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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1942
Page
4
A damaged OCR fragment from The News expresses policy on corrections and opinions. It notes correction of defaming reputations and requires real writer names. It appears from a Freder iek Maryland office imprint dated Monday July 6, 2332, second class matter.
The piece argues that amid fresh pessimism over wartime setbacks, proven facts show the United Nations can replace losses and grow stronger while the Axis incurs irrecoverable costs. It stresses resolve, sacrifice, and patient endurance as essential to victory, noting the enemy leads the war but gains only courage for liberty’s defense.
The Office of Price Administration Henderson rules campaigning for election is an essential activity and candidates are entitled to special motor fuel rations to present qualifications to voters. In rationed regions this may trigger complaints that some areas receive less air time than others during election periods. Officials decide who is important enough to receive fuel, a reminder that victory in war may end rationing and its inconveniences.
The write up contrasts politicians with rulers, noting the burdens and public blame politicians bear for taxes and crises while pondering their integrity. It recalls the first London directory begun by Charles I to list citizens who could lend him money.
Iedson notes wartime economy tightens. Henderson warns of shortages ahead and rationing hitting small business, wholesalers, retailers, and service firms. The piece cites widespread employment in aircraft factories, salvage pilots, and auto industry shifts, with tough subsidy questions for survival.
A compact quotation from Job 8 22 and Milton expressing themes of hate and reconciliation. The lines contrast divine judgment with the possibility of healing when deep wounds exist, reflecting a moral reflection rather than a news item.
MR JOSEPH ROSENSTOCK DIED at the family home 12 East Second Street in his 73rd year. A Bavaria native he came to this country young and ran a large clothing and furnishing shop on East Patrick Street now run by his sons Aaron and Jacob. MR MEADE CROMWELL OF the Board of County Commissioners killed a large rattlesnake at his Buckeystown residence, it was in the wall crawl under the door sill. KICKING MATCH AT Groff Park featured John Syburk Charles Lipps Calvin Crum George Crum and Adam Abrecht with heights of seven feet and six and a half feet. MISS CLIDA STALEY ENTERTAINED many friends at her East South Street residence as The Dyer Bros harmonica quartet provided music on harmonica and autoharp. MESSRS C BE MEALEY AND Wm QUING drove into the country Zach Thomas place. a horse reared at a corn shelter and threw Mr Quinn injuring his right arm as the wagon passed over part of his body.
Twenty years ago local notes from The Columne Of The News dated July 20 1922 report higher meat prices due to a railroad strike beef up two tents pork up five cents a pound Frederick's new tourist camp popular with 183 tourists the largest in the state Frederick split a doubleheader with Waynesboro 3-2 and 3-1 Jer and Neptune homered in the first game Timerson and Stevens pitched the second game United States Marines may be invited to en camp near the city to reenact the Battle of Monocacy with the new chamber of commerce board directors elected June 2.
George Tucker reviews Irving Berlin’s This is the Army opening for Army Emergency Relief and his Holiday Inn film with Bing Crosby. Berlin discusses morale, reception, and the army’s thumbs up, noting no changes needed. He also mentions songs for holidays and the famed White Christmas. Suitors for Captain Tilton’s daughters move heavy stones as part of a Rhode Island tale.
The article weighs a possible German winter offensive in the Caucasus and its impact on Russia, the oil threat to Allied lines, and the potential penalties if the U N forces fail to open a Western front. It also analyzes reasons for Allied delays, including transportation, U-boat, and North Africa operations, and notes Russia’s endurance and the need for promised aid.
State administrator Walter N. Ruth reports Maryland bought about 36.7 million in war savings bonds from July 1 to 15, with Baltimore at 5.5 million and a 74 percent rise over June. State total up 45 percent, 32 counties meeting or beating quotas, Baltimore City allotted 10.8 million of a 13.5 million state goal.
Frederick Moore, veteran American newspaperman, writes a revealing account of behind the scenes in the Japanese embassy before the war. He discusses Japan's push to war, Kurusu's hopes, and Admiral Nomura’s efforts to avert conflict. The book argues Japan seeks US compromise while warning of future dangers and praises Roosevelt and Hull policy.
An essay reflects on a Babylonian brick stamped by royalty with a stray dog track. It contrasts the divine imprint of God on humanity with the dog tracks of weakness from years of indulgence. The piece urges restraint and moral renewal to avoid defacing the soul.
The 24 hour precipitation ending at 8 am was none. July precipitation totals show 3.50 inches so far in 1941, with 1.15 inches short of normal. Yesterday high 97, low last night 74, values compared to last year 85 and 33 respectively. Sun sets at 4:35 pm, rises 6:00 am. Moon rises 2:04 pm, sets 12:44 am. Rivers: Monocacy near Ceresville cloudy, Potomac at Knoxville clear.
Clayton K. Watking filed his candidacy with Montgomery County election supervisors to succeed himself as clerk of the Circuit Court. He was endorsed for the nomination by the Democratic congress meeting in Rockville Tuesday night.
German radio announces Heinrich Himmler as chief of police says mixed bathing will be permitted without swimsuits. Men and women may bathe alone or in mixed groups as long as behavior does not offend decency. Nude bathing had been allowed only in special enclosures.
A compact list of historical anniversaries and birthdays. Figures include John Ireland Howe born 1793 in Ridgefield Conn, Fanny Jatauschek born 1830 in Prague, Alexander L. Holley born 1882 in Lakeville Conn, Joan Augustin Daly born 1838 in Plymouth NC, Talcott Williams born 1840 in Turkey, Richard J. Reynolds born 1850 in Patrick Co Va. notable events range from 1775 fasting day to 1941 British propaganda efforts and more reflective items like 1923 Pancho Villa’s assassination. Birthdays feature Brig Gen Alvert M. Jones born 1890s, Dr Herbert E. Bolton born 1870s, Judge Wiley B. Rutledge born 1890s, pianist Ernest Hutcheson, and others with varied origins. Horoscope notes steady service and quiet strength guiding recognition.
A brief note on usage and pronunciation of common words highlights dauntless as fearless not easily intimidated. It links example sentence to show its meaning as embodying resolute bravery and steady composure under pressure.
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