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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Aug 24, 1942
Page
4
Subscriptions rates listed for the Newark News includes monthly and yearly plans. Circulation editor notes indicate Associated Press exclusive rights. The fragment references court street Frederick and general distribution details without complete context.
A 1942 publication from Frederick Maryland notes that opinions must carry real names for publication in The News and warnings follow about corrections and the editor’s attention to any form of writing. The notice requests truthful attribution and states the paper’s policy for public communication.
The piece argues Dieppe was a rehearsal for a larger invasion, highlighting major air battles in the Solomon Islands, bomber losses, and American air power. It notes Bowen bombing as a prelude to U S air force over German territory, aims to disrupt German reinforcements, and references key figures like General Doolittle and Churchill in a lead toward an impending invasion across occupied France. Berlin, Paris, Vichy, London, Moscow, and Washington are cited as knowing observers.
The Navy Department appeals to the public for binoculars for naval forces. Only Zeiss or Bausch and Lomb 6x30 and 7x50 models are accepted. Pack securely and ship to the Naval Observatory Washington DC with sender identification. Nonconforming styles like opera glasses are rejected.
Poem reflects on traitors who betray and face scorn, loss of reputation, and swift news exposure. It contrasts public hostility with the fate of spies like those for Hitler, urging harsh judgment and warning of relentless criticism. Author LUFBURROW hints at old Berlin tensions and the perilous path of betrayal.
The fragment invokes scripture 32:7 and reflects on daily study as a teacher over years. It speaks of days as scholars of yesterday, urging continued learning and wisdom through time.
Washington columnist Peter Edson outlines the Baltimore War Manpower Commission approach to moving workers into essential war production. The piece details conflicts between employers and workers, union loyalties, and proposed solutions including a new review board and potential compulsory labor measures if voluntary cooperation fails.
The open hearth method of making steel requires a blending of at least 50 percent scrap with an equal amount of pig iron.
The Frederick city public schools will require female pupils to attend the Church Street school led by Miss M. M. Robinson to concentrate female scholars in one building. The Little Tuscarora dam reports show the engine working satisfactorily and the reservoir risen eight inches. A reception at Mrs. Fannie Brunner’s on the Opossumtown turnpike drew about 20 couples with Prof Coates’ orchestra. William G. Snook of Utica Mills plans to display his Blue Mountain Holstein herd at Timonium and other fairs, plus Lincolnshire sheep and Yurnonite argy. Edward Dyer caught 11 bass in the Monocacy, four weighing eight pounds.
Twenty years ago this column reports life insurance payouts totaling ninety nine thousand dollars in Frederick city with distributions to Buckeystown Emmitsburg Mt Airy and Union Bridge. It notes the trial of William A Stultz for the John Adams slaving to be held at Rockville, and that Emmitsburg High School construction is progressing but not ready by September 3 with two rooms usable and Prof Thomas Bittle to be reappointed principal.
The eighth annual Smith reunion was held Sunday August 18 at Farmers Woods near ARE Dedde CPLR Libadbaue U Mon kel Juncheon attended and a business meeting elected a new president. Attendees included many named Smiths and spouses across multiple families with a note that the next gathering will be the third Sunday of August 1943 at Farmers Woods.
Sheriff HW Leslie Carlin appointed Christopher Dennison Edward T. Daly and Earle W. Riley as special sheriffs for Montgomery County Homer Ryman named emergency policeman Gov Herbert R OConor named Locke J Gauthier notary public for the county All were sworn in by Clayton K R Watkins clerk of the Circuit Court at Rockville
Joan M Eightower analyzes Japan's 20 month defensive posture in World War II with focus on potential offensives and the strategic impact of weather, supply lines, and Allied superiority. It weighs Japan’s capability to strike Siberia India Australia Hawaii Alaska and the Pacific against the cost of losses and the evolving Allied momentum.
The piece recalls General Sir Henry Havelock’s swift victory over rebels in the 1857 Indian campaign and his steadfast, steellike resolve facing death. It portrays his religious devotion, calm acceptance, and willingness to meet judgment without fear, highlighting his long preparation for the afterlife.
Washington warns that misdistributed raw materials and chaotic Selective Service handling will strip firms of key managers and skilled workers. Officials concede gaps in hearings and uniform rulings, risking widespread disruption as employers battle to defer or replace indispensable personnel and avoid crippling plant shutdowns.
Jean Darling, former Our Gang star, lands a long term Broadway contract after auditioning for Lee Shubert. Darling, 5'3" and 117 pounds, spent years in Gur Gang comedies and trained under Caesar Sturani. Count Me In, a wartime melodrama, is set to open on Broadway after Boston previews.
Under questioning in September, Miss Darling denied marriage or engagement and claimed to fill her spare time by roller skating. She described performing the circle waltz and flirtation waltz, skating at new rinks and avoiding the same venues, saying it’s fun trying new ones.
Key historical birthdays include Theodore Parker John C Watson Edward Tuck and Earl Derr Biggers with noted deaths. Also listed are events from 1814 Bladensburg battle 1857 stock panic 1881 Edison film camera 1912 ownership law and Alaska Territory formation, plus Valentino funeral crowd chaos and Sacco Vanzetti riots.
Notable birthdays include Maj. Gen. Harry J. Malony at Fort Custer born Lakemont New York 53 years ago Rev Dr Samuel A Eliot born Cambridge Mass 80 years ago Rev Lewis S Mudge born Yonkers New York 74 years ago Dr Dexter M Keezer born Acton Mass 47 years ago Ruth Baker Pratt born Ware Mass 65 years ago Prof Walter P Eaton born Malden Mass 64 years ago Dr Steadman Sanford chancellor Covington Ga 7 years ago Today's horoscope hints at a promising experimentalist and an accomplished critic with a tendency to complaint urging contentment for probable success
The excerpt surveys common misuses of English words and pronunciation tips, highlighting terms like prophecy versus prophesy and answer versus reply. It closes with a quote on circumspection and a historical note: New York City's 11,000 firemen fought 28,000 fires in 1940.
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