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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Sep 29, 1955
Page
2
The Frederick News issue from September 29 1955 shows publication details and subscription rates. It lists a single copy price five cents and prepaid rates of one month two dollars and twelve months six dollars with addresses and phone numbers for the Great Southern Mfg Co in Frederick Maryland.
Robert Stavens Oloman, head of the Deaf Mission in York England, visits the Maryland State School for the Deaf as part of a month long tour of eastern US institutions. The trip, funded by English deaf supporters, will include Gallaudet College and four top eastern schools. Oloman aims to study methods and address deaf education challenges.
The article reflects on Dwight D. Eisenhower's illness in Berver and its global impact. It notes overwhelming public prayers and stock market turmoil, with experts predicting a cautious path to recovery and questions about renomination. Realists consider retirement after his first term, shaping politics, diplomacy, and finance.
A submitted prayer asks Almighty God to comfort and heal the President of the United States and to grant strength to undertake his duties, asking for mercy and grace during heavy affliction and responsibility.
The Frank A Robbins Circus arrived from Westminster and pitched tents on East Third Street. A parade ran at 11 am. A kangaroo and two deer escaped near Edgemont while en route from Waynesboro to Westminster. seventeen train cages were knocked loose by a station building and animals, including lions and tigers, did not escape. missing animals not found. William Wills bought the coffee stand at Market House. Goldie Stauffer and John Quynn sighted a large three and three-quarter pound bass in the Monocacy. Prohibitionists plan aggressive fasting. Gov Warfield appoints John K Shaw Jr to the Maryland School for the Deaf board succeeding the late John X K Shaw.
Twenty years ago the Fashion and Business Show at the State Armory drew an estimated crowd near 1,000. Jat Apparel showcased living models as part of a program to mobilize ritual forces of the nation. A city police inquiry began into the slugging of Bruce Bruches, a 22 year old theater employee found injured in a rear theater room. Roger Eyler reported facial injuries from a fall when stepping into a car. Sherley Rohn and family graduated from basic training at a naval facility after 14 days of recruit leave.
Funeral services are set for tomorrow in Baltimore for the late Rev. George J. Hooker a retired Methodist minister who led pastorates in Washington Maryland Delaware and Pennsylvania He died Tuesday just shy of his 75th birthday and had been licensed to preach at age 19 after graduating from Westminster Theological Seminary in 1903 His career included posts at Payson Street Church Baltimore Kennedyville Hurlock Fawn Grove Frederick Pittsville First Church Washington Denton Alexandria Seaford Pocomoke City and Calvary Church Baltimore.
County License Commissioner Gail Catshall granted a class C on sale license to the Jeffersonian Democratic Club at East and East Fourth streets after a hearing. Club officers testified it has existed for over three years prior to the application and the license permits sale of alcohol for consumption on the premises. The action followed a Tuesday hearing.
New York reports warn Moscow after two strong Western cautions on Berlin and Middle East arms. The ministers stress that recognizing East Germany does not absolve Soviet zones of responsibility. Molotov agrees to private talks on procedural details ahead of the Geneva meeting.
A $200000 health center dedication, tied to the Coffmans’ generosity, followed an initial $150000 gift for Coffman Chapel at Hood College. Governor McKeldin lauded the Coffmans for advancing public health in Hagerstown and Washington County, noting the project will extend lifespans and ease illness concerns amid global tensions. Deeds recorded show substantial land transfers in the city and surrounding areas, with other local officials and entities involved.
A fragmentary guide by Malo Thomas Nial from Bessemer Alabama discusses draft rules for 22 year olds classified 4-8, possible town joining, and veteran pension considerations. Mentions a former WAC, disability claims, and the need to find work to support eligibility.
Fragmentary note cites Isaiah and Bermail Holiness with imagery of oppression and revolt. Mentions words from the heart and a call to heed divine law. Unclear source details or dates. text appears as a religious reflection or scripture excerpt.
The piece argues the Republican Party risk of self destruction if Nixon renomination is blocked, outlining left and right wing pressures, Eisenhower’s stance, and the potential for a party split akin to 1912. It notes Nixon’s middle stance, the influence of lawmakers and cabinet, and the risk of a postconvention fracture shaping the 1958-59 political landscape.
Side Glances notes chairman Mary Zimmerman and executive committee member Clarence Eaves. Glade Valley voted a 25 contribution to the State expansion Fund. The sales committee prepares for the Frederick Fair food stand and announces a new Grange location in the cement black building opposite the cattle barn. Newly elected officers, plus Thurmont Emmitsburg and Lewistown, will be installed October 1 at Walkersville. Pontona Youth Installation team will perform the ceremony.
College Park reports advice from Wallace C. Harding Maryland University entomologist on saving stored corn. He urges thorough cleaning of storage sites, destruction or cleaning of old bags, an 18 inch metal band at crib bases, elevating cribs two feet, and fumigation with a ethylene dichloride and carbon tetrachloride mix. Follow manufacturer directions.
Grange members elected officers including Master Edgar Vanfossen Overseer Donald Cecil Lecturer Frances Crum Steward Ray Zimprer mar Assistant steward Lewis Wisner Chaplain Hagel Rederuck Treasurer Charles Hoke Secretary Cathrin Eaves Gatekeeper Harry Dinterman Ceres Perla Trout Pomona Gladys Wisner Flora Viva Hoke Lady as at steward Frances Cecil Home economics.
The essay defines faith as living one’s life despite consequences. It contrasts old and new definitions, citing examples of a minister born without arms and a blind man who overcomes affliction. It asserts Paul’s thorn and God’s grace, urging that true bravery uses hardship to fuel joy and fulfillment. It concludes faith is the spirit to face life’s pressures with unwavering resolve.
Among the sick Mrs J Albert Nice is a patient at Frederick Memorial Hospital with satisfactory condition and expects to return home soon. Mr Harry W Mullinix son of Mr and Mrs Dysun Mullinix Myersville, admitted for an appendectomy at Frederick Memorial Hospital, is reported in satisfactory condition. A jet pilot ferried a passenger on his first flight in an attempt to comfort the traveler. The tale ends with a quip about fate and a joke exchange. The note mentions Hell-to-Pass Wash, founded in 1889 as a railroad camp, now linked to Estonia.
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