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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Apr 03, 1948
Page
4
Dorothy Dix argues that many domestic quarrels stem from unrealistic ideals and lack of compromise. Both spouses demand impossible traits, leading to frequent divorces. Accepting partners as they are could preserve peace, reduce heartache, and keep marriages intact. The piece emphasizes patience, restraint, and shared responsibility over idealized fantasies.
Secretary Symington told Congress that bombing Russia with existing B-29s might be possible using a new refueling tactic. He noted bases near Russia would be needed for effective long range raids and warned extreme-range attacks would yield few effective hits. He also cited peacetime aircraft strength and the high cost of maintaining robust readiness.
The spring offers a favorable time for planting trees to beat mid-summer heat. Past generations planted home grounds and streets beautifully, providing shade, beauty, and health benefits. Maintaining and expanding tree cover sustains the landscape, supports birds, and enhances community well being.
Twenty members attended the Mercyland Tract Homemakers Club meeting at Mrs. John Brady's home. President Mrs Virts Hartman presided. Art chairman Mrs Charles Flook reported on Girl With a Red Hat. A Czech family letter was read, the club adopted a £5 Red Cross gift, and a Fabrics in the Home demonstration followed by refreshments. Next meeting at Mrs Wm Ferrell's home on April 15.
The report records 24 hour precipitation at 8:20 am as trace. April to date shows 1.45 inches with normal April 3.35 inches. 1947 April readings reach 1.85 inches, excess to date 0.60 inch. Yesterday high 60, low 26, sun set 6.36 pm, sun rise 5.51 am, moon rise 3.36 am, moon set 1:53 pm.
Fifty years ago a major blaze in Frederick damaged Paul Hauser’s ice house on Broadway, used as a beer bottling plant, with firefighters called back for reopenings as new flames erupted. Dorsey Robinson, local Black baseball player, left Frederick to join the ex Cuban Giants of New York. MR Lewis W Mehrling named Republican candidate for Alderman after Lilly withdrew. Union Knitting Mills board elected directors: Lawenstein, Haller, Zimmerman, Getzendanner, Baumsartner. An Easter dance organized by Frederick’s young men set for April 2 in Junior Halls with chaperones listed.
From the April 5 1925 edition details include Frederick police census showing 362 more females than males with colored population about 10 percent of total. Mr and Mrs William Bleb Herz announce birth of a daughter at City Hospital. Wel King right handed pitcher signs with Hustlers for this year’s baseball race. Twelve contractors secure specs for steel and concrete bridge over Carroll Creek on Bentz Street.
Washington Daybook surveys Eisenhower and Vandenberg as 1948 presidential prospects. It notes Ike’s ambivalence, possible drafting, Marshall’s influence, and Vandenberg’s reluctance and diplomatic skill. It also assesses Soviet military capacity, supply challenges, and the timeline for Soviet atomic potential, with 1952 as the earliest bomb estimate.
Know America Todays anniversaries list Simon Kenton Washington Irving Charles Wilkes Edward Everett Hale John Burroughs Bigfoot Wallace and others with birth and death dates. Also today in history marks Pony Express launch and Hauptmann’s death. Birthdays include George Fore frontier figures and notable officials. Horoscope hints at an aggressive temperament bringing honors.
Washington discusses the risk of a Berlin showdown as Soviet pressure on Allied forces grows. Officials warn miscommunications could spark shooting without full war, risking a broader clash if Western planes delivering food are attacked. The US and allies insist on Berlin occupation rights and a firm response, while Russia tests Western readiness and public opinion.
The upcoming Frederick schedule lists Tivoli showings: Body and Soul with John Garfield and Lilli Palmer, Bambi in Technicolor, plus two gopher cartoons and Universal News. Opera House offers Western Heritage with Tim Holt, Heads to Rio with Bing Crosby and Bob Hope, plus Sea Hound chapters and Dr Jekyll and Mr Mouse cartoon. Other titles include California Firebrands with Monte Hale and two shorts, plus Tony Pastor band and Warner Pathe News.
Fragmentary text mentions no flyways shooting, Washington and zones, fall season routes, and four firw pps. It references Rocky Mountain and Secretary of the terror Jas, with a call for more studies on ducks.
A rare student recital sponsored by the College of Fine Arts in Broadbeck features piano organ violin and voice. The event, the sole general student recital of the second semester, showcased a varied program and highlighted emerging local talent.
The passage speaks of a decree of reward and an ultimate success pursued through repeated imbination and the frequent making and abandoning of plans, noting that the path to achievement often wanders through uncertainty and trial.
The Thurmont High School senior class staged Meet the Middletons at Thurmont town hall on Friday night, delivering a creditable production. Esther Maye Hammaker led as widow Middleton with Jeanne Portner as Aunt Cynthia stirring the plot. The cast included Bonnie Wastler, Edward Shock, A Natalie Colbert, D Rogerson, Gerald Harthagen, Ellen Stambaugh, Florence Rhodes, Mike Fitzgerald and more. Musical interludes by Sara Creeger and Jula Darnutti complemented the program.
Edwin P. Jordan outlines tuberculosis decline and vaccination gains. He notes early lung TB can be treated with rest and modern methods, mentions BCG vaccination revival and public health efforts to eliminate TB worldwide, while cautioning ongoing cases and questions.
A young doe was killed when a vehicle struck it at 11 30 Friday night on Route 15 near Catoctin Furnace. State Trooper Fuchard A Myers investigated and said the deer would be turned over to an institution.
The Cumberland Maryland Amvets Executive Committee heard an address by National Commander Edgar C. Corry. Attendees included Richard Beachier Middletown E Robert Bowlus Middletown Keller Middletown and Nicholas N. in this city State Public Relations Officer. Mr and Mrs Clifford Long Buckeystown hosted Easter dinner with guests Charles Lons Frederick Bud Cecil Myersville Patty Long Charles Long Jr Carol Burke Janice Bobby Katherine Cecil Ed Jones Sylvia Masser Mrs T Stuart Haller Rockwell Terrace.
The newly elected officers for Hood College student publications assumed duties this week and will lead until next April. Barbara Huntley Pitiston headed the college newspaper Rosel Hofber as manager Viola Pape as news editor Jane Brennen 49 Hastings on Hudson NY business manager Barbara Patterson 49 Rochester NY circulation Brennen Somerset Ann Brown 30 Lewis in charge of ion. The Herald editor in chief was Beryl Phizer 49 Mountain Lakes NJ Jean Wallwork 30 Montclair NJ exchange editor. Mildred Hittinger 49 Bethlehem PA is new business manager with Kathryn Conler 39 Crystal City MO advertising manager Sutliffe circulation manager. Touchstone staff led by Betty Lanahan 49 Laurel MD editor in chief Dana Silvis 49 Greensburg PA associate editor. Yearbook business staff will be managed by
The Rotary Ann Club of Brunswick held a luncheon meeting to discuss committee work and pledge service to clean pre schools clinics and to expand recreational facilities for youth. A name change was adopted and future sessions will be known as the Wheel.
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