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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Aug 10, 1944
Page
4
The August 10 1944 issue lists notices and regional news items from Frederick Maryland. The page credits Associated Press and local contributors and notes standard publication details such as entry at the office and second class matter designation.
The piece argues that while the flying bomb cost Britain more than first reported, it is an ineffective weapon in current German use but could deter future conflicts if nations postwar exploit its potential. It suggests maintaining bomb reserves near enemy targets to deter conquest and claims German militarism may show how to keep peace.
Among 189 questioned students in Chicago, dreams ranged from presidents to football stars and dancers. The piece notes that today many youths seek big money, dazzled by what money buys, but urges focus on meaningful work and hard learning to raise the odds of achieving ambitious goals.
Aged reports from Mantua Italy note a prohibition on handshakes among city workers with the Roman salute used instead. The article suggests shaking hands may spread germs yet acknowledges its social value in American life for friendship, warmth, and perceived social approval.
A fragmentary wartime remark notes war progressing at a heartening pace and promising better futures. It mentions Allied efforts and changing events shaping the present, suggesting improved prospects and forward momentum in the conflict.
Washington columnist argues the War Department misused the soldier voting law to ban certain magazines and newspapers from camps overseas. He contends the moves bias the vote toward Roosevelt, praises Navy efficiency, and suggests postwar consolidation under the Navy.
A brief note closes with a peace wish and signature N. A. Lufburrow. The text expresses hope for continued progress toward dawn of peace and a forward look for better days ahead.
A compilation from the Columns Of The News recounts Emancipation Day crowds in the city with rail arrivals to Frederick and public speeches. It notes a bank book theft of ten dollars from MR. RENO 8 HARP and a horse shoe incident on North Market street breaking a window. Traveling medicine men performed on the square with banjo music while some attempted to lift pocketbooks nailed to the pavement with a dollar on the ground connected to a battery.
Two decades back in Frederick, Mr and Mrs David Q C Griffin toured 1600 miles by auto boosting tourist facilities. Blue Ridge Transportation Co nears acquiring Baltimore lines with one operator already under terms. Mr and Mrs Guy Motter announce the birth of a son at Frederick City Hospital. 3000 Marines marching from Quantico to Sharpsburg will linger in Frederick for a parade and review honoring the mayor and aldermen.
Today marks historical milestones from 1700 to 1943 including Captain Robert Gray's voyage back to Boston aboard the Columbia and the founding of the Smithsonian Institution. Birthdays include Herbert Hoover Maj. Gen. Ryan and Norma Shearer with horoscopic note on today’s stubborn, persevering nature.
The article analyzes Allied advances in north western France as forces close toward Paris, with Canadians near Falaise and Americans advancing up the Loire Valley past Le Mans. It argues the German army faces a crisis, hampered by leadership and material shortages, while Allied initiative grows, potentially foreshadowing a total disaster for Germany in the west.
Earl L Douglass argues modern life has not weakened American youth and that true courage comes from measured fear and disciplined action. He cites soldiers' experiences showing bravery across wartime and peacetime, stressing that courage blends fear with prudence and sustains character beyond battle. Copyright Babson Newspaper Synd.
A compact lesson lists misused phrases and pronunciations. It defines profanation as disrespect toward sacred things and warns about shifting from obscure to prominent positions by sticking to a business, with sample phrases and spelling tips.
A set of 1917 era essays discusses civilian morale after World War I, Japans mythic monarchy, and isolationist critique. Wallace Irwin contrasts veteran sentiment with homefront duty while Christopher La Farge and others probe honesty, patriotism, and national identity amid wartime doubt.
The piece reflects on postwar life through the eyes of a veteran who served 19 months in France and notes a gulf between his wartime comrades and the civilian world. It contrasts military duty with civilian excess and questions the home front's values.
HAL BOYLE recounts a frontline entertainment network run by an artillery battalion in France during a lull. Soldiers hear world news and music via telephone lines, with a sextet led by Welch brothers performing hillbilly tunes. The program, tuned to requests, boosts morale for observers in forward pits between fire missions, as gun crews interrupt to hear a serenade to German positions.
An off duty corporal exchanged his bike for cider with French civilians after gesturing for a drink. He received a quart of cider and was later unable to retrieve his bike, realizing he had been traded for liquid morale. He now delivers messages by heel and toe and has stopped studying French.
The piece explains a prudent dining approach when with two very small children. Instead of ordering two full dinners, the author suggests one shared dinner with an extra plate. If desired, add two drinks and two desserts. Emphasizes avoiding waste amid food shortages.
A compact reflection pairs Luke 11 23 with Carlyle on faith. The passage asserts personal belief cannot be coerced and that inner light guides judgment by grace of God alone.
Babson argues postwar employment hinges on the individual, not industry or location. He urges service families to consider small business, study classified directories for opportunities, and seek God’s guidance rather than political or union activism after the war. He notes big firms offer momentum, while small ventures depend on exceptional individuals.
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