New Police Chief Quietly Making Department Changes
Blair Overton, newly installed chief of the Hagerstown police, has begun a series of changes in procedures and organization. Front desk access is tightened, reports are consolidated by case, and uniformed officers receive updated guidelines on arrests and property handling. He urges hiring quality recruits and plans to wear civilian clothes publicly while directing administrative duties.
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Local Club Awards Four Washington County Scholarships
Four recent graduates from Washington County high schools received scholarships at an Exchange Club luncheon held at the American Legion home on Northern Avenue. Recipients include Elizabeth J. Barger Camille Robinson Jacqueline Cook and William McClanshan Jr. 1 Their attendance varied with Miss Cook unable to attend. The event drew about 65 members and guests and featured John M. Baer president of the Washington County School Board as speaker.
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Welfare Costs For County Top $50,000
The Department of Public Welfare reports May welfare spending in the county surpassed fifty thousand dollars with 1,202 recipients. Old age assistance totaled 17,776.28 for 385 recipients, while aid to dependent children reached 15,946.60 for 171 families. Other programs included aid to the blind 808.48 for 16 people and disability aid 3,679.81 for 175 recipients. General public assistance totaled 2,774.52 for 62 people, and foster care payments averaged 49.59 per child for 81 children. A separate entry notes a Green meadows storm causing 4,016.84 in damages and power outages as crews restored lines.
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Burhans Retires Captain Brown From City Police
Mayor Burhans announced the retirement of Jesse B. Brown after 36 years with the Hagerstown Police Department, eight as captain. Brown will receive a monthly retirement pay of 206, with certificates of disability on file. The Board of Public Works also accepted the resignation of Patrolman Ralph H. Kershner, who left to join the Maryland State Police.
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Jerry Lewis Plans To Move His Family To Connecticut
Hollywood reports Jerry Lewis intends to relocate his family to Connecticut amid rumors around his stage and film work. The veteran star, noting feuds in Hollywood, aims for a quieter life with Patti and their children while continuing acting in East Coast settings, despite his long career on screen.
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