19 Dec 1952
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Newspaper
The Daily Mail
Location
Hagerstown, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1952
Page
1
The plan shifts standards away from federal control. Local and state boards would run most of the plan with premiums-based funding. Federal and state support would aid those unable to pay. The commission envisions hospital care, family physician services, dental care for children and later all, drugs and X-ray services. Bleeding into social security funds if needed.
Fragmentary quote argues that under a certain plan defections would lead to direct control by the government over medical access and population health services. The speaker claims pay and services would be overseen by a distant authority.
The article notes rising Christmas sales and urban suburban shopping growth with strong forecasts from executives in New York Chicago and White Plains. It highlights parking and traffic issues in downtown areas and mentions department stores facing furniture and rug sales challenges amid uncertain job prospects and higher income shoppers.
The city asks residents to register or transfer by December 27 for the January primary. The Court House basement election office will stay open until 9 p.m for special registrations tonight. Weekday hours are 9 to 4 except Saturdays 9 to noon. offices close December 25 and 26.
Obituary notices list Catherine Shank, widow of John H. Shank, died at home near Huyetts Crossroads aged. Benjamin F Riser born February 27 1863 died at Cherry Run Route 1. Minnie Shank Harsh of Mercersburg died at W. Va relatives. Amanda Gearhart daughter of Shank clan died at Shady Grove aged 68. multiple survivors named with churches and funeral plans. services set at St Johnsontown WL Va Leiniger Funeral Home Mercersburg Brethren Church Shady Grove Cedar Hill Cemetery and local viewing times announced.
The article discusses potential changes to the Taft Hartley Act and the political stance of Taft McConnell and Eisenhower on amendments. It notes McConnell seeks a simpler, clearer law and that Taft favors 28 amendments passed before. It mentions proposed changes include non Communist oaths for officials and allowing strikers replaced on the job to vote in union elections. The piece reflects party positions and likely legislative paths.
William H Houston, a 17 year old from Reading Pennsylvania, enlists in the Marine Corps after two prior attempts. His father Maj John Lester Bloomston was killed at Iwo Jima in 1945. Houston previously enlisted in Jacksonville Florida at 15 and Roasting after a discharge at Parris Island. He heads for Parris Island again in a few days.
Baltimore former Judge Sherbow to handle the appeal of George Edward Grammer who was convicted of first degree murder in the death of his wife. The judge will review Grammer's motion for a new trial as he replaces Federico who previously represented the 58-year-old defendant. Grammer offered thanks to Federico in a letter noting financial hardship and support from a brother and a few friends who funded a new counsel.
Mrs. Foy D. Kohler wife of a State Department policy planner appeals her drunken driving conviction. Arlington County Court suspended all but three hours of a 30 day jail term while an $150 fine was reduced. The incident occurred December 6 when Kohler and her husband allegedly intoxicated struck a telephone pole en route from a party. A briefcase with secret documents was turned over to security. Bond was set at $800. Kohler paid $8.25 for public intoxication. An appeal hearing is set for two months hence.
Washington message notes President Truman maintains his stance on Dwight D. Eisenhower’s Korea trip. He stood by an earlier remark calling Eisenhower’s campaign pledge roguish and said there was nothing more to add. The president referenced Eisenhower’s meeting with General Douglas MacArthur and MacArthur’s plan to end the war.
House leaders Halleck and Arends reported to Eisenhower that the Truman era has nearly eliminated the stabilization program. Martin echoed the view that the outgoing regime left the program weak. They cited the coal miners wage rise and wage stabilization board resignations as signaling economic strain and debated wage price controls with no decision reached.
Thomas Gardner of Maryland completes an eight week training at Jacksonville Air Training Center before reporting to Pensacola for Navy Photo School. First Lt. Sean Gruber of Hagerstown earns command of a company with the 40th Infantry Division in Korea, previously in Korea since June. Cpl. Thomas Henry of Hagerstown serves in Korea with the 11th Field Artillery Battalion, expected to fire its 200,000th round against the Communists in December.
Legislative Council subcommittee led by John C. Luber will question Edward Lyden chief investigator of the Maryland Department of Motor Vehicles about his suspension by Motor Vehicles Commissioner Thomas B. R. Mudd and the public information rule cited in the case. The panel will also hear details on the temp automobile license law and about 400 complaints from motorists and dealers since June.
American soldiers in Germany prepare to deliver holiday aid to about one hundred thousand German youngsters. Helicopters and planes will drop or deliver gifts, food, and clothing to orphanages and hospitals, with baskets left at homes. Bavarian children and other locales receive support from several bases, including Stuttgart and Wiesbaden units.
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