Lane plan marked Maryland highway era ten years old
Maryland celebrated ten years since Governor William Preston Lane Jr unveiled a five year road development plan costing about 185 million dollars and a Chesapeake Bay bridge. The plan, approved and in effect since July 1, 1947, spurred a cascade of later projects and a nationwide funding boom.
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William Preston Lane, Jr
Maryland
Chesapeake Bay
Lane
Ihs
McKeldin
Patapsco River
Mr. Lane
Baltimore Sun
Jottings From Yesteryears 40 Years Ago
County commissioners dropped plans for a road from Halfway to Funkstown after land donations fell short. The Snook Zentmyer Road was proposed. City firefighting gear failed a test at City Park with 16 links of hose bursting, costing an estimated $1,000 to replace. White Way lamps on Washington Street drew merchant complaints due to coal price-driven budget cuts at the City Light Plant. Dr Ira M Zimmerman of Williamsport passed his Army exam and was commissioned a first lieutenant in the medical division of the Officers Reserve Corps.
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City Park
Washington Street
Ira M. Zimmerman
Ikamsport
Officers Reserve Corps
Psychosomatic cure for baldness sparked by doctor
In this installment, a patient consults a physician about psychosomatic treatment for baldness. The doctor argues that belief and social cues drive hair loss and promotes a mindset of pride in baldness. He suggests weighing corporate success with bald leadership as a social catalyst, urging the patient to embrace baldness as a path to power.
20 Years Ago in Hagerstown City Finances and Local Sports
A city audit reports per capita debt at 153.43 dollars for Hagerstown. Washington County Hospital shows limited patient care capacity with 36 volumes. Local sports note highlights Bagersiows fighters and a match where Predevick won three of four bouts.
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Hagerstown
George E. Slaybaugh
Washington County Hospital
Bagersiows
Simeton
Bane
Det
Wieters
Cherrie
Mirek
Khrushchev TV Interview Potentates U.S. Response
Washington observers see Khrushchev's hour-long televised interview as ineffective at swaying Americans against communism. Reporters could not counter his claims, while Tass and Radio Moscow replayed segments abroad to shape a friendlier image of Moscow. Officials warn the exchange risks future Cold War misunderstandings and a tainted public opinion.
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Reds
Khrushchev
Russia
Peter Edson
WEA
Washington
Wwashington
NEA
United States
Communist Party
Nikita Khrushchev
Columbia Broadcasting System
U.S
Hungary
Red Army
Kennan
Radio Moscow
Soviet Union
Horoscope Row: Daily Stars Forecast for 1554
The reading notes today's stellar aspects favor domestic and property matters with need for tact with superiors and elders. Outdoor and group activities show good vibrations, and your birthday suggests a promising year ahead in job and finances.
Get a Denture and Join the Elite, Says Hal Boyle
In a humorous column Hal Boyle argues that losing teeth and getting dentures can dramatically boost social life and self image. He recounts his own experience with front teeth removal, jokes about reactions, and advises readers to seize the chance for companionship, travel, and career gains through a new smile.
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Hal Boyle
New York
Jo King
Paul
Susis
Mississippi
Sal
How to Keep Well by T R Van Dellen
Public guidance column from Dr Van Dellen offering general health advice and responses to disease prevention questions by mail or phone, warning against personal diagnosis. The notice urges readers to consult their physician for individual issues and notes no telephone inquiries or digots.
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T. R. van Dellen
van Dellen
Privileges Bring Responsibilities In Driving Education
Barbs by Hal Cochran discuss licensing as a privilege, the need for driver education, and a plan to curb speeders. It argues mandatory high school programs, health checks, and warnings against impaired driving, while noting common misconceptions and rail against reckless behavior. The piece includes reader questions on fats, gastritis, and leg circulation.
Inquiry on persistent illness and reinfection concerns
Mrs G asks why a disease labeled as moniasis remains hard to cure after three years of treatment. She suspects improper care or husband’s infection causing reinfection. A leaflet on this disorder is available by sending a stamped self addressed envelope with request.
Eisenhower appoints two ex governors to posts
President Eisenhower names Val Peterson former Nebraska governor ambassador to Denmark and Leo A Hoegh former Iowa governor to succeed him as administrator of the Federal Civil Defense Administration.
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Eisenhower
Val Peterson
Nebraska
Denmark
Iowa
Leo A. Hoegh
Peterson
Federal Civil Defense Administration
United Nations sees Hungarian crackdown strengthen Communist grip
The U N Special Committee on Hungary reports the Soviet army suppression has strengthened the Hungarian people's will for independence but crushed hopes for political rights. It cites Communist rule under Janos Kadar, brutal secret police, and wartime Mongol and Central Asian troops. The panel estimates 2,500 to 3,000 deaths and notes shocking tortures.
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N.Y. Aun
Hungary
General Assembly
Janos Kadar
Ain
Central Asia
Egypt
Danube
Suez Canal
Sination Assembly
Ien- Kary
Sacrifice for God and freedom in a pilgrim land
The poem recalls the Pilgrim Fathers crossing oceans to seek liberty and worship. It questions modern resolve, urging courage to endure hardships for a land founded on faith, liberty, and sacrifice. It cites devotion to God and the founders, urging readers to meet challenges rather than despair.
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Jack
God
Liberty
Beam Named US Ambassador to Poland in likely Senate Vote
President Eisenhower has named Jacob D. Beam a 26 year foreign service veteran to be ambassador in Communist Poland. Beam, 33, will succeed Joseph E. Jacobs who resigned. The U.S. seeks to have foreign ministers gather during the upcoming regular session starting Sept 17 and to coordinate with the 24 nations that backed the Jan 10 resolution. The plan is to have those nations urge that a recommendation be made on the cited issue.
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United States
U.S
Poland
Eisenhower
New Salvation Army Officer Assigned Here
Lieutenant Lillian McDiffitt, newly commissioned, is assigned to the Hagerstown Corps. The Salvation Army Training School at Atlanta recently graduated 48 new officers, with 10 appointments in the Southern Territory. McDiffitt, a Fairmont West Virginia native, will lead youth activities and the character building program at the local citadel, with a welcome service set for Sunday June 23 at 9 30 a.m. Friends are invited.
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Lillian McDiffite
Salvation Army
Hagerstown
Salvation Army Training School
Atlanta
Salvation Army Citadel
McDiffitt
Fairmont
W. Va
B Corps
Lt. McDiffitt
Roral Corps
Citadel
Friends of the Salvation Army
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