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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Oct 28, 1960
Page
1
A 7,500 ton Moore MacCormick cargo ship with 35 aboard capsized in a Baltimore drydock at the Maryland Shipbuilding and Drydock Co. No injuries were reported at once as newsmen described the vessel tilting against a retaining wall during the incident.
In a Juvenile Court hearing Judge Schnaufer considers sending a 15 year old boy to the Maryland Training School for Boys to prevent future crimes. The youth admits to one larceny at Elm Street School and is connected to robberies at Braddock Heights and Duke’s Restaurant with over 800 dollars in goods stolen. Also linked to an armed hold up on a Santa Monica hotel. other suspects are held federally. The mother praises the probation officer and urges leniency with a stern court warning of severe punishment if he reoffends.
Workmen from the Eager Stone and Construction Company of Baltimore battle weather to push concrete work at the Monocacy River filtration plant toward substantial completion. The crew concentrates on bulk concreting as crews strive to advance despite conditions.
Fort Detrick president Dr. Mehin M. Rabstein heads the 11th annual Animal Care Panel in St Louis as 600 researchers meet to discuss production and care of laboratory animals. Dr. L. R. B. Chastensen of NYU is elected vice president and Dr. Robert J. Flynn of Argonne reelected secretary treasurer. The group opposes a pending federal bill regulating animal use in experiments.
No serious vandalism reported during the second Halloween night as pranks touched Hood College grounds and streets. Teenagers prowled roofs turned on a fire plug and emptied a garbage can, while flower pots were upset and windows soaped. One firecracker incident drew police warnings. a minor crash at East Church and Chapel alley caused $550 in damage.
Five day forecast from the Associated Press notes temperatures average above normal through Tuesday with a likely cooldown by Wednesday. Precipitation expected near a quarter inch around Wednesday as normal highs range from 37 to 62 and lows from 0 to 46, higher in Maryland mountains.
Henry Cabot Lodge arrives in Cumberland to start a four city tour through Maryland with a crowd of several thousand outside City Hall. Sen. John Marshall Butler, Sen. J Glenn Beall and Del. Charles McC Mathias Jr greet him before he heads to Hagerstown Salisbury and Baltimore for appearances. In Annapolis the Nixon Lodge ticket wins editorial backing as best to fight communism and defend free enterprise.
Landowners Paul H Anderson and Lois M Anderson of Takoma Park reached a price of 33600 for about eight acres behind Lewistown’s present school grounds. Circuit Court inquisition papers signed by Chief Judge Patrick M Schnaufer show the compromise and dismissal of condemnation proceedings begun in February for the school district expansion. The land will add classroom space and support extended playgrounds and sewerage disposal needs.
Paris and six cities saw clashes and mass protests calling for end to the six year war in Algeria. About 100 injured in street fighting, 527 students arrested in Paris. gov't bans outdoor demos but allows indoor meetings with de Gaulle to address the nation.
Mrs. Lilian Grushon, known as Grandma, marks her 90th birthday in Mountaindale. A lifelong quilter, she hand stitches intricate quilts for family and friends, rarely missing a day of sewing or reading, and continues to enjoy good health and independence despite advancing age. Her story recalls her farming roots, family ties, and memory of past events.
Lawrence A. Jacobs, 31, of Frederick County, was released on a $2500 bond after arrest for perverted sex acts over several months. State Police Tfc. Harry J. Frost led the investigation. Also reports tension in Cuba amid invasion rumors and civil conflict fears surrounding Fidel Castro’s government.
County residents reported a sign on Boyer's Mill road near Linganore Creek declaring a bridge out. Police found it was not a Halloween prank. State police noted minor Halloween vandalism but no major damage as classes resumed in Baltimore area schools.
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