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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1947
Page
4
Dorothy Dix argues that mothers alone cannot raise children and that fathers play a crucial, balancing role. She condemns overreliance on mothers and explains how paternal absence or interference harms adolescents, urging two-parent partnership for healthy upbringing.
The article argues Britain and France resist Russian cooperation while the United States faces a choice between costly European relief plans and possible congressional approval. It notes Moscow’s position and warns that any large spending program must pass Congress.
The text argues that enduring political stability under a continuing government fosters enterprise and employment, enabling national prosperity. It notes West Point Military Academy produced 15,285 graduates from 1802 to June 1935.
Fifty years ago on July 8 1897 trains of the Baltimore and Ohio were derailed near Monrovia leaving cars smashed in a heap. A force of men labored to clear the obstruction but no injuries were reported. A young man on South Street fired a blank revolver at two passing women alarmed by the incident. One woman caught fire from a dress burn and a hole was burned in fabric. the offender was fined one dollar. An auction was announced for the Emmitsburg Railroad property near Rocky Ride about seven miles distant. A Republican party split surfaced as factions from Motter and Haffner wings demanded county central committee meetings on the same day.
July 1927 notes report theft of cigarettes and cash at a railroad station. Frederick County Agricultural Society prepares for grounds extension. M J Grove Lime Company workers relocate county road east of the grounds. Mrs C W Gregory and children return from visits to Richmond and Buckroe Beach.
Dr and Mrs Malcolm C Stickney returned home after a three week west tour covering over 5000 miles. They visited the Black Hills Nebraska Cheyenne Denver Estes Park Grand Lake Pike's Peak and noted heavy snow banks and flood devastation in South Dakota and Missouri crops improving in Kansas and floods along elevated roads.
R. Rush Lewis, a longtime farmer, writes to defend Frederick County soil and conservation efforts. He rejects doom-and-gloom talk, defends ongoing farming prudence, and cites personal practice of conservation while expressing faith in the land and future.
NEA correspondent reviews Lewis H. Constroe’s critique of Navy life in ON My Sea Chest. The book lampoons social caste and etiquette in Annapolis style, railroading officers and reservists through pomp and rigidity while exposing graft and privilege at sea and in Washington.
A Maryland court suit seeks $10,000 damages over the death of the plaintiffs’ son after a Blue Ridge Bus Company vehicle struck him on a Route Mercer road. The plaintiffs allege reckless operation, naming Mrs. Hamilton and attorneys Storm and Bower.
A fragmented ethical note urges careful self-expression through purposeful action. It proposes choosing a clear aim and pursuing it via unselfish causes to ensure personal fulfillment.
Washington July 8 analysis notes that unions misreading the Taft Hartley Act may seek nonwritten contracts while the law requires written terms if requested. It explains that verbal bargains still form enforceable contracts and outlines 60 day strike notice and definitions of strike and conspiracy.
Braddock Heights Volunteer Fire Company plans a carnival from July 1 to 19 on the Vindobona Hotel field. Events include home cooked food bingo ferris wheel and nightly entertainment with a display of new free fighting equipment. Proceeds fund local fire protection while committee members manage tickets food sanitation advertising and finance.
A brief essay by Earl L. Douglass reflects on how Europe's 1453 fall of Constantinople and 1493 attention to Columbus spurred discovery and progress. It notes a paradox where declines in one area can drive gains elsewhere, citing U S farm milk production trends from 1946 to 1947.
Doctor outlines how sugar in urine signals diabetes and the role of insulin. Diet is crucial with weight guidance and regular meals. some patients need insulin. The text advises seeking a physician for proper treatment and individualized plans.
The page teaches pronunciation and spelling, focusing on common misuses. It highlights words like juvenility meaning youthfulness and notes tips for widening vocabulary with a daily word.
HAL BOYLE assesses Field Marshal Albert Kesselring as a towering WWII figure whose death sentence for war crimes was commuted to life. The piece traces his rise from foot soldier to Luftwaffe commander, notes his Italian front actions, and discusses his controversial Ardeatine cave executions and subsequent sentencing.
Mr and Mrs LeRoy Sowell hosted a July 4 picnic at Fishing Creek for LeRoy Sowell s birthday. Attendees included Goodyear Baltimore representatives and Lowell Tire and Battery employees with their spouses and friends. A supper was followed by games and greetings from numerous local families.
A hostess event advises guests to enter the dining room when called. The piece contrasts lingering versus following instructions to assist the hostess. It also notes a government training plan for coal mine manpower, including one year of pre apprenticeship and two years of actual apprenticeship.
Veterans Committee investigation in Clinton Iowa supported building a new VA hospital at Iowa City while recommending temporary use of Schick General as a rehabilitation facility. Despite backing for Schick, officials maintained Hawley position favoring a new center near University Hospital.
More than 200 Ladies of Charity from the Archdioceses of Baltimore and Washington toured Emmitsburg for a pilgrimage to the Shrine of Mother Seton. They lunched at Emmitsburg High School, then gathered at St Joseph's College for a meeting presided by Gertrude Horigan. Father Salvator Burgio spoke as plans included Benediction and a Mt St Mary’s chapel visit recalling Elizabeth Seton’s life and Mass attendance.
Mountain City Lodge No. 29 installed new officers Monday night at Pythian Castle. Deputy Grand Chancellor Milton E. Akers presided with Edward J. Akers Mehri E Morgan G Sam Shipley and Lourren L. Welty assisting as chancellor commander Raymond A. Haugh Sr Vice Chancellor David Fate Lewis W. Putman Oscar W. Keyser and S Elmer Brown filled secretary roles Ralph A. Putman treasurer Gary L. Guerba Master of Work Charlie W. Baugher inner guard William H. Hum outer guard Leon N. Gross and Lourren L. Welty classified as representative to the Grand Lodge with G William Shipley as alternate.
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