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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1938
Page
2
Fragmentary OCR describes an independent daily newspaper with publication details and production notes. It references Frederick Maryland and postal handling, with altered text about printing and reprints, indicating historic production practices and class designation.
A June August 19, 1938 report discusses German war games near the French and Czechoslovakian border as a prelude to annual mobilizations. Britain and France prepare, while officials call the events demonstrations and warn of accidental escalation into real war with Nazi Italy.
Invitations issued for the fiftieth wedding anniversary of Mr and Mrs Clayton Zimmerman at the Family Home in Walkersville on August 30 from two to five. Numerous local residents listed as hosts and guests. Also social events include a shower for Miss Margaret Albaugh, teas for Miss Helen Coblentz, and a party at 812 Nash Market Street honoring the bride elect Miss Margaret Albaugh. Various club meetings, guest lists, and regional visits noted.
The piece argues that success comes from handling circumstances with faith and resilience. It cites Beethoven’s deafness aiding the Ninth Symphony, wonders how great figures would fare without burdens, and asserts sorrow fertilizes the soul under divine providence. Copyright Babson Newspaper Syndicate.
A playful puzzle asks for missing words from classic clues. It includes items about Cepa, Gulliver, the capital of Finland, a famed star from the Perils of Pauline serial, and a pentagon’s sides, with answers requested on the last page.
Local items recount events from August 19 in Frederick and 1918. Notes include a social gathering at O J Keller’s Rocky Fountain for Miss Mattie Keller’s guest Miss Gore. farmer William D Stockman’s death at 75. a burned barn at Thomas M Markell’s farm with $2500 loss. company L Maryland State Guards canning factory absences. planned sham battle at Braddock Heights cancelled. a three million six hundred thousand dollar loan program. rosier tomato crop outlook by Roser B Wolfe. Deputy Sheriff William O Werrendaker and Myrtle Myers wed in Hagerstown. Carroll H Hendrickson receives commission as lieutenant at Camp Zachary Taylor.
A New York guest, son of a renowned surgeon, leaves Frederick for home with plans to return in September. The piece notes Dr. Whiffle’s research with Dr. Alexis Carrel and Col. Lindbergh, plus a Frederick residence connection. Also covered are theater attendance at Olney, visits by locals to Deep Creek and Ocean City, a three week motor trip to New England and Canada, an engagement announced in Hagerstown, and a Virginia visitor to Frederick with local social details.
A condensed test from NEA Service outlines proper tipping and service behavior. It asks if you should leave a lip in a tearoom when the owner waits, if you should leave a ship at a lunch counter, whether tips should be discreet, if you must tip where tipping is banned, and if cafeteria service warrants tipping. It also presents a scenario about a misbilled restaurant check with three response options and the recommended best action.
A lively, era flavored column mixes reader jive, radio gossip and theater tidbits. It highlights actress Joan Blanc, newcomer Jeanette McGrady’s growing role with Bayard Veiller, Ethel Barrymore Colt’s new dramatic project, a blackmail tale about a married actor, and Dave Chasen’s spare ribs journey from Hollywood to New York.
A list of historical birth dates and death dates for figures such as Pierre Jean de Beranger Samuel G Goodrich Elisha Mitchell Richard P Bland John Rock Harold Frederic and Stoddard King. It notes their origins birthplaces and dates of death and highlights their contributions as writers editors geologists and public figures.
A compact chronicle surveys notable dates and figures from 1699 to the mid 20th century. It lists trials, battles, births and anniversaries including George Burroughs, the Yorktown surrender, 1781 American French march, 1841 Bankruptcy Act, 1902 Martinique cyclone quake, Hitler’s rise, and Bernard Baruch. It closes with today’s horoscope predicting a fortunate yet modest native inclined to patient study.
A compact quotation reflects on listening and discernment. It cites Matthew 11 18 and quotes Emerson about offering every mind a choice between truth and repose. The piece presents a devotional, contemplative mood rather than a news item.
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