Frederick Hosts Babe Ruth Tournament Adoptions Sought
Frederick will host the Middle Atlantic Regional Babe Ruth Tournament for 14 and 15 year olds on Aug. 10 at McCurdy Field. Local families are needed to adopt and house over 100 visiting players, with foster parents meeting teams Aug. 4 and a kickoff picnic planned at Staley Park.
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Media and censorship debates surface in Baltimore over Billy Joel song
The Catholic League labels Only the Good Die Young offensive to Catholics and several Baltimore radio stations continue to air it despite no complaints. One station has dropped the track after complaints in Washington. Critics urge public opinion to curb what they view as demeaning lyrics and chauvinistic views, while editors stress taste and decorum in media and require signed letters to the News-Post.
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Miss Lillian Carter meets Italian President Pertini in Rome
Washington discussing Mrs. Carter’s visit to Italy reports show Pertini warmed to the American first mother. The confidential dispatch from Ambassador Gardner notes her blunt directness and humor improving U.S. Italy ties as Pertini jokes on age and pipes. Mrs. Carter offers a pipe token. Pertini urges following her human rights example.
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Readers clash over flood plan and Shookstown Road plans
Letters to the editor debate flood control financing and Carroll Creek deepening as alternative to property purchases. A resident questions planning, cites Monocacy backflow and ecological concerns, and urges action now. A second writer objects to indecent exposure coverage and defends responsible journalism. A third letter questions Shookstown Road plans to widen to a boulevard, demanding consultation and alternative paths.
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Frederick Activities and Events in August 1938
Rough field notes describe local enforcement plans in Frederick with county officials and police. church socials at Christ Church and a large layman gathering. city street projects on East Sixth Street and park improvements. Jacobson’s department store outing to Baltimore. a 3500 spectator model airplane contest at Frederick Airport. Atlantic Morgan Horse Club preparations. Pythian Sisters and Knights of Pythias watermelon party at Pythian Castle. Babe Ruth League game where Excelsior defeated Grove 21 to 5 with Shriner hitting a triple double in four at bats.
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