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Newspaper
The Daily Mail
Location
Hagerstown, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1957
Page
20
The article notes U.S. and Dutch discussions on scholarships for Indonesian students and displaced Dutch citizens, with figures for grants, fellowships, and language programs. It mentions Washington’s concern over funding distribution, and plans to support study abroad while Indonesian authorities weigh which fields to fund.
Hungarian refugees Meszaros and family seek work and housing after arrival, with Csaba Potoral helping arrange migration under a government program. Details of clearance and transport were via the Presbyterian Refugee Service. No housing or employment yet as arrival is weeks earlier than expected. contact Mrs. Margaret with any job leads.
A fragmentary notice from the Maryland Employment Service at 111 South Potomac Street requests information about a dairy farm location. It names Mrs. Clipp and George and Hawhaker, factory-trained experts, urging contact for a recheck amid county resettlement efforts, noting the Meszaroses have no children.
The Motormen's Benevolent Association strike halted most city subway lines by day two. Officials urged only essential travel as IRT and BMT operations fell to 30 and 25 percent respectively. TA chairman Patterson vowed trains would run with qualified workers, while a Fort Riley beef plant processed over 1.5 million pounds for soldiers, tying work stoppage to broader national tensions.
In Newport Sheriff Herter reports that one of two new wire cages for prisoners was so secure that even he could not remove a captive with a key. A civilian locksmith was required to unlock the cage to release a man for trial.
The meeting centered on allegations of corruption within the Big Bakery Union with Cross defending his record while Meany urged cleansing. Cross blamed scapegoating as delegates watched his family in the galleries. Supporters targeted additional unions including the Distillery and United Textile Workers for possible expulsions this week.
A seaplane from Patrol Squadron 46 based at San Diego crashed near Corpus Christi Naval Air Station after an engine exploded. Nine aboard were killed or seriously burned. Storekeeper J. C. Sam Gariffo parachuted to safety. The ship was en route to Baltimore and halted for refueling when the accident occurred. The dead include navigator Roy W. Brunet Jr., 26, of Silver Springs Maryland.
Seattle December report on Dave Beck defense begins as attorney Burdell states Beck likely to testify. Motion for acquittal denied by Superior Judge George H. Revelle after state rests its case in the grand larceny trial of the Teamsters Union president. Beck is charged with misappropriating 1900 from the sale of a car. His son Dave Beck Jr was convicted on related charges earlier.
A wide search is underway for five suspects connected to a bold hold up at a tavern near Hollis. A tavern keeper, Elmer Grubb, 50, was shot, gravely wounded, and a fight over a bottle led to gunfire as two men entered the bar. Grubb’s wound left him in critical condition. The incident prompted police to review surveillance and seek tips on the assailants, with authorities promising updates as the investigation continues.
Joe Harsh, student at North Hagers Town High School, wins county honors in the Voice of Democracy speaking contest. He advances to state finals in Baltimore on December 21 and could enter national finals with a $500 college scholarship for state winners. Harsh, son of Mr and Mrs J Paul Harsh of Mechanic Street, appears on WMAR TV December 16 in a semi final effort.
In Wilmington area news, Mrs. Hoff man and Mrs. Toffy appeal for donations of dolls toys coloring books and candy to aid 10 to 20 local children. Donations can be left at West End Feed and Supply 139 McPher son Street or picked up by calling 3 2512. A volunteer restoration effort aims to keep a Santa workshop theme alive for Christmas.
Charles Barnes Jr enlists in the Air Force in 1955 after Hobval High School graduation and is stationed in North Africa where he has earned his third stripe as a radio technician. He will return to the United States in February and his address is listed in APO New York. Other trainees include Russell Havermale and Glenn Crabtree who are to graduate recruit training at Great Lakes on December 14. Bobby Kline serves aboard USS Kearsarge in Japan after enlisting in 1956. Army Sergeant First Class Thomas Harbaugh participates in Snowdrift operations with the 505th Signal Group at Fort Huachuca Arizona.
At Glen Rodgers West Virginia, five miners died when a rock collapse trapped them deep inside Raleigh Wyomin g Co coal mine No 2 two miles inside the tunnel. The wreckage was cleared through the night, with a fourth body sighted on the rubble and the rescue task continuing for the remaining workers. The shift was near its end at 10 45 pm. The mine employs several hundred workers.
Maryland dairymen protest the award of a state hospital milk contract to a Pennsylvania firm. They argue lack of protections seen in Pennsylvania and criticize rebidding and bid acceptance procedures. Local dairies claim Maryland taxes, sanitation rules, and price controls create unfair competition.
Radio and TV listings mix with musical acts and film promos. George DeWitt hosts a musical quiz with Nat King Cole, Eve Brent, Phil Silvers and Wyatt Earp film bits featuring Eve Arden and more, alongside ongoing serials and a flood rescue tale from West Point.
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