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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Apr 07, 1947
Page
4
The April 7 1947 issue of a Frederick Maryland newspaper provides standard daily reporting. It lists circulation details and postal information while noting the press name Great Southern Pig & Mfg Co and auditing associations.
Raymond Fosdick in his Rockefeller Foundation report argues war has drained scientific knowledge and trained manpower. He cites gaps in medicine and science fields, calling for private philanthropy to fund scholars, ethics, biology, physics, and human relations research for the next generation.
A reader argues that The News reports confirm truths and critiques recent bridge work near Sandy Oak. The letter describes sand and gravel hauling for culverts and a widening road from the Virginia side toward West Virginia, noting heavy earthmoving and graded approaches, and mentions progress toward a hard surface road connecting to Richmond.
The report notes Leaders Easter Service with the president announcing a surprise Sunday event in the class next Sunday. It mentions Demaret winning in Georgia on April 6 with Jim achieving a one-order par in the golf tournament.
A Washington dispatch argues President Truman and the Democratic Party risk public blame over proposed laws to regulate interstate transportation and communications costs. It discusses arbitration, no strike laws, and the need for federal action to stabilize railroads and telephone rates amid looming intergovernmental friction.
Pfc Bowyer B Fout Jr 21 son of Bowyer B Fout Sr Freder Md completed parachute training at Eleventh Airborne Division Para chute Training School and becomes eligible to wear paratrooper wings and boots. He serves in the 472nd Glider Field Artillery Battalion.
From the April 7 1897 column: delegates appointed for the State Firemen’s convention in Annapolis include Dr Lloyd T MacGill Jr Senator Frank C Norwood Glenn H Worthington Hiram R Heck and John Wilson. Local election in Middletown produced a Citizens ticket win and renomination of current officers. An unknown man attempted to enter Mrs Funk’s Bentz street residence but was deterred by an alarm. Mac Phocbus aided the defender. Local logic notes a forthcoming baseball season described as “geaset iegerien.”
A plan for cooperative effort is noted with Aldermen and Forester at a meeting. Brick priorities include paving and sewer work. The Mayors and Aldermen consider operating funds for a bathhouse and swimming pool, with discussions of shared services and community improvements.
Dear Dorothy Dix advises patience and kindness with mothers in law. A reader recalls moving into her husband's parents home due to poverty and credits the family with care and welcome, urging appreciation rather than control while noting shared burdens and adjusting rules.
A Senate report on a Veterans Administration hospital's care sparked charges of mistreatment and a public scare. Officials found overall medical care generally good, but warned of psychiatrist shortages and personality clashes between staff leaders. A board of private psychiatrists explored the issues and reported findings.
Washington notes show Townsend planners eyeing a last week June meeting in the capital. Eighty year old Dr. F. E. Townsend, founder of the movement, hopes to attend. A convention day would focus on lobbies as fifty congressmen back the new Townsend Plan.
Mr and Mrs Eli Nicodemus of New Windsor welcome a nine pound daughter Hilda Irene born March 30 at their home. Teets include Easter weekend visits by the Stull and Reed families, pastors and gatherings in Middletown and Harrisburg. Numerous relocations and engagements are noted among residents, with new homes, addresses, and family events across the region.
An obituary notes the death of Harry T. Purdum at his Pikesville residence. The record lists his age as 63 and references his ties to Montgomery County and local institutions, including a bank and post office role.
A severely damaged aircraft was located off a road after a crash. Police report says the victim is an FCC attorney identified as Sergeant J. M. Johnoyn, found beside the wreckage with two youths witnessing the scene. Further details on the location and cause remain unclear.
The bill would appoint the county commissioners as licensing authority for slot machines, raising duties to issue licenses and audit revenues. Officials doubt the board wants the job, noting the act to take effect in June with penalties for exceeding licenses and possible higher revenue than projected.
Miss June Virginia Foster of Brunswick, bride to Robert Douglas Mohler, was guest of honor at several showers in recent weeks. A Friday March 22 adding shower at the Hawes home featured pink and white décor and gifts. A prior personal shower at the Foster home was hosted by family members and sorority sisters with attendants and co hosts listed.
Mr and Mrs Vernon T Price announce Bet ty Mae Price to Connie Mack Cannon. Preston Darner announces Margaret C Darner to John Wesson. The couples wed at St Pauls Lutheran church with Rev Morris G Zamorun officiating. The ceremonies featured a powder blue dress and red rose accents. The brides reside with families as plans proceed and the couples await post wedding life.
The Tease Keller service station changes hands as Charlie Keller is away on leave. C Ernest Keller previously ran the station, and Russell Ver and Grayson Ho May now operate it during his absence.
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