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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Oct 10, 1950
Page
7
A 1950 health note argues colds stem from crowded indoor air and germs, not cold weather. Greenland scientists found heat, not cold, promotes colds, while cool rooms around 60s reduce incidence. Jefferson washed his feet in icy water for prevention.
Predictions point to higher auto prices as all makes are boosted before year end. Wages and material costs rise, and automobiles now cost twice as much as a decade ago. Despite inflation, production breaks records and dealers report strong demand with buyers waiting.
A Frederick letter to the editor congratulates the 88th Agricultural Fair officials boards and committees. It notes a safe midway, absence of pickpockets and a fairground fakir, and praise for grandstand entertainment and exhibits. The writer quips about “People are Funny” and hints past gambling concerns were absent this year.
Fragmentary note attributes reflections on aging and faith from a dated manuscript. It mentions the number seventy eight as a milestone and cites scripture tone, suggesting contemplation of mortality and spiritual assurance.
Major Thomas M. Nial reviews new Class Q allotment rules replacing quarters for dependents and explains how to obtain family allowances. He advises letters to spouses, steps to request allotments, and how to appeal physical exam results. Also notes on TV-A exemptions for sole surviving sons and past pay act changes to combat pay.
Crowd at Fair Grounds draws thousands by rail from B and Q lines and electric lines to see Walter Stanton rooster impersonator. Grand stand filled for racecourse tours. Kemp Hall hosts Grace Reform Mite Society program An Evening With Will Carleton. Democrats meet to plan Bryan visit October 23 with parade. Myrkle and Harder present Knobs O Tennessee to large City Opera House audience.
Twenty years ago items note the opening of the New Washington Highway bridge over the Monocacy river with no ceremonies. An air traffic display of eighteen army planes preceded by a pilot plane captured local attention. The first Austin car owned in Frederick appeared as a Bennett's delivery vehicle. A new state police club operation near Randallstown will open Monday with Corp. C R Blizsard in charge.
A young American officer Lt. Joseph Elbert Hicks from Illinois survived eight days behind Red lines with no weapon. He credited a loyal South Korean for saving his life by guiding him through mountains, hiding in culverts and straw piles, living mostly on rice, and evading Red patrols until reaching an American command post.
Dr and Mrs Denton Cooley live in London with their eight month old daughter Mary. He teaches at Brompton Hospital and studies European chest surgery while she, former Louise Thomas, hails from Frederick. They traveled from New York on September 6 aboard the Queen Elizabeth and occupy an apartment in Hammersmith. England's austerity slows meat and soap, but eggs remain scarce for adults while children receive more. Dr Cooley helped perfect the blue baby operation at Johns Hopkins and now trains British surgeons.
Washington report on color television leaves CBS near the line, while RCA NBC and set manufacturers face renewed costs. FCC urged adapters in all sets, risking anti trust scrutiny and forcing a price rise about 30 dollars per unit plus a 75 dollar converter for color reception, with impact on roughly 8 million homes and a potential 1.25 billion extra cost.
Dear Miss Dix considers a middle aged wife’s behavior shift blamed on age and offers patience as cure. A younger engaged man asks about a boss’s interference with his fiancée and Miss Dix says marry and relocate her from the office. The final note advises a wife not to confront the other woman directly.
Taneytown October meeting at Taney Inn discusses charter efforts for a Kiwanis Key Club with nineteen interested boys. Samuel Breth William Hopkins and Charles Stonesifer named to submit officer nominations. Miles Reifsnyder to report on charter steps at District Convention. Guests include Earl Lockinghill and Robert McCarthy of Ford. Official ladies night set with oyster supper at Wordsboro Lutheran church.
A 10 o'clock Saturday ceremony at St John s Catholic church united Mrs Frances Harley Vaughan and Col F Lester Smith in a formal wedding. The bride s sister Helene Warley served as maid of honor and George S Smith was best man. After a reception at Peter Pan Inn the couple left for Bermuda and will reside in Silver Spring after November 1. Mrs Vaughan, daughter of Mrs Holgate Harley and the late Mr Harley of Defiance Ohio, is a Georgetown graduate and has worked for the Frederick County Welfare Board. Col Smith, a Pentagon finance officer, is a St John s College Annapolis graduate.
A quiet ceremony at Mrs. Carol Whitney’s home near Lovettsville Virginia joined Mildred H. Knudson daughter of Edgar W. Powell of Chicago and William H. Winder son of Clarence A. Winder of Pasadena California. The Lutheran rite was performed by Rev. William A. Wade. A wedding dinner followed. Out of town guests included Mr. and Mrs. David D. Hunsaker and Mr. and Mrs. Donald B. Hunsaker of Chicago among others. The couple will reside in Washington where both are employed.
The Maryland Governors committee promotes an essay contest for 11th and 12th grade students on Equal Opportunity in Employment for the Physically Handicapped. Open to all public, private and parochial schools. Runs Oct 15 to Dec 15 with $250 in state prizes. the winner may enter a national contest with a $1000 first prize.
Workmen repair the street in front of the narrator’s house for two weeks using pneumatic drills and steam shovels. The noise and dust are disruptive yet tolerated as residents anticipate a smoother future asphalt surface. Some drivers back out, but neighbors endure the upheaval for long term benefits.
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