Non Reading Americans Readership Compared With Other English Speaking Peoples
A Gallup poll released by the American Institute of Public Opinion finds only 21 percent of Americans read books versus 33 percent for Sweden, 35 for Australia, 40 for Canada, 43 for Norway and 55 for England. The survey questioned adults about current book or novel reading and counted those naming titles. College graduates show greater reading interest. 53 percent of Americans have advanced beyond grade school versus 12 percent in Great Britain, prompting questions about British reading superiority.
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American Institute of Public Opinion
Sweden
Australia
Canada
Norway
England
United States
Great Briain
Marriage doubts and heart thieves tell story in Dorothy Dix advise
In a March 18, 1950 column in The News Frederick the Dorothy Dix advice column discusses a pattern where men feign affection and withhold marriage, leaving the woman heartbroken. Readers share marital concerns about infidelity rumors and how to address suspect behavior with honesty and calm dialogue.
Liberal senator proposes cuts to federal vacations to save billions
Senator Douglas of Ilinaw argues liberalism costs taxpayers, touting a plan to trim six vacation days a year for federal workers. He claims the change could save about $100 million annually, while noting current federal pay levels and generous sick leave. Opponents say severance pay and unemployment benefits complicate any savings.
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Ilinaw
Dorothey Dix on fathers, mothers, and unruly children
Dear Miss Dix laments a father overwhelmed by four daughters and a self sacrificing mother. The response blames the wife for wrecking the home, urges the wife to see her faults, and says only a miracle could open her eyes. It warns that children reflect the parent’s choices and that discipline is blocked by the mother’s influence. It ends asking about men who court young women for years and take up all their time.
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Dorothy Dix
Miss Dix
Tam
Bone
Tein
Patie
Origins of the term newspaper in English history
The text explains the origin of the word newspaper from Venice in the tenth century and its use as an official governmental paper. It notes the marginal role of early papers and the etymology of gaveto or savotin as a printed informer in England.
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Local notices and social notes from Frederick area
Fifty years ago Lael Hems led the news columns with notices of Mr George Marked's death on West Patrick Street. August Arust and Franks ran a corner plumbing business. The Forton’s Minstrels performed at the Opera House drawing a large crowd. Rev Earle Mallory, House of Delegates chaplain, joked about a misread weather advisory causing fear of a tornado. Isaac Haller relocated to Gettysburg to open a general store.
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Paleark
Court Streets
AMR Nichobras Brust
ARS
Froederick Yespentas
August
Forton
Cri Opera House
T Earle Mallory
House of Delegates
Ahem
Wyerles
Weather Bureau
Annapolys
Isaac Haller
South Market Street
Gettysburg
Local Oteras cause bus collision and Legion move
Twenty years ago in Frederick G G Dalhouse left his two horse wagon on East South street. The frightened horses ran into South Market street colliding with a school bus and halting near the jail. The State American Legion convention was moved to Baltimore. Sarah Dorn suffered shock after a car collision at Rockwell Terrace and College avenue. Walter Trail, local boxer, knocked out his opponent seconds after the opening bell in Hagerstown.
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South Market Street
Maryland State School
American Legion
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Rockwell Terrace
College Avenue
Walter
Swim" Trail
Hagerstown
Rent control pressure mounts to extend law
Washington insiders debate extending rent controls for another year. Housing official Woods and Rep Adolph Sabbath press the White House for a special message to Congress amid concern nationwide gains from decontrol. Critics warn of steep price rises in decontrolled cities and broader economic strain.
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Hilneis
Adolph Sabbath
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Dallas
Tex
Knoxville
Tenn
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Utah
E. Woods
U. S
Stites
Abness
State Senate
Tibet Supeme
Chicago
Sabbath
Washington
New York
California
Ats
Central Woods
Moscow notes temper hope for peaceful coexistence
Washington readers are urged to see Moscow dispatches as evidence that fear of war drives both sides. Molotov signals that capitalism and communism can exist side by side, and atomic fear underscores the need for dialogue. Critics push back, insisting on force, while calls for broader debate and human understanding grow stronger.
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Russa
United States
Russia
Molotov
Great Britain
Politburo
United Nations
Foreign Ministers’ Council
America
Ron FR
Anniversary Week Opened at Calvary Church Service
The 8th anniversary of Girl Scouting was opened with over six Brownies Scouts teachers and blue ribbon committee at Calvary Methodist Church. Rev Dr Pitumkdinlane led the opening sermon drawing on Johnny Appleseed’s life to inspire service and selflessness among Scouts and the community. The event featured songs and a reminder of Scouting’s ideals. A 3:30 pm Brownies party is planned for Wednesday at Parky school with Mrs Paul Johnson coordinating. A radio program is set for Thursday at 8:15 pm on the local station under Mrs. i guidance.
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Laurens Bowers
Missabeth Shoemaker
Maryland State School For the Deaf
Brownies
Krebs Benchoff
Parkway School
C. Chiffard Doll
Frederick Association
United States
Calvary
Hans
John Chapman
Johnny Appleseed
Ohio Valley
Great Valley
Tas
Meny
Vans
Minas Oms
Dr Haserman
Paul Johnson
Dr Sponseller Recalls Jewish Christian Ties at B'Nai Brith
Dr E H Sponseller, Yale PhD, minister and Hood College professor, spoke at Frederick Bnai Brith Lodge on Friday about Judaism and Christianity sharing a common heritage. He argued their teachings on liberty and democracy endure against all foes and must unite to oppose fascism and communism. The talk, introduced by club officer Ellie, drew a long discussion into the evening.
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Sponseller
Yale
Hood College
Jeremiah
Isaiah
Amos
Sponselier
Spanseller
Albert Haveh
Borai Brith Lodge
As. Ellie
Gertrude Berg Molly fame endures for women readers
HAL BOYLE profiles Gertrude Berg known as Molly Berg to readers of The Goldbergs. Berg blends career success with homemaker image, writing and starring in multiple shows while maintaining warm private life. She writes 80 books in 21 years and continues two half hour programs weekly. Berg notes fame limits free outings yet enjoys her role with humor.
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New York
Gertrude Berg
Lana Turner
Gertrude
Mary
Molly
Mrs. Berg
Hausfrau
Mally
Coney Island
East Side
Anniversaries and Birthdays From Know America Today's Page
A list of historical anniversaries and today’s birthdays includes Priestley born and died in Pennsylvania, Parmly born in Braintrie Vermont, Delmonico born in Switzerland, Gulick born in Hawaii, Lowell born in Boston, and notable events like Columbus’s voyage, the Open Door policy, and major battles. Also notes today’s horoscopes and a prophecy about a person of powerful emotions and parental love.
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Pennsylvania
Northumberland
Eleazar Parmly
New York
Braintrie
Loorenzo Delmonico
John T. Gulick
Orient
Hawaii
Percival Lowell
Hronomer
Lowell Observatory
Boston
Columbus
Spain
India
American Protective Association
Aplal
Ohio
Iffki
Atlantic
United States Express Company
China
Japan
Los Angeles
Solomon Islands
Bougainville
IMG
General Motors
Alexander A. Vandergrift
U. S. Marines
Charlottesville
Spruille Braden
American Republic Affairs
Elkhorn
Mont
Jacquelin L. Tracks Bail
Glenn Clark
Macalester College
St. Paul
William P. Remington
Philadelphia
Margarine tax repeal faces limits and questions
The Nation Today reports Congress has repealed federal taxes on oleomargarine, with remaining state controls and new restrictions. It notes tax break specifics, potential presidential action, and how enforcement would play out, including penalties and court appeals. An Easton note adds a student honor at Lafayette College.
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Federal Trade Commission
FTC
U. S. Court of Appeals
U.S
Draftees And Vets Guide On War Claims Payments
Ex POWs and other eligible groups await War Claims Act payments. Current rate is 250 weekly. about 140000 potential recipients, including 120000 former POWs and 37000 civilian internees. Backlog exists. payments may rise to 3000 weekly after July 1 if Congress funds adjudicators. First payments started Feb 1. full payout could extend to May 1951. Philippine ex POWs may also be eligible. funds from enemy property seized are being routed to the war claims fund.
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Way Claims Commission
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Commission
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Office of
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War Claims Fund
Evolve Morally Or Face Extinction Warns Speaker
Dr William D Barnhart head of the Department Religion and Philosophy Hood College Frederick and former executive secretary of Washington Federation Churches told Strayer Business College graduates at the Statler Hotel that civilization could not outlast the 20th century without Christian education. He warned the atomic age demands Christ in hearts and emphasized reform in education and spiritual development. Diploma awards were made to two graduates.
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Hood College
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Fomer
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Barnhart
Strayer Business College
Statler Hotel
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