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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1943
Page
4
Fredericktown newspaper announces subscription rates for the year 1943 and outlines policy on letters and editorials. It notes the need for real name submissions and requests readers address letters to the Frederick office, with postal details.
The University of Kansas professor cites factors behind rising meat consumption amid surplus production. He lists a gay spirit of play, increased alcohol intake, colder weather, higher energy use, night shifts and sleep loss, more spending on food, fear of shortage, and ten million service members eating more. He notes conclusive evidence is lacking despite large meat stocks and full storage capacities.
Federal Security Administrator Paul McNutt notes 660000 elderly workers who could retire stayed on the job to aid the war effort. About 60000 left retirement rolls for new employment, forming an army in production as crucial as troops on the battlefield.
Washington reports a new labor migration wave as workers quit at high rates despite booming wartime production. Lawmakers study regional mobility limits, housing and transport fixes, and voluntary stabilization under War Manpower Commission, urging worker cooperation to avoid a national service bill.
A compact excerpt contrasts biblical praise with a Carlyle reflection on human admiration for a higher power. The lines evoke devotional tone and philosophical musings on humility and reverence, suitable as a brief quotation feature in a spiritual or literary notes section.
The piece notes a 95 degree official high and 61 degree low for the day. A fishing party along the Monocacy spoiled by an accident. A false fire alarm at Frederick College attributed to cheering by students. A large audience at Frederick College heard prize speeches by elementary junior and senior class members with engraved medals to R. E. L. Kolb K. S. Toms and W. S. Brust, presented by Mr. Joseph D. Baker. The clock at St Johns Catholic church nears striking order after months of silence with repairs by a New York man underway.
Twenty years ago column recalls Miss Mary Jane Munn resigning as children aid officer to join House of Correction service. Frederick beat Hagerstown 12 3 to stay in second in the Blue Ridge League as Martinsburg loses. Neptune homered with a man on base and Reesey had three hits. Neptune leaves today for Maine. A meeting for the 28th Division Association to dedicate the Blue and Grey room at Frances Seat Key hotel is set for Saturday with Brig. Gen. Milton A. Reckord presiding and a banquet to follow.
A collage of historical anniversaries and birthdays lists figures such as Increase Mather Daniel D Tompkins Theodosia Burr Henry G Carleton Albert Sauveur Norman Levi Bowen Rockwell Kent Reinhold Niebuhr Arthur Dorrance Donald Culross Peattie and others with dated events from 1775 to 1941 The horoscope cautions about crafty behavior and warns against deceit in today’s dealings.
Glenn Babe analyzes conflicting Italian war rumors and the Fascist split over surrender terms. Some seek unconditional surrender or a Fascist revolution while others doubt Italy can negotiate. Allies ponder invasion timing, air war strategy, and alternative aims from bombing positions to broader naval and Balkan implications.
A set of antiquated trivia Q and A items covering Flag Day’s national status in 1886 with June 14 as anniversary, the Koran as the most read book, Cordova Spain having paved streets, first anaesthetic operation in 1842 by Crawford Long in Jefferson Georgia with a $2.25 charge, and cigarette tax stamps appearing July 20 1888.
The Maryland Department of the United Association votes to admit World War II veterans into its ranks, with approval by the national convention needed. Maj Gen Motom A Reekeord urges support for unconditional surrender policy as delegates meet briefly at the annual convention in Baltimore. J A Mubendore elected commander, John Philbin vice commander, Cornel phon chaplain amid reduced three day gathering.
Sunday sees inaugural legalized Sunday movie screenings at the Opera House and Tivoli. Managers Edward A. Crowther and Jack Forney report strong attendance, with night show outselling the matinee and crowd levels likened to a busy Saturday.
A Washington column argues that Congress lacks an overnight check on executive agencies like the OPA and warns that radicals inside the government twist laws into regulations to control profits. It notes OPA price controls, base-year choices, and provocative policy maneuvers seen as inflating government power while urging funding denial as the only recourse.
June 20 Washington report notes a new OWI domestic division head to be named this week as the Senate weighs abolishing the branch. Elmer Davis warns he will quit if domestic operations are cut, while Palmer Hoyt may take the top Des Moines post and Gardner Cowles Jr. has resigned. Davis urges continuation of domestic operations.
The 24 hour precipitation ending 6 am today is none. June to date 1.27 inches versus normal 4.30 inches. June 1942 actual 5.38 inches. Deficiency in 1943 precipitation to June 1 is 0.53 inches. Yesterday high 63 compared with 85 last year. Low last night 53 versus 62 a year ago. Sun sets today at 1.40 pm.
War era article explains chafing results from heat friction and moisture during hot conditions and heavy gear. It details common sites such as armpits groin and inner thighs, outlines signs from irritation to maceration, and warns of secondary infection risks. Prevention includes cool clothing reducing sweat and using protective pads to reduce rubbing.
The article warns that conceit ruins careers and alienates peers. A young man in his twenties loses a good position and jeopardizes future prospects by putting himself above others. It urges him to curb self admiration and guard his supposed superior qualities.
The Council of Christian Churches adopted a rule for determining Easter in 3235 A D. Easter shall be the first Sunday after the Paschal full moon, on or soon after March 21. The method ties the holiday to lunar and solar cycles and places it within a March window.
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