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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Apr 13, 1948
Page
4
Dorothy Dix argues common sense is rare yet essential. She cites quarrels in marriages and misbehaving children, urging temper, soft words, obedience, honesty, and self control. She says health relies on moderation and activity, not pills, and suggests many woes could be eased by simply using common sense.
The White House orders a 30 day freeze on all surplus war plant sales to reexamine facilities still government owned. Those clearly spare will be sold while those potentially needed will be retained, a cautious approach praised by Rep Johnson of Texas. The taxpayer has paid heavily for these facilities and should not dispose of them at a loss if a remote possibility of future need exists.
Lufburrow notes rewards for traits like determination and generosity. Cyril Mee, former Harrisonburg manager, has resigned to focus on business interests including the Appleway tourist court on Route 11, south of Winchester, Virginia.
A digest of 1898 events includes Dr John Zimmerman traveling to Washington to hear McKinley’s message, the Key Monument Association planning site selection with Mt Olive Cemetery ties, nurseryman Josiah Ramsburg noting little frost damage, Mrs Crum’s illness at Woman’s College prompting Mr Hart Mercersburg to take charge, and Mayoral candidates Yeakle and Chilton campaigning amid forecasts of a close race.
The National Chamber of Commerce reports Maryland county rankings for 1928 marriage licenses eighth and divorces fourth. A Washington prep school youth arrested for disorderly conduct after a coconut prank near J Clarke Devilbiss Co on Third Street. Hail yesterday clipped plum blossoms but peach prospects remain strong. A notice from Balboa Panama Canal Zone informs parents of Lieut Richard P. Ross USMC who sailed with Marines bound for Nicaragua.
Dr William J Sullivan, chief of surgery at the Central VA office in Washington, will lead the Davis Park Veterans Hospital nearing completion. VA sources say he will manage the facility, expected to finish about June 1. He is a World War II veteran with service in the Solomons Okinawa and Korea. He studied at St Louis University Medical School. He is the son of Mr and Mrs George C Emmitsburg.
An equity petition reports a compromise over which items on the Ed ward M. McClain farm in New Market district remain the property of the farm. Attorneys Bow and Burrall argue whether fixtures in a pit like a pump and compressor tank stay with the land. Judge Schnauffer will decide if the articles are fixtures and if an injunction to prevent removal should stand. A birthday dinner for Mrs. Ray mond Parker Free Jr was hosted by Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Michael of Doubs with several relatives present.
Secretary Forrestal faced sharp questions from Senator Morse about universal military training and the draft. Senators urged a limited draft and tighter coordination of armed forces, noting public backlash to military pressure.
A religious reflection on prayer urging constant spiritual posture toward God. The piece contrasts persistent prayer with daily living and underscores reliance on God's sovereignty in all circumstances. It cites Jesus urging continual prayer and ends with a brief list of names.
Washington reports that the United States Army distributed tales praising labor unions and their methods to commanders for informing personnel. Critics say the material glosses over abuses, omits mass picketing or violence, and serves as targeted propaganda amid a coal and steel shortage era and push for universal military training.
Dr Jordan explains the nurse role in infectious disease control through isolation and disinfection. Nurses assist in schools and rural areas, help with immunizations, nutrition advice, and emergency care, plus answer common questions in the column.
A social note describes choosing the blue plate special for lunch. The scene emphasizes accepting the listed vegetable rather than asking for a substitution to avoid embarrassing the companion.
Gray, after three months as head of the Veterans Administration, shifts from Bradley era limits on veterans groups to engage with the Legion and VFW. He rejects pressuring Congress for funds and refuses to act as landlord over veteran housing, while courting improved relations with veterans groups and resisting outside influence.
Lesson notes explain pronunciation and common confusions between amenable and confidant. It highlights usage example showing it means readily yielded or compliant and offers a daily habit to learn one word.
Secretary of Defense Forrestal testifies to the House Armed Services Committee urging immediate draft legislation and a universal military training law to build a large trained pool for emergency military use. He warns the draft would continue without UCMT and discusses U N peace hopes versus the reality of a strong military potential backing diplomacy. SPRING COMES OVER CATOCTIN following with a Bentztown Bard poem.
A Major Thomas M. Nial column reports two nationwide surveys on veterans benefits. One by Gold Star Mothers asks how many war widows and children would use GI Bill education and home loan provisions. the other by Disabled American Veterans questions public views on veteran support and automatic benefit assumptions. results indicate broad interest in extending education, with 100000 children projected for college costs up to 350 million dollars 1948 to 1965.
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