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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Apr 19, 1947
Page
4
The Saturday April 19 1947 issue of The News from Fredericksburg Maryland contains a brief front description noting an established publication since 1883, daily afternoon schedule, wartime pricing and circulation details, and an imprint about postal entry and audit membership.
A fragmented note urges swift action as citizens seek more evidence on a national issue. The item lists several names and addresses at a local gathering, celebrating birthdays and presenting cakes from officers as part of a community event.
Fifty Years Ago local notes from the Columns Of The News dated April 19, 1897 recount Easter Sunday activities. It mentions a church congregation meeting at the Evangelical and Reformed church, with plans to organize an annual collection to aid a pastor. Flora Standiford is listed among others in a company introduced in the notice.
Archive note dated April 19, 1920 recounts a large gathering at Frederick with about 100 representatives of state lodges of the I O O F. Attendees toured buildings and rooms, marking a significant event in the old column.
The article discusses the U S House debate over labor relations legislation, critiquing the Wagner Act legacy of federal oversight via the Labor Board. It argues the bill seeks to correct inequities, limit monopolistic labor practices, and address conflicts between individual liberty and collective bargaining within a framed political context. It notes partisan splits and concerns over “unfair labor practices” and the role of state versus federal power.
Samuel Waters lifelong Frederick resident died at 2 West Second Street this morning from a heart attack. He was 85, born in Frederick, longtime employee of the Frederick County Farmers Exchange, Evangelical Lutheran Church member. Survived by two children, two grandchildren, several relatives. services scheduled Sunday afternoon at 3:30 in a Methodist church with burial in Mount Carmel Cemetery. Funeral directors are Cline and Son and Ray W. Barer.
Funeral services for George Henry Mackenzie who died Friday morning on Hamilton avenue will be held Monday at 845 from the funeral home 166 East Church street with mass at St Johns Catholic Church at nine o’clock Interment in Olivet cemetery Cline and Son funeral directors. Funeral services for Mrs Walter Nevins were held from All Saints at 11 o'clock today with Rector Samuel S Johnston officiating An unusual number of floral emblems were presented Casket bearers listed Interment in Frederick Memorial Part Cline and Son funeral directors.
The piece notes whiteApril blossoms, restoration of faith, and community efforts including airport planning by Airports Inc. and roads projects. It references daylight saving timing confusion, bills signed by Governor Lane, jury awards, hospital fundraising for the Twenty-ninth Division Wing, and various local events from colleges to civic clubs.
Fragmentary notes report residents receiving hospital treatment returning home and family visits. Mentions Mr George Bowlus and Mrs Harvey Len near Liberthown with health events in Frederick and Marietta Georgia, plus others noted as visiting or recovering.
Mrs Marie D Young and Mrs Hilda Croghan represent Frederick Zonta Club at District DI Zonta International convention opening at Lord Baltimore hotel Baltimore. Mrs Croghan to present affirmative on classification banquets feature Dr Esther J Crooks of Goucher College on A United World. Also mentions Detroit trip plans for Maryland Federation of Music Clubs leaders and various local social notices including births and club farewells.
The Leaders Bible Class of Calvary Methodist church sponsored a dinner titled 200 Fathers And Sons At Leaders Class Dinner. Dr. J. F. Haas gave the invocation. A program of entertainment followed with remarks from C. Albert and Dr. Haas. The Lions Club male quartet sang several Negro spirituals.
The Hood College concert featured Brodbeck and Hail with the choir under Miss Anna Marie Budde and the orchestra conducted by Miss Martha Ret. An organ solo and the program included descriptions of a tunnel organ feature.
Announcements describe the marriages of Elva N. Kline and Fred J. Crawford with a March 28 ceremony officiated by Rev. Paul E. Holderas of Hagerstown. Details cover attire, corsages, reception plans, and graduates and service backgrounds. A second notice reports the Clift Ford wedding of Geraldine B. Ford to Ray J. Clift with aqua attire, American beauty roses, and a reception, followed by a brief wedding trip.
Erick was elected president of First District at a meeting attended by nearly a hundred women on April 16 at Westminster. Schildknecht, with long service in circuit work, will serve a three year term along with other officers. Cam Ray of the General Feder al Clubs appeared at the meeting. List of attendees includes Mrs James Donnan, Mrs Aigive, Mrs F B Langton, Mrs Henry Davis, Mrs George B Hoke, Miss Alice Ramsburg, Mrs Elmer E Dixon, Mrs William Crothers, Mrs James Albin, Mrs Truman Lippy, Mrs Robert Doty, Mrs Emma Freseh, Mrs Charles Ritter, Mrs Harper Rankin, Mrs John M Culler, and Mrs John S Adams.
A bridge note reports a bidding issue after a cue bid drew controversy at the table. Players debate whether the response fulfilled bidding rules or created confusion for the partnership.
William E. McKenney reports a heated debate over Wests cue bid of two clubs in a bridge hand. Experts split between two diamonds and three diamonds, with many arguing a three diamond bid signals a stronger suit for East and leads to a four diamonds contract. Ballenger Grange met Friday evening in the community hall with officers presiding. A Glee Club meeting is set for April 22 with Mrs Simms as director. Clarence Carty spoke to Hood College home economics students on decorating and color, stressing practical and artistic aspects. Geiser 47, son of Dans, is set to receive honors at 6 p m in Alumnae Hall room 35.
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