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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Feb 18, 1947
Page
2
The notice lists subscription rates and pricing details for the publication. It notes single copies costing 1 cent and annual rates 195 dollars, with discounts for prepaid or larger terms. The item appears as a published subscription tariff in a 19th century newspaper page.
A university led in in the 1950s by Army researchers began intensive studies on the common housefly. The research explored factors affecting fly behavior, odors, and carbon dioxide output, aiming to aid combat against disease vectors and pests. Findings hinted at improving hygienic controls in military settings.
The article discusses recognizing acquaintances in daily interactions. It notes that many meet familiar faces after long separations and stresses the value of recognizing friends for smoother commercial and social relations. It also mentions some people feel offense when recognition fails and advises viewing recognition as important for safe, confident street encounters.
A historical collage lists births and deaths of notable figures including Peabody partners and industry leaders, along with events like Davis inaugurating the Confederacy and Allied military actions in World War II era. The piece mentions Linz Supreme Court rulings, party conventions, and notable anniversaries, with a scattered array of dates and locations.
Fragmentary OCR notes discuss Rudyard Kipling asked to write a poem for Queen Victoria's Jubilee. References claim he declined to mention the queen, with broader commentary on spiritual values and literary controversy. The text is garbled and long, with unclear attributions and missing details.
A compact note discusses common misspellings and misuses in English lesson words. It cites errors like misapplied past tense, copyright terms, and unclear phrases, stressing proper spelling and vocabulary accuracy.
Readable fragments list births of figures including Cleveland born Jfors 63 years ago and Philadelphia born Admiral Richard Edwards two years ago. It mixes a New York figure, conductor Dynes Mitreponies, and Greek born Svante Or chess with clergy Rebbing W Barelaw and Hartford Seminary Foundation. Also notes a dated weather line about thunder and lightning.
Columna Of The News notes from February 18 recalling the ERS Institute sessions at the Opera House on geography and geometry, and penmanship. Discussion covers removing the City Recorder’s office and hall and buildings committee referral. Local logics mention tramps arrested for riding freight cars. Arthur Tee Basler hosts a fifth anniversary reception at East Patrick Street, described as a prominent winter event.
A 1923 retrospective notes raids yielding 6.3540 gallons of something, 75 gallons of later substance, seized by Sheriff and deputies during weeks of raids. Chief of wet Vice Wales in plain clothes faced a near shooting amid local alarm. The first electrical storm of the period followed a hot day with 90 degrees. John Wood, former freemed magistrate and eldest son of the late Dob Moot, died at a Frederick Core hospital, as details emerge slowly.
A Washington correspondent reports on a proposed Un-American Code targeting anti government activities. Powell Thomas chairs the House committee pushing stricter immigration, alien deportations, and loyalty requirements with a visible push for an underground education program and a directory of subversive groups.
An article from the National Federation Association argues reading success hinges on planned classroom time and parental involvement. It notes varied reading timelines among children and warns against grouping by ability as it harms self confidence, urging inclusive teaching and early intervention.
Dorothy Dix discusses the shift of women into paid work beyond the home, noting financial independence as a key driver. She argues happiness and national strength hinge on women’s talents, while predicting lasting changes in gender roles and employment postwar.
The report notes William Trice Ennis Srnac of Camp Detrick Frederenx Ma receiving a permanent promotion and the Navy Medal through Secretary James Fore, tied to a ceremony for establishing a communications unit. The event involved a release to inactive duty and a brief ceremony with key personnel including Helpeg and Ramygata Gmanda at the Solomon base.
Readers weigh in on whether women should sit as jurors in Maryland trials. Respondents cite equality, potential bias, and courtroom dynamics, with several saying women should mainly serve as witnesses or not at all. Names of locals and cities appear among opinions.
Mrs Lavinia Burns of Harpers Ferry dies after illness aged about ninety, leaving two daughters Mia Garnet Shipley and Mrs Rennie Brown, a son Charles Rot, and several grandchildren. The funeral was held at Camp Mulky cemetery with a large local gathering including many relatives and neighbors. Supporters include Mr. Walter Jenkins, Miss Ann McDonald, Cadet Nurses Clabauch and Crooks, and numerous Towns families with visits and remembrances noted from Baltimore Cincinnati and Washington.
Hood College hosts a Religious Emphasis Weekend led by Paul Ramsey professor of Christian Ethics. The program runs February 14 15 and features talks on humility hopeful enthusiasm and Christian love with workshops discussions and a World Student Christian Federation Day of Prayer observance.
Carroll County Commission and legislature approve plans for Carroll County War Memorial Medical Center as recommended by the War Memorial Committee. Legislation prepares to authorize acceptance of the center as county property upon completion and payment. Senator Stanford Hell announces supporting shifts toward a general medical center over a maternity hospital.
The note indicates a person named Anne Rep R Back will return to the state in a couple of weeks. It mentions demand and a possible delay before a tie and temperature estimates. It references a secret and a meeting leading to an alienation of a cane product.
Local farmers advisory boards from eleven counties will gather February 2 at 7 p m at the Formus Sea Key Hotel Frederick to hear reports on cooperative operation the 1947 winter regional conference will cover fertilizer supply and economic outlook W M Campbell of Richmond will be principal speaker T Roy Brooks of Bel Air presiding and a dinner is planned before the meeting.
Emmitsburg area announces the engagement of Lucile Todd of Emmitsburg to Paul Hofstetter Sr of Greenbelt. The wedding is planned for June. Also noted are multiple social visits and family gatherings involving local residents and relatives across Taneytown, Mount Airy, and nearby communities.
A burst of visiting relatives includes George Withide and sons in Baltimore with Mrs Beegle and Thorton Rodgers, plus Philadelphians John O Donell and Euphemia Rotering visiting Emmitsburg. The Woman’s Club held an afternoon of cards and bingo at Mrs Charles Lander’s with prizes won by Roy Bollinger and Carrie Fuss Long. The next meeting is Feb 27 at president Mrs Edwin Chrismer’s home.
Recent dinner guests included Mr and Mrs Charles Painter and family from Lovettsville and Baltimore visitors. Elwin Davenport and Doris Simpson welcomed a daughter born February 4. James Hamilton Mae Panter Renace Painter Judy Cooper and Peggy Gene Cooper were seen visiting Martinsburg and Knoxville with family.
The Q A covers Italian navy spoils for the Alties listing five battleships five cruisers seven destroyers torpedo boats and submarines plus. It notes Portugal and France hold Indian possessions and defines bodacious as bold and audacious Southern language. It lists state department top classifications for TG and explains GCA as Ground Control Approach a radar method for directing plane landings effective from 34 miles out.
A fragmented invitation describes inviting a friend to a home gathering. It asks for more specifics about timing and a plan for attending, mentioning dinner and a Pride night. The text is garbled but centers on arranging a visit and shared evening.
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