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Newspaper
The Daily Mail
Location
Hagerstown, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Aug 23, 1972
Page
38
In Connecticut a couple seeks return of a $200 deposit after terminating a home purchase contract over mortgage terms. They notified seller and broker within 14 days. broker cashed the check but has not refunded. Seller’s side threatens suit. matter referred to seller’s attorney for resolution through legal channels.
New residents from Washington seek local spiritual guidance and tech help. They were referred by The Church of Two Worlds and report Golden Light Chapel, two years old, led by Mrs Blanche Leader, licensed medium, contact 847-2733.
A driver reports a wreck when another car pulled onto the highway ahead. State trooper investigated. the other driver was charged with failing to yield. Insurance delays claim payments claiming lack of proof. the other driver’s wife testified he was en route to work and his car was off the highway. The court fine was paid to avoid costly defense.
A reader from Martinsburg complains about two firms refunding or shipping months after ordering two power rakes, while a Martinsburg dealer delays a replacement motor for a 1979 car, promising shipment soon after manufacturer authorization. The letter notes repeated delays and alleged miscommunications between parties.
A Hancock firm sold a refrigerator about a year ago with a new warranty. The buyer reports cracked egg holders and missing temperature control instructions. The salesman promised to fix it but has not acted after two years and a man visited the house per the caller.
Mrs. Hagerstown complains of slow service after sending film for development. Negatives and corrected prints were returned but no progress reported for weeks. Store initially delayed sending out film until August, prompting customer concern about when pictures will be ready this week.
Wilbert Stanford Beaston, 47 of Smithsburg, is jailed on 10000 bond on an assault with intent to kill charge after allegedly breaking a shotgun over his wife’s body and beating her when the weapon failed to fire. Helen Virginia Beaston, 48, suffered injuries and was taken to Washington County Hospital by Community Rescue Service.
John J. Miller of Hagerstown Maryland led a group of mostly American students on a summer tour of historic British country houses. They toured estates from medieval to 18th century mansions, viewed vast art collections, and learned about preservation practices under the Alfreding Summer School Trust sponsorship.
Two youths were found guilty in District Court for an early morning street disturbance on August 15 in Jonathan Street area. Harold L. Kings 17 and Harold J. Simmons 25 faced assault and disorderly conduct charges. sentencing was postponed for pre-sentencing investigation.
At a Kiwanis luncheon, Harry L. Decker of Frederick, past president of the Frederick County Historical Society, outlined the Wagerstown-Frederick railway saga with slides of early trolleys, power plants, and officials. He traced schemes from 1884 to 1904, noting financial woes, proposed lines, and ultimate through service between Frederick and Hagerstown.
Cecil C. Millay, 22, of Smithsburg, was convicted Tuesday of driving while intoxicated and of failing to provide for the care of a dependent. He was ordered to undergo an evaluation at the county Department of Mental Health. A trooper testified Miller had a strong odor of alcohol, staggered, and was unable to stand erect after a crash near Hagerstown on August 19. His breathalyzer showed .15 percent. Miller claimed injuries from a prior crash and headaches, while the judge ruled the evidence showed intoxication.
George W. Miller 48 of Clear Spring was sentenced to 30 days in Washington County Jail after District Court Judge Fred Wright II found him guilty of disorderly intoxication. Miller was arrested by city police about 1:45 p.m. in an alley behind West Anticon Street where he was found lying drunk and unable to walk.
Lois Bary of Deer Lodge Trailer Court was convicted Tuesday in District Court of making nuisance telephone calls to Maryland and Delaware lalls. Judge Fred Wright II fined her 200 dollars and 10 dollars costs. The extended forecast notes partly cloudy warm afternoons with showers and thundershowers, highs in the 80s and lows around 60s.
The Hoard of Education announces registration for Kindergarten and first grade on Thursday and Friday August 24 and 25, 1972, from morning hours until 4 pm. Children aged five by January 1, 1973 are eligible for first grade in September 1972, and those already in kindergarten need not re register. Kindergartens start Tuesday September 5, 1972, with free sessions for all pupils.
William R. Failor named superintendent for C&O Canal National Historical Park and Antietam National Battlefield by Russell L. Dickenson. Failor brings 18 years in park planning and management and will base at Sharpsburg Maryland with family, relocating near the canal park.
In Winchester Mrs Phyllis D Sprecher 49 of Fairway Estates died Tuesday at Winchester Memorial Hospital She born in Hagerstown daughter of Mason and Eddy Spessard Toub She survived by her husband De Frederick J Smecher sister Thelma Owings of Silver Spring Maryland brothers Nevin Dowh and Regan Doub both of Baltimore Robert Dowh of St James Md Gerald Dowh of Nevada Services will be held Thursday at 1 30 pm at Christ Episcopal Church Winchester burial Rose Hill Cemetery in Navarrytown family will receive friends tonight from 7 to 9 at James Funeral Home 392 South Loudoun Street Winchester Seevieck Floyd MH Atherin will be held Thursday at 10 am at Renee Funeral Home Elder Merle A Coffman Elder Car E B Wheeler and Bishop Margoy Stoops will officiate burial in Dulling Church Cemetery Keyser WV at 2 15 pm tonight at the funeral home from 7 to sle was president of Tenant Council of Westview Housing A stepmother Viola Rowland Atherton of Mercersburg Pa is also a survivor McLean Rev Frank E Smith 83 of 7408 Colsfire Drive and formerly of Hagerstown died Monday at Suburban Hospital Bethesda Md following brief illness He was formerly pastor for the Unitarian Church at Hagerstown He was born in Pennsylvania son of Anthony W and Frances Hill Smith Besides his widow Tilinda P Smith he is survived by a daughter Mrs Ruth B Cleemonson of Bethesda Services and burial will be at the family's convenience It is requested that flowers be omitted and contributions be made to any charitable organization Arrangements by Tyson Wheeler Funeral Home Bethesda
Reef, involved in a crash at Hagerstown Raceway last Sunday, suffered a broken back and faces four to six months of recovery in hospital. He is listed in fair condition at Washington County Hospital by his wife.
A Sandy Hook woman Mrs Hose A Cooper 63 died Tuesday at Washington County Hospital from injuries after being struck by a car while crossing Harpers Ferry Road on Aug 12. She was grandmother of John R Ashbaugh 17 driver of the car in which the Brunswick girls died on U S 340. Cooper survived by husband Raymond Cooper two daughters and two sons. She was born in Silver Grove W Va and daughter of John and Anna Nick Fleming. She leaves siblings and five brothers.
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