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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1944
Page
4
The Frederick Md newspaper The News dated Friday June 23 1944 notes copyright by Associated Press and Audit Bureau of Circulation. It states news descriptions require writer identity and correctable editor notices. The paper is entered at the Freder ick Md post office as second class matter.
A grim report by German psychiatrists says young German prisoners lack pity and charity, view the weak as fair game, and favor liquidation. They condemn Western notions of humane treatment and foresee irreparable moral decay, urging a harsh, forceful postwar peace.
The Office of Defense Transportation urges avoiding long rail or intercity bus trips for vacations to ease strain on transport for war efforts. It notes delays, casualty transport, and replacement movement for military needs and urges relaxation close to home with practical, economical trips.
Washington reports a new "chink-in" theory for reconversion from war to peace. I W Wilson of Alcoa argues permitting civilian production during between-contract gaps can stabilize workforces and speed postwar metal use, with Truman Committee hearings highlighting potential government leasing of plants and a third major producer to prevent price monopolies. Reynolds of Reynolds Metals backs sharing control to avoid future price hikes while WPB warns against premature relaxation.
Daily note lists historical birthdays and deaths: Reuben D Mursey, born Pelham New Hampshire, physician and pioneer noted. Felix O Darley, born Philadelphia, illustrator and humorist. Henry O Marcy, Boston surgeon credited with antiseptic surgery, born Otis Massachusetts. Clarence Eddy, Chicago organist, born Greenfield Massachusetts. James C Ewing, Presbyterian leader, among others with incomplete entries.
The Board of County Commissioners fixed the tax rate at 17 cents an increase of five cents over last year. P E Long of the Carlin House received a large sea turtle placed in the Court Park fountain. A dairy near Middletown was broken into and beer and butter removed from several farms. George Burrall’s horse ran loose at the depot, injuring him. G Perry of Braddock won a contract to build a dance pavilion atop Catoctin mountain, with an observatory planned nearby.
Frederick County ministerial leaders elected Rev J W Kirk president of the Frederick County Ministerial Association with Rev Dr G Rupp retiring. Frederick split a Blue Ridge League doubleheader with Hagerstown, 8-5 in the opener and 8-0 in the nightcap as Bil King pitched a shutout and Fallis homered. The city and Miss Cornelia Lark, Shamokin Pa, wed at Texas Md with Rev Albert Smith officiating. The Sells Photo Circus is booked to perform in Frederick on August 7, signaling another circuit stop in the city itinerary.
A compact chronology lists notable events from 1683 to 1943 including Penn’s treaty with Native Americans, 1836 surplus distribution by Congress, 1857 Bessemer process inventor William Kelly, 1858 Sholes patent for the typewriter, 1918 air service power, 1938 Civil Aeronautics Authority creation, and 1941 1942 wartime moves, plus birthdays of Dr John R Steelman and others. It ends with a dated moral reflection about success through suavity and planning.
Fragmentary clipping notes Hitler in distress as invasions unfold on multiple fronts. The unnamed author suggests enemies converge on all sides, threatening his control and mindset amid ongoing campaigns.
A letter from T Set J M Schaefle of the 5th Training Hdas Co at Camp Chaffee Arkansas boasts the Post scooping city papers on the invasion. He notes several Frederick men at the Army camp and records temperatures reaching 113 degrees with humidity rivaling the Southwest theater.
Elton Fay analyzes the Cherbourg assault, arguing German land mindedness and failure to anticipate amphibious warfare. He credits Allied landings and air power, notes ineffective German coastal batteries, and suggests limited German countermeasures due to disrupted rail and road networks and uncertainty over further landings.
Court actions include divorces for Carl A. Boller Jr. and Virginia M. Boller and for Allen B. Smith and Rhoda E. Smith, plus marriage license activity for Russell L. Brown. Military news notes Frederick resident William M. Ford awarded the Combat Infantryman Badge for Bougainville action, Purple Heart cited, with background on service and prewar life.
Washington June 23 The House voted 283 to 34 to exempt insurance from the Sherman and Clayton anti trust laws in response to the Supreme Court ruling. The measure aims to prevent chaos in the industry while leaving state insurance departments in charge. Senate action expected after recess. President Roosevelt may sign if before election but likely veto otherwise.
Earl L Douglass argues that after World War II the nation must choose a path of mercy and education for Japan. He cites three sons as examples of public sentiment and urges sending teachers to teach right conduct to the Japanese people rather than punitive measures. He notes many will die or be executed in war but contends lasting peace depends on education and understanding worldwide.
A high school friend is employed as a sales associate in a downtown store during the summer. The narrator considers stopping by to chat for 10 to 15 minutes when downtown but realizes this interrupts her work for a paycheck.
The 24 hour precipitation ends at 8 am with trace amounts. June totals reach 1.08 inches. Yesterday high was 34, last year 4. Last night low 62, last year 6. Sun sets today, moon and sun rise times noted. Tomorrow dawn around 3:45 am. Moon set around 1:40 pm.
An English lesson example notes correct usage of undaunted and related words. It also reports Pvt Edward L. Reeder, son of Mr and Mrs J L Reeder of Meadow Brook Farm near Frederick, who after entering the Army June 2 is stationed at Camp Blanding Florida with address 33890073, Co C 212 Bnt 65th Reg.
A reader asks about living with her husband and his family and the clash with his mother. Dix urges placing the elderly with other care, noting intergenerational friction. avoid two families under one roof. A 17 year old seeks help for jealousy and, with a husband, a soldier suitor. Dix cautions against baseless suspicion and recommends stability and supportive plans.
A devotional note quotes John 4 16 stating God is love and that dwelling in love means dwelling in God. It contrasts this with Longfellow’s reflection on the holiness of the first consciousness of love in earthly life.
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