Flying Saucers Stir Public Curiosity Across Nation
Reports of mysterious flying objects spark widespread speculation. Army Air Forces opened a preliminary inquiry but dropped it for lack of solid data. Navy denies relation to new naval experiments called Flying Flapjacks. Experts warn of herd psychology while observers link sightings to space travel or optical illusions, amid a nation enamored with odd phenomena.
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Army Air Forces
Navy
San Francisco
Fistly
Chicago
Vacation Time as Peak Summer Travel Arrives
The piece notes that vacationing peaks in July with Independence Day travel spurring a nationwide rush, peaking through Labor Day as roads and lodgings feel the strain, while many already view 1947 vacations as memories and plan to return to ordinary routines. More people than ever are touring, yet returning home remains appealing.
Frank admission to learn requires will to work
N. A. Lufburrow laments that education and opportunity exist in schools and books, but success demands effort, time, and steady enthusiasm. He notes people learn more slowly than they should because they fail to apply themselves.
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Luf
N. A. Lufburrow
Fifty Years Ago Local Items From the News July 12 1897
A horse backed into William Zimmerman’s peanut stand at Square Corner and toppled it. The United Fire Company dance at Brad dock Heights will light up the season with pavilion grounds illuminated and refreshments. Mr Thomas B Chapline returned home from Montgomery county. A severe electric storm struck Tarksville hitting the Southern Methodist parsonage, damaging the house and stunning occupants Mrs W Saunders and daughter. Local logic witticisms about looks and a foregone fish tale close the item.
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William Zimmerman
United Fire Company
Braddock Heights
Thomas
Chapline
Friends
Montgomery County
Tarksburg
Southern Methodist Church
W. Saunders
Twenty Years Ago Local Items From The Columns Of The News
Twenty Years Ago Of The News notes July 12 1927 report a new record at the municipal swimming pool with 834 admitted as the heat rose to 6. Anxiety over earthquake reports in Jerusalem surrounds Rev. Dr. H. G. Kieffer while he is in the Holy Land. Auto mobile tourists from 22 states total 733 registered at the West Patrick Street tourist camp since its May 25 reopening.
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the News
H. G. Kieffer
Jerusalem
Dorothy Dix Says: Make pets of wives or husbands who can’t cook
Dorothy Dix reflects on marriages strained by unrealistic expectations. She argues the cure is making the best of what you have, focusing on your partner’s good points, and avoiding seeks for a perfect mate. Many couples drift toward divorce due to unmet ideals, but commitment and appreciation can restore harmony.
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Dorothy Dix
Connecticut
Marys
Johns
Marrriage
Mary
Crackers
Jas
Beli Syndicate, Inc
Strength For Today Be Earths Roots By L Douglass D D
The author compares people to trees stressing roots over branches during storms. He warns modern hunger persecution and war threaten civilization, arguing only religious faith and human will can sustain humanity when branches fall. He cautions lawmakers rely on treaties but roots lie in hearts and awe.
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Eart L. Douglass
D. D
Coorsight Babson Newspaper Srna
Vacation talk and summer diversions in Frederick county
The note lists vacation destinations from Canada to Atlantic City and Virginia Beach, highlights mid summer buys, and recounts local entertainments. It mentions theaters, parades, weddings, a flying saucer scare, church and civic events, and ongoing public works and police concerns. Readers are urged to travel or enjoy nearby amusements while summer passes.
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Canada
Atlantic City
Virginia Beach
Truman
Frederick Memorial Hospital
Middletown
Questions And Answers About Bank Sanctions Purpose
The answer explains that international Bank sanctions target stricken or failing nations to influence their policies by limiting access to money and financial resources. They aim to pressure governments to change behavior while supporting development in the long term.
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International Bank
Word study and weather hints from a 1947 quiz page
A mixed page notes pronunciation puzzles and word usage with examples such as mispronounced phrases and the innate gentleness of Lincoln. It includes a short item about a jet plane over Jamestown and a science Q&A listing bone count, sunspot size from January 1947, and ingredients of modern seating wax.
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Lincoln
Labor unions urged to ignore Taft-Hartley limits
The American Federation of Labor claims Congress cannot regulate union election spending and calls for direct use of funds for political campaigns. The bulletin argues unions may buy radio time print ads and host speakers to discuss candidates positions without restrictions while corporations could gain similar freedoms if the provision is struck down.
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Washington
American Federation of Labor
Ill General Counsel
Activites
America
Legal Department
Congress
A. F. of L
Community Notes and Local Social Highlights
Germantown guests of Mr and Mrs James Davis include Mr and Mrs Monroe Davis Mrs Denver Fitz and family Mr and Mrs Raymond Burns and family Mr and Mrs Geo Davis and family Mrs Edward R Beosius visits her parents Mr and Mrs Carroll Brown for a week Mr and Mrs William Rinhart sold their Germantown home to Mr and Mrs William Snyder and move to Gaithersburg Mrs Julian Waters confined to Washington sanitarium Takoma Park for treatment Callers at the Brown home included Mr and Mrs E R Brosius Mr Joe Le ong barger Miss Margaret Brosius and Mr and Mrs Edward Brosius Picnic July 19 at Montgomery Methodist church with entertainment by Browningsville Band An air safety note mentions autokinesis in eye training Noble Grands of Samaritan Rebekah Lodge No 51 LO OF held a July 3 picnic supper at the home of Edna Oden and Emma Grove The following stored for August victory basket plans were set The first railroad Diesel locomotive began regular service 13 years ago.
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Germantown
James Davis
Monroe Davis
Denver Fitz
Raymond Burns
Geo. Davis
Edward R- Beosius
Carroll Brown
William Rinhart
William Snyder
Gaithersburg
Julian Waters
Washington Sanitarium
Takoma Park
C. A. Brown
E. R. Brosius
Joe Leonbarger
Margaret Brosius
Edward Brosius
Ethel Renn
Mary Spurrier
Estella Zimmerman
Katherine Marmor
Grace Bidle
Celeste Thomas
Katherine Biser
Sue Remsburg
Mary Angleberger
Sadie Willard
Bessie Poole
Helen Catsail
Barnyard Fire Brigades Urged by Rutgers Extension Officials
NEA Service outlines a barn fire prevention plan with family roles and multiple fire tools in each building. Rutgers University experts say prompt organization, water buckets, extinguishers, axes, ropes, and assigned tasks can cut barn losses and protect households during fires.
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NEA
Liberty Corness
Paul Eberhardt
Rutgers Universit College of Agriculture
Eberhardt
Fie
Krueger
Speigiaist
Rutgers
Carroll County School Costs Analyzed From 1945 46 Report
The 1945 46 Carroll County Board of Education annual report details revenue of 692 220 68 and expenditures led by 390 561 63 for teachers salaries and instructional materials. Per pupil costs varied by town from 118 52 Westminster to 156 32 in Elmer Wolfe and 9250 per pupil for colored students. The report lists school buildings value, receipts, and the 1945 46 financial breakdown across general control instruction operation and maintenance.
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Westminster
Carrell County
Samuel M. Jenness
Board of Education of
Carroll County
Board of Education
State of
Maryland
Superintendent of Schools
State Department of Education
Iles Carrell
Sykesville
Manchester
Hampstead
Windsor
Elmer Wolfe
Clyde L. Hesson
Tanertown
Thomas H. Lege
Union Sundse
Mabel A. C. Necker
Finksburg
Roy R. Grim
Woodbine
C_ Robert Brilhart
G. Norman Hunter
Samuel 3. Jenness
John F Wooden, Jr
Ruth E DeVere
Charles E Beck
Maye E. Grimes
Philip S. Rover
Maud £ Granahan
Josephine West
Mee E. Prince
Pauline Peterson
Anna Z Roop
Holand Haifley
Eugene Walsh
Truman B. Cash
Reporters Quiz Shows Skepticism On Taft Hartley Act
Readers from several towns express doubt about the Taft Hartley Labor Act improving labor industry relations. Responses range from firm opposition to cautious hope, with some aligning to President Truman’s veto stance or private doubt about the act’s impact.
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Inere
Youth Has Second Mishap At Same Place
A 14 year old boy, Charles W. Ross, was struck by an automobile while crossing Church and Market streets at 1 p.m. on Friday. The Arlington, Virginia, driver, driving a car, caused lacerations and torn clothing as the bicycle was damaged. Insurance arrangements were made at the scene.
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Market
Charles W. Ross
Council Street
Arlington
Young Rose
Charles Bell
Social Etiquette Quiz on Meeting In-Laws
A brief exploration of introducing a mother-in-law when meeting a friend for the first time. It weighs two approaches, noting that a courteous title is preferred over a blunt label and suggesting a gracious alternative.
Court News and Notices From Montgomery County
Court actions include equity suits for absolute divorce and guardianship petitions. Marriage licenses issued to Newsham and Hickinec, Ailer and Eyler, Rodrick and Brockley, Mock and Longbrake. Property deeds record transfers worth tens to hundreds. County 4-H Campfire planned July 17 at Eugene Casey Farm. An airplane crash in Federalsburg injures two men from Chestertown. pilot Demarin and passenger Burgess treated at Easton hospital.
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Equity Forrest
Roberts
Grace D. Roberts
Jean L. Miss
Mary Catherine Bowlus
Ira Miss
Jesse A. Stine
Mary Ellen Stine
William Patrick Munk, Jr
Richard A. Newsham
Margaret L. Hlckinec
Washington
Charles W. Aliler
Betty iLou Eyler
Emmitsburg
Kiy E. Rodrick
Estela W Brockley
York
Richard F. Mock
Anna Jane Longbrake
Bruns- He
Emma V. Rit
Brightwell
County
Lee Burhong, Jr
Sidney R. Hickman
Lester E. Shafer
James E. Harris
Issa
Inijtred
Yederalsburg
Federalsburg
Easton Memorial Hospital
Henry Demarin
L. Maxwell Burgess
Chestertown
Demarin
Burgess
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Hansenville
M. I. Rove Lime Company
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Daniel Defoe
Robinson Crusoe
Alexander Selkirk
Caotaways
H. A. Stallings
Adamstown
N. W. Gaither
Brunswick
H. L. Barger
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P. Kieffer Main
Mr. Pleasant
A. T. Eaves
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Bennett L. Lightbown
Arva Lo May
Arva L. Mayito
Roger H. Geisbert
Dorothy FL Keyes
Dorothy E Keyes
Powers
Attorner
Helen B. Skinner
Robert J. Boswell
A. E. Boswell
Kathryn Grebe
Bessie L. Hickmen
Lee Bushong, Jr
Eugene Casey
All-States Inn
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Robert Hanson
Amy Fry
Fred Hays
Jack Gaither
Merle Howes
Bertr Jane King
Edward Mayne
Dorothy Emerson
Milo S. Downey
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