Dual Highway Project Next
Governor O Conor announced bids for a new Hagerstown to Frederick road of 17.2 miles costing about 1 191 000 with construction to start mid March The project is to relocate the National Pike and is listed as number one on the 1946 State Roads Commission list Work will begin four miles east of Hagerstown to two miles west of Frederick Concrete lanes are finished from Cleveland avenue to near city limits A single lane extends toward Beaver Creek All rights of way are acquired and additional grading may be needed Bridges and culverts are in place The job will be let in several contracts to allow simultaneous progress
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Atomic bullet slows by moderator in uranium chain reaction
AP News explains how slowing neutrons with graphite or heavy water moderates the pace of a chain reaction. Islands of uranium in moderator material slow neutrons enough to split U-235, emitting more neutrons to continue fission while some convert U-238 into plutonium.
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Red Cross Appeals for Contributions After Sunday Fire
The Washington County Red Cross seeks aid for families made homeless by Sunday’s blaze. Clothing for boys ages 2 through 16 and girls ages 2 and 3 are urgently needed, along with underwear bedding and furniture. Donations can be arranged via Red Cross Headquarters at phone 3319.
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Red Cross
Plans Go Forward In Garment Drive
The United National Clothing Drive committee met in the Chamber of Commerce office, reporting progress after a week of work. The drive runs January 7 to January 31 with materials en route and details to be announced soon.
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