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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 1944
Page
4
The New York press faced severe newsprint limits forcing Sunday papers to omit 169 columns of ads worth over 9000. Across many dailies, editorial and ad space shrank 22 percent since January, with war production areas most affected as population and circulation swelled after Pearl Harbor. Persistent paper shortages threaten further reductions in coming months.
Kansas wheat yields fall to about 100 million bushels from recent highs as the national stockpile diminishes. The United States begins the crop year with nearly 1.5 billion bushels, but heavy consumption by mills distilleries feed livestock and lend-lease programs reduces reserves to about 200 million or less. Analysts forecast Canada and Argentina to become the main global wheat suppliers within a year.
The Army Air Force Materiel Command at Wrightfield designed a new flying suit to aid aviators in winter and high altitude. It promises to make American flyers the most comfortable air crews, supporting safety and performance under harsh conditions. Citizens express pride as crews rise to meet severe cold and combat strain with calm fortitude.
Boyd W. Sonifrank of 125 West Fourth Street was arrested Saturday by Constable Charlies W. Smith on assault with intent to murder charges for attacking his brother in law James Stalling near Evergreety Point with a razor. Stalling was uninjured. Sonifrank likely faces a preliminary hearing in police court this evening.
Washington writer argues the Roosevelt administration inconsistently enforces wartime price controls, focusing on used car prices. He cites inflated marks, scarce affordability for workers, and potential safety risks from altered speedometers, urging OPA action based on 1941 blue book appraisals to curb profiteering.
Fifty years ago notes from The News columns dated January 31, 1804 report the Winebrenner building ornament removed to save potential bystanders, a M C A Literary Society debate on newspapers as educators, a Frederick Agricultural Society directorate appointment, fair space applications, a Visitation Academy masquerade, and Annapolis officials meeting Governor Brown on county bills.
A special meeting of the United Fire Company authorized purchase of a radio outfit for members at the engine house on South Market. Three persons were arrested and one alleged burglary reported in Brunswick. Two men pleaded guilty before US Commissioner Noel Haller and were bound for U S District Court. At the Bar Association annual meeting M G Urner named honorary president for life. Officers elected: President W Clinton McSherry, vice president Guy K Motter, recording secretary W F Linn, treasurer Hollen S Fates.
Today in History highlights key events and anniversaries from 13th Amendment adoption to postwar milestones. Birthdays list figures like Eddie Cantor and Tallulah Bankhead with origins and ages. a horoscope notes a pacific temperament and caution against excess in liberty.
Report shows precipitation 7% hours ending 8 am none for today and 3.54 inches since January. January normal 323 inches, actual January 1943 2358 inches. Yesterday high 43, previous year 30. Low last night 23, prior year 21. Sun sets 6.28 pm, rises tomorrow 2.19 am. Moon rises 12.53 pm, moon sets 4 am tomorrow.
Elton C Fay analyzes wartime rhetoric from Berlin Tokyo and Washington noting Germany and Japan face a death struggle. He cites Hitler seizing anniversary speech and Tokyo denials of peace while US and Britain demand victory and vengeance. Opinions vary on Japanese reaction and possible deception in prisoner treatment.
The piece notes Joram’s secret sackcloth worn beneath royal garments as a symbol of inner grief over Samaria’s siege and famine. It praises noble figures Florence Nightingale Jane Addams and Albert Schweitzer for inward compassion and selfless service to the suffering.
The Mid Valley Homemakers Club held a Tuesday sewing machine clinic for eleven members including Mrs Carroll Boyer and Mrs Charles Remsbers. Miss Jesse Hammerls, home demonstration agent, supervised as eleven machines were cleaned oiled and adjusted for foot, tension and stitch length. Attendees included Mrs Walter Coblentz Miss Margaret M Harley Mrs Lloyd G Coblentz Mrs Carl Keller Mrs Maynard Hawker Mrs Geo B Deans Mrs Margaret H House Mrs John H Coblentz Jr Mrs Carroll F E Boyer Mrs Kieffer Coblentz and Mrs Clyde Harshman. The clinic was at Mrs Lloyd G Coblents home.
Washington reports that over 11 000 news releases were issued by government offices in 1943. OWI led with 3400, WPB 2900, OWI 1100, Agriculture 860, and interior related agencies 730, with 40 other civilian war agencies. Army and Navy added millions of words separately. Publicity shifts toward handouts as officials avoid public statements due to gag rules and interagency coordination.
A Dorothy Dix column argues women will head major firms within two decades. It credits wives and mothers for thrift and financial skill, noting they stretch incomes, curb extravagance, and sustain families on tight budgets. The piece highlights domestic financial prowess as a prelude to future corporate leadership. It also includes a brief ad note about a rat terrier sale by G. Allen Kline.
A compact verse reference from Proverbs 30 17 and a note that obedience decks the Christian most citing Schiller. The line contrasts disrespect for parents with consequences and honors obedience as a virtue in Christian teaching.
Corporal Richard Baumgardner, once known as Dick Gardner, led Camp Pickett broadcasts of Three Cheers from Camp Pickett. The Camp Pickett News says his exuberance lifted the chorus and orchestra, with Baumgardner directing the Soldier Symphony and chorus from area 4 studio for the Richmond station airing Friday night.
The year rushes onward with hope and purpose, yet progress lags behind intentions as time speeds by and challenges arise. Read as a reflective note on pacing, ambition, and the gap between aims and achievements.
The Academy of Friendship of the local Women of the Moose plans Cha pter Night for next Wednesday at a closed meeting. January 24 discussions at Miss Katherine Orndorff home covered February events and a card party after Lent. Mrs. Cora O Hara won a prize, refreshments served, next gathering set for February 29 at Mrs. Geo Kemp’s home on East Patrick Street.
Association lists ration stamp validity for meats fats and other essentials. Brown stamps V and W valid through February 26. Green stamps G H J valid through February 20, K L M through March 20. Sugar stamps 30 and 40 valid through late February and March 31 for home canning. Shoes and Airplane stamp 1 indefinite. Gasoline coupons vary by region with 8-4 and 10-A coupons through February and March. B and C series through differing gallons. Fuel oil period coupons through February 7 in most areas and through March 13 or February 21 in others. later periods limited to the South with September 30 end. Units and quantities noted for each coupon series.
A compact column gives tips on correct permission phrasing May I instead of Can I and proper pronunciation of hiccup versus hiccough. It flags common misspellings Laundex versus Laundry and expands synonyms for need and essential terms. It cites a claim about six times as many swine per square mile in the American Corn Belt versus the Cotton Belt.
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