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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1944
Page
4
The piece reflects on Father’s Day, praising fathers as a core institution. It notes their discipline, responsibility, and sacrifices, especially during trying times, while urging supporters to offer encouragement for the burdens they bear.
The railroads run 45 000 passenger cars now versus 61 000 in 1918 yet demand for travel is huge to move servicemen. Cars travel twice the distance they did in 1918, carrying men to duties, furloughs, and assignments. Officials urge avoiding unnecessary train travel to ease crowding.
The United States may manage wartime debt not exceeding 250 billion dollars. That sum would be about ten times the post World War I level. Lower interest rates help, but strong business performance is needed for citizens and firms to meet taxes and debt payments. Policies that sustain regular business activity will be essential.
English lesson notes discuss proper usage of lovelier and known phrases, pronunciation hints for names, and stress patterns. It includes guidance on turquoise vowels, synonym ideas, and a rule to master a word daily with an example sentence showing appraisal as estimating worth and approval.
The passage reflects on life’s unavoidable troubles and the need to endure worry, work, and despair as part of life's balance. It emphasizes that joy and fun require accepting occasional annoyances and losses, while hope remains as troubles arise.
David Lawrence argues that the United States has effectively conquered the Pacific with a joint naval and air campaign. He credits submarines aircraft carriers and B 29s for crippling Japanese supply lines and enabling a mobile task force capable of striking toward Japan. The piece emphasizes industrial American prowess and the unified effort of all services in securing strategic Marianas and advancing toward victory.
From The News June 17 1894 a glance at the new reservoir shows little progress since two months earlier. The site appears damaged and residents urge the Board of Aldermen to fix the problems. Several people including Thos H Brandenberg Wm Brandenberg John Ambrose Nelson Baker and Perry Lovejoy bathed at the Monocacy when Ambrose nearly drowned and Brandenberg saved him. The rear of the old Dill stable between West Second and Third streets collapsed after a past fire. A fire festival balloon rose from Middletown and was found later at Harpers Ferry. Coxe Stern of Baltimore is visiting his uncle Mr B Rosenaur in the city.
Local column notes property owners resist efforts to erect a certain building near College Avenue and Rockwell Terrace. The piece mentions a near miss incident on Patrick Street, an address delivered in Brunswick, and the Frederick Female Alumnae Association meeting at Wayside Inn with graduates. Includes Miss Florence Trail paper read by Miss Edith Markey. Miss Flossie Cain recovering after tonsil surgery at Frederick City Hospital.
Earl L Douglass D D discusses overcoming evil by a flank move. He cites the myth of Ulysses and Orpheus to illustrate choosing goodness over temptations. The piece urges embracing virtue to drown out siren songs and lead a better life.
James W. Honeysett was appointed chairman of the Jaycee military relations committee of the Junior Chamber of Commerce. He announced that personnel shortages have been filled and Jaycees will resume staffing at the U.S.O. next week. A motion to abandon hosting duties at U S recreation rooms on specified nights was quashed by the committee.
A wartime column recalls The Twenty Ninth Division in Isigny and allied fronts from Italy to the Pacific. It notes Flag Week drives, draft board calls, and welfare aid as communities brace for casualties and postwar planning. Local events include honors, road and welfare debates, church and school recollections, and Father’s Day reflections praising loyal fathers.
Washington June 17. Peter Edson surveys a last stand by old line southern colonels against F D Roosevelt. He lists eight revolt attempts from ballot, electors, anti New Deal elements, to Byrd isolationism and tariff fights. All face strong odds as state votes fall short of Roosevelt in national convention and renomination wins suggest the revolt will be defeated.
Dorothy Dix argues that couples from different backgrounds often fail after marriage. She cites examples of resort romance and mismatched spouses, urging couples and especially service members to visit each other’s home towns, meet families, and test fit before wedding vows. She warns romantic Alaska appearances may prove misleading in real life.
A brief quotation note links Galatians faith guidance with Whittier’s warning that loss of faith and honor leaves a person dead, reflecting on moral principle and spiritual vitality.
Initial British reaction to the Nazi robot bombs questions their impact on the war. The article notes the bombs’ limited reach, poor dispersion, and uncertain ability to crack morale, suggesting Britain’s invasion readiness near Cherbourg shaped the German response and likely deterred large scale production.
Side Glances discusses the German robot flying bomb project possibly staged from the Pas de Calais as Allied bomber campaigns strike invasion targets. It weighs diversion effects on Normandy, compares to retreating armies burning ammunition dumps, and cites convention dates, birthdays, and a general horoscope urging measured judgment and compassion.
Notable birth and death dates listed: James N Barker Abel Upshur David A Wells Charles S Francis Charles Frohman plus events like the Battle of Bunker Hill and Washington asked by Congress to head army as war with France looms First Republican National.
Fathers Day service on Sunday at 11 am includes sermon and special music by the Fathers Day choir at the Presbyterian Church of Boyds. A token of appreciation will be given to every father. An evening program at 7 45 pm features recreations readings solos duets and more choir music along with two short talks by mothers. Sunday School begins at 10 am. Eve lyn Wirts' class leads worship. event sponsored by the girls and women of the congregation.
The Frederick W. C. T. U. Flower Mission visited Montevue Friday to give cake and ice cream to county home inmates and Emergency Hospital patients. Mrs. George Culler and Mrs. Roy Leatherman led the event.
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