville was admitted to Frederick Memorial Hospital for surgery. Mrs Mary Hoover near Tavnisie. Who Was palisten on Moon day is very ill.
Mr Grover R Ponson of Fast Third street will observe Sis 44 birthday Friday. Rev James F Rogers of Jackson Tennessee is visiting as house guest of Mr and Mrs Samuel Warfield on North Market street.
Hammarskjold pushes for international canal control to keep the UN engaged amid Suez talks. Britain and France demand a UN endorsement, while a Soviet veto or failure to secure votes could end UN help. He favors a neutral ad hoc committee to preserve dialogue without taking sides.
The Golden Rule Class and Church of the Brethren associates held a covered dish supper on Sept. 25. After the meal a short program led by chairwoman Mrs. Sara Dutton followed gifts and the exchange of new names for the coming year with many members listed as present.
Bucky Harris, a 35 year major league veteran, signs with the Boston Red Sox as a special assistant to General Manager Joe Cronin. He will be stationed in Boston and act as a general troubleshooter while former Detroit Tigers manager Harris awaits a larger role.
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