Pretty Blonde Wave Murdered in Philadelphia Lagoon
Arm Victoria Barrett a 23 year old Navy Wav e from Denver was found dead in Canoe Lake near the Philadelphia Naval Base. Coroner notes bruises on lips and nose with blood on blouse. Barrett had served in the Navy two years and disappeared after visiting a tavern with Navy Women’s Reserve friends. Police report her car key to a friend and plan further inquiries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia
Natal
Victoria Barerett
Denver
Colo
Navy
Fenton
Navy Women’s Reserve
Ernestine Fredette
Miss Barrett
George, Jr
Kathleen
League Inland Park
Catherine Parrett
Parrett
Deliver
Philadelphia Naval Base
Milam A Jane Willian A Jones Dies Near Toonsboro at 84
Milam A Jane Willian A Jones of near Toonsboro died at his son Luther M Jones Park Hall at 4 15 am Wednesday after illness of days aged 84. He was born near Toonsboro son of Lewis and Mary Jones and was a retired farmer and fruit grower. Survived by daughters Elmer Peachley near Boonsboro and Key Wise near Frischtown Larder M of Park Hall sister Pearl Morgan Boonsboro brothers Samuel and Zinton Jones both of Boonsboro 14 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren Funeral at Zittestown Church of God Sunday at 2 pm officiating Rev William Merpieh assisted by Rev Samuel My Ancented Prense Kite interment Boorney Cemetery Body may be viewed at Vast Funeral Tome Nation's capital until Sunday moon and during travel to the service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Milam
A. Jane Willian A. Jones
Toonsboro
Luther M. Jones
Park Hall
Lewis and Mary (Kauffinnay) Junes
Flo
Zulestown Church of God
Diaghters
Elmer Bpeachley
Near
Boonsbory
Key Wise
Near Frisktown
Kon. Larder M
Sinter
Pearl Morgan
Samuel
Zinton Jones
Fear Boonsboro
Zittestown Church of God
Officlav
Teionds
Washington
Tydines
Senate
Korea
Tydings
John Marshall Hutler
Brush
Butler
D John Markey
Frederick
Arreci
Easton
United States
National Guard
George PL Mahaney
Obituary for Charles C Koontz in Hagerstown family notice
Charles C Koontz died at his daughter's home in Hagerstown aged 71. He was son of Cie and Alice Baker Koontz and former resident of 324 Jefferson Street. Surviving daughters include Mrs McCallintes and Miss Tay Kentz, plus two more daughters, several grandchildren and great grandchildren. Funeral Friday at Minniel Funeral Mores Priday at 2, with Rev Dr Wilson Ard officiating. interment at Rose Cemetery. Friends may call Minnich Funeral Home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles C. Koontz Vharles C. Koont
Violet i McAllister
Kidity
Hie
Wis
Cie
Alice Baker Reoontz
Jefferson Street
Hagerstown
Dawghters
McCallintes
Tay Kentz
Kather
Kate Koontz
Peach Prices Fall in Apnakichian District Market
Market News Services reports lower peach prices in the Apnakichian district with light supply and slack demand. Prices for 2 inch and larger stock dipped, with bulk fruit and Jersey cattle entries affecting local market activity and livestock judging results noted from Haserstown and nearby areas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Apnakichian
Department of Agriculure
Miurkety
Elton Adem
Penta Hawer St
Hales Seldour
George Stiles
Bulk Etbertas
King House
Orchard Run
Stiles
Jersey Catuie
Ayrsfire
William Shank and Son
Haserstown
Two Tombstones Reported Stolen in West Virginia
In Lewisburg West Virginia two togeisteries were stolen from an ext at the West Virginia State State Trumper S40 Bat hwd. The stones were large and valued at about $2. The thief forced a truck to drag them away and fled the scene.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lewisburg
W.va
West Virginia
Berkeley Springs Marine Aboard Ship Training Cruise
Berkeley Springs sailor William T. Ditto, IC ES, son of Mr. and Mrs. Willian A. Ditto, is listed among DY personnel aboard ships of Task Force Si participating in annual midyear naval reserve training. Also noted are local ads for peaches, Newman Packing House, and young chickens with live weight prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wiliam T. Dire
ES Marine Corps
Willian A. Ditto
Berkeley Springs
Task Porce Si
Partic
Neval Reserve
Toerine Corps
Mail service disruptions limit parcel shipments nationwide
Postmaster reports that railroad interruptions have triggered new restrictions on large parcel shipments while some items such as letters and medical supplies continue as usual. Ad shows local ads for hauling and market listings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Posmaster
Hag Simpson
Famous Bandmasters to Honor Dr Buys at City Park
Hauserstown’s Municipal Band hosts a Sunday concert at City Park to honor director Dr Peter Buys marking 30 years since he settled in Hauserstown. Guest bandmasters include Col Howard C Bronson and others from York Chambersburg and Waynesboro, in a special tribute with a varied program.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Buys
U. S. Army
American Bandmasters Association
Sousa Band Fratern’al Society
Army and Navy Bandsmen Assoociation
Pennsylvania Bandmasters Association
Dre. Tuya
David 2. King
York
Tall Cedars
Kiwanistays
Hand of York
York Symphony Orchestra
D. Aliee Young
Mays
Jlereshey
Tra
Mrs. F. L. Yates Buried in Local Cemetery Today
Mrs F L Yates died recently in Naples Florida. She was the mother of Mrs Hayden Eanes and grandmother of Governor William T L Tharman. Surviving are her husband two sons Captain James L Yates and F L Yates Jr a brother Hamilton Barnes educational director of the American Economic Foundation New York City. The Rev Dr Walter R Meikinlew officiated at the interment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hest Daven Cemetery
BL. Yates
Naples
Florida
Yates
Hayden Eanes
Wiliam TL Thanmon
Mra
Shusband
Cantain Kaames
L. Yates
FL. Yates
Hamilton Baares
T Wonomic Foundation
New York City
Walter R. Meikin
Short Course For Firemen Scheduled
The seventeenth annual short course for firemen will be conducted at the University of Maryland on September 3, 4, 7, and 8. The Fire Service Extension integrates with the Glenn L. Martin College of Engineering and Aeronautics. Lectures and demonstrations by nationally prominent fire fighting experts will teach improvements in fire suppression and hazard reduction. Beginning Aug. 28 Tommie and Lorraine's Restaurant at 24 Summit Ave. will be operated by Mrs. Day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Universit of
iMaryiaid
Glenn L. Martin Col ‘Lexe of
Engineering and Aeronauts
Maryland To Firemen’s Association
Tommie and Lorraine
Summit Ave
Mrs. Day
Seven Countians Win For Pastures
Seven Washington County farmers were among 158 winners in the Maryland greener pastures contest. University of Maryland President Byrd spoke at a luncheon at the Lord Baltimore Hotel as winners received certificates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Maryland
Hlcg. Byrd
University of Maryland
Lord Baltimore
Wis George Stiles
Roy Homan
Roy Johnson
Iuobert Toms
Walter Stouffer
He A. McCauley Patel
Aoak
Eo Pastibe
Amd
Byrd
Charter Members Of Band Seek Assets Dissolution in Franklin County Court
Nine charter members of the Shady Grove Band seek to dissolve the corporation and divide assets. The band has been inactive since a prior date while members hold annual meetings. Court action to dissolve the firm and split funds is in progress in Franklin County Court. The nine members list includes William H. Sweigart Clyde F. Wetman Tra Smith Earl K L Smith D Wl Fitz AC RL Greenawalt H A Grove from Shady Grove and M E Branthaver Ray M. Smith from Greencastle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shady Grove
Pasat
PHT
Franklin County
William H. Sweigart
Warneshwre
Clyde FE. Wetman
Warneshere
Tra Smith
Chanebersburg
Earl KL Smith
D. WL Fitz
AC RL
Greenawalt
H. A. Grove
M. E. Branthaver
Ray
Two Nearby Towns Step Up Campaigns Against Motorists
Two towns intensify efforts against reckless drivers. Waynesboro records show three more penalties, totaling 2760 this month. In Frederick, two Hagerstown motorists forfeit collateral and fines for passing on a restricted road while Route 40 traffic is observed. Speed limits at 25 mph in Frederick yield fines up to 645 dollars and 411.45 for excessive speed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waynesboro
Frederick
Hagerstown
Harold R. Triteh, Jr
Burton A. Young
Allied troops in Trieste ready if Yugoslav attack occurs
Ten thousand American and British troops in Trieste stand combat ready as a reinforced shield along the Yugoslav Italian border. Observers say Yugoslav forces would be a likely initial target for a broader Communist push, with Italy believed too weak to aid immediately. General William Tecumseh Sherman Patterson leads the armored units, veterans of major campaigns.
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Trieste
Yugoshe
Rome
Kremlin
Tito
Korea
Tite
Hungary
Romania
Tulcaria
Alania
Yaroslavl
Tonge
Neavone
Yorostivia
Mat
William AM. Tee
George Pattens
Old Ath Armored Division
Commer
Battle of the Bulge
Rhine
Czechoslovakia
English schoolboy swims Channel crossing reported
A 15 year old English schoolboy swam the channel coast to coast in hours, reported by his party. The notice notes a previous crossing by Mickman from France to England in 28 hours 48 minutes. Festival Friday August 25 on Nownsville School grounds offers soups and cakes by Williamsport Band.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dever
Toa
Mickman
France
England
Nownsville Schonl
Williamsport
Bethany
Chareh
Emergency war bill nears final House approval
A $16.9 billion emergency spending bill to bolster U S military strength and aid allied nations nears final House committee approval The measure funds the Korea war effort and modernizes the Army Navy and Air Force boosting the defense budget and authorizing new weapons and personnel in a broad package.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William F. Arbogast
Washington
America
House Committee
Truman
Korea
House Appropriations Committee
House
Senate House
Senate
South Korea
Army
Navy
Air Force
Tate
Lane Retains Civilian Defense Chief by Transfer
Governor Lane ordered Lt. Col. David G. McIntosh to transfer from the 23rd Division to the National Guard staff to ensure war readiness. McIntosh has led Maryland Civil Defense since January 1950 and aided civilian protection planning. Lane said keeping his experience in state service outweighed any duty with the 29th Division during a potential mobilization.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baltimore
Lane
Maryland National ‘Guard
David G. McIntosh
INI
National Guard
Mcintosh
Civil Defense
Maryland
Department of Civil Defense
Cumberland man hit by car in hit and run
Howard W. Ganter, 35, of Frostburg, was struck by a car that fled the scene as he stepped from between two automobiles. He walked 12 miles home, then 0.25 miles to the hospital where doctors found possible broken bones and described his condition as fair. Police seek the hit and run driver.
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Cumberland
Howard W. Ganter
Frostburg
Yeo
Ganter
Frosburg Hospital
Witton
Gunter
Hiei
Shirley Mae weighs options after Channel bid failure
Shirley Mae France says she may attempt the English Channel crossing again after two prior tries. She spoke to a cheering crowd in Somerset welcoming her home with a drum and bugle corps and received a trophy from neighbors. Houston Red Sox players Rob Doerr and Ted Williams were among the honored attendees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Somerset
Mass
Shirley Mae
France
English
Shirley
Peaches Hale Haven Md Market Ad for Produce
A brief market ad lists cantaloupes and watermelons at Terners three miles south on Sharpsburg Dike and promotes Jones Restaurant at 22 28 East Washington Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hale Haven
Mi. S
Sharpsburg
Malik Today Enters Final Week Of Security Council Presidency
Malik heads into the fourth week of his Security Council presidency as Russia stalls decisive Korea action. He proposes measures to seat North Korea and Red China or cease-fire terms while veto threats loom. Britain takes chair Sept. 1 and normal procedures resume, with limited expected council action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Malik
Security Council
U.N
Korea
Lake
Russia
Jacob A. Malik
Council
Lepsth
South Korea
U.S
Malik Wald
Monatrous
Britain
Gladwyn Jeb
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Pretty Blonde Wave
FBI
Sanford Lawrence Simons
Simens
Denver University
Los Angeles Laboratory
Atomic Energy Commission
Boonsboro Man
Belle of Georgia and
Elberta Newman Packing House
Smithsburg
Sam Fortunato
Washington St
Howard Baker
Alexander
Canada
Mail Service
Belle OF
Peaches HiWay Market & Packing House
Alt
C. A. L. Zahn
M. D. E. Thompson
Chambersburg
Grent Crhead
Harry Stoller
PAA
Ty Wayne
Wayneshare
Alex
Natctalusy
Mires
Fae
Carlixte Medical
Getare
David P. King
Col
Howard C. Bronson
Peter Biys
F. L. Yates
Male
Hiley
Walter V. Spessard
Camp Ritchie Road
Smithsburs
Fosco
Victor Freezer
Mark Miller
Washington County
Miller
Civilian Defense
J. Leslie Ries
Diffendal Farm
Simithsburg
Antietam Fire Company
Maryland Avenue
Chestnut Street
Superior Dairy
Summit Avenue
Galden Brown
Fred
Alimes
Khentaelss
Dif & Thom
Bentzel’s Restaurant
Saum'’s
Jonathan Street
Adv
L. A
Fascio Hotel
Alexander Bldg
Ady
First Hose Fire Co
Brewer's Meadow
Kemp's Mill
Arthur Burgan
Maryland Pipe & Metals Co
West Church Street
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