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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Apr 23, 1948
Page
3
City officials announce the rat eradication effort near East South Street is concluded after three days of intensive treatment. A large catch of dead rats was reported and police continue nightly checks as the threat recedes, with fears of a recurrence noted by the Aldermen.
Official circles Thursday reported the rat problem greatly reduced with indications that most have been exterminated. A watch will continue to prevent recurrence and households are urged to segregate trash. Burnable waste is incinerated at the disposal plant while non-burnable refuse goes to the dump.
A ten day rat war incited by poisoned bait raises questions on expense and the use of municipal expert Herman Daley, nicknamed the Pied Piper, as officials tally final bait and service costs. Pope Pius XVI hailed the Italian election as a victory against Communism restoring European confidence. A grass fire near East Church Street prompted a quick response by Independent and United rescue teams.
Baltimore April 22 Farmer H Y Thompson markets a calf claimed to be sired by a deer after observing deer-like features. Veterinarians say science cannot confirm such mating, yet the Aberdeen Angus calf displays deer shaped head, mottled hide, long thin body, and weighs around 580 pounds, prompting puzzled stockyard scrutiny.
A farmer recounts a Department of Agriculture vet remarks and alleges a large buck deer has mingled with his herd in Maryland. He claims no other animals were in the field besides Angus bulls and the buck, casting doubt on scientific explanations.
Thompson who has raised cattle 50 years recalls the calf born a year ago looked like a fawn with white spots and delicate bones. The heifer is sold to a packing company leaving science little chance to argue the point.
The News reports the Sons of Veterans of United States wars invite all veterans to a formation meeting at 3:30 p.m. Monday at the Legion Home East Church Street Frederick Maryland. Organizers Alton Shaff Thomas Tiny and John H. Conrad lead the effort as a Soap Box Derby film is shown and entry plans discussed.
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