Eisenhower discusses politics with Hagerty and Adams
President Eisenhower talked politics with aides James Hagerty and Sherman Adams in Gettysburg. Hagerty declined to reveal any decision on a possible second term, saying it was a personal conversation. Adams was due to join unless weather delayed travel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gettysburg
Eisenhower
James C. Hagerty
Sherman Adams
Hagerty
Eisenhower Farm
Adams
Washington
David
Barbara Anne
Eisenhower expected to run again despite operation
Two Republican senators Ives and Carlson say Eisenhower will seek a second term and be elected. Southern Democrats George and Sparkman predict a Stevenson swing to block Harriman, with Southerners backing Stevenson on the second ballot unless Johnson is a strong nominee. The South may act early to curb Harriman’s bid. Annual Outdoor Meeting Sarah Zane Fire Co. Tonight 8 o'clock Grover Cooper Home Rt. 522 North. Meet at Fire Hall at 7.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Eisenhower
Adlai Stevenson
New York
Averell Harriman
Ives
Carlson
Kan
Sen. George
Georgia
Senate
Lyndon Johnson
Texas
Stevenson
Supreme Court
George
Tlinois
Sen
Sparkman
Dala
Harriman
Sarah Zane Fire CO
Grover Cooper
Rt. 522
North
Ike's Foreign Aid Cut 28 Percent by House Committee
The House Appropriations Committee voted to cut 1.406 billion from Eisenhower's 5 billion foreign aid request, a 28 percent reduction mainly in arms aid. The measure would set a new funding level of 3.666 billion, plus unspent prior funds totaling 6.87 billion, sustaining the program for two to three more years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ike
House
Washington
House Appropriations Committee
Eisenhower
U. S
Senate
Taxpayer Loser Warns Defense Squabbles Over Air Defense
The House Appropriations Committee urged the Defense Department to halt intra service squabbling over air defenses and requested an independent review of Tales and Nike missiles. It proposed $1.556 billion in new military construction funding, criticized the DISTANT Early Warning Line handling, and urged revert to cost efficient contracting after Navy cost plus contracts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
House Appropriations Committee
Defense Department
Air Force
Army
Navy Department
Navy
Congress
Long
Eisenhower
Sharp Electrical Storm Dumps More Rain on Area
Winchester and Frederick County saw another heavy rain last night as a sharp thunderstorm flooded roads and basements. The area received 1.56 inches near the Winchester Fruit Laboratory, contributing to a July total of 3.49 inches and nearing the July average.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winchester
Frederick County
Walter S. Hough
U. S. Rt. 50
Hayfield
Allen Stapleson
Government freezes critical steel items amid six day strike
The Commerce Department froze certain critical steel items to aid national defense as a six day steel strike continued. Federal mediators met with both sides and will study the issues, staying in touch with United Steelworkers and the steel industry early next week. The order remains in force until further notice and may be lifted in about two weeks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburgh
Washington
United Steelworkers
Federal Mediation Service
Commerce Department
USW
David J. McDonald
Weekend Specials and Local Pet Sale Listings
Weekend trip needs GEO. WASHINGTON GARAGE lists contact in Loudoun. Ward's Pastry Shop advertises fresh orange cakes. Puppies for sale are AKC registered with Pete Stipe at 9 East Piccadilly St Winchester Virginia. Stock and pets shown to approved buyers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Geo
Washington Garage
N. Loudoun
Ward's
Ak.c
Pete Stipe
East Piccadilly St
Winchester
Twining Signals U.S. Air Power Edges Soviets Now
General Nathan Twining told President Eisenhower in Gettysburg that the United States has superior airpower today and should stay ahead in the near term though the Soviets could close the gap by 1960 if the U.S. does not keep moving. He warned jet counts may be similar when counting all services and noted the trip to Russia was profitable with Soviet leaders expected to visit the United States.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Twining
Jackson
Russell D-Gai
Senate Armed Services Committee
Twirling
Russia
Russell
Gettysburg
Navy
Marine
Coast Guard
McCormac Estate Appraised At Over One Million
The late H B McCormac Jr president of the Virginia Woolen Co was killed in a Loudoun County auto crash last September 5 The estate valued at 1 046 616 43 was appraised this week in the Corporation Court clerk s will book The bulk comprises stocks from 40 companies Real estate plus bonds and other items are listed including specific parcels and property tied to Macsfield Handley Blvd Snow Hill Farm and U S Savings bonds with various ownership shares Proceeds from life insurance and bank balances are noted Continued on Page 2 Col 2
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. B. McCormac
McCormac
Virginia Woolen Co
Loudoun County
Tennyson Ave
S. Stewart St
MacCormac
Macsfield
Handley Blvd
Eligible voters rise in Virginia to 885000
The State Election Board reports Virginia has 885000 eligible voters, up from 828208 in April 1955. The 1956 figure covers all counties and cities except Prince William County, with potential total registrations reaching about 900000 by November 6.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richmond
Virginia
State Election Board
Old Dominion
Prince William
Federal aid to education bill killed in House vote
The House defeated a $1.6 billion five year federal school construction aid bill 224 to 194, amid blame games between Republicans and Democrats. Supporters touted a majority for the measure while opponents argued over state based allocation and segregation conditions. An amendment denying aid to noncompliant states passed 225 to 192, adding to the bill’s fate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
House
Eisenhower
Rep
Powell
DNY
Supreme Court
Legion Elects Grimes and Plans Cornerstone Laying
Conrad Hoover Post 21 American Legion last night elected Daniel T. Grimes as commander succeeding Ralph A. Cain. The group announced a Sunday 2 PM cornerstone laying for the new building on Route 7 east of town with Depart ment Commander Andrew Rennick of Roanoke to lead.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Conrad Hoover
American Legion
Kiwanis
Daniel T. Grimes
Grimes
Ralph A. Cain
Andrew Rennick
Roanoke
Route 7
Lions Shelter
Mr. Grimes
Frederick M. Donica
Eli A. Garber
Ozias D. Ritter
Lawrence M. Bell
Cassell Biggs
Roy B. Wickes, Jr
Charles A. Dorton, Jr
Upton L. Snider
Cecil Painter
J. Clayton Cochran, Jr
John F Hoover
Edward G. Shanholtz
Melvin J. Patton
Delbert E Sibert
L. M. Castleman
Post 21
Commander Cain
Millard Lewis
Market Street
New Union Proposal Considered in 54 Day Strike at O Sullivan
Management of the O Sullivan Rubber Corp weighs a new union proposal amid a 54 day old strike by production workers. The pact requests a two year contract with a pay talks reopening at year one end and a seven cent hourly raise plus seven holidays. Union officials say they may meet again next week while a Tuesday session depends on management. The union had trimmed initial demands from 15 cents to 7 cents since May 12.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
O'Sullivan’ Rubber Corporation
Swartz
Labor
Carl Swartz
Rubber Workers Union
O’sullivan Board of Directors
Kidnaper Eludes Police Trap In Long Island Case
In Westbury New York Morris Weinberger father of Peter Weinberger month old abducted child received a call from a kidnapper seeking ransom. Police had set traps with fake bundles but no one appeared. The family public appeals and a note with the infant's ransom formula frame the ongoing drama as authorities press for the baby’s safe return.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Westbury
N. Y
Peter Weinberger
Morris Weinberger
Weinberger
Long Island
New York City
Beatrice Weinberger
Freeport
Tam
Lightning Triggers Triple Area Fires Including Home Blaze
Last night three fires were reported in the area with two caused by lightning. Roy C. Richard of Route 600 near Rosenberger said a lightning strike hit a transformer and wired into his home, shutting off lights and phone and burning the switch box and porch. He estimated damage around 1000 dollars. Arm strongs at 15 S. Washington St. saw a short circuit in an electric dish washer cause a minor blaze. Step hens City Fire Company responded to Sidnor MacDonald’s home on the Middle Road where a lightning surge burned a meter box. No further damage reported.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roy C. Richard
Route 600
Rosenberger
Richards
Richard
Frank Armstrong
S. Washington St
South End
Sarah Zane
Reuss
Stephens City Fire Company
Sidnor MacDonald
Middle Road
W. E. Kingree
U S Opens Fiscal Year With 272 Billion Dollar Debt
The Treasury reports a national debt of 272 750 813 649 at the start of the new fiscal year, down from July 1 1955 and equaling about 1623 per person. Congress approved 278 billion for the year while the permanent limit is 275 billion. A budget surplus is expected to ease needs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Treasury Department
Congress
Glider Close-Out at Schewel Furniture
Summer sale announced for aluminum gliders regular 69.95 now 49.95 at Schewel Furniture Company. Local shoppers urged to visit showrooms as pricing emphasizes value on outdoor seating.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Schewel Furniture CO
Weather summary and local notices for Middletown area
Cloudy with scattered showers tonight and again later in the period. Temperatures near normal with a gradual warm up by Tuesday and Wednesday. Showers southeast likely, total rainfall around a trace to 1 inch. Friday through Sunday show a mix of sun and clouds with summer humidity. Community events include a chicken barbecue supper on Saturday and a cherry picking week advertised by L. O. Dick Estate Clearbrook.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Virginia
Also Mentioned on This Page
Lves
VFW
Marvin Miller
Cedar Creek
Defense Dept
Nike
Elmore Norris
Northern Virginia Power Co
Kent St
Hagerstown
Norris
U.S. Rt
Senseng
Robert E. Heltzel
C & P Telephone Co
U.S
Nathan F. Twining
Soviet
Shenandoah Valley National Bank
Automotive Trade Association of Virginia
Maryland
Rep. McCormack
Massachusetts
Democratic House
Republican Party
Rep. Halleck
Indiana
GOP
Halleck
Legion
O'Sullivan
E. W. Barr
Charles Nichols
Rouss Fire CO
Lion’s Shelter
John Hawse
Buzzella’s Shop
Grange Lot
Middletown Grange
Montmorency Cherries
L. O. Dick
Clearbrook
Whitacre Community Building
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!