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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1953
Page
6
The article outlines that The Semi-Weekly News will correct any erroneous reflections upon character upon request and welcomes news submissions by mail or phone. It also notes its job printing capabilities and that the paper is entered at the Frederick Md post office as second class matter on Tuesday October 20 1953.
A writer in the journal of the American Academy of General Practice cites the fast meal habit as a major cause of modern home disharmony. Dr. Paul Williamson urges returning to leisurely family meals to restore appetite and a calm, friendly home atmosphere, with a firm compassionate mother as a key factor.
After seven years of trials on 2500 volunteers the cold study moves to controlled lab work. Researchers have isolated and cultured the cold virus in human lung tissue and aim to derive actionable knowledge. Dr Christopher H Andrews warns untreated colds last seven days but proper care can shorten it.
Frederick County scouts from across the area gather at Linganore meadow by the filtration plant for the season’s final Camporee. About 150 bed rolls cover the ground as boys cook and share a campfire program under Scout Executive Chester Childs and troop leaders. The event promotes healthful character building with self‑supplied meals and activities, supported by the Red Feather drive and Community Chest.
A large gathering of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Jefferson Monde held group discussions led by Mrs. Anna Culter. Mrs. Mary E. Smith read a lecture, Mrs. Mamie Gurton led prayer, and Miss Exelma Horne gave a reading. Plans were made for a father and son banquet and a November meeting led by Cleo Summers. Several members attended including Mrs. Albert Bussard, Mrs. Thelma Maught, Mrs. Mildred Thrasher, and many others.
Frederick city and county residents are urged to mail Christmas gifts to service members overseas early. Postmaster James A. Grove details deadlines for parcel post to Korea Japan and the Pacific and for Europe and American possessions. He stresses proper addresses data and durable cartons and notes last year’s heavy mail cancellations with even more expected this year.
Equity suit filed Catherine Mutchner against William A Mutchner seeks absolute divorce. Marriage licenses list Harry Edwin Young aged 26 and Dolores M Crouse aged 20 of Frederick. Several property deeds show $10 transfers: William R Mount to Walter Thomas Gaver and wife. Robert E Carter to Roy L Stine and wife. Daniel L Keller to Welby C Cox and wife. Welby C Cox to Lula B McMurry. James E Kline to Earl T Kline. Rosa C Hausier to John S Daveler.
President Eisenhower dedicates a new American Hereford Assn headquarters calling the industry vital to the nation’s economy. He then visits his boyhood home in Abilene Kansas and kisses his high school sweetheart on stage before floodlight crowd at a Hereford parade.
Secretary of Defense John A. Hannah announced a new U S defense lab and fortifications in Korea. He called the project a tremendous job, noting it will create a complete new line of fortification including bunkers posts artillery positions and observation posts. He said the next 90 days everyone will be busy.
HAGERSTOWN Md Oct 16 James Williams a 26 year old migratory worker convicted of manslaughter by a jury which recommended leniency was sentenced today to eight years in the Maryland Penitentiary. The verdict followed a one hour ten minute deliberation. Williams from Florida killed Charles Whiten a Frederick Negro in Hagerstown Sept 6. The judge cited Maryland parole laws permitting early eligibility after one third of the sentence.
Atty. Gen. Brownell gave Sen. McCarthy a clean bill of health on personal finances and possible election law questions while noting continued probe of his income taxes. Former Sen. Benton was cleared of campaign fund irregularities as the DOJ closed the book on the case.
Francis Scott Key Post American Legion Auxiliary held a Friday evening session with 32 members and guests. Fay Grimes presided as officers for the coming year were installed by past department president. prizes were awarded for attendance. next gathering will be a Halloween party October 30 with the Sons of the Legion.
Luther H Cregeer of Emmitsburg and Raymond C Butt of Woodsboro were elected to the cooperative's board for three-year terms at the Oct 3 annual meeting in Woodsboro. Mrs Charles King of Woodshoro and Mrs Irvin Long of Le Gore were chosen for three-year terms on the Woodsper Farm Home Advisory. The meeting featured the Southern States 30th Anniversary movie WE charting the cooperative growth through a farmer member’s life.
D C delegates to attend conventions elected at the Fitzhugh Lee Chapter meeting. Officers named for the year include President C W Gregory and vice presidents Miss Medora Jones and Miss Hal Lee Ott. Delegates to the state convention in Baltimore October 28 were Mrs Gerald Huff and Mrs Homer Warehime with Miss Reich and Mrs Herbert Kreh as alternates. The national convention in Washington November 8 will feature the dedication of the Robert E Lee memorial at the National Cathedral and a White House tour for delegates.
Camp Detrick Public Information Office calls for officers and enlisted to take part in Hood College performance of Stage Door on Nov 13. Auditions and tryouts for Community Players open at Winchester Hall. calls to speak or walk on parts welcome.
A county motorist was injured when his 1939 Buick coupe left Ball Road and hit a tree near Route 240 A. Donald A. McKenzie of Route 2 Frederick was admitted to Frederick Memorial Hospital with arm lacerations burns possible rib and nose fractures and chest injuries after the 12:30 a m Friday crash.
Annapolis Oct 13 The Court of Appeals hears claims that Judge Moser should have recused himself due to pretrial publicity and possible bias in the Grammer murder trial. Attorney Sherbow accused outside influence and a TV program linkage while prosecutors defended a fair trial despite sensational coverage.
Frederick prepares for a large Halloween parade on October 31 with an expected five bands. Parade chairman Gerald Smith said it will be one of the biggest in years, with prizes totaling 395 dollars across artistic and comic adult and child categories and floats worth 185 dollars plus 110 extra for top organization entries.
Glade Valley Grange held a Tuesday meeting at Walkersville Community Hall with Worthy Overseer Edgar VanFossen Jr presiding. They placed third in Frederick Fair Pomona exhibit and reported a successful food booth. The group plans the 1954 Community service contest and a Pomona banquet on October 29 at 6 pm, with National Master Herschel D Newsom as speaker.
Annapolis and the state reached agreement on a new dual lane access road from the Washington Annapolis Expressway. The council rejected turning over after completion and Mayor Ellington said Roads Commission chair McCain agreed to remove that stipulation. The city would pay about 300 dollars over four years if ownership remains with the city.
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