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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 1947
Page
4
Dorothy Dix argues that many marriages fail not from lack of love but from a lack of talent for marriage. She contrasts courted diplomacy with post marriage clashes, noting some couples use steady tact while others unleash freedoms they would never grant strangers. The piece suggests misfits in both partners who lack know-how rather than virtue.
Admiral Blendy warned naval engineers that atomic propulsion could theoretically push a World War II submarine 30 knots submerged for a year without refueling, but offered no clear path to the 1947 target. The piece also reflects on December’s hush in nature, noting winter’s quieting of birds, streams, and animal activity as frost seals the land.
Local items from the December 9 1897 column note Reverend C W Stinespring urging U S recognition of Cuban belligerency amid near shore atrocities. Farmers near Sir’s Ford discuss an iron bridge across the Monocacy at a cost about 12000, with county officials balking and farmers pledging to fund it. George Poole Braddock reports six raccoons this fall the heaviest 16 pounds. Summers gives up Braddock mail contract, Milton Akers takes over. Allen Webster builds a storeroom for a general store at the Brad dock crossroads.
A 1927 Frederick County cold snap sends readings to 14 above zero in Frederick and six to eight above in Middletown. Knights of Pythias celebrate Mountain City Lodge jubilee and retirement of debt on the Castle building valued at 100000. A new automobile tax law stirs county residents awaiting plates. A marble tablet marks Rev Frederick L Henop's grave, placed in Trinity chapel by his great grandson Rev R B Shepherd.
A playful verse praises a doctor’s skill and helpfulness as he tends a feverish patient. The speaker longs for relief and notes the doctor’s cleverness and constant goal to help. The verse hints at upcoming changes to the druglist and more work for the medical professional.
A compact note discusses common misuses in English such as shall versus shall walk with you a little distance and emphasizes pronunciation like quintuple and singular potatoes. It promotes daily vocabulary growth with ostentatious as today's focus and contrasts true philanthropy with ostentation.
The 1947-68 Damascus High School student council elected officers and department heads. President Ruth Johnson, Vice President Harry Jones, Secretary Mary Louise Burdette, Treasurer Mary Ann Ward, Sergeant-at-Arms Joe Clay. Department heads include Carol Ceramings publications Virginia Waters health and safety Ray Mulican recreation and education Ray Jarding school improvements Harold Mullinix finance and awards Ann Burdette representative seventh grade Betty Sitley eighth grade Mary Estelle Pope ninth grade Gsebara Rinnehart tenth grade Roger Buxton eleventh grade Ruth Brown twelfth grade Carol Lee Schaeffer.
Washington Daybook describes Leo Allen, lone power in the House Rules Committee, wielding a gavel like a throne and blocking or advancing bills. The piece follows the foreign aid debate with Chairman Charles Eaton, Sol Bloom, Clarence Brown, and Gene Cox as they maneuver bills, laughter, and political theater in a tense committee room.
Washington reports Secretary Snyder urged an equitable revision of the tax system to sustain a healthy economy and full employment. He warned against inequities between incorporated and unincorporated businesses and criticized burdensome excise taxes. The aim is to fund necessary foreign aid and debt retirement while preserving incentives to work and invest.
The doctor notes diarrheal diseases remain a leading killer in the first year of life with rates varying by region due to sanitation. Emphasizes dehydration prevention, oral or injectable mineral water, and that potassium and sodium losses drive treatment. Also mentions eye sores and a Hood College placement talk, plus a Hebrides islands fact.
A Frederick woman was granted an absolute divorce from Joseph H. Bednarski, alleging curable insanity after he was wounded in England during duty in World War II. The decree, signed by Associate Judge Patrick M. Schnauffer, grants her custody of one child and requires her to pay costs. Bednarski is confined at Canandaigua VA Hospital. testimony noted violent behavior and the need to hide knives during visits. Attorneys were Edwin F. Nikirk for the plaintiff and Richard E. Zimmerman for the guardian ad litem.
A three inch wire was taken from the paunch near the heart of a purebred Holstein owned by Walter Ramsburg Walkersville in a recent operation by Dr. Donald R. Lynch. The cow, a top animal in the Ramsburg herd, is milk production again and the procedure is described as relatively safe if diagnosed early while the cow is in good condition. historically cattle with hardware have often been slaughtered.
Two small leaf European Linden trees were planted November 25 in front of the C Burr Artz Library on Record Street. Placed with Westmin ster nurseries furnishing and supervision by Miss Josephine P. Etchison and Rev Dr P E Heimer. The right tree named the Friendship Tree in memory of Heimer’s friends. the left tree named the Children’s Tree for city and county youth who use the library.
The Veterans Administration warns there are not enough PL 16 on the job training openings for disabled veterans while GI Bill training slots rise. In September 13 000 disabled veterans sought PL 16 training though GI Bill opportunities expand. VA appeals to employers nationwide to add openings and coordinate with regional Training Facilities Sections.
The Union Bridge and Pipe Creek Church of the Brethren combined choirs present a cantata titled The inn at the Pipe Creek church on Sunday night December 21 at 7 45 and at Union Bridge church Tuesday night December 23 at 7 45 Mrs Ruth Niswander directs the choirs and Mrs Wilmer Myers is the pianist A Thanksgiving relief banquet at Pipe Creek Church of the Brethren on Wednesday night November 26 drew nearly 200 guests with a 423 94 relief offering A picture titled This Road We Walk showed Europe today Pastor Rev Harry Zeller spoke at the close and toastmaster Paul Niswander led the program Various town notices follow including Homemakers Club meeting at Mrs P Wilbur Otto s home Thanksgiving visits by Elizabeth Roop and other locals and illness absences among Union Bridge residents.
A hostess invites you to seven o clock dinner. The correct approach is to arrive a few minutes before seven or exactly at seven. Arriving ten or fifteen minutes after seven is discouraged.
Republican strategy on inflation criticizes Democrats for actions and inactions, blaming high prices on them while opposing new controls. The piece argues the administration is splintered, with five departments drafting tentative bills and the Truman program facing vague testimony. It notes past and current debates on price and wage controls, comparing to 1921 shadow boxing and urging decisive action rather than political maneuvering.
The Harmony Grove Homemakers club met at Mrs. Paul Clemson's home with 18 members and Miss Davis presiding. Miss Davis demonstrated color in floor coverings and rug selection. Edward Mantz gave a music report on Stephen Foster followed by songs. Mrs. Howard Aldridge spoke on the Blue Boy, and Mrs. Elmer Thomas reviewed the Marshall plan. A reading program featured poems about November. Delegates discussed gifting toward the home, and a luncheon program was planned for December 12 at Ebert's followed by a meeting at Mrs. William Powell's home.
The piece ponders frustration as a modern phenomenon tied to the machine era and social critique. It cites Washington Columbus Noah Adam and biblical figures to illustrate enduring human frustration, urging readers to reflect before complaining.
The report records December 1926 precipitation at 0.27 inches with 3.06 inches normal for December. Temperature notes show yesterday's high 61 and prior year 63, with last night low 28 and prior year 32. Sunrise and sunset times are listed, along with moonrise and moonset.
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