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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1948
Page
4
Reading letters from divorcees and fiancées, the Dorothy Dix column offers blunt guidance on reconciliation after separation, the risk of repeated “grass-widow” boredom, and practical steps such as writing a heartfelt note to a former husband to seek a second chance. It includes concerns about dual affection and steady homes for children amid marital strain.
Dr Karl T Compton of MIT spoke in Atlantic City on practical uses of atomic energy for peaceful purposes He predicted experimental power plants within two years and real test plants two years after that He saw some practical applications within ten years He noted atomic energy may not yet beat coal where coal is easily available but the gap is narrowing.
A reader notes emphasis on proper pronunciation and spelling of words. The lesson highlights common misuses such as immediately and monosyllabic pronunciation. It defines magnate versus magnet and suggests daily vocabulary growth by mastering one word.
Guidance on introductions states the woman’s name is spoken first when pairing a man and a woman. The correct order is to say the woman’s name first, followed by the man’s, as in Mrs. Jones. Yai like you to know Mr. Brown. The wrong form reverses this sequence.
Fifty years ago Frederick columns note Republican mayoral contenders J Henry Lampe Milton A Woodward A C McBride and Harry C Keefer. William C Birely touted for City Register. Alexander Woodward buys dwelling on North Market for 2500. Stranger enters A C McCardell home, claims to hunt Pawnee Bill’s man. jailed after refusal to leave. Billboard fire at Groy Park destroys billboards. News editorials and items tease CassdG the app sell creeks.
Discovery of three sod at the new bridge near Coviage avenue prompts officials to consider soldiers buried there. Mrs Laura Carlisle Pitts and Mr Albert N McCardell, both residents, wed in Baltimore today. A special poultry train will visit March 8 from Baltimore and Ohio Railroad showcasing poultry breeding rearing and marketing. Frank H Lewis a Towson normal school student spent the weekend with his parents on West Fourth street.
Final services for Sgt. Harsen 8S. Sauble and Pic Austin C. Reed, who died in action at St Lo, were held at a Thurmont funeral home. Interment was in Mt Tabor cemetery Rocky Ridge with Army and local veterans in attendance.
Washington Daybook by TRIS COFFIN recounts Phil Rodgers lampooning Senator Eugene Millikin over tax reductions for high incomes. It profiles an important administration official, from quiet civil servant to war era power broker, now linked to influential circles and sustained by friendships with powerful operators.
Washington notes that the Wallace backed candidate’s win on the American Labor Party ticket signals a real third party threat to Democrats. Analysts expect pressure to withdraw Wallace as party cohesion may hinge on a united front for the upcoming autumn and national contest.
Brief list of notable birth and death anniversaries with dates for Angelina Grimke Henry Durant Joseph Jefferson Edward Harriman Howard Kelly Charles Judd and others, plus Today In History events from 1794 to 1947 and birthdays of Rene Dubos Mary Garden Russell Crouse William Murray Fred Gurler Carroll Binder Herbert Brownell Jr and a horoscope note.
The guide explains disability compensation is not taxed and not required on tax returns. It covers eligibility for service connected disability pensions, appeal options, and how new evidence can alter VA decisions. It also notes a widow’s pension rules with dependents and income limits. A separate incident reports a gunman impersonating a gas meter reader demanding money, then fleeing after finding little cash.
Peter Edson reports on a nationwide congressional data binge sparked by a 1940s export inquiry. The House sought full producer names and shipments for vast imports, but the effort ballooned into three million declarations, costly estimates, and a legal quandary over privacy and defense.
In this letter Lufburrow argues that honest ads are wise for guiding buyers. He contends many ads are silly and chilling, but when products truly tested are honestly presented they deserve no reproach.
The report notes 24 hour precipitation at Saim with trace amounts to date. February normal precipitation is 290 inches, actual for February 1947 is 260 inches, resulting in a 136 inch excess in 1248 precipitation to February. Yesterday high reached 69, low last night 37, with yesterday’s high 31 a year ago and low 15 a year ago. Sunset is 5:51 pm, sunrise tomorrow 5:57 am, moonrise 2:07 pm, moonset 4:53 am. Total degree days 3762.
Colonel John R. Holt spoke to the Historical Society on the private life of Roger Brooke Taney, detailing his basic goodness, religious tolerance, simple tastes, and kindness. Holt praised Taney’s character, noted his ties to Francis Scott Key, and recalled Taney’s Frederick residency and role as oath giver to seven presidents. The meeting included Society business, gift presentations, and plans for a Francis Scott Key monument anniversary in 1948.
A church official recalls an industrial magnate who kept a desk full of cards under “Church” and funds church work, contrasting critics who dismiss religion with the gospel as humanity’s sure anchor. Also notes a U N Palestine plan debate and Hampden-Sidney basketball without star Locke due to chickenpox.
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