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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Oct 20, 1954
Page
2
A new dual highway from Frederick to Baltimore is formally opened tomorrow marking completion from the Monocacy river to Ridgeville. The project overcame doubts about contracts and weather and showcases modern earth moving, providing a safe efficient route for state traffic and bringing substantial benefits to Frederick and the state.
A Frederick County resident expresses appreciation to Station WFMD announcers and public agencies for continuous broadcasts during Hurricane Hazel. The letter credits timely updates from police, fire, Red Cross, Civil Defense, utilities, and churches with saving property and possibly lives, praising the community’s readiness and unity. October 18 Butterfly Lane.
Frederick county office holders spoke at a Civic Club gathering in Frederick. State Senator Jacob Ramsburg and Delegate C Clifton Wirts led talks on General Assembly issues while the group approved a $10 Community Chest gift and joined the Victor Cullen Hospital Auxiliary. Junior Woman’s Club planned the 45th anniversary for October 25 at Southern Restaurant and November 2 program at Mrs Eichison’s West Second Street home with hostesses listed.
Answers discuss rising average life expectancy in Los Angeles to 68 years with women living about six years longer than men. Birth life expectancy cited as 71.5 for women and 65.9 for men. Admissions at West Point or Annapolis require finance and various examinations including physical and aptitude tests at designated times.
The Baltimore chapter of Americans for Democratic Action endorsed Gov. McKeldin for reelection after a heated meeting. The move overturned a recommendation vote with supporters saying his civil liberties record and fiscal ability outweighed H. C. Byrd’s administrative skills and potential national influence.
Gen and Mrs D John Markey return home after months at St Michael s near Easton. James Montgomery Sjamsville announce birth of son Charles Rayner at Frederick Memorial Hospital weighing seven pounds thirteen ounces. Willard Phelps Kemptown parents of daughter Mary Jane born October 9 at Sandy Spring Hospital. Family visits include Mrs Francis Miller and daughter Viviana with Homer Allnutt in Clagtetsville. Shipley sisters travel to Norfolk Va for wedding of James C Shipley with Shipley named as bridesmaid. Earl Moore of McKeesport visits Beall family in Libertytown. A W Kline Brunswick celebrate 45th anniversary at turkey dinner with son James Kline. Wilson Place.
THREATENING CLOUDS THIS morning may have kept thousands from the Frederick Fair but attendance exceeded past records. Over 6,000 arrived by train, with many more by trolley, crowding the racetrack enclosure and grandstand. Sheriff Charles T. K. Young halted wheels of Fort une and two gambling games. News notes include a Baltimore man and Miss Loia Young marrying yesterday, and a barn fire on Liberty Road near New Market destroying a building with wheat and other contents.
Obituary notes Rev Walper Angear Well known orchardist of New Wood sor died at his home after a heart attack aged 61 He was a minister of the Church of the Brethren A campaign for Treelecion to Ue voters of Fred erica Cates dies Amiett C Rit cme spoke to a crowd at the Opera House and nearby street filled His speech eliminated a Democratic night featuring a torch light parade seen by about 10 000 Former Judge Robert Bl Peter in a lengthy letter printed as an advertisement urges election of Judge Charles W Woodward in November
HAL BOYLE reports Claire Mann of New York launches Overweights Anonymous to reduce American women's fat by 125 tons by year end. The group, inspired by Alcoholics Anonymous, emphasizes psychological roots, group support, and six month weight maintenance, with 100000 members and a male record holder who shed 122 pounds.
The County Young Republicans heard City Attorney Charles Mathias Jr urge voters to participate on election day. President David Buhrman presided as Mathias warned that bad officials result from apathy and urged action. Members voted $100 to the Republican Party campaign fund at the Hotel Frederick meeting.
Fr. Ryan of Frosburg led a three county swing in the district on Tuesday. He opened in Montgomery County then Frederick County, dedicating the day to handshaking tours in several communities. An evening Democratic dinner was planned at Withamport in Washington County.
Washington columnist David Lawrence argues that former President Truman’s call for a Democratic Congress to back his foreign policy was a risky blunder. He contends Truman tries to repudiate Eisenhower’s policy, misreads allied confidence, and ignores bipartisan limits on diplomacy, while noting Democratic split on foreign policy and prior presidential actions.
A near full Frederick audience greeted Rey and Gomez as Spanish dancers opened the Community Concerts season at Frederick High School auditorium. Frederico Gomez and Pilar Gomez showcased Seguidillas Malaguena and Dance No 11 with varied costumes, while Rey mixed folk and classical styles. Musician Silvio Masciarelli provided accompaniment with Debussy encores. Doctor Ramatey welcomed attendees and praised community support for the series.
Baltimore Democratic headquarters revealed a printer proof pamphlet detailing Gov. McKeldin’s appointments of Black individuals to jobs. It cites E. Everett Lane as first Black police magistrate and Dr. Dwight Oliver Wendell Holmes to the State Board of Education, with 250000 copies planned for mailing before election. Byrd opposes immediate school desegregation.
The Frederick High School faculty student council picnic is set for tonight at Gambrill Park from 5 45 p m to 8 00 p m with a program of entertainment. Principal Harry Frushour will speak briefly before dinner. Activities and committees for seating, supper, and program duties are listed, with many faculty members and students invited to attend.
Among the sick are Richard S Jiargeti of near Frederick at Baltimore Ear Eye and Throat Hospital. Gilbert Raines of East Fourth Street has returned home from Frederick Memorial Hospital after surgery. Susie E H of Bloomfield is in fair condition at Union Memorial Hospital. Daniel Long of 24 Liberty Street Westminster remains in serious condition at Maryland General Hospital after a heart ailment on October 12.
Rube A. Reed of Middletown spoke to the Frederick Zonta Club at a dinner meeting at the Francis Scott Key Hotel. His films from a 26 000 mile 32 state trailer trip contrasted modern American life and history. Mrs Rhoda Fogle and Mrs Lola Summers assisted. The special guest was Mrs Reed. Associate Judge Patrick M Schnauffer ordered James Robert Souers held in jail pending placement assessment.
A health lecture series opens at Gambrill Gym Hood College with Dr James A Shannon eight tonight He will discuss The Contribution of Research The event starts a three lecture set on community health and runs through November 10 The series will be followed by an American Heritage program and a later focus on mental health The public is invited and the Science Club cooperates with evening classes in presenting the talks The schedule lists talks by Dr Irene Hitchman Dr R J Heller and Dr Halbert L Bunn on mental health cancer and vital statistics respectively
Enthusiastic turnout at North Frederick School as parents vote to form a PTA. Miss Beattie Stauffer leads as principal. Mrs. W. W. Corbin elected temporary chair. Mrs. Edward Cherry named temporary secretary. October 2 dedication with Dr. Thomas G. Pullen listed. Refreshments and flag donation planned. Board of Education offers an adult education course for parents of retarded children starting October 28 at 8 p.m.
Dr Gustave Faubert, Anne Arundel medical examiner and Police Examiners member, says he will defend himself against drunken and disorderly charges after an accident that killed a 2 month old and injured 11. He denies obscene language and hindering officers, plans a full report to county commissioners, while Aaron L. Lawman says no action until all reports are in.
A 27 year old Black man from Snow Hill Maryland was convicted in Circuit Court of assault with intent to tape and faces life imprisonment. The verdict follows jury deliberations after the alleged attack and is scheduled for sentencing.
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