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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1947
Page
4
An essay compares farming and childrearing, noting that corn crop care ends as harvest nears and that crops and children face future perils from drought windstorms and pests. It urges faith in strong stalks and nurtured seed for a good crop and growth. The piece reflects on human effort versus nature’s storms.
The piece muses on Mexico’s concern over synthetic gum bases and the US consumer’s indifferent habit of chewing. It notes varied chewing rhythms and motions, hints at psychological and chemical angles, and observes no standard procedure for chewing as Americans persist in their harmless, thoughtless habit.
A 25 year study of 41 400 children with IQs 130 plus by Dr Lewis Terman shows prodigies mature into healthy, capable adults. By 35 they are taller, healthier, with similar or better marriages and incomes averaging 4700 dollars. Many achieve notable careers with some listed in Who’s Who. Prodigies need not suffer social or professional penalties.
Dorothy Dix argues mothers who push their daughters into marriages face criticism yet try to aid outcomes. She says wise chaperoning and selective dating foster chances for good matches, while overbearing control drives suitors away and harms daughters prospects. The piece defends targeted parental effort as essential for secure, happy marriages.
Fifty years ago in Frederick area notes describe Edward Burras flying a kite 3 000 feet from the observatory, a lightning strike stunning Boone family, a rattlesnake seen in city streets, Braddock Heights water tank plans, a mountain spring pump project, and visiting journalist James Randall writing about the town.
Twenty years ago notes recount president Coolidge not seeking reelection in 1923. Frederick City Hospital annexes celebrated with ceremonies. Martinburg routed 11 to 3 thanks to Fredrick’s poor pitching and multiple errors. Hemsley had a big day for the Hustlers with a homer. Community picnic of Maryland State Dairymen’s Association drew 300 plus at Mt. Tabor Park in Rocky Ridge. Raymond A. Pearson of the University of Maryland delivered the principal address.
Saturday Chat reports a near fair season in Frederick with gala plans and refreshed spirits after rain. city officials picnic at Fishing Creek while discussions include a $5,000 library appropriation and airport bids. notable local events cover hospital fundraising, recreation expansion, church building, accidents and deaths, and shifts in county administration amid global war news.
The piece portrays Bill Goof as deeply unhappy with life, feeling cursed by misfortune and reverse breaks. It notes he never sings, speaks little, and complains of perpetual mistreatment and unmet desires, highlighting constant gloom and discontent.
Washington argues that UN diplomacy masks a broader struggle between US and Russia over influence in Europe. The piece traces postwar aims, from the Truman doctrine to the Marshall Plan, and warns that covert moves threaten peace without clear public diplomacy or disclosure of facts.
A set of trivia Q and A covering topics from early American automobiles to famous art, with facts on the Duryea Motor Wagon, cooperative banks, Ty Cobb, kapok stuffing, Mona Lisa’s hand, owl eye mobility, Oklahoma City’s 1889 settlement population, and the flag at the Battle of Cooch’s Bridge.
A compact glossary highlights common misuse and pronunciation tips for English learners. It covers audience contempt, mispronunciation of candidate, spelling of anonymous, and synonyms like gaze and glare, plus a daily word practice encouraging mastery and logical reasoning.
A hostess notes that when a religious discussion turns heated the right move is to steer away politely. If needed, end the debate by directing guests to a different topic or a hard pause at the table to prevent hurt feelings.
A short tale suggests that when attitudes are corrected troubles fade from sight. The narrator credits N. A. Lubburrow with the idea and hints at a didactic, reflective tone about personal change.
Kindness Week at municipal playgrounds opens Monday with animal kindness, two pet shows scheduled for children to exhibit pets. Prizes include best cared for pet. sponsorship by Frederick Civic Club and Junior Civic Club. Also, an all-playground track meet at Frederick High School next Friday at 12 30 p m, with trophy donated by B and P W Club and Elks Club for event winners.
Washington columnist recounts past 60 million jobs forecasts showing they were wrong. He traces origins to 1943 projections, notes subsequent bids by Roosevelt Wallace and others, and compares wartime predictions with postwar realities. He cites private and government estimates, then concludes full employment arrived without drastic programs.
Braddock Heights residents cheer two mongrel dogs named Mr. and Mrs. Bozo for their charm but face a license hurdle. The county edict requires a residence and the county treasurer cannot issue tags to dogs with no permanent home. Community efforts aim to place the pair in a home so they can obtain licenses.
A compact meditation on choosing faith over rival idols with biblical lines from I Kings and a quote about listening to a gentle voice. It contrasts public doubt with personal resolve, citing Emerson and Mme du Deffand to urge discernment and steady determination.
Christian independence is a core gospel teaching and the anti thesis of worldly self reliance. The article argues true independence comes from the law of love and Christ like forbearance, even when faced with injury or betrayal, and that this radical courage surpasses military fidelity. It contrasts genuine virtue with city bosses who manipulate power and corrupt justice, urging consistent moral standards.
The text explains paratyphoid fever similarities to typhoid, risks from unpasteurized milk and shellfish, and transmission by flies. Immunization lasts about two years. recovery may leave carriers. It notes that good nursing care is vital and outlines incubation, symptoms, and outcomes for outbreaks.
Damage estimated at 11500 occurred yesterday when two barns owned by Wilbur Cessna on Martin's Mountain twelve miles east of Cumberland were struck by lightning. A large truck hay and grain several hogs and farm machinery were destroyed. Flames were extinguished by Baltimore Cke and Flintstone volunteer fire companies.
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