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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1942
Page
10
A 1940s report notes isolated hoarding and widespread moves to ration canned goods as Feb 1 limits approach. Major distributors restrict case lots and stores vary in policy while owners warn against broad rationing announcements. Retailers push unit limits to meet known customer needs across Frederick area.
County commissioners plan 3 PM session to pass budget and levy $1.12 while the Mayor and Aldermen meet at 7 PM pending county figures. Bank share taxes in Frederick City split between County and City. City share based on county levy.
Westchester County health officials disclosed three war workers died from chemicals at Anaconda Wire and Cable Company Hastings On Hudson and that about 120 other workers became ill. Sanitary commissioner Richard McLaughlin said the cause and precise chemicals are being determined.
The page presents wartime trivia with scattered figures about American women in industry and manufacturing estimates. It cites about nine board feet of lumber needed in 1943 and mentions production of children’s metal goods.
The article explains an optional tax form promising easier filing for taxpayers with $3000 or less. It reduces arithmetic work by eliminating deductions and exemptions listing and helps many first-time filers due to lowered exemptions. The form is available now and due by March 15.
Washington reports an anticipated shift from total military government in Hawaii to civilian authority. President Roosevelt and officials from Navy Justice and Interior confirm a plan to restore civil governance while maintaining military security around Pearl Harbor and the Pacific. No date set, but progress expected soon as talks continue.
Attorney Ernest L. Duhaime stated Ursula Parrott, a noted novelist and short story writer, was arrested on a federal charge of aiding Private Michael Neely Bryan to desert from the Army. Parrott was released on bail. The arrest followed her visit to a Miami Beach stockade where the soldier was serving time for being AWOL.
Baltimore reports a sharp drop in welfare relief recipients for the year ending November 1942 across four state public aid categories. Monthly figures show declines from 1931 baselines, with 4 538 dependent children aided in November 1942 versus 5 932 the prior year and 584 blind recipients versus 649. Applications dropped yet rejection rates rose from 32 to 39 percent as war demands shift activity toward duties like foster care supervision and day care planning.
Prank M. Gill may face a stronger charge than vagrancy after a broken water pipe flooded the Patrick Court Building basement. Witnesses say Gill broke a pipe while attempting to lie down among crates, flooding three feet of water and ruining merchandise while he slept through the commotion and later sought release to salvage his shoes.
Frederick County delegates to the General Assembly praised the Roads Board after inspecting equipment and properties and studying the engineers office. They noted surprise at the board’s efficiency and called for public tours to educate citizens on its progress and organization.
The Frederick County War Price and Rationing Board issued a weekly summary of mandates and interpretations. Notices cover War Ration Book handling for deceased or service members, coffee and kerosene reporting deadlines, and requirements for Tire inspections and Book No. 2 eligibility.
Federal grand jury charged Harry Edward Stotler with transferring truck tank loads of gasoline without coupons. The Silk Mills of Williamsport and Jerry Coran faced charges for illegally receiving 1180 gallons on Sept 3, and Graf ton Downs Jr. was accused of the same on Aug 26. A second indictment alleged Harry S. English concealed 121 cases of regal whisky with intent to defraud the government.
A man was charged with failing to pay floor stocks tax due last December and making a false statement to the Commissioner of Internal Revenue regarding the amount of whisky on hand.
West Virginia authorities want John Richard Rutherford of Lewisburg and Frank Austin Steswart of Alderson. They were arrested near Unionville by State Police Detective Corporal G E Newcomer and placed in local jail. WV officials expected to extradite them. officers here say they waived extradition. State Police say they are unfamiliar with the charges and that the men were at work near Unionville when seized. Corporal Newcomer is with the Bureau of Investigation.
Moroccan radio reports a second U S contingent has landed at Dakar French West Africa and occupies the airfield. An Army Naval mission led by Vice Admiral Glassford arrived last week, plus another mission under a rear admiral. A new Consul General arrives, signaling U S emphasis on Dakar.
Economic Director James Byrnes said the best possible outcome is maintaining current oil and gasoline levels for the Eastern Seaboard. After a conference with six railroad presidents, he noted railroads may raise deliveries in January unless severe cold strikes, but military needs for North Africa and Allies, especially Britain, will grow, limiting any firm assurances of steady supply.
Officers for 1943 were installed at the Frederick Kiwanis Club luncheon at the Francis Scott Key hotel led by Leslie N. Coblentz. Clarence C. Caryl became president. J Milton Brunk named secretary. Melvin M. Engle as retiring secretary received recognition. Charles K. Taylor named treasurer. new directors are Harry S Hamilton Elmer J Thompson Charles W Lough and John R Cheatham. A guest from Winchester Virginia attended and Kernan's Hospital treated another crippled child.
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