10 Nov 1960
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Newspaper
The Daily Mail
Location
Hagerstown, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Nov 10, 1960
Page
1
Western papers frame Senator Kennedy’s tight victory amid Cold War tension. Moscow and Rome show cautious optimism while U S markets rise modestly on hopes of economic reform. Analysts note the slim margin signals limited mandate for sweeping policy shifts affecting industry and defense sectors.
The Hagerstown Lodge of Elks will initiate four new members at the November 15 meeting in honor of the official visit by District Deputy Grand Exalted Ruler Ralph Bailey of Prince Georges County. Ronald Miller, exalted ruler of BPOE 378, said a special program with free refreshments will follow the meeting. The four new members are Willis M. Spong, Denton. B. Jacques, Smithsburg. Willard P. Shier, Hagerstown. and Sterling C. Dorsey, Hagerstown.
Private Timothy J. Bender son of Mr and Mrs Carl J. Bender Sr 3 Rosewood Drive is undergoing basic training at Fort Jackson D C He is a graduate of St Maria Goretti High School class of 1980 Letters may be sent to Pyt Timothy J Bender RA
A fragmentary note reports on a Megatop repus coertatus dragonfly from Central and South America, stated to have a seven inch wing span. The text references U.S. foreign policy under President John F Kennedy and suggests little change in political dynamics.
Obituary notes the son of the late Charles L and Annie Esbel man Strite with survivors Nora Strite and siblings Frank Slrte and Norman Strite and nephews. funeral Saturday at Zimmerman Funeral Home Green Castle with service by Rev John A Byers and interment Cedar Hill Cemetery Keem ste. Also Charles George Johnson 76 died at Western Maryland State Hospital born in Frederick County son of Alexander and Mary Johnson. survived by brother William T Johnson, daughter Earth Brown, granddaughter Blue Barnett. funeral Friday at 2 at Second China Church with Rev F B Bradley officiating. interment Rose Hill Cemetery. friends may call Waldon Funeral Home Friday evening.
Boy Scout Troop 1 of St. Marys Catholic Church held a Sunday court of honor at Pangborn Memorial Auditorium. First class awards went to Dennis Finfrock Curtis Graff Robert Naugle Paul Skelton Jr Dur tis Graff Steven Cos tion. Second class awards went to William Baumann Billy Dwyer Richard Vincent Terry Engle David McConnell and Brian Burst. Merit badges awarded to David McConnell for swimming and life saving Dennis Graff for cooking and home repairs Curtis Graff for cooking swimming home repairs and reading Brian Borst for swimming and life saving. William Dwyer and George Brie ady received awards for service to the troop. Rev Charles Klein spoke on the troop's work and Jack Miller Scout Executive for Washington County presented a challenge to the troop. Investiture of Allen Bacon Wayne Barkle Wilson Barklow Danny Kenny Kip Naugle and Martin Sauble completed the program.
Evangelists Robert Timmons and T L Cave will headline services at the Log Cabin Revival Center located at 770 Frederick St Friday at 7 p.m. Cave, an artist, will portray the heavenly city. a blind accordionist accompanies. Rev J A Wilt is in charge.
A Harrisburg Pennsylvania church figure Roy H. Stetler writes a prayer asking for divine guidance for new national leaders. The prayer seeks wisdom for peace with other nations and personal righteousness, urging communal support and prayer for the country.
Kennedy plans swift staffing for his incoming administration as Republicans gain 22 seats while Democrats secure 44 state posts. Possible picks for secretary of state include Adlai Stevenson, Chester Howies, J William Fulbright, and W Averell Harriman. Robert Kennedy may take a top advisory role and liaison duties with the outgoing administration.
Private Howard A. Miller of Hagerstown Maryland is assigned to Company C 1st Battalion Ashy Training Regiment Fort Mason Center for specialist training in Basic Army Administration, to be a clerk typist. Navy Lt. Cir. Robert M. Barr of Hagerstown Maryland is serving at a naval station.
Two British youths, Francis Forsyth aged 18 and Norman Harris aged 21, were hanged today for kicking a man to death during a robbery. The executions, at South London and Pentonville, followed protests against capital punishment. Forsyth spoke with his fiancée Margaret Catlin, 17, before the hanging, while Harris, unnamed in the text, faced his fate with relatives nearby.
Vera Mae Ernst of Clear Spring route one has been chosen as one of eight delegates to attend Canada's 29th National 4-H Club Week in Ottawa and Toronto from November 12 to 17. She will meet the Canadian Prime Minister and visit Parliament buildings. Ernst, active in 4-H for years, is a member of the Clear Spring 4-H Club and a current University of Maryland scholar.
Baltimore AP reports the counting of about 15 000 absentee votes began as part of the election canvass. Kennedy led Nixon 55 481 365 unofficially, with Maryland voters largely reaffirming Democratic strength and approving 15 constitutional amendments including new judgeships for several counties. Mathias won the 6th District, Johnson retained the First District seat, and Kennedy carried Baltimore City.
Ringgold Union Church plans a two week daily revival from November 13 to 27 led by Chaplain Frank Gosserd of Fort Meade. Services run daily except Saturdays at 7 pm with film followed by song service and gospel sermon. Thanksgiving features an 11 am printing service and no evening service. Public invited to attend.
Broadcast grid shows multiple programs with times from 3:00 PM to 9:50 PM including Young Dr Malone Brom There Roots and National Velvet. Entries list channels and program titles with region color notes and occasional host or show details.
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