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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Apr 13, 1946
Page
2
A 1946 masthead asserts no publication of opinion without real name and promises corrections for any erroneous reflections. It also marks a Tosger ick Md post as second class matter and notes the issue date Saturday April 13, 1946.
A London dispatch reports Sir Stafford Cripps proposing that nations study happiness and comfort. He argues wealth spent on war debts and arms should fund homes, education, and labor saving devices. The United States is praised for progress in creating such comforts through industry and personal effort, while noting personal conflicts and misbehavior can still cause unhappiness.
Court records show transfers of properties valued around ten dollars between named spouses in county records. Marriage licenses list Norman Gaiser and Mary Stinson from Emmitsburg, plus William Gibson and Gloria Weedon, and Francis Lambert with Mildred Coffman, with ages and locations listed.
Local Draft Board One discharged Elmer Heerd of 3 Monroe Street after an honorable military discharge. Two other county residents, Calvin Walter Federene of Lewistown and Jesse Sylve Phelps of Frederick, were also demobilized through Draft Board TI on Thursday and Friday. Barbara Hutton, Woolworth heiress, announced she will not remarry and will finalize her divorce from Cary Grant in August. Lane Reventory reports Frank Ecker visiting his mother in Thurmont, with plans for his mother to travel to Westminster for about three months.
A speculative Washington column compares alternate postwar paths if Franklin D Roosevelt had lived. It argues he would have kept wage and price controls longer, driven reconversion, and managed labor and unions differently, potentially altering inflation, military demobilization, and U.N. cooperation while praising Truman's current record.
Fr McLroy Council No TU of Frederick honored Rev Fr William H S Reaney, U S Navy chaplain in Baltimore, recently returned from foreign waters. Banquet at Carylin House recalled Fr Reaney’s prior tenure at St Peters Liberty. Mrs Tom Thumb and Company to perform at City Opera House with a parade by a little carriage and ponies. Belles Lettres debate at Soys High School favored the negative on abolishing tree planting by pupils. A reception tonight for Rev W L McKenney new Methodist pastor with program and refreshments. Over 200 delegates attend the Jr O O OF state meeting in Junior Hall with a grand parade planned.
Fire of unknown origin threatened Lewis Simmons stable on North Market street. Officer Salter spotted flames, alerted the Junior Fire Company, which fought the blaze with chemicals after stubborn resistance. Approximate arrivals marked the 142nd Baltimore Conference session in Calvary Church Frederick. Notable attendees included Dr. Edward P. Thomas Emory B. Shipley Michael Pastaro Harry Gilbert and Frank Garrett. Walter Johnson pitched a 15 inning 1-0 win over the Athletics.
A reflective piece asks whether blessings come from past or present effort and urges readers to act when duties call. It challenges complacency and urges responsibility for one’s share of common good through personal choices and effort.
The Q and A session covers alcohol spending in 1945 versus 1944, total expenditures of 7.8 billion dollars and 56 dollars per person, with Commerce Department figures. It notes Gustaf Vasa as founder of modern Sweden, Europe feeding needs, and shifts in livestock, plus US population gender balance and postwar AAF strength.
The article advises arranging earlier baby sitter times to cover last minute child care hitches and reduce dinner delays. It notes Mr and Mrs Willie Wolfe of Myersville congratulated on their daughter born at Frederick City Hospital last Saturday.
Saturday column recalls Palm Sunday, spring scenes, and local events. Frederick residents reflect on world affairs, veterans housing, court actions, and community notices while noting upcoming drives, parades, and cultural events.
The piece argues the United States must be prepared for future wars, focusing on Arctic routes as potential battle grounds. It highlights Alaska’s strategic importance, early warning systems, interceptor weapons, and a strong counter offensive to deter aggressors.
The third minister in 110 years to resign, after nearly 36 years of service as beloved pastor, tears moved the congregation who felt the strong bond of affection will keep him forever in their hearts despite the farewell and honor accorded him.
A collage of historical anniversaries and birthdays with Thomas Jefferson, Eli Terry, James Harper, Frank Woolworth, and Richard Ely among others. Highlights include the founding of the first fire insurance company in 1752, the 1818 flag design, and mid-20th century milestones from the Supreme Court to Allied actions in World War II. Also notes birthdays of Baxer, Murphy, Stasen, Denfeld, Davis, and others, plus a horoscope urging cautious paths and avoidance of envy.
The column argues humans inhabit two worlds, one earthly and one divine, contrasting secular emphasis with belief in an afterlife. It cites Thoreau’s “one world at a time” idea against the view of dual realities and references a moral struggle between worldly focus and spiritual breadth. Mrs. R. E. Carlson of Short Hills, N. J., visits her aunt Miss M. Louise Johnson in East Second Street.
Dorothy Dix argues courts recognize a husband’s right to one night weekly away but notes wives also crave freedom. She suggests swapping nights off to ease domestic strain, reduce quarrels, and refresh couples, proposing mutual evenings apart to renew interest and balance home life.
A literacy snippet notes daily vocabulary growth with the word amenable defined as readily yielded. It cites Miss Virginia Dave Barnes of Winfield entering the University of Maryland Training School for Nurses in Baltimore on April 1.
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