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Location

Frederick, Maryland, United States of America

Date

Oct 05, 1955

Page

8

Governor Visits Fair Amid Busy Frederick Show Day

Governor Theodore McKeldin and officials planned to attend the Frederick Fair on Governor's Day with expected crowds and a night program starting at 8 pm. Highlights included Pomona Grange displays, juvenile grange exhibits, and open class winners like Carroll Manor.

Emmitsburg Lewistown Ballenger Braddock Carroll Manor New New Market Betty Smith Hilda Saul Hazel Schaffer Charlotte Roberts Isabel Fry Jack Rochman Ceporiec Judai Ralah Peak Winchester Rebecca Boyer Edgewood Toseph TL Reeder Trias

Good Things To Eat Seen In Competition At The Fair

The Frederick Fair displays cakes candies and breads in home arts yet 4-H booths dominate with baking clothing crafts and a first time championship booth. Exhibits include table settings needle arts dried arrangements and many completed garments organized by 4-H clubs across Middletown Ballenger Buckeystown and Mt Pleasant with judges and local leaders noting growing participation and community displays.

Frank Keeter Rocky Springs Frederick Fair Shoakstown Club Carol Stup Sally Blickenstaff Middletown Harriet Roberts Prospect Iva Zetler Big Star Buckeystown Travis Zellar Tittle Star Patsy Wise Sally Jones Mt. Pleasant Sarah King Ballenger Judy Lockmer Mt Pleasant Dorothy Coleman Johnsville Jackie Hevner Barbara Tfert Rachel Remsberg Buckerstown Alice Solter Ruth Keller Maranne Hahn Judy Snook Myersville Jr LaRue Summers Unionville Patsy Lakin Jefferson Vivian Wolfe Wolfesville Martha Hail Trust Charlotte Stiles New Market Sara Marilyn Kifer Petersville Sarah Betsy Lovington Grange Gari Scouts

Forest Towers Open As Hunting Season Begins

Forest towers opened today as the squirrel hunting season starts. Forest Supervisor Herman Toms outlined staffing through the fall fire season ending around December. At Foxville the for o man is Andrew Abraham. Mervil Beachley at Lamb's Knoll. Mrs Toms oversees Gambrill near Gambrill State Park. Fire danger rises with withered hurricane wind damaged leaves. The fall color season approaches with gold gums and red dot wood. Large crowds are expected at Gambrill Park this weekend and next.

Herman Toms Toms Andrew Abraham Fowerman Foxville Mervil Beachley Lamb's Knoll Gambrill Unoan Gambrill State Park Gambrill Park Sunda

Automatically Extend Automobile Policies New York

New York auto insurance policies were extended today to provide 10 cover payments to insureds and their families when involved with uninsured drivers. The extra protection costs about $260 on renewal or new policies for those aged 54 and older. State Superintendent Leifert Holz announced the measure, aimed at meeting demands for compulsory aid and marking a first nationwide move by the industry, which has opposed compulsory insurance.

New York West New York State Leifert Holz United States

No More Evenhowers for President Says Brother

Portland news reports Edgar Evenhoy, brother of the President, opposes further relatives pursuing the presidency. The Tacoma attorney notes the statement followed mention of Milton Fisenhower as a possible Republican candidate.

Portland, Ore P Edgar Evenhoy Pim Tas Sears Tacoma Wash Milton Fisenhower Pennsshama State University

Robbery at Frederick Municipal Airport Steals 5229

Thieves smashed a window at Frederick Municipal Airport and stole 5229 from United Flying Service during the night. Airport manager Richard Green and William Blessley discovered the break-in at about 9 AM. Police opened an investigation, noting the cash drawer was pried open and several checks left behind. The company president is Raymond Y. McNemar of Baltimore.

Frederick Municipal Airport United Flying Service Richard Green Baltimore William Blessiley Petersville Green Blessley Frederick City Detective Bureau Raymond Y. McNemar Jessons Hiad

Woman Beaten Man Is Held in Burke Case

Beatrice Stolt a 43 year old Washington D C woman was found nude beaten and semi conscious in a wooded area near Burke. She was taken to Alexandria Hospital in critical condition. Melvin L Raines 30 of Springfield was arrested and charged with attempted murder after police say he attacked the woman with a claw hammer during a drive they met at a Washington tavern and had never seen each other before.

Burke Burke Lasting Beatrice Stolt Washington, D.C Springfield Alexandria Melvin L. Raines Raines Ranmes Washington Thotmempi Sating

Capias Served and Trial Date Set for October

Grand jury indictments lead toOctober trial date for Jeb Stella alias Frances S Mc ea as judge sets case in Circuit Court. Erwin J. Shankle released on $1000 bond awaiting murder in the second degree charge. Multiple appeals by Ralph A Sauhle Raymond S Hytehcock William B Dobson Jr nolle pressed or dismissed amid ongoing court actions. Bishop James B F Walsh of Maryland reportedly released from house arrest by the Communists.

Stella Frances S Mc Tral Cire Cut Erwin J. Shankle Cotton Orton i Cotr Colle Thetators News Ralph A Sauhle Raymond S Hytehcock Wiliam B Dobson, Jr Nolle Bedford Johnson Irving J Shankle Warris Natlas Charles R Donald FR Brier Joseph Forolesdame FL Morgan

Fire prevention tips issued for Fire Prevention Week

Deputy County Fire Marshal Charles F. Bell urged Frederick County residents to follow safety rules to cut fires. He cited 1954 Maryland losses of over 10 million and national first half 1955 losses near 347 million, urging care with matches, fuels, wiring, and heating. Observance is part of a national program with Governor McKeldin and President Eisenhower.

Charles F. Bell Torday Maryland Bell Frederick County McKeltin Eisenhower

Must Pay For Hospital Food Must Pay For Hospital Food

President Eisenhower will not pay medical expenses at Fitzsimons Hospital Denver but will be billed 15 per day for meals during his recovery from a heart attack. His wife’s meals will be added to the bill though quarters will not be charged. Army officials, after consulting with General Taylor, say subsistence meals are reimbursable by the President while nursing and other expenses are not. Government officers admitted to the hospital are charged 17.50 per day. Eisenhower had resigned his Army commission before accepting the GOP nomination in 1952. Truman previously paid for a brief stay at Walter Reed with daily subsistence and lunches charged.

Washington US Armed Forces Eisenhower Army Fitzsimons Hospital Denver Fitzsimons Eas Phathen Yestuides Wilberm Brucker Manwell D. Taylor Armed Forces GOP Mnmindtien Harrys & Truman Stent Walter Reed Arms Truman

Stock market advances on second straight recovery day

The market edged higher in early dealings as key leaders led another follow through advance. Technological and industrial shares showed strength while traders monitored economic data for further clues on the path to sustained gains.

New York Frestest Tan Ar Ptes

American journalist jailed for stabbing in Rome case

An American reporter, Donald Allan, was sentenced in Rome to six months and 20 days in prison after a court found him guilty of stabbing an Italian man he believed had seduced his wife. The incident stemmed from a marital dispute and the court imposed the light sentence under Italian judicial standards.

Rome Donald Allan Meanths Cass Itahian

Eight Shot In Battle At Perfect Circle Plant

NEW CASTLE Ind Eight people were shot in a pitched battle during an estimated 5000 sympathy demonstrators outside the Perfect Circle Corp plant. Police reported an unconfirmed claim that one person was killed. Three wounded were nonstrikers inside the plant. five demonstrators were injured as police fired from inside the plant. A guard house and nearby house were damaged and windows broken.

New Castle Ind Perfect Circle Corp Perem

Moroccan Reforms Fight Threatens Faure Coalition

Guerrilla clashes in the Rif mountains strain France’s Morroccan reform plan as nationalist leader Lyazidi warns of worsening terrorism. Paris mulls delaying or scrapping the Faure government as Sultan Mohammed Ben Moulay Arafa is moved to Tangier and a new regency or self rule is debated. Gen Pierre Boyer de Latour du Moulin seeks a throne solution acceptable to all amid sketchy reports from Rabat.

Rabat Paris Edgar Faure Coaliton Slohammed Lyaaidi Faure Lyazidi Mohammed Ben Moulay Arafa Tangier Pierre Boyer de Latour du Moulin Boyer de Latour Rabat Trtbes

Financial Gains Mark Conference Budget Growth

The Pennsylvan ia Conference of the Evangelical United Brethren Church reports higher finances across all departments in the past year. Treasurer Rev Dr D N Zuse disclosed $104,451 from 145 churches in Maryland DC and south central Pennsylvania toward missionary and benevolent funds, with total receipts at $329,411, a near $35,000 rise.

Hagerstown Pennsylvania Evangelical United Brethren Church Denthl P. Zuse Chambersburg Maryland District of Columbia Budster Dt Laster M Kauffman New Ciumberland Old Forge Wasneshors Matenance Ag Fev Fred Chouastman Quincy TNO Vin Mo Wells Red Lion World Service Sear End George CO Daugherty Jefferson, Pa Woc Wachter Lemasters Ta Pa Caskle York Pal Siam Hach Dumannon Pa Sears Oehvnches Viiaunee

Adenauer and Faure Hold Urgent Saar Unity Talk

West German Chancellor Adenauer and French Premier Faure met in Luxembourg in a rapid session to avert a Western rift over Saar referendums set for Oct 23. The vote on EU control of the coal and steel valley could strain French German cooperation ahead of Geneva talks. Faure sought Adenauer’s view after his Moscow trip.

Luxembourg Edgar Faure Konrad Adenauer Geneva Adenauer Christian Democratic Party Adenaaer Moscow

Bids Filed on Maryland 31 North Branch Bridge Project

The George F. Hazelwood Co. of Cumberland was the apparent low bidder at $507,564 for a 214-foot three span bridge on Maryland 31 at North Branch Allegany County. T. Edgie Russell of Frederick bid $507,627. A third bid stood at $567,583. A second project near Bloomington Garrett County had The Case Construction Corp. of Mt Airy as apparent low at $157,224 for a Baltimore and Ohio Railroad bridge over the railroad. John D. Sheetz Construction Co. of Halethorpe was second low at $169,191 with other bids up to $184,819.

Baltimore George F. Hazelwood Co Cumberland North Branch Allegany County Hazelwood T.edgie Russell Frederick Maryland 31 Case Construction Corp Mt Airy Maryland Baftimore and Ohio Railroad Bloomington Garrett County John D. Sheetz Construction Co Halethorpe

Free pamphlet on Christmas packaging offered by Post Office

The Post Office Department announced a free pamphlet on wrapping and packaging Christmas gifts. The illustrated booklet will be available at all post offices after October 15. Postmaster General Summerfield said it should answer most questions about mailing fees rates special services and parcel protection in transit. A second item notes an agreement for pay raises reached today in major railroads with the Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen.

Washington Post Office Department Oet Summerfield Aghee Chicago Brotherhood of Railroad

Excellent Night For President Eisenhower Health Update

President Eisenhower’s doctors report an excellent night as he recovers from a heart attack at Fitzsimons Army Hospital. A 7 am bulletin notes satisfactory progress with no complications, while the two week danger period remains critical. Mrs Eisenhower relaxes briefly as her sister arrives for her birthday. The President, a grandfather, receives a morale boost from a photo of his 7 year old grandson.

Denver Eisenhower Fitzsimons Army Hospital Gordon Moore Washington John §. Doud Rene Rime David Rocky Mountain

Grandchildren Send Gum Gifts to President Eisenhower

Denver reports President Eisenhower had an excellent night and satisfactory progress after a medical bulletin stating he slept soundly for nine hours. Grandchildren Susan, Anne, and David visited with gifts of bubble gum, each child selecting a piece, Hagerty said, bringing a cheerful moment during the day.

Denvera Eisenhower Eisen ‘Hower Dameg C. Hagerty Susan Anne David Hagerty

City Hall to Close Thursday for Frederik Fair

City Hall offices will be closed all day Thursday due to the Frederik Fair. The City Register's office will remain open as the sole exception to the closure.

City Register

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