Michener Develops TV Adventure Series Adventures in Paradise
Author James Michener, visiting New York, says he is writing an adventure drama TV series titled Adventures in Paradise. The hour long weekly dramas, produced by Martin Manulis, follow a young American sailing a schooner in the South Seas and along the Asian coast, aiming to debut next September.
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Charles Mercer
NEW York
Rudyard
Kipling
British Empire
James A. Michener
Western Pacific
Septemar
Martin Manuils
South Seas
Manulis
Michener
Tse
Ex-Teacher Now Billed As Top Stripper In Burlesque
Hollywood report profiles Patricia Avn Carruthers, also known as Patti White, a former junior high teacher who quit after school officials criticized her dress. She headlines at El Rancho Club in Los Angeles as a nude burlesque performer, saying acting was her dream and teaching never suited her.
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James Bacon
Hollywood
API
Peeler
Mineneapolis
Patricia Avn Carruthers
Mic
University of Minnesota
el Rancho
Los Angeles
Patti White
Ste
Lorg Caerings
Joan Crawford Speaks on Fame and PepsiCo Legacy
Hollywood star Joan Crawford says she is broke and ready to work again after Alfred Steele’s death. The PepsiCo chairman’s widow criticizes taxes and debts, thanks Pepsi-Cola for support, and expresses desire to act in films while helping Al’s company. Bud Abbott reveals his fortune was erased by back taxes and penalties.
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Hollywood
Joan Crawford
Los Angeles
Bel
Pepsi-Cola
Miss Crawford
Bud Abbott
Dkeam
Abbott and Castello
Damages Of $3500 In Civil Suit Awarded
A circuit court jury awarded $3500 damages to Lawrence Lee Hoffman of Knoxville Route One after a collision on Route 66 at Oonsboro August 13, 1957. The crash involved a motorcycle driven by Dale Lee Shank of Mt. Lena and an auto driven by William G. Suman of Hagerstown Route One. Both drivers were found negligent and ordered to share the damages. The Hoffman boy’s family, through Vernon Wate, pursued the suit with attorney Edwin Miller Yeprey presenting the Hoffmans.
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Heinz Klose
Greenbriar
Magers
Atta
Sweet Briar College
Lawrence Lee Hoffman
Knoxville
Edwin Miller Yeprey
Silent Investigators by John N Malerla Spotlighted
The U S Postal Inspection Service opened confidential files to present a detailed history of the agency. John N Makris curates dramatic cases spanning over 200 years, illustrating the bureau’s long tradition of guarding the mails from crime. The piece notes the agency’s origins under Ben Franklin and its enduring pursuit of criminals. The Washington County Free Library also highlights weekly book features. The Seychelles comprise about 10 islands totaling 158 square miles.
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John N. Malerla
U.S. Postal Inspection Service
U.S
John N. Makris
Inspection Service
America
The
Postal Inspection Service
Ben Franklin
Washington County
North Hagerstown senior plans diplomatic career
The 1959 senior class member at North Hagerstown High School aims for the state department or diplomatic service with strong language skills. Active in St. John’s Lutheran Church and church youth groups, she participates in music groups including Chamber Orchestra and all-state bands, and joins school activities like Breakfast Club, advertising staff, Dramatics Club, and Student Council.
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North Hagerstown High School
Lumi
State Department
Diplomatic Service
St. John's Lutheran Church
Luther League
Alslats
North High Band
Apparel Shop Operator Dies In Cumberland
Frank A. Martin 62 who ran women’s apparel shops in Cumberland Haegerstown and Silver Spring died at Memorial Hospital after being hospitalized since Saturday. He was stricken April 28 in Florida on a business trip to open a new branch. A Dayton Ohio native, he moved to Cumberland years ago and led the Retail Merchants Assoc. Survivors include his widow Eloise Daugherty and five sons. Funeral set for 2 pm Thursday at Cumberland Funeral Home with Rose Hill Cemetery burial. Divorces filed by Erna Miller against Lewis Miller and Aynther Hamilton against James Hamilton.
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Frank A. Martin
Cumberland
Hagerstown
Silver Spring
Memorial Hospital
Martin
Cumberland Hospital
Fort J Lauderdale
Fla
Florida
Dayton
Ohio
Pis
Assi
Eloise Daugherty
Fivo
Rose Mill Cemetery
Erna €. Mile Ler
Lewis E. Miller
Aynther P. Hamilton
James R. Hamilton
West Virginia towns set elections in five communities
Five eastern Panhandle towns choose leaders on Tuesday with Ranson's mayoral race attracting the most candidates. In Jefferson County Bolivar, Mayor Garten faces first opposition in years from Menefee. Harpers Ferry sees unopposed mayor and recorder, council race with eight hopefuls. Paw Paw and Berkeley Springs feature single-candidate entries for top offices. A large carp was caught near Williamsport by Thomas Rickett of the Harling Hotel.
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d-Keller Lance Jr
Hames
J. Mangrum
Dustin 5
William I. Ramey Jr
Wilbur F. Bond
John H.kester
Robert C. Fowser
Paw Paw
James B. Brown
Vaters
Jeiner
Berkeley Springs
Gracen
Heare
Thomas Rickett
Harling Hotel
Potomac
Williamsport
Williamsport Blood Drive Surges in Community Hall Visit
Williamsport hosted its first Red Cross Vehicle visit in years drawing 58 donors at Community Hall sponsored by the Lions Club and local industries. Participating groups included the Sanitarium Potomac Edison Safeway Washington County National Savings Bank and multiple companies and departments. Donors ranged from Raymond Fosten to Donald Ebersole with many residents listed by name as contributors.
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Williamsport
Wagerstown
Red Cross
Williamspoort Lions Club
Potomac Edison Company
Safeway Store
Washington County National Savings Bank
Williamsport Pacice Department
G. A. Miller Lumber Company
Maryland Ribbon Company
Victor CushWn and Son
American Cement
Byron Tannery
Maryland State Reformatory
Western Maryland
Raymond Fosten
Roger G.charlton
Harry Carter
Helen Parker
Vernie Zepp
Homer Forsythe
Harry Travor
Percy L
Charles W. Mummert
James W. Maurer
Zane Taylor
Bobby Byers
Raymond NM. Mummert
John LeHoy Jones
William
B. Ripple
Willigat L. Turner
Willam Kaminka
Edward W. Guessford
James W. Arrington
Joseph M. Hoffman
Doin
Spangler, Jr
Roy V. Whipp
Cecil A. Snow
Night Driving Caution Urged By State Resolve
House Resolution No. 32 introduced by the Washington County delegation calls for extensive publicity of highway safety especially night driving. The Maryland Attorney General rules motorists must dim headlights within 500 feet of oncoming traffic on divided highways and expressways, a law many drivers overlook, increasing crash risks.
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Washington County
House of Delegates
Attorney General
Maryland
James Garner Film Test With Cash McCall Looms
Hollywood reports James Garner faces a major screen test with Cash McCall, the Cameron Hawley bestseller turned film by Universal. Garner, well known for Maverick and his TV work, emphasizes money as his drive while awaiting a return to hour long TV projects.
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Frank Sinatra
AP Moyle-Tv
Jasmes
Garner
Avarner Brothers
Cash McCall
Cameron Hawley
Bow
Jim
Tin
Trav
Ator
Bret Maverick
Garnet
McCall
Maverick
Vim
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