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Newspaper

News

Location

Frederick, Maryland, United States of America

Date

Jul 08, 1942

Page

5

Deaths of Mrs Mepalbah Etchison and Edward Spurr

Mrs Mepalbah E Etchison widow of Henry N Etchison formerly of Urbana died suddenly at Mother Jones Nursing Home Hyattsville at 7 30 p m aged 87 She left a son Joe Walter Smith Urbana two nieces and a nephew Funeral Friday at 11 A M from 10 East Church Street with interment in Kemptown cemetery M R Etchison and Son funeral directors Edward H Spurr a retired Potomac Edison employee died suddenly at his Middletown home at 9 P M age 66 years seven months 15 days He is survived by wife Annie V Snurr and six children Mrs B B Early Chamb ersburg Pa Mrs Roscoe Sigler Ellicott City Mrs John Zeigler Enola Pa son Guy Frederick and Robert Baltimore Two sisters and four brothers Also surviving Funeral services Friday 2 30 P M at Middletown Reformed Church with interment in Lutheran cemetery Cole family funeral directors C M La Rue Columbus Marion LaRue died Sunday in King's Daughters Hospital Martinsburg at about 75 He was born in Harpers Ferry moved to Martinsburg nine years ago after his wife Miss Mattie Reeder of Harpers Ferry He is survived by four sons George Robert Woodrow Martinsburg William Winchester and eight daughters Mary Grace LaRue Mrs Harry Copenhaver Mrs Henry Ricker Mrs Helen Palmer and Mrs Kenneth Broyles Martinsburg Mrs Ella Powell Grafton and Mrs William Lloyd Washington plus two brothers N B Buffalo and Warren Luke three sisters Mrs R L Evans Harpers Ferry Mrs Hallie Pope Washington and Mrs Ella Large Turtle Creek and twelve grandchildren Funeral services held Tuesday in Martinsburg with interment in Bolivar Lutheran cemetery.

Mrv Mepalbah E. Etchison Hopsibah FE. Etchison Henry N. Etchison Urbana Mother Jones Hyattsville Jacob W Elvira Kindley Davis Methodist Church Joe Walter Smith East Church Street Kemptown M. R. Etchison and Son Edward H. Spurr Potomac Edison Middletown Potomac Edison Company Annie V. Snurr B. B. Early Chambersburg Roscoe Sigler Ellicott City John Zeigler Enola Guy Frederick Robert Baltimore Arch Toms Guy Earhart Albert James Leitersburge Gracen Waynesboro Charles Philip E. Savier Middletown Reformed Church C. M. la Rue Columbus Marion LaRue King's Daughters Hospital Martinsburg Harpers Ferry Mattie Reeder Harper's Ferry Moses Sarah Meddler LaRue George Hallie Pope Washington Ella Largue Turtle Creek Bolivar

Local Servicemen and Families Noted in Area Visits

Sgt. Mervin L. Guyton stationed at Langley Field Va visits his parents near Burkittsville and will return to his post Thursday. Mrs. Sam Neikirk of Orange Texas visits relatives near Frederick and may stay through the summer. Bernard O. Phelps and his wife of Washington visit his parents in Jefferson. Master Robert G. Tuck of Point of Rocks marks his first birthday Sunday. Austin W. Cramer and wife of Woodsboro celebrate birth of a daughter June 30, both mother and child reportedly well.

Mervin L. Guyton Langley Field Va Daniel Guyton Burkittsville Guyton Sam Neikirk Orange Tex Emory G Nusz Rock Hill Frederick Bernard O. Phelps Washington Benjamin O Phelps Jefferson Robert G. Tuck Point of Rocks Austin W. Cramer Woodsboro

With Company 50 Years Is Feted At Dinner

The oldest employee of the M. J. Grove Lime Company was honored at a dinner at Vindobana Braddock Heights Tuesday evening after completing fifty years with the firm. Charles Clingan of near Frederick received defense bonds and cash as 50 year recognition. Foremen, superintendents, and other officials attended, about 25 people total. Remarks were made by Robert B. Crother the president, and James H. Grove Jr treasurer. Mr. Clingan remains in active service.

M. J. Grove Lime Company Vindobana Braddock Heights Charles Clingan Frederick Clingan Robert B. Crother James H. Grove, Jr The Grove Frm

Numerous Insects Threaten Rubber Plant Pests Identified

More than 20 potential insect enemies of the rubber bearing guay ule plant are known. Grain markets show corn and wheat prices with wheat at 108 bushels, indicating market activity alongside pest notes.

Aliza air planes bomb Koe Pang targets

The report notes repeated bombing of Jap transports and airdromes at Koe Pang. It identifies Koe Pang as a Japanese target location in the Pacific theater.

Aliza Koepang Japan China Timor Sevastopol

Gasoline Rationing Begins For Trucks Taxis And Tractors

Frederick officials announced the start of service and nonhighway gasoline rationing registration. Registrars will issue S-1 and S-2 ration books for four months, with renewal limits. notes detail eligible vehicles and required business descriptions. Open centers at North Market and Park Way, with registrars guiding users through forms and renewal procedures.

Rwimei Sitlie da Atgesiensen Thursdas Frodey Ratoning Board Wil Informaten Regu

Fritchies Meet Bright Spots In League Play

The article notes a scheduled game between Fritchies and Bright Spots at Baker Park, part of the Jorn Cry Softbad League. It mentions lingering season fatigue and a high nest mortality concern among birds, with some authorities estimating up to fifty percent within two days after leaving the nest.

Jorn Cry Softbad Lonigat i Baker Park Barbara Fritche Tre Ned Om Meeday Nigns Apparees Bryes Ions Senedany

Local Hospital Reportes Recovery Notes From Frederick City Hospital

Several residents are noted as recovering from procedures or injuries at the Frederick City Hospital. Among them are Miss C Bess Castle of 205 Rockwell Terrace returning home after minor surgery, Mrs Benjamin Phelps of Jefferson, and Mrs Car Keller of Middletown recovering after an operation. Mr David M Barrick remains hospitalized after an automobile accident near Mt Pleasant.

C Bess Castle Rockwell Terrace Frederick City Hospital Benjamin ©. Phelps Jefferson David M. Barrick Mt. Pleasant

OPA Examines Individual Records Amid Budget Controversy

The Office of Price Administration faces scrutiny over authority to inspect personal files and enforce rationing rules. Officials clash over funding and procedural limits while urging compliance with oversight requirements and audit trails.

Local Red Cross first aid program to be shown Tuesday

The color film program on first aid and wound care is scheduled for Tuesday evening at 7 or 8 PM at the hall. Red Cross organizer Walce Ciwisy leads the event, promoting hemorrhage control, splinting, treatment, and bandaging to improve survival.

Wal Ce Ciwisy Red Cross Beederrek Fofiskets

Pageant Returns Next Tuesday At Lutheran Summer School

Capacity audience attended the pageant “The Luther and the Frangelicn Ladthernia” presented by prominent Lutherans. The show honors American independence and ends with a ceremonial flag presentation to Captain John Paul Jones. The production, by a 38-person cast, is repeated next Tuesday evening at Head College open grounds for the public.

Ladthernia Adendiig Head College Glock der Lutheran Church Philadelphia Joiar Paul Jones Cagpeleta Feon Gloria Devebureh Rew Sienfort Henry W. Smee Sroot Gees Ingion Santsu W Complete Dutiers Buffalo

Navy Pre Flight School Sees First Class Arrive in Athens

In Athens Georgia the U S Navy Pre Flight School welcomes its first class including Cadet Charles T Wright of Doubs Maryland. Wright trains in a three month conditioning course with potential transfer to a Navy primary flight center and later advanced instruction.

Athens US. Navy Charles T. Wright Doubs Wright Tatoon Two Company Fe Navy

15th Annual Dinterman Family Reunion at Mt Tabor Park

The Dinterman family reunion is set for Sunday July 19 at Mt Tabor Park Rocky Ridge with music by Cowboy Ray and His Band Wagon. Everyone is welcome as the event includes prayers, fellowship, and a party atmosphere.

Pat the Dinterman Mt. Tabor Park Rocky Ridge Cowboy Ray Band

Mid Summer Dance at St Johns High School Auditorium

Friday evening July 10 dances from 9 to 1 with music by Clark Sheetenheim and his Orchestra. Admission 35 cents for ladies and 30 cents for gentlemen tax included. War Production Board notes home heating tips and local businesses offer stokers and clean furnace services. Also listed are salvage buyers and Frederick Junk Company contact details.

St. John’s High School Clark Sheetenheim

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