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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jul 29, 1942
Page
4
A 1942 notice from The News outlines correction procedures for erroneous reflections on individuals or firms. It states that communications lacking the writer’s real name will not be published and requires entry at the Frederic post office.
The American Industrial Salvage Committee backed by the War Production Board calls on citizens to collect scrap iron and steel rubber rags Manila rope burlap bags grease and cans and deliver them to junk dealers charities or local collection agencies. The plea asks neighbors to pool small amounts to cut handling costs and stresses that widespread voluntary effort will hasten the war effort.
American scientists reveal orange scraps yield 190 proof alcohol at a third the cost of molasses. Navies and powers clash as Nazi critics miss a double purpose. Cornell researchers report pigs fed ground corn and bad eggs gain about a pound daily.
Lieutenant Warmee joins in thanking The News for cooperation during Know Your Navy Week in Frederick. Ensign E. Dandridge offers gratitude to pubic spirited citizens and emphasizes public aid to the Navy Recruiting Service’s vital work. July 27, 1000 in Beharviny Mad.
Washington commentary argues the public misreads revenue needs for war funding and taxation of high incomes. It claims $25,000 plus earners would not finance the war and calls for inflation prevention through broad, proportional sacrifices and firmer price and wage controls.
A July 29, 1892 column notes a citywide electric outage darkening Park East Church street and southern areas. Mayor Fleming and aldermen urged investigation into the recurring fault. Albert L. Pearre returned from a Maryland Pennsylvania bicyling trip visiting Antietam Hagerstown Waynesboro. Nine year old Frank Abrecht survived a rope swing accident after a rope tethered to his wrist lifted him about 12 feet before breaking. Charles F. Markell serenaded in Rio de Janeiro as Rio secretary. C C Humrick’s carriage hit by a rock at Piney Hill near Liberty, revealing the assailants from Singanore district and a constable helped settle the dispute.
In Hagerstown masked men beat strip and tarred two strike breakers at Wester Marland Baspards. Empire Theater closes after tonight for renovations by August 12 reopening under manager Walter S. Decker. John J. Schmidt resigns as assistant superintendent to join Frederick Iron and Steel as works manager. Pittsburgh newspaper man damages semaphore at Square Corner, nearly hits Officer John Adams.
The Artz Library introduces WOMAN YOU WANT TO BE by Margery Wilson and Practical suggestions on charm and conversation. Also listed are THIS CHEMICAL AGE by Williams Haynes, PERSONNEL ADMINISTRATION by Tead and Metcalf, WORLD'S LIVING RELIGIONS by Robert Ernest Hume, PHILOSOPHY OF SANTAYANE edited by Irwin Edman, and THE ALLEGHENY guided by Frederick Way.
New York review discusses William Saroyan’s optimistic view of humanity. The piece praises his faith in people, notes his past works feature hopeful characters, and highlights his self-financed drama and belief in his own greatness.
Reports say German forces crossed the lower Don and reached the Sal and Manych as the Red Army falls back in what Moscow calls a grave situation. British and Moscow sources note uncertain depths of advances and warn the Caucasus is at risk while a broader Allied second front remains elusive.
He announces autumn plans to stage his own works funded by himself with no actor paid more than fifty dollars a week. Casts will share profits, profits or none. Two plays to open Monday August include Talking to You and Across the Board on Tomorrow Morning.
Washington editor Edson grills the price control law as applied to farm goods. He notes ceilings on items such as rice apples hogs beef cattle and milk fail to align with farm prices and blame shifts to the Agriculture Department for setting and subsidizing prices. He warns of creeping inflation and key tensions between OPA and Agriculture over farm price policy.
Horoscope style note describes a strong character, diligent pursuit of aims and intelligent planning. Warns against dissipating energies in contention and emphasizes careful, systematic effort. Copyright notice appears in line with the item.
Carol Haller was raised to Bear Cub with gold and silver arrow points at a Tuesday meeting of Cub Pack No. 1 in the Presbyterian Sunday school social rooms. Billie Goodman and Harry Baker earned Walt Cub ranks, with others passing Cub King tests. Den Chiefs Jack Fletchman Jack Doll and Harry Hamill led examiners and instructors.
A devotional piece likens a juniper planted in shade to human life, urging seeks for sunshine above ground. It argues disappointment spurs growth toward God and the church when darkness surrounds individuals. The essay cites Dante and Savonarola as examples of upward spiritual striving.
The article notes two new members Charles and Eugene Ford of 243 East Church street joining the group, recruited by Patrick Moore. It lists assisting boys Bobbie Rhoderick Carol Haller and Bobbie Leather, with twenty boys at the meeting and plans to continue weekly meetings through August.
The passage teaches careful word usage and pronunciation. It defines insatiable as incapable of being satisfied and notes a sample sentence about desires for power, urging readers to build vocabulary by mastering one word daily.
A July description notes extreme humidity making sleep difficult. The writer laments muggy air, stagnant atmosphere, and lack of breeze or rain, hoping for relief as winter approaches. The piece frames humidity as the main summer nuisance and expresses desire for summer's end.
A reflection cites Deuteronomy 4 8 and Byron on law as life for life. The speaker notes the righteousness of statutes and judgments set forth today and compares earthly law to heavenly justice. The brief passage emphasizes moral law and divine standard.
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