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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Apr 11, 1938
Page
2
Notices from The Daily News Frederick Maryland ask readers to report errors for correction. It lists publication practices, newsroom rules, and require full author name for letters or opinion pieces. It notes post office entry and second class matter status.
Monday April 12 1938 Frederick County honors Dr John D Nicodemus a long time physician and notable Walkersville leader. He served in the House of Delegates and actively campaigned against alcohol while backing agricultural interests and tariff reforms. He remained mentally sharp with advancing age and was a staunch observer of public questions.
An editorial cautions against new government spending to restore confidence, arguing it would worsen the federal debt and crowd out private capital. It cites the Treasury opposition, warns of inflationary flurries, and recalls the President’s warning that government spends beyond income endangers the nation.
The writer surveys a proposed 2.5 billion spending package and a 9 billion bond plan, cautioning on debt and political pork. He tallies current costs including Army and Navy bills, cites Pennsylvanian programs, and questions long term fiscal impact for Mr John Q Public. Washington notes, dated April 9, reflect economic skepticism and concern for future obligations.
Fifty and twenty years ago today in Frederick local items note Mechanicstown election results with Mayor J H Cover and four commissioners. Frederick Savings Institution names eight directors. A new cigar factory and restaurant open beside Mt Airy drug store by T S Hammond of Liberty.
The News reports strong sentiment from Liberty Loan workers in Frederick County with a county quota of 1,377,300, the heaviest in the state, and War Savings Stamps sales aimed at 1,054,240. Local bills signed by Governor Harrington include Middletown charter, Brunswick water works bond, Thurmont charter amendments, Buckerstown drainage area, Waterford issue at Myer sville, and road and turnpike takings near Burkitsville, Frederick, and Woodsboro. Methodist Protestant appointments list pastors for Buckeystown, New Market, Liberty, Kemptown, Sharptown, and Snow Hill. Alfred G. Zimmerman, a local market gardener, wins two magazine gardening clue prizes.
The piece argues that true liberty comes from within guided by God rather than worldly freedom. It contrasts inner spiritual liberty with external action, citing Paul Bunyan Knox as freed in spirit while worldly seekers remain enslaved. It asserts freedom arises when the will aligns with God's will, not personal desire.
Trinity Southern Methodist Church extends the revival with nightly services except Saturday. Rev W Y Gover delivers Sunday morning about Christ's entry into Jerusalem and roads to Sodom. evening focuses on the junior group. Bible class attendance rises to 98 Reds and 2 visitors, offering $9.72. Total school attendance 631, collection $49.27. Rev Dr Meeks preaches morning on The Triumphal Entry and evening Are the Ten Commandments Modern. Services also scheduled Wednesday to Friday evenings. Marvin Speck to join Cornell University biology department after Maryland postgrad teaching. He is a Middletown High School and University of Maryland graduate.
Fred Breccaman, National Grange representative, will address a public Braddock Grange meeting tomorrow at 7 30 in the grange hall. The program includes other speakers and centers on the topic The New Farm Bill. March 1939 marks the centennial of express service in the United States.
An afternoon ceremony at St Pauls Evangelical Lutheran Funkstown united Bliss Mary Rohrer and George Arthur Stiles. Rohrer of Hagerstown wore crepe gaundy powder blue. Stiles is a Rockville dairy farmer. Guests included Miss Alice Rohrer as maid and Robert Styles as best man. couple to reside in Rockville after a short wedding trip.
Evelyn Young of near Jefferson wed Melvin W. Ambrose of Jefferson in a candlelit ceremony at the bride’s parents home. Rev. H. C. Erdman officiated. The bride wore dark blue with lilies. sister Gladys Young attended. After a New York trip, the couple will live in Jefferson.
A series of society notes report several weddings and engagements. Yinger of 240 West Patrick street Frederick wed at Saints rectory with Rev. Malcolm S. Taylor officiating. Brides wore copper and orange. couple plans home at 256 West Patrick Street. Also Miss Margaret St. Sigler married Alvey H. Zittle at Luthergin parsonage Middletown. only witness was Mrs Brake. Engagement announced for Theresa McCormick Worthington Worthington of Bel Air to George Cuthbert Peverly of Mechanicsville. June wedding planned. Katherine Forsythe Forsythe of Oakland Farms to Middleton Pope Barrow of Savannah set for June 4. Freece Johnson H Buczie and Marjorie G. Johnson unite in marriage at Lewistown parsonage.
Reno H Simmons and Eleanor P Hahn both of Frederick were married April 2 in the parsonage of Parkway Church of God by Rev. W T Jackson. Ira Buttorff Jr and B Louise Snyder both of New Cumberland were married Saturday in the Parkway Church of God by Rev. W T Jackson.
The meditation urges readers to reflect during Easter on guiding Christian principles. It laments hatred and greed and suggests that wiser living could reduce wars, leading to a better state and fewer world woes.
Dr Morris Fisebely explains how blistering gases like mustard and Lewisite affect the skin eyes and lungs. Mustard gas causes redness burns and eye watering with risk of bronchopneumonia and long term lung issues. Lewisite contains arsenic and may pose future hazard though not used in WWI.
A playful puzzle lists five groups where one item does not fit. It asks which word in each set is out of place, touching on culinary terms, musical terms, poetry and prose forms, nautical parts, and fish or bird names, followed by a note on Holland’s tulip bulb industry since the 17th century.
A quirky etiquette quiz prescribes guest rules: do not impose meals, avoid monologues, and avoid monopolizing a fiancé. Guests should not expect meals from every call, should avoid disruptive behavior, and should not leave forgotten items or overdue tasks for hosts. Practical tips suggest proper greetings and considerate departure.
Today in history highlights notable events and anniversaries including the Historic Peace of Utrecht in 1713, the founding of the First Young Women's Christian Association in 1865, and Captain Jack’s Modoc War actions in 1872. Also listed are birthdays and deaths of figures such as Edward Everett, Pierce Mason Butler, Henry Ford, and John Weeks, with various biographical notes and dates.
An astrology note describes a steadfast sincere man who gains many friends by merit. It suggests a generous nature and active awareness of the world, noting travel may bring adventures though chances are uncertain. Potential copyright query remains unresolved.
Rev. Charles N. Frushour, longtime minister of the Grossnickle Church of the Brethren at Rear Ederton, plans retirement after 27 years of service. Born in 1665 and resident near Ellerton since 1873, he remains a well known Middletown area figure.
New York witness to a quiet social visit unfolds at the home of geographer and historian Hendrik van Loon. The narrative follows guests, a dachshund, and the tall, imposing figure of Van Loon as he monopolizes conversation before a dinner that signals the season’s dramatic pivot. The piece also notes Uta Hagen in Theatre Guild’s The Sea Gull and local street violinists highlighting spring music.
Daily lesson in English highlights common misuses and mispronunciations. Notes include tense corrections, eczema pronunciation, and how to spell jardiniere. It emphasizes vowels, synonyms, and expanding vocabulary with the daily word gullible and example sentences.
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