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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1954
Page
2
The text notes a persistent nurse shortage despite rising graduate numbers. About 50 000 more professional nurses and 60 000 practical nurses are needed. Nursing schools admit under 45 000, up 1 000 from last year. Most nurses work in hospitals, with others in private duty, offices, public health, industry, or education.
A Civic club October meeting features a bipartisan panel on county election issues. State Senator Jacob Ramsburg Republican and C. L. Virts Democrat will lead, with Hazel Lewis as moderator. Mrs. John Morgan and Mrs. Lewis organize the legislative program. Open to guests in the library's Children's room.
The Associated Press reports on last night's fights with Carmen Basilio of Canastota stopping Allie Gronik of Detroit, Eddie Korma of Philadelphia stopping Tommy Reed of Philadelphia, and other action across Syracuse and Philadelphia.
The Residence of Mr Charles Robertson on West Second street was entered by unknown robbers who left through the Presbyterian church lecture room. Several items were moved to the dining room and a meal may have been eaten. nothing valuable was taken. A church vandalism incident at Grace Reformed targeted stained glass with no silver objects found. George Wolvin sold his 14 acre property east of Emmitsburg for $1.90.
The Frederick Culpeper Warrenton and Grange VA Chamber of Commerce plans a luncheon at Francis Scott Key Memorial. The Y M C A board completes plans for a $3900 membership drive and financial campaign. Real estate sale of the late Charles E Kinna Braddock, 26 acres plus nine acres, sold to Marshall Fulmer for 3725.
Obituaries list George E. Butler Jr and Rose Barbara Freshman among regional deaths. Also noted are Carrol Lindsay and Maude Wantz of Maryland, with service details, survivors, and funeral arrangements. The item mentions a safety statistic from the National Safety Council about fatal traffic accidents occurring mainly between 5 and 8 pm.
Delegates from Carroll Washington Anne Arundel Prince Georges Baltimore and Washington counties attended Frederick County C E’s 61st anniversary convention. Ruth Krieg Adamstown was elected president with Edwin Freed Locust Valley Howard Lantz Lantz and Warren Smith as vice presidents. Multiple officers and committees were named including secretary treasurer Mrs Edwin Freed and assistant secretary treasurer Mrs William Weverner. The event featured music by Miss E Jane Abell and Miss Mildred Trevett with Rev Clarence McGaha presiding, and plans for a Four County Rally and candlelight service discussed.
National Football League fourth week action features the Detroit Lions hosting the Baltimore Colts at Briggs Stadium in a Saturday night game. Elsewhere the Philadelphia Eagles travel to Washington to face the Redskins on Sunday as the league’s top teams defend unbeaten records. New York Giants open their 30th season at Polo Grounds versus the Chicago Cardinals while Pittsburgh hosts the Cleveland Browns and San Francisco meets the Chicago Bears in Chicago. The Los Angeles Rams face the Green Bay Packers in Milwaukee. If Buddy Young repeats his Giants showdown form, the Colts may test the Lions.
Funeral services for Thomas C Lee who died recently near Middletown were held at the Middletown funeral home Friday at 10 a.m. The service was conducted by Rev Basil Grossmekle. Interment followed in Harmony Cemetery. Gladhill Company, funeral directors.
A former Frederick resident, Mrs. Herman di Brandi, recounts life in Port Alegre, Brazil, detailing the English club at Southern Cross School, daily life under resource limits, and the Mardi Gras festival. She notes meat prices, water and power rationing, absence of central heating, and limited imported goods as she plans to return by December.
Wires and trees caused major damage as a storm struck, with fallen lines and a pole fire near U. S. 240 A south of Verereen. Firemen were called twice and emergency crews, including the B&O Railroad, worked to restore service. City lights broke, traffic was rerouted, and Red Cross and Salvation Army prepared shelter and supplies. Civil Defense alerted. Camp Detrick workers dismissed. many stores closed as crews cleared debris.
In Chicago on October 15 Admiral Radford argued American air power is second to none and urged a flexible strategy. He warned that once forces reach desired strength they must stay ready and be used against hostile aggression by any effective means. He noted the shift from isolation to ocean spanning weapons and cited rising Soviet aircraft capability and production as a factor shaping US airpower assessments.
Mrs. Sam Maples Sr. of Rockwell Terrace hosted Frederick Garden Club members for a business meeting and program followed by luncheon. Guest speaker Carroll Rang of Abby Jane's Flower Shop demonstrated corsage making and party floral arrangements with two helpers. The report also notes visitors Evanston J. and Paris trip recollections and confirms William J. Grove Jr., son of Mr. and Mrs. W. Jarboe Grove, attends Colgate University after graduating St. John's High School last June.
Miss Joann Godsey, daughter of Rev. E A Godsey, was guest of honor at a Wednesday evening surprise shower hosted by Mrs. Charles Swomley near Walkersville with assistance from Mrs. Leon Enfield near Knoxville. The event featured a treasure hunt leading to gifts under a shower umbrella, pink white and green refreshments, and a display with a miniature bride and groom.
Construction of a 2.41 mile section near Gaithersburg by J R and D M Stewart Construction Company is about 20 percent complete, with work starting June 14 and a contract total of 309 working days. The WE Leah Company of Cleveland on a two mile route from Maryland 124 to near Shady Grove Road reports about 40 percent completion. Another two mile contract on the new road is held by H E Williams Company of Baltimore, finishing up the last paying work.
Admiral Radford asserts that when known data and best estimates are combined, the United States currently holds a superior air power position, implying American dominance in aerial capabilities. The remark reflects confidence in U S military strength relative to Soviet capabilities.
A well attended meeting of the Woman's Society of Christian Service of Calvary Methodist church was held with Mrs. Raymond Brandenburg of Mt. Airy as speaker. The schedule includes a four Monday November study course, Week of Prayer October 29, and World Community Day November 5 with contributions collected.
Carmen Basilio, from Canastota, dominates Allie Gronik in Syracuse, winning 10 rounds on one scorecard and nine on others. The outcome backs Basilio as the sole logical challenger for Wednesday’s welterweight title bout winner between Kid Gavilan and Johnny Saxton, with state and club officials signaling a championship chance.
Women from Pleasant Grove met at Mrs. Windsor Sr home for the season opener with 11 members and two guests. Miss Frances Jorgain led a discussion on maintaining family health, highlighting seven essential foods. Other speakers addressed housing laws, clothing health impacts, and the role of family doctors and dentists in public health. Plans were made for Christmas Open House and a UN Building tour. Nusbaum to host October 26 meeting with donations for Rosedale Home for the Aged.
Mr Charles White of Thurston was moved from Frederick Memorial Hospital to Doctor's Hospital in Washington Friday afternoon in the M R Etchison and Son ambulance. Mrs Herbert Tanner of 310 Military Road is recovering from a salmonella infection.
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