Social gospel woes and rising fundamentalism across America
An examination of declining membership and finances in mainline denominations as liberal social gospel ideas lose ground to fundamentalist churches. It notes growth for Mormon, Seventh-day Adventist, Nazarene, and Pentecostal groups, and cites a skeptical view of the social gospel’s divisive impact. The piece includes a reader letter debating obedience to laws versus conscience.
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America
Episcopal Church In
Methodist Church
Southern Baptists
South
North
Northern Baptist Convention
National Conference of Churches of Christ In America
Jesus Christ
Frederick County
Church of Latter Day Saints
Mormon Church
Moroni
The
Faith
Salt Lake City
Frederick
Seventh-day Adventist Church
Atlantic City
Church of the Nazarene
Caesar
God
Our Adventure In Freedom On This Fourth Of July We Reflect
A Fourth of July essay argues the United States must balance liberty with social stability amid war, polarization, and debate. It notes the nation’s enduring venture in freedom, warns against violence and flag symbolism, and urges discrimination between extremes and prudent change within the American system. It recalls Civil War era resolve and the role of dissent in shaping history.
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Arnold Toynbee
Southeast Asia
Letters to the Editor on education and local issues
An assemblage of reader letters from Frederick County addressing education funding and policy, machinist trade concerns, and the use of Rose Hill Manor for a political rally. Frank Bradley argues against closing Machine Shop and urges taxpayer‑backed support. Mrs. Edward N. Hallock and John A. Morrison frame education, religion, and social costs. Robert L. Marsh, Sr. denounces political rallies at historical landmarks.
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Frederick County
Governor Thomas Johnson High School
Board of Education
T.J
Piles and labor battalion commence park undergrowth removal
A labor battalion of 15 men from Maryland State Reformatory for males began undergrowth removal on Maryland's new picnic grounds near the war correspondents memorial arch at Gathland State Park. The Mayor and Board of Aldermen plan inspection trips of municipal facilities, starting with Thursday's tour of local water facilities.
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Maryland
Gathland State Park
Board of Aldermen
Two-Car Collision at Middle Alley and Fourth Street
Police report a northbound car on Middle Street failed to yield to a westbound vehicle at Middle Alley Fourth Street. Damages were 250 and 300 dollars with no injuries. Also, Baker Park picnic planned for children this week with playground treats Friday hosted by recreation commission.
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Middle Alley
Fourth Street
Middle St
Summer Park Committee
Baker Park
The
Recreation Commission
Our Founding Ideals and Old Virtues From Hoover Era Reflections
The piece contrasts democracy and revolution, stressing the American aim to achieve the greatest good for the greatest number. It urges humility, service, and old virtues as a path to better governance and world peace, citing religious faith, integrity, loyalty, economy, and patriotism. It closes with a meditation on courage and kindness as universal virtues.
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Miami
Sherwood Anderson
Sir
Edward N. Hallock
Broadview Acres
Frederick, Md
U.S. Department of Commerce
John A. Morrison
Warner Press
Frank Bradley
North Market St. Frederick
Robert L. Marsh
Thurmont
News-Post
Joe Eisenhauer
Russia
Ussr
Herbert Hoover
New England
Einstein
Edison
Caruso
Emerson
Berry
Olte
NEA
Frchive
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