Guide to Reader Letters and Publication Policy
This item states editorial policy from Frederick Maryland in 1943. It notes that opinions or commentaries will be published only with the writer’s real name and that the newspaper will correct errors upon notification. It is printed as a policy notice dated Tuesday April 27, 1943.
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New York City Faces Economic Decline warns commission
Governor Dewey's appointed commission reports New York City is losing trade due to taxation high assessments and a stock transfer tax. Wages deter new industries and output of women's wear declines as production shifts to other centers. It urges prompt measures to develop business and employment to prevent further loss.
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New York
New York City
Shawn Gowriche
Commission
Air power in World War II war effort outlined
The piece explains early air power potential, noting bombing as a valuable prelude but not decisive. It cites General Ludendorff and General Stilwell on air versus ground roles, describes sustained raids on Essen Stuttgart Berlin Kiel Cologne Naples and impact on Axis factory output, and asserts ground troops must seize and hold objectives toward Berlin.
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Minister Deplores Way Good Friday Was Observed
A letter asks if last Friday was truly Good Friday, lamenting open stores and holiday commerce. The writer argues holy days deserve commemoration and criticizes secular observance in a worldly, retail-focused landscape.
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Coal Parley in Washington Ends in Stubborn Stalemate
Washington April 27 The United Mine Workers led by John L. Lewis and operators face a protracted stalemate as requests for wage raises collide with resistance from both sides and government pressure. U S Steel representatives broaden the dispute, complicating efforts to avoid a potential coal strike.
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John L. Lewis
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Faith and patriotism mix in a Good Friday plea
A reader urges placing Good Friday as a national Christian holiday, arguing Christ’s sacrifice surpasses other remembrances and urging Christians to attend church. The letter contrasts secular and religious observances and laments low church attendance.
Q and A on wartime labor availability
In a Q and A format the article states an estimated over 10 million women are not employed in defense industries and may be available for war work. It also notes this topic appears frequently in reports and editorials of the period.
Public Fight at Brunswick Bar Sparks Minor Injuries
At a Brunswick saloon Friday a disorderly crowd was ordered out after throwing stones. A barkeeper struck a man who struck another, causing a minor shoulder injury. No arrests were reported.
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Fire destroys home near city on Baltimore pike
Early this morning a fire of undetermined origin totally destroyed the home of John T. Staley located about two and a half miles east of the city on the Baltimore pike. The blaze spread rapidly, leaving few clothing or furniture items saved.
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City Opera House
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War and Katyn Graves Obscure Polish Freedom Hopes
The piece discusses Soviet German propaganda, Katyn graves claims, and the Polish question after the war. It notes Molotov's note blaming Germany for executions and argues postwar borders in Eastern Europe will affect Poland, Russia, and Ukraine within the Atlantic Charter framework.
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Moscow
Poland
Germany
Katyn
Smolensk
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Russia
Ukraine
Lithuania
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Europe
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Strength For Today By Earl L Douglass D D
A fire destroys a beautiful building after firefighters struggle with inadequate water pressure. The piece analogizes military readiness to daily training and discipline, urging preparedness for decisive moments and the costs of retirement.
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D. D
Cooyr
Gai Babsan
Bible Thought and Shakespeare Quotation Collection
A compact collection of verses and lines cites Daniel 6 27 and a Shakespearean note that stones move and trees speak. The two quotes blend biblical deliverance with natural marvels from classical drama.
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Earth
Daniel
Labor Leader Lewis Defies Roosevelt in War Time Walkouts
Washington April 27 President Roosevelt faces a potent challenge from John L. Lewis as thousands of miners walk off the job disrupting coal production during war. UMW leadership publicly claims no order but supports perceived spontaneous action while fearing government seizure of union files and dues if strikes continue.
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St Ut
National War Labor Board
Lewis
WLA
Washington
Roosevelt
John L. Lewis
United States
Pearl Harbor
Review of Sinclair Lewis Gideon Planish and Other Works
The weekly book review praises Sinclair Lewis new Gideon Planish as a sharp satirical chronicle of ambitious figures and funded causes with strong character sketches. It also covers Craig Rising Having Wonderful Crime and summarizes Malone Justus Helene puzzle solving with engaging, vivid descriptions.
Reading Downes and Montmorency Books Mixed in Reader Reviews
Readers are urged to explore P G Downes Sleeping Island and Alec De Montmorency s The Enigma of Admiral Darlan through a lively critique. The piece highlights Downes as an escapist schoolteacher turned traveler and notes the book s charm for would be explorers. It also surveys Darlan s controversial career and the human portrait offered by Montmorency, suggesting the work deepens France understanding. The rest shifts to medical discussion of coated tongues, causes, and dietary influences, stressing that coating often reflects mouth conditions rather than illness and can be managed by hygiene and fluids.
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Arctic
Canada
Reading
P. G. Downes
Linpinesti
Downes
United States
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Jean Darlan
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Dutton
Montmorency
France
Tongue Coated No Cause for Alarm Says Medical Note
The article argues coated tongues mislead public opinion and doctors, noting tongue appearance rarely guides diagnosis and that most of the tongue's surface has little bearing on health.
Weather Summary for April Precipitation Update
The report shows 24 hour precipitation none. April to date totals 3.78 inches, above normal 3.39 inches. Deficiency in 193 precipitation to April 1 is 1.32 inches. Yesterday high 73, low 42. Yesterday’s high compared to a year ago 82 and 46 respectively. Sunset today 7.58 p.m. Sunrise tomorrow 6.17 a.m.
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