30 Jan 1960
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Newspaper
The Daily Mail
Location
Hagerstown, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1960
Page
1
Snook defends phased zoning changes focused on Hagerstown developments and three rural areas. He cites junkyard and garbage controls and setback lines for future highways to qualify for federal aid, adding four urgent issues: industrial park, wastewater facilities, tax revision, and eventual zoning expansion. He warns growth requires action now.
Doctors report the Asian flu strain has spread to several states but overall activity is not worse or more widespread than 1957. They note rising respiratory infections in Georgia North Carolina and Colorado while Texas and California report more severe cases and higher pneumonia incidence. Surgeon General Leroy Burney says overall outbreaks are not as severe as in 1957.
County welfare officials discussed rising aid to dependent children cases with delegates. The number of families rose from 236 to 270 in a year as discussions covered possible welfare grants to employables and prior program setbacks totaling 21 000 spent. The welfare director said cases sometimes included partially disabled applicants amid worsening economic conditions.
Fragmentary OCR reports the death of actor Janus Jean Voydt, described as a veteran performer, shortly after finishing the first act of a new play. The text mentions places including Boston and Montclair New Jersey and references individuals Merwin and Gayl.
Airman Bruce Barwise, 23, emerges after 72 hours in a water tight survival capsule tied to a Coast Guard ship in Lake Erie. He reports leg cramps and a water leak but says the test showed no need for major capsule changes. Barwise craved steak and ham after the ordeal and plans no immediate repeat.
Fromage 20 Rewlah Frey of Rosewood School Baltimore and cousins. funeral at Minnich Funeral Home Smiths bury Monday 10 30 a m. Interment in United Brethren Cemetery Wolfs ville. Charles A Kibler 68 of 333 North Cannon Ave died at Washington County Hospital Friday. survived by wife Sophia and daughter Phyllis. funeral at Minnich Wilson Blvd Monday 2 p m. Interment in Eb anded Cemetery Shey heredstown.
The notice for William A Shoemaker lists a surviving spouse with a garbled name. It clarifies the correct surname as Wronns You niker and notes he was a Republican for 14 years.
Baltimore report recalls 1865 rules where pupils bowed to teachers, teachers collected fees, maintained accounts, and boards enforced strict discipline. It notes teacher duties, school upkeep, and prohibitions on messaging about discipline. The piece contrasts past and present practices and highlights historical criminal case coverage.
Debates over rising county assessments and state school aid unfold as De Gaulle faces rightist leaders in Algiers. Insurgent chiefs accuse officials of defiance while pushing for tax relief and budget reform. Delegates warn of treason risks amid street tensions and calls for broader power to curb spending.
Burker, a Williamsport resident and longtime worker with a seafaring background, is promoting a local invention aimed at aiding fishermen and missile personnel. He cites commitment to local manufacturers and employment, noting his varied career from merchant seaman to Fairchild aircraft inspector and more recently a sales role at Martinsburg Frogon Food and Freewer Company.
In India, a national observance marks 12 years since Mohandas Gandhi's assassination. The day honors those who fell during the freedom movement against British rule and is observed in remembrance across the nation.
A man was jailed after a shooting incident discussed at a local magistrate court. Officers described threats and intimidation, and the magistrate warned against firing through doors to stop rabbit or baton theft, noting potential murder charges.
Gen. Douglas MacArthur slept soundly at Lenox Hill Hospital after admission for an examination of a medical condition. A First Army spokesman said the general, who celebrated his 80th birthday Tuesday, had a comfortable night and would receive further medical updates around noon. Mrs. MacArthur remained with him at the hospital.
Letter Box Editor's and the House of Delegates heard proposals from citizens and promised further investigations. Paul Valentine urges exempting triers and rejects misstatements, urging citizens to verify facts with railroad workers. A class reunion note corrects a newspaper claim about county graduates and recalls local students from Williamsport, Hancock, and nearby towns.
Paris correspondent Kenry Hank Wales 72 dies after long tenure at Line Chicago Tribune. Ohio State dean emeritus Dr. Upham 88, ex AMA president, dies. Birmingham editor James E. Chappell 74, former AP director and News Co. leader, dies. Grand Rapids neurologist Dr. C Judson Herrick 91, Denison and China universities tied to his work. Ernest W. hiisher of Lynn dies. Boston actor Louis Jean Heydt 34 dies after collapsing during play. Dallas baritone Mack Harrell 60, SMU professor and Met Opera veteran dies after long illness.
A personal prayer text from James C Kinant an insurance executive in Newberry South Carolina asking for forgiveness guidance and grace to lead others to peace through faith and thy salvation.
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