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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1949
Page
4
Scientists and defense planners discuss the dream of a space ship reaching Earth orbit and operating at a sustained attitude. A man made satellite is considered to solve radio problems and navigation, while government reports say current efforts are limited to studies and component designs.
A column discusses Parkinsons like palsy, its slow progression, mild facial stiffness, and fatigue. It notes medicines help control tremor but no cure. The article also covers cataract surgery decisions, stating operations are possible when one eye is ready, but require experienced judgment and individual considerations.
The 1948 loss of production time from strikes fell about four percent from 1947, sparking debate over Taft-Hartley Act effectiveness. Observers on both sides cite limited reductions and question causation, suggesting a cautious approach to modify objectionable features while continuing to observe long term effects.
The article notes a surprising payment from Russia involving the return of ships borrowed during the war and tweets the potential for improved relations. It discusses direct negotiations and the need for open minds to reach an agreement, amid mentions of aviators reporting swift planes moving at high speeds.
The Leaders Bible Class at Calvary Methodist held a memorial service led by C Albert Gilser with tributes to W L Ramsburg and others. Oran Lease spoke on memorials, Grayson Stevens sang, M E Crum led singing, and Mrs Ed H Mantz presided at the organ. Attendance totaled 114 with 55 Blues 55 Reds and 4 visitors. The executive board convenes Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. in the chapel. John Grove to speak next Sunday.
Wheat at 220 dollars per bushel appears alongside corn at 6990 dollars per barrel and Bartley at 1.26 dollars per bushel in a compact price listing. The entry records commodity quotations with no additional context or commentary.
Eecalems from The Columns Of The News recount a fire near George Warner's North Market street home where a lamp knocked over caused a small blaze. The eldest child led siblings to safety as others fought flames. Also note Harvey Lease sold a 1750 pound steer to Burck and Zacharias and a bank incident at Frederick Counts National Bank. A patent grant is reported for a feed mechanism by McChineck Young of Frederick and Bradley Cisanogle displays a hawk.
Local notes from the January 10 1929 issue describe incidents in Durant and Middletown including a horse or car related escape in parish matters, a judge citing contempt of court for juror contact, and injuries from an auto crank accident involving a Jefferson clerk. The entry also mentions Rev Span gler delivering a visa to a congregation.
President Truman asked Congress to raise payroll taxes and broaden Social Security coverage, boosting the annual tax load on business and the public by about 6.6 billion dollars with July start. The plan adds nearly 2 billion in payroll taxes and 4 billion in corporate excise and income taxes, plus a proposed 260 million health insurance levy.
A fragment suggests a cautious note on the first snowfall in Tennessee, with hints of colder air and partial clearing skies. No precise dates, places, or names.
Fragmentary OCR list shows several student names and locations, including Rosie e8, Miss Nutay, Miss Diane Demma, Coloni Pain, Miss Sue Kemeine, and Miss Hope Washburn. Mentions Arlington Virginia and Searsdale, N. Readable bits point to a school yearbook roster or class listing with unclear details.
Parents report their missing daughter Audrey Lee Smith from Mary Washington College after a Friday night room check. Description: 5 feet 2 inches, 130 pounds, brown ear-length hair, green coat, brown and white suitcase, last seen near Frederic et. No boyfriend involved, sister Mary Louise Smith and Robert L. Smith seek information as authorities check Woodsboro and surrounding areas.
Auction dated Monday shows Livestock Sales handling more than 4410 animals with total value near 2400 dollars. Cattle and veal accounted for about half, hogs around forty percent, while sheep and lambs made up the remainder. Prices and precise totals varied by class.
Dr Theodore Brameld professor of educational philosophy at New York University will speak Thursday at eight oclock in Frederick High School as part of Frederick County Teachers Association winter program series. He will discuss What Can We From UNESCO and its role in promoting international cooperation in education art and science.
A Frederick County agricultural society meeting was held with a prayer led by Mrs Turner. The session adjourned to February with Leroy Haff hosting and leading the program, as legislative action on a pari mutuel bill appeared unlikely.
Truman briefs Harold Keats on AMVETS platform and veterans benefits. He backs low cost housing broad social security credits for service, opposes an expansive pension scheme, and praises veteran leadership. Keats gifts a life AMVETS membership. Truman jokes about eligibility. Ed Johnson blames brass for misalignment with recruits. Sikes argues reserves ensure peacetime readiness.
A reflective piece recalls a British officer who refused to lose his bearings or “go native” amid jungle pressures. The narrative contrasts steadfast self control with the degradations of environment, urging memory of past honor and background. A second note reports Baltimore city seeking dismissal of a Maryland Public Service Commission request for temporary rate increases by Chesapeake and Potomac Telephone Co.
An advice column explores marital distance after early marriage and children, urging that forgiveness is unlikely and promoting companionship instead. Another reader asks about business secrecy in marriage and is told silence is safest, while a final note discusses childless marriages and personal choices about children.
The Creagerstown St Johns Evangelical Lutheran church held its annual congregational supper meeting with Pastor Helwig presiding. A program followed with piano solos by Nancy Helwig, readings by Russell G. Carter, and a barber shop quartet. New church officers were elected including Francis Long president and Eugene Lare treasurer.
Frederica city Recreation Commission launches a winter program despite a tight budget. Youth and adults can join crafts, youth sports, and two new adult activities square dancing and games with no charge or obligation. Weekly schedule includes street and school venues for basketball, table tennis, dancing, needle craft, and senior boys basketball at Frederick High School. Lincoln High School activities to be announced after student survey.
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