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Newspaper
The Daily Mail
Location
Hagerstown, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 1963
Page
7
A fragmentary religious meditation reflects on faith and discernment. It quotes John 5 14 and a devotional line honoring grace and guidance, with an altered phrase attributed to Alexander Pope.
In light of public debate on the nuclear test ban, Secretary of State Dean Rusk testified to Senate committees that the treaty contains no side arrangements and that the United States would resume tests if Russia cheats. His frank statements aim to calm jitters and reinforce trust, while urging continued vigilance against hidden gimmicks. The piece argues the public should accept the risk as preferable to alternatives.
The Wilderness Bill, passed by the Senate 73 to 12, would preserve about two percent of U S land in a pristine state. It promises no traffic, factories, or pollution, inviting birdwatchers and nature lovers to enjoy untouched scenery unless amended to allow billboards or hot dog stands.
Daniel Pisani, then seven, was cited for bravery during World War I but waited 44 years for the award. Serving as a cook in the 7th Division, he continued food service under shell fire in France. Promised the medal at the time, oversights delayed it until February 1963.
Hal Boyle profiles Constance Towers from a grainy 12 year old usher to a star in television and supper clubs. The Montana native married Eugene C McGrath and built a varied career including The Shock Corridor where she plays a stripper. She trained by watching real strippers at The Pink Pussy Cat and learning moves from a choreographer while noting the exercise value of the craft.
Joseph B. Baker won the appointment as garb age and rubbish remover for Hagerstowe after Harry F Miller left the job. Frank Fehrs, a Germany native who ran a Franklin and Jonathan Street news stand for years, died at 57. The Potomac Transmission Co of Public Square was incorporated by Nelene Andrews, Horace R. Lamb, and Eugene F. Wagner to distribute current from a new pi er plant at Williamsport AR. Wortmen is retiring from Greencastle hotels. his National Water will be sold at public auction next Inanth.
Twenty years ago Richard Stonebraker was elected commander for Western Maryland at the state American Legion convention. C K Stine was named to the executive committee and Bruce C Ligtner became judge advocate of the 40 and 4. Farmers noted drought prompting contour plowing at Charles B Martin farm. John Golliday reported chickens missing. Frederick C Hill drowned at Harding Field prior to service. Six county principals named for large schools headed by Herbert C Logsdai and others. Leona J Riley retired. Paul E Miller Jr of Williamsport injured leg. Hagerstown Globe file donated to Washington County Historical Society by Brewer Stouffer.
A 43 year old worker describes repeated rejections for being too old by a large local industry and calls on lawmakers to address age bias. He urges reconsideration of social security age and unemployment support to keep qualified workers employed and seeking jobs.
Health column discusses heart attack causes and risk factors. It notes blockages in coronary arteries, the role of age, cholesterol, blood pressure, obesity, smoking, lack of exercise, and emotional stress. It emphasizes that risks can be corrected and urges practical prevention. It includes reader questions on infections snail fever tests kidney function and pigeon toes with brief medical guidance.
Edgar Ay Guest reflects on the humble toiler who earns a modest wage yet sustains a family with quiet courage. He notes the dignity in daily labor, the perseverance required when work dulls the senses, and the unseen honor of steady service that often goes unrewarded.
Washington reports that anti-Russian sentiment dominates in China, with the United States still labeled the main enemy of the Chinese Communist government. The piece cites former congressman Judd diary entries on 1950 policy debates and Acheson’s cautious signaling as dust swirls around Sino Soviet splits.
The U S Supreme Court will hear arguments on legislative districting in Virginia Maryland New York and Alabama on November 12 The decision may set standards for how federal and state courts handle reapportionment questions raised after the 1960 census The Oklahoma ruling last year further tests how strictly population must drive district lines and whether other factors like geography and tradition can limit equality In many states suits seeking full supervision have been filed but the overall balance of power remains largely unchanged
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