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Newspaper
The Daily Mail
Location
Hagerstown, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Sep 07, 1949
Page
12
Detroit Sept 7 A AP report notes that the 1950 model switches will not force long shutdowns. Nash halted for a week during 1940 changes and returned to production. Most makers expect brief changes, with Nash and others aiming for high yearly output as competition drives quicker model rollovers.
Des Moines reports W V Smolek, extension animal husbandman at Iowa State College, warns that proper grooming and training are key to fair judging. He urges several weeks of prep, daily washing and brushing a week before the show to tame animals for the ring. A note oddly adds a claimed sun core temperature of 25 700 000 degrees Celsius.
The Gortschis, a clever trio of European import acrobats, will headline at the Great lingerstown Fair week of September 19. They perform high speed globe tricks with minimal partners and a spiral runway, using various wheeled props to achieve daring, rapid sequences. Their act, long staged in major venues including New York’s Roxy Theater, emphasizes precision balance and breathless pace.
About sixty men of Co B Maryland National Guard received 3800 in pay at the State Armory after an all day training period at Indiantown Gap Pennsylvania ending Saturday. The unit with 54 men and five officers conducted a three day bivouac Aug 29 and ninety percent qualified with weapons for potential extra pay next year. Captain William T Bussard earned a ten year service medal.
Washington Sept 7 Dwight D Eisenhower is viewed by some Washington officials as a potential 1952 GOP presidential candidate. Senators and lawmakers say his remarks align with middle of the road Republicans and hint he could face a convention challenge despite his stated lack of interest. The discussion includes speculation about President Truman's possible run and policy implications for social welfare.
Four Washington County 4 H youths earn state honors after winning the live stock judging team contest at the tournament to advance to the International Livestock Show in Chicago in November. Recipients include William Witsegle of Hagerstown Royle, Leon Trumpower of Clear Spring, and two others.
The Joint Chiefs pose in the Pentagon as Secretary Johnson announces a defense mission. The top officers plan to inspect Alaska defenses this September, with Gen. Lawton Collins and Adm. Louis Denfeld among those slated to attend. Some high-ranking officials may be unable to travel, while Adm. Arthur Serubte could lead the delegation.
Richard Kershner Cleac Spring and Albert Draper from Williamsport lead a four man effort as the team closes in on a state title after near misses over the past year. Assistant County Raymond Muller guided the squad this season. Pitsnogle ranks among seven top livestock judges at the Smithsburg club event. A Smithsburg area fair initiation is set for Monday at 7 20 pm at the home of Mr and Mrs Harry La Frey in Germantown Route. Refreshments will be served. The Hazyden Manor in New York City reports no drilled holes in its steel ceiling.
A 1900s Baltimore case reports Mrs Laura McMulen formerly of Harrington Delaware died after a metal breathing tube slipped from her grasp. She had recently undergone cancer surgery and used a detachable steel Grebe throat device. Her sister Mia Flossie Powell attended. Police noted complications from prior medical procedures.
A fragmentary report notes a woman suffocated when an item of clothing enshrouded her, the incident occurring before assistance could reach her. Investigators seek details as the case unfolds with scarce readable facts.
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