Khrushchev Defends Stalin as Model Communist Fighter
In a Kremlin reception with Chinese Premier Chen and other leaders, Nikita Khrushchev praised Joseph Stalin as a model Communist fighter for the working class while acknowledging past criticisms. Bulganin urged restraint as Khrushchev dismissed Stalinism and condemned capitalism, noting its inevitable demise.
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Moscow
Communist Party
Nikita Khrushchev
Stalin
Khrushchev
Kremlin
Chen En-lai
Khbrushchev
Buliganin
Lenin
Ned Ching
Bulganin
Chou
Hungary
Poland
Granted divorce for Hawbaker couple announced
John William Hawbaker Jr. is granted an absolute divorce from Shirley Yvonne Hawbaker by Chief Judge George Henterson. A note mentions a shooting match postponed, and adds local ads for groceries, a pickup truck wanted, and a Friday night shooting event at McClellan's Gun Club in Kee Dysville.
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John William Hawbaker, Jr
George Henterson
Shirley Yvonne Hawbaker
McClellan's Gun Club
Keedysville
Obituaries of Wilbur Baechtel and others in area notices
Obituary notices for Wilbur T Baechtel aged 75 of North Canton Avenue detailing long illness and survivor list. Margaret Jane Rubeck of 520 Washington Square obituary and survivors. Charles S Myers longtime Myersville farmer obituary with service details. graveside rites for infant Ellmer twins in Rose Hill Cemetery.
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Wilbur T. Baechtel
Wilbur Thompson Baechtel
Edna Sentier Baechtel
Garlock Convalescent Fame
North Canton Avenue
Charles W
Cena Isora Webb Baechtel
St. Paul’s Mjb
Charen
Rowlette’s
Knitting Mil
Irene Fusherman
Chewsville
Isora O'Neill
Jessup
Ald
Doyle IL
Grove
Williamsport
Doris Holtman
Myrtle White
Carroll Baechiell
Margaret Jana Rubeck
Margaret Jane Rubeck
Washington Square
Mercersburg
First Baptist Church
T.ef, L. Bible Class
Moody Circle
John S. Rubeck
Frederick
Mary A. Swartz
M ‘Carl Price
Hagerstown
John Trumpower
Cedar Lawn
Sarah Everhart
Albert Bricker
George Shaffer
Clyde Sheer
Greencastle
Charles Shaffer
Kraiss Funeral
Rose Hill Cemetery
Theresi Jean
Mary Anne Ellmer
Lewis H
Georglanna (McMillen) Ellmer
Bryan Blace
Coyne
Dennis
William HB. McMillen
Clivence E. Blimer
Baltimore
Appearances Deceiving In Mount Clemens Bank Robbery
In Mount Clemens Michigan two young men fled First National Bank after an alarm. Detretive Conrad Koltys stopped a car with a pistol, leading to a shooting match. $210 in cash recovered. Suspects taken to police headquarters.
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Mount Clemens
Mich
Conrad Kallys
Cony Sheriff's
Summit Ave
Pam First National Bank
Koltys Cee
Young
South Mountain Rod & Gun Club
Smithsburg
Reed
Skip Knepper
St, Paul’s
Hank
Western Pike
Hart
Annapolis
Caunt Ady
Shooting Match Sunday January 20 at Wynnwood Bridge
Hagerstown Saddle Club hosts a shooting match at Jefferson Boulevard course featuring dressed poultry and other prizes. Gates open at 1 p.m. and entries include ih and Ativ.
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Wynnwood Br
Jefferson Blvd
Hagerstown
Future Railroad Engineer Captures Kidnap Plot Hero Worship
Ronald E Renner, a 15 year old Washington Khan pupil in Hagerstown, idolizes railroads and hopes to become a diesel electric locomotive engineer. He has watched Western Maryland Railway yard operations from his home at 48 Madison Avenue and follows President Truman, whose travels to Hagerstown are reported, while authorities seek three suspects in a patrolman kidnapping case tied to the Western Maryland line.
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Ronald E. Renner
Washington Khan
Hagerstown
Ronnie
Ronald
Baltimore
United States
Maryland
Ronach County
Arthur Grotz
Trousers Must Be Worn Higher at School
At Mayme 8, Wagdener Junior High Louisville, Principal John B. Lawe warns boys to wear trousers at the waist. He acted after two students were seen with pants slipping to the hips during gym and a prank involving a tug in a dining area.
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Louisville
Wagdener
John B. Lawe
Lowe
Police Say Speed Limit Dispute Reaches Court
The legislature backed 70 mph while state police pushed 40 mph. A court ruled that any speed could be reasonable and prudent, but state police claim nothing over 60 mph is reasonable or prudent.
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Santa FF
Art Carney and Gleason to part company in June
Entertainment items note Art Carney and Jackie Gleason to part ways after Carney's contract ends in June. Carney's manager confirms amicable split as Gleason pursues other plans next season. Also mentions Carney and Audrey Meadows as key longtime staples on Gleason's show.
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New York
Art Carney
Jackie Gleason
Carney
Audrey Meadows
Gleason
William McCaffrey
McCaffrey
Jackie
Art
First Federal 5. L. Reports Steady Growth
First Federal Savings and Loan Association posted a 1956 asset rise of 2.38 million and record net savings of 1.684 million. Total savings reached 11.148 million with 206 thousand in dividends. Home mortgage loans grew by 997 thousand to 10.488 million. P. J. Potter announced the gains noting broader service to more families. New directors included Thurgean & Tinea. New officers and board members listed.
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First Federal Savings and Loan Association
P. J. Potter
Potter
Association
Thurgean & Tinea
Gaver Heads Local Shriners With New Officers
Richard E. Gaver of Smithsburg was elected president of the Nazeratown Shrine Club of Ali Ghan Temple. New officers include first vice president Robert C. Porter, second vice president Garland L. Stull, and secretary-treasurer Robert W. Pressel. Past President Orville M. Weston installed the officers and reported club activities. A travel film "Welcome to Washington" was shown by Charles Evans. Refreshments followed the meeting.
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Richard E. Gaver
Smithsburg
Nageratown Shrine
Ali Ghan Temple
Orville M. Weston
Robert C. Porter
Garland L. Stull
Robert W. Pressel
Edward D. Plummer
M. Wm. Hess
W. B. Denyers
Milton L
March of Dimes slow to respond in 1957 drive
John E. Stonebraker Jr chairing the campaign says responses are slow as envelopes are misused or donations delayed. He notes polio remains a critical fight with Salk vaccine reducing cases but no universal solution. Local services include hospital care braces and wheelchairs aiding recovery and mobility for polio victims.
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John E. Stonebraker, Jr
Stonebraker
March of Dimes
Farmers and Merchanta Bank
Hubert J. Statelmyer
Lanebraker
Funkhousers Re-Elected Leader At Home Federal
The 58th annual meeting of Home Federal Savings and Loans Association reelected E N Funkhouser as president. Officers include Franklin R Miller executive VP C Merritt Campbell VP and others. Directors elected list several names with Hardy financial notes and a 37 percent dividend on savings accounts.
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Home Federal Savings and Loans Association
E.N. Pinkhouser
Franklin R. Miller
C. Merritt Campbell
C. C. Ditlo
John Ankeney
H. K. Stickel
Lorraine K. Geary
Ralph F. Cushen
Catherine H. Keedy
Joe H. Bayks
Donovan R. Beachley
Russell J. Bowers
C. Marrinl Campbell
Ormam
Fishel
E. N. Funkhouser
Harold M. Porter
H.K. Stickell
Earl L. Stoner
D. Eb, Stulz
Edgar ¢. Travinger
Vote Carterman in Democratic Primary on January 22
Published by authority of Lennard Abimelone treasurer. The notice urges voters to select John E. Carterman in the upcoming Democratic primary on January 22, highlighting common sense and civic responsibility as key themes for the campaign.
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John E. Carterman
Authority of
Lennard
Abimelone
Treas
Ady
Little Bunker Gets His Bath
Four year old Michael Campbell tossed his pup Little Bunker into the washing machine after seeing the dog need a bath. The machine was switched on and parts of the pup were spun around. Mrs Campbell turned off the machine and the pup was revived with artificial respiration after being cleaned.
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Bowling Green
Michael Campbell
Walton Frid ay D ancing Club Announces Open Weekends
Walton residents are informed that the Waroha Grange Hall clubroom and kitchen will be open to members and their guests every Saturday and Sunday. Tom Kat and Kountry Kinéad headline the weekend events with doors open for social dancing and community gathering at Walton League venues.
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Waroha Grange Hall
Tom Kat
Kountry Kinéad
Tzank Walton League
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Boonshorn
Daniel Swomley
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Hull's Corner Shore
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Anthony
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Charles W. Zeller
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Harvey H. Heyser
Aaron BE. Beecher
Mildred H. Heess
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Marjorie E. Sayers
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Raymond H. Miller
Louis Fahenstack
William JL. Beard
John H. Hornbaker
Gaver
Paramount Paint & Wallpaper
Leitersburg Pike
Ned Murray
Valley Forge
OLD Reading
Fort Pitt’s Iron
City Arrow 77
Country Club
Maltram's Head
G. E
Ned Murray Distributing CO
Pennsylvania Avenue
Studebaker - Packard
Fleigh Motor Corp
Fhone
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Light Dept
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Second National Bank
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