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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 1949
Page
4
Dr. Robert N. McMurry reports a survey of 1167 college trained men in their first jobs. Only 58 percent became permanent employees with firms that trained them. He cites seven traits including perseverance self reliance and ability to accept responsibility as indicators of maturity.
A columnist explains the origin of the Hog on Ice phrase noting it derives from an Irish or Scottish ice sport term using a block of hog towed on ice. The piece reflects on how old sayings add color to language and deserve preservation. Also brief notes on flowers blooming and market prices for wheat and corn.
Auctioneer Harvey F Lease sold at the Court House a jet improved two story brick dwelling on West Patrick Street to George Moore for 402.50 dollars. A letter to the editor laments late street cleaning and hazards from dark crossings. Following the election of directors of Wall Savings Bank the board met.
January 3 1929 notes dryly recount community items including property sale and a school attendance remark. Roger Brooke Taney related property at 121 South Bentz Street changed hands to Mr and Mrs Edward Measell. A two story brick house and lot once used as a summer home of the famed jurist now belongs to the Measells. Ice and vanities mention imply period curiosities and weather references.
A compilation of Dorothy Dix Q and A pieces about choosing a wife, observing the mother as a predictor, whether to marry at any age, and coping with an abusive marriage. Notable letters discuss bachelor thoughts, family dynamics, and a wife’s resilience against a drunken, unfaithful husband.
Mr and Mrs Mahlon N Haines of Pa visit Frederick for a routine stop at his local shoe store chain. The article mentions his reputation as a prominent shoe retailer and discusses plans or descriptions for a house or showroom layout with architectural details including a basement heating plant.
Washington Daybook notes a looming House revolt led by Charley Halleck against Speaker Joe Martin amid GOP tensions. The piece portrays Halleck as a right wing leader pressuring for tough action on the New Deal and foreign aid while detailing rivalries with Martin. It also highlights an unlikely friendship between Hubert Humphrey and Russell Long, freshmen senators who grew close at the University of Louisiana.
Stanwood outlines draft regulation clarifications with Maryland Selective Service officials. State director Colonel Henry C. S. says local boards have no power to create new codes and recent instructions emphasize access to the draft under existing law.
Extended forecast calls for a cooling trend this week with a mix of snow or rain. Temperatures near seasonal averages and modest precipitation are expected across the area. A separate historical line mentions Edward VI and a 1347 prohibition on exporting horses to Scotland.
A Washington dispatch argues the new Congress signals a liberal agenda favoring labor power, increased social spending, and tax shifts while warning of risks to American capitalism, debt, and dollar stability amid Cold War tensions. It contrasts Britain’s socialist pressures with U S managerial class challenges.
Gaithersburg and Rockville social roundup reports visits and dinners among local families. Mrs Reba Davis and Miss Helen Davis house guests of Mr and Mrs George Darby. Mrs Frederick J Brunner returns to Fairfield. numerous hostings at dinners and parties in honor of relatives and friends. long editorial on postwar economic trends and political concerns.
A jumble of birthdays and historical notes lists figures from Caesar A Rodney to James Pilkington with birthplaces and death dates, plus stray “Today in History” lines such as the telegraph strike of 1670 and the 1943 Guadalcanal action. It also previews forecasts and remarks on adventurous tendencies for the day.
The State Roads Commission awarded western and eastern approach contracts for the Chesapeake Bay Bridge. Nelle O Teer Co of Durham NC won the western approach and C J Langenfelder and Son Inc won the eastern. Both contracts match the Williams Company bid, but Williams failed to meet bond requirements by December 31.
A fragmented Q and A piece covers Old Faithful eruptions lasting up to ninety minutes, Roosevelt’s brief legislative term and Dakota years, early radio presidency claims to Harding, and a note on Red Sea biblical references and ancient changes. The text includes sporadic names and dates with unclear context.
Two arrests were docketed after a night incident involving a Jonn colored Lime Kiln and Charles F. Roberts. Officers Kanede Carty and Twentey made the arrests following a store robbery at Safeway grace store. The hold up occurred when a man posing as a new employer gained entry and took 1816 in cash and checks.
Dr. E Linwood Alyers elected president of Frederics County Dental Society at a December meeting in Hotel. Dr Leonard highlighted fluoride’s potential to cut child decay by 25 to 41 percent and urged routine use in private practice and schools, while cautioning against fluoride dentifrices lacking proven benefit.
The Maryland Council of Retail Merchants Inc was formed with no local units and aims to unite retailers across the state through chambers of commerce boards and trade groups. Sam W Maples Jr was named secretary, with Odelle Leiter and Hubert I Bieck among officers and a slate of directors announced. The group seeks to foster welfare and cooperation among Maryland retailers and combat abuses in the trade. First place in life insurance placements for 1933 was earned by Otho J Belier of the Baltimore branch, who joined New York Life in 1926 and holds professional designations and council memberships. Brow received congratulations on his 82nd birthday with family and church service noted.
The 24 hour precipitation amount is reported as a trace with measurable rainfall not specified. Yesterday's high reached 19 degrees with last year’s high at 32. Last night’s temperature was 32, compared with 24 a year ago.
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