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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Aug 26, 1942
Page
9
Sandy Morse leads a small group through a jungle canyon along the Rio Flamboyon tributary. Tyra disappears leaving a truce note, warning not to follow as Helen endures insect bites and hardship. The expedition grows dangerous as motives and trust unravel.
Jane Withers fans triple letters after her latest personal appearance tour as she grows from a Wonder Tot to a mature star. At 16 she headlines in a music role for Republic, stages a camp show as her boyfriend joins the Army, and endures a plot twist with Ann Winters. The film features Boy Puppets and child stars, while Janie promotes war bonds and makes USO appearances.
Germantown notes report the Benson family relocating to Bethesda. Elizabeth Lenhart of Rockville visited Germantown, and Vance Benson of Upper Darby is visiting the Benson parents. Mrs. William Cockerly and family celebrate the birth of a son at Frederick City Hospital. Ruth and Katherine Dinsmore of Washington hosted by J. H. Mussetter. Rockefeller Center in New York is cited as the largest privately owned business and entertainment center in America.
Dorothy Dix argues long engagements are dangerous and often disastrous amid war. She cites fading romance, drift apart, unrealistic ideals, constant waiting, and frustrated obligations, urging youths to marry only when truly prepared and to choose their partner carefully.
The Groshon family held their annual reunion at Mountaindale picnic grove in August. A noon basket lunch followed by a program featured scripture readings, solos by Eleanor Groshon, and group songs. Prizes honored the oldest attendees, largest family, and farthest journeys. Officers were elected for next year and plans set for a repeat event at Mountaindale. Present were many Groshons and relatives from Graceham, Gaithersburg, Washington, Westminster, and surrounding towns amid games, contests, and a carnival setup being built in Rosens steel yard.
Union Bridge hosted Mrs Jnne Shriner of Baltimore and Mrs Harry Boutson on Tuesday. Second Lieutenant Hess, recently at Camp Lee Virginia, arrived to visit his parents in Union Bridge before reporting to Georgia for further training. The Methodist Sunday school held an annual outing at Pipe Creek Park on Wednesday. Larry Gordon Wagner of Baltimore returned home after a stay with his grandparents. Mrs J L Hamm of Baltimore visited Union Bridge, and Private Burnell Broadwater, son of H L Broadwater, left Aug 11 for Fort Meade and is now reported in St Petersburg Florida.
Miss Lottie Hoke of Asheville vacationing with sister Mrs. William Naill hosted a Tuesday evening gathering at the Naill home with guests including Mrs. E. L. Higbee Mrs. B. M. Kershner Miss Grace Rowe Mrs. R. M. Zacharias Mrs. George Eyster and others. The Entre Nous Sewing club met Wednesday at Mrs. Higbee s home to celebrate Mrs. J C Randolph s birthday with attendees listed. A wedding reception for Mr and Mrs Ray Valentine and Taneytown fair marriage preceded by events at Rocky Ridge and Green Castle included R C Fisher Harvey Valentine Ray Valentine and family posterity.
Residents from Hyattstown Rockville Forest Glen and Baltimore area guests visited family and friends in Maryland and nearby states last week. Notable mentions include Burdette relatives in several towns with visits to Atlantic City and Westminster, plus exchanges with Harris, Murphy, and Barnes households.
The Taneytown Chamber of Commerce held an afternoon outing at Pipe Creek Park with softball, horseshoes and other games followed by an outdoor supper. Guests included Harmon Grace on furlough from the army. Officers of Taneytown Minute Men attended the Westminster armory instruction. Mrs Annie Koutz plans time with her son Herman Koutz. Francis T. Elliot Jr enlisted in the U S Army and departed for Fort Meade with family updates shared.
Master James Meek marked his seventh birthday on August 8 with Benefer Meek on August 15 and John Meek on August 16. Postmaster Francis Manahan visited Rockingham maneuvers with Capt. William Manahan and family. Thelma Mac Sanders hosted a birthday party August 11 for six year old Thelma and other attendees. Benefer Meek returned from a week with grandparents in Baltimore. Oscar Williams and Baltimore visitors stayed with John Meek. Drafted locals Joseph Fox, Samuel Bittner Jr., Alonzo Barkman, and Charles Brown traveled to Baltimore for final examinations.
Taylorsville and Annapolis residents visit friends in Hagerstown Baltimore and Westminster. Mrs Elizabeth Barnes heals after a fall. Mae Franklin from Baltimore visits her mother Rosie Franklin. Corporal Chester Byers from Camp Myer notes family ties. Mary Byers joins dinner with Charles Barnes household. Thomas Young recovers from hand infection. Roy Gunn in Baltimore and Roland Gosnell Philadelphia guests at the Gosnell home. Karl Chanle among attendees.
Mrs William Chante entertained at home with dinner guests including Mrs Harcy Barnes and Mrs J C Nall. Harold Grimes of the U S Navy on furlough visited his parents in Norfolk. The Barnes and Byers families hosted several guests from Catonsville Washington D C and Taylorsville. Mrs J C Nall’s gatherings included Mrs Herbert Clough and several house guests. Mrs Rigle of Taylorsville was invited to Baltimore hospital in an ambulance. The Moore family spent time with relatives in Mountain Lake. G Frank Ayers returned from Baltimore and Quintin Gunn vacationed with his father C J Gunn.
Gerald F. Bing of Tar Baltimore visited his grandparents Mr and Mrs Joseph L Englar. William Schue of the Coast Guard visited his mother Mrs Edna Schue and other relatives. Mrs Paul Haines and son Bal peer spent Wednesday with Mr and Mrs Cornelius Haines. Franklin Novell of the Coast Guard visited relatives and friends for a few days. Mrs Fannie Smith of Brunswick returned home after a weeks visit with her brother in law and sister Mr and Mrs Oliver Halnen and daughter. Miss Mary Clark of Kentucky is visiting Mr and Mrs John Baile and daughter Sarah. Second Lieutenant Lewis Hess is noted in town affairs.
Local notes report soldiers moving from Camp Lee Virginia to Camp Gordon Georgia. Mrs Cline Bowman and two children of Baltimore are staying with Ruth Bixler. Ensign Max J Nordeck is home for a weekend with Mr and Mrs C Edgar Nusbaum. The Minute Men of New Wind sor District received uniforms on Wednesday. Mrs Virginia Gates of Baltimore visiting her daughter in Corinth New York fell and broke her leg. Mrs Grace Fisher and daughter Annabelle visit Mount Airy relatives Grant Devilbiss. Westminster Motor Corps Captain An Reitsnider with members attended Mount Airy Motor Corps deepening first aid training at the captain's home with plan for casualty stations. Mount Airy members invited to a Westminster meeting soon.
A quirky note on repurposing worn garments. Waste Wardens advocate using every fabric scrap by transforming a man’s old shirt into an apron or a child’s blouse, showing practical DIY thrift ethic.
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