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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Oct 14, 1950
Page
7
A newspaper column argues the U S should intensify inspections of foreign ships like the Batory while expressing public endorsement of stricter screening to deter potential threats. It contrasts this with comments on human misery, noting women’s self pity and society’s indulgence, and comments on the psychology of sadness and martyrdom.
Certificates of expenditures in the primary election filed in the clerk’s office show Maurice C. Smith, Democratic candidate for County Commissioner, spent $114.26. William E. Houver, Democratic candidate for House of Delegates, $161.78. Joseph F. Eisenhauer, Democratic candidate for State Central Committeeman, $96.53. Fitis C. Wachter, unopposed for re election as Clerk of the Circuit Court, $45.
From The News Oct 14 1900 a wagon horse attached to a wagon bolted with Mr Ray Bitzer his wife and children aboard the wagon wrecked into a stone fence near the cemetery throwing all from the wagon the wagon was demolished another item notes local residents sending chickens to the Hagerstown Fair the county commissioners consider a new Pleasant Walk school replacing one destroyed by fire a Frederick bailiff C F Roelkey died aged 60 and a recent storm killed eight cattle owned by Clayton Zimmerman Ceresville lightning struck the fence first splitting the post
Twenty years ago Local Items notes an announced program called the Show of Thrillers to be the daily grandstand attraction at the Frederick Fair with a balloon ascension promised each day. Major William Preston Lane visits Frederick as the Democratic nominee for Attorney General to succeed the late Thom H. Robinson who died recently. The Fishing Creek reservoir levels drop to a record low of one foot.
The Ford reunion at Mountaindale elected Maynard Ford as president Mrs W T Kreh as secretary and Austin Hoke as treasurer. Attendees include numerous Ford relatives from Frederick Midletown Myersville Linden Hills and Knoxville among others.
In Korea Maj Gen William B Kean forms Task Force Torman and Lt Col W G Dolvin commands a successful Chinju assault near Masan. Colvin’s tanks cross the river with towlines and, aided by air support, mortar and artillery fire, smash Red positions. The advance routs and destroys hundreds of enemy troops with minimal American losses after the opening day.
The estate of Frank E. Buxton, a former B O telegrapher from Mt. Airy, left approximately 56 164 to The Frederick Memorial Hospital Inc and the Asbury Methodist Home for the Aged Inc of Gaithersburg. In probate the court ruled the residuary bequests should be divided equally between The Frederick Memorial Hospital and The Old Folks Home of the Methodist Episcopal Church South at Gaithersburg in Frederick Md.
Deeds were recorded in the clerk's office for several property sales. Walter and Grove sold to Marion and Pryor a Blue Ridge Summit Sabillasville road property for about 7500. Grove had bought the same property earlier from Harold and Williams for about 7000. Earl F. Hargett bought multiple building lots including two on Fairview avenue from Ruth Flautt for about 8000, another from Earl W. Bartgis for about 2000, and a 13th street lot from Frank K. House for about 1500. Flautt previously sold an unimproved lot east of 10 East Seventh Street to Clyde Rooney for about 2500.
An overview explains how presidential travel has evolved from Taft to Truman, detailing legal theories about acting authority when the president is outside U S territory. It notes communications, naval escort support, and the lack of explicit constitutional provisions on an acting president during overseas journeys.
Washington October 14 The Nation Today contrasts Harry S Truman and Douglas MacArthur as two leaders with starkly different backgrounds and styles who will meet for the first time this weekend in the Pacific. Truman, a dirt farmer turned president, and MacArthur, a West Point icon and war hero, have shaped postwar policy from opposite ends of the spectrum. The forthcoming encounter will gauge how these two power centers will align or clash as they discuss Korea and the future of the Allied effort.
Poolesville High School building program wins early PTA backing led by President Jack Spates. An advisory Building and Grounds group will work with an architect on the $500,000 project to replace the unsafe facility. A community pond for fire protection was discussed and a November 17 card party and dance was planned. The next PTA meeting is set for November 8 during National Education Week.
Voltaire argued philosophers ignore cobblers and maidservants, while religious faith drives democracy and freedom through Biblical truth. Christianity seeks the humble and connects with common folk, echoing Jesus invitation to the weary to find rest. Catfish reportedly have remarkable hearing per Encyclopedia Britannica.
The article notes a surprise celebration at a Johnaville home for Wivliaee Grabill on his birthday October 11 with many gifts and refreshments. It also lists attendees with numerous Grabill family members and friends. Additional items mention local births, engagements, and moves with several names and dates across Thurmont and Frederick areas.
Tokyo telegraph reports two British commando raids on North Korea's east coast 88 air miles from the Siberian border. Vice Admiral Joy says Royal Marines destroyed two bridges and a tunnel in quick hit-and-run operations on October 7 and 4. Marines landed in rubber boats from U.S. destroyers with masked faces and heavy arms. an underwater demolition expert from the U S Navy accompanied them.
Miss Dorothy Ann Fox daughter of Mr and Mrs Marbury Brewer Fox married Thomas Ries Grabill son of Dr and Mrs J Stanley Grabill on Oct 7 at Trinity Episcopal church Towson. The ceremony was by Rev William Roberts with a lawn reception at the Fox home and plans for residence in College Park. The couple will live in an apartment at Rhode Island and College avenues after a wedding trip.
Ak ron bride Charity P Scothorn and Joseph E Helbling wed at New Market Methodist parsonage with Rev Thomas Morgan officiating. The couple, visiting sites in the area, will reside at 1289 Brandon Ave Akron after a brief honeymoon. Engagement announced for Mary Emma Johnson to Niel Wright Linthicum Jr. Nine couples obtained licenses to wed and four applied on the superstition bound Friday the thirteenth. A decree granted Samuel J Gladhill a divorce from Jennie M Gladhill on desertion grounds with costs assigned.
Washington reports that France was assured substantial American aid for military buildup but may receive less than requested. U S officials reportedly want some aid to go to native troops fighting alongside French forces. France sought 3.17 million dollars in aid by end of 1951. reactions from Acheson Marshall and Snyder suggested the request was too high.
A largely attended Women’s Society of Christi Service meeting at Calvary Methodist Church’s ladies parlor featured program sales titled That Heart Gift He Lends. Mrs E R Pe led worship, with Mrs Elgin Hemp assisting and Mrs Edw H Mantz telling The Good Life. President Mrs Russ Dudrow conducted business and October 25 World Day of Prayer was announced.
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