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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 1948
Page
4
Dorothy Dix dispenses wary guidance on an older woman married to a 28 year old, a weary husband’s spending, and a schoolteacher seeking a spouse. The columns advise caution, warn against empty promises, and suggest practical paths for happiness and stability.
Federal researchers at Beltsville report insects threaten crops and spread disease, but new weapons and methods aim to keep bugs under control. They claim 10 percent of crops are destroyed before market, with billions of bushels lost annually and vast areas unsafe due to pests and disease.
The article celebrates nature as a vast display of land and seascapes and the changing skies. It extols sunrises and sunsets with reds and yellows, praising the Creator and the world’s beauty. It highlights how blue skies symbolize happiness and the vast, majestic arc over the land.
Twenty years ago notices list jurors drawn for the September circuit term from Frederick district including Elroy L Roelkey Gilmore Schley Edward S Houck Alex Brengle Harry C James Henry J Krise Alvin H Doering Richard Anderson David C Wineryner. A cloudy rainy night left streets dark with pedestrians slipping in puddles near the alley between The Methods church and the Examiner office, mud thick and passage obstructed by horses and wagons. Names include Albert Gilson Leister Armacost and David M Brengle.
A large barn and wheat harvest on Charles DeGrange's New London farm were destroyed by fire believed caused by spontaneous combustion. Estimated loss ranges from 7000 to 8000 dollars. Minor injuries reported in related local incidents. Twelve House of David players passed Frederick overnight en route to Harrisburg for a game, drawing attention for long beards. An Ohio couple lost their car and luggage after a Thurmont accident that also damaged clothing suitcases.
The Selective Service Act of 1948 extends reemployment rights to reservists entering active duty. Those called up must be reinstated within three years or after duty ends, with applicants required to seek reinstatement within 90 days of release. The Bureau of Veterans' Reemployment Rights in the Labor Department aids service members in exercising these rights.
A Harvard Law School graduate named Jim f inds government service blocked by harassment and fear of investigations. Officials and committees in Congress pressure job seekers, causing disillusionment as agencies mark time, prompting Jim to seek work elsewhere.
A quiz style excerpt covers whether paper is organic, the Escorial’s role as palace church and monastery, the Liberty Bell timing for Independence Day, pottery as the oldest art, and Hogmanay New Year’s Eve customs in Scotland with children singing for gifts.
Washington reports Congress debates why the FBI was not told what evidence was presented to the New York special grand jury in the espionage case and whether information was shared with Russia. Some say Quinn could testify while he seeks Congress seat. others fear public truth is being hidden.
Dr Edwin P Jordan outlines post acute polio care emphasizing pain control and restoring movement. Use sedatives heat and passive motion, then progress to gentle muscle stimulation, underwater exercises, and gradual walking. Braces or tendon surgery may be needed. improvement can be slow but rewarding as crippled patients gain function.
A collection of notable anniversaries and birthdays from Know America Today. Entries include Lucy Stone, Michael Corrigan, Kate Sprague, Felix Adler, Annie Oakley, George B. Luks, plus historical events and a town horoscope segment.
The Everfaithful Sunday School class of St. Mark's Lutheran church in Doubs met at Mrs Raymond Basford's home with eight members and three visitors. The meeting opened with the class verse and Psalm, prayer by Vice-president Mrs. David Specht, hymns and readings by Mrs Ray Baker Miss Josephine DeLauter Mrs Marshall Main Mrs Raymond Basford and Mr David Specht. Refreshments followed.
Washington columnist recounts a veteran Jimmie who tried to have a subsistence check sent to a summer address. VA insists on a permanent change of address form, risking transfer of records and delays. A regional VA official warns veterans to avoid temporary changes and use a permanent address to forward checks.
Today's word Paradox defined as that which appears absurd yet may be true. The note cites Shakespeare and urges daily vocabulary growth by mastering one word.
City police dispatched all mobile equipment to East Patrick street this morning on report of a stolen car, but later found no sign of the vehicle. Officers in prowl cars and motorcycle units converged on the area amid notes on intuition and bravado as a warning against temper and deceit.
Emmitsburg hosts a flurry of visits and gatherings from Baltimore to Gettysburg with guests including Miss Lillian Bowers and Miss Janet Adams traveling to Baltimore and Gettysburg. Local families, teachers, and merchants share news of weekend trips, birthday celebrations, and new business openings such as The Pastry Shop in Frederick.
Union Bridge hosts a sacred program led by John Hallet with local youths. Evangelistic services at Church of the Brethren drew new members. Rev. Jacob Dick mourns his father, Rev. Trostle Dick. Reports note a livestock sale near Mt. Union, Mrs. Ruth Shifler’s move, visitors Donald Yagley from Dearborn, and Eva Beacher’s visit to Grantsville.
Scriptural excerpt from first Corinthians 15 23 emphasizes order in salvation with Christ as first fruits and believers following. Peloubet notes Jesus prepares a place and believers for heavenly enjoyment and service. A platinum wire measuring diameter one thirty thousandth of an inch is mentioned.
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