Major downtown sale boosts Hagerstown growth by First Federal
The First Federal Savings and Loan Association announced the purchase of Arm strong corner at West Washington and Jonathan Streets for more than $200,000. The buildings hosting Savoy Restaurant Maryland Hotel Western Union and other tenants will be managed by Brewer and Lindsey while First Federal plans future downtown development. Thurman C. Lindsey facilitated the sale, signaling confidence in the city's future, with continuation of current operations until a potential new home is built.
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Eisenhower urges NATO toward stronger missile defense unity
Paris December 16 1957 President Eisenhower urged the Atlantic Alliance to swiftly build its military strength to counter Russia in the missiles race while urging readiness to work with Moscow to bring forces under rational control. The talk sparked calls from some allies to delay basing decisions and stockpile moves as the summit opened.
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First 10 Months Of 1957 Show Business Growth in Maryland
Report on banking shows Hagerstown leading in new building activity with 10 month totals of debits to demand deposit accounts at $462,132,000 across four local banks. Salisbury remains a hub with $384,302,000 in the Eastern Shore region, while Frederick and Cumberland report sizable gains as well.
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Gotham Subway Strikers Plan Action on Mayor Offer
The Transit Authority reported accelerated service across divisions and shifted motormen among divisions to improve operations. The Gotham Subway Strikers plan action in response to the mayoral offer.
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Transit Strike Strains New York Transit Authority
The Transit Authority reports the first five days of the subway walkout disrupted service and raised fares. Mayor Wagner defends a peace proposal while vowing not to be blackmailed, as striking motormen rally and calls for separate bargaining fade.
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Showery Week Ahead With Warmer Days and Rain
A Maryland five day forecast calls for cloudy skies across the nation with showery conditions. Temperatures will run 4 to 7 degrees above normal, reaching 38 to 143 and overnight lows around 25 to 32 in mountains. Rain is expected midweek and again Saturday, with wet belts from the Rockies to the Pacific and winds along California’s coast.
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Taking Eyes Off Road Triggers Chain Crash In Hagerstown
A driver 16-year-old Harry Willey of Hagerstown north on Woodland Way when he diverted his attention to a female companion caused a chain crash damaging three cars. His car struck Melvin Greenwalds parked vehicle, pushing it into Miriam Toldman’s car. Police towed a patrol wagon after engine failure. Willey charged with driving without a license. In a separate incident on West Fearidin and North Potomac Streets, Robert Bartgis and Walter Wishard collided. Bartgis faces revoked license and red light charges. Eight-year-old E. Guessford suffered facial lacerations when struck while crossing West Washington.
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Five Tips Win Him Top Award
East End volunteer reporter dings five items of news earning a $4 prize. Highlights include plans for a new city building to house services, a raccoon driven from its den by crows, a hospital patient curiosity with an elusive phrase, two deer hunting tales by city street department workers, and a tale about a tame squirrel in a date book column.
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Many Theft Cases Reported To City Police
City police investigated numerous theft incidents over the weekend. Goods stolen include 72 women's sweaters worth 179 dollars from Montgomery Ward on West Washington Street and items such as a pair of trousers, a baby stroller, a fox and terrier, a spare tire and wheel, and dairy-related losses reported at various downtown addresses.
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Countdown Underway For Atlas Test At Cape Canaveral
In Cape Canaveral observers reported the countdown for an Atlas intercontinental ballistic missile test firing underway with heavy security and active work around the Atlas stands. Two missiles were visible as floodlit preparations continued overnight, amid hopes the third attempt might proceed.
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Stakes High For Ike At NATO Parley
Paris reports that President Eisenhower, still convalescing from a mild stroke, faces high stakes at the NATO summit. He leads a drive to revitalize the alliance he helped form in 1951-52. Despite illness traces, his rapid rebound boosts hopes for stronger Western defense against Soviet space and military pressure as he attends the Paris conference and delivers a first post illness speech.
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Howard M. Snyder
Arbutus Near Bloom Seen By Maryland Boy
A 12 year old boy and his uncle found arbutus buds ready to burst in early spring along a protected mountainside near Trego while collecting Christmas greenery. Arbutus, a sweet scented mountain vine, typically blooms in late February or March depending on the weather.
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Grayson Cochran
City Council Starts 1958 Budget Talks in Hagerstown
The 1958 budget sessions begin with the mayor and council reviewing the city’s finances. City Auditor John K. Baker reports a 1957 deficit of 103000 and warns the city may face a larger red balance next year. Police and officials investigate thefts at local businesses, including broken machines, cash missing from Sharpsburg Post, Route 40 area burglaries, and an away motel room TV theft as State Police pursue leads.
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