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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Mar 20, 1944
Page
4
Communication policy notice from The News of Frederick Maryland stating letters and opinions will be published only with the writer’s real name and vowing to correct erroneous reflections upon firms or corporations. Entered as second class matter.
In a witty exchange Pvt Sidney Bletter of Milwaukee asked for an extension of furlough saying he was having a wonderful time. Maj George A Lloyd replied with humor granting extra days on furlough for honesty. The episode warns others not to expect similar favors and notes the unusual moment in Army practice.
The Pacific focus returns to the Solomon Islands where Japanese forces are isolated with little chance of reinforcements or supplies. On Bougainville 22,000 Japanese face starvation and death in battle as about 3,000 attack Americans. 1,000 die, and the effort ends in a last gasp. Tokyo censorship hides losses as Rabaul lies in ruins and American forces move toward Truk.
Letters From Soldiers note the Navy flying host bringing nearly 860000 letters to San Francisco, showing the vast flow between service men and home folks. The piece highlights the joy and longing in letters and urges regular writing. Land's End in Cornwall is described as Great Britain's westernmost point.
Washington notes neutrality as a fading doctrine amid German and Japanese legations in Dublin. Pressure from Allies grows to curb embassy communications and prevent espionage that endangers American and British lives. De Valera’s stance complicates the crisis as Tokyo signals approval of Dublin policy. Eire must curb diplomats or face consequences.
Objective statement urges daily service to aid all people. Emphasizes duties, commitments, and relief from fear and want. Cites a higher power and collective effort to advance the cause of humanity and improve life worldwide.
Fifty years ago in this column the note states Dr H W Getzendanner will receive his Doctor of Medicine degree tomorrow evening at the Academy of Music in Baltimore from the Baltimore University School of Medicine with highest honors. Also reported is a musical comedy visit by Pat Rooney at City Opera House with a large audience and a Brunswick visit by West Virginia men seeking to establish a national bank. First strawberries of the season arrive in Frederick at 40 cents a box, not yet in carload lots. The old Shrine Mills in Unionville were sold to Hon Peter Lugentbeel of Unionville for 2287 dollars.
Twenty years ago in the Columns Of The News dated March 20, 1924, JOAN NULL, proprietor of a Market and Sixth streets grocery, was rebated $73 in his store with an arrest expected soon. The Board of Aldermen read a letter from relatives of a man buried on Bentz Street about converting a crime scene into a park. A large barn on Mrs. Jennie Griffith near Monrovia burned with livestock and farming gear, loss estimated at 5900. Five year old Maurice Albert Routzahn was struck by a machine on Battletown Hill, suffering head bruises.
Today in history lists births and deaths of notable figures from 1804 to 1932, including Neal Dow and Lucy M W Mitchell. It also notes historic events from 1776 to 1943, such as Washington entering Boston and the Civilian Conservation Corps bill passage. The piece concludes with quotes on today’s zodiac signs and a cautious note on optimism.
Elton C. Fay, AP war analyst, explains the frontline balance between Army infantry and Navy amphibious forces. He notes infantry bear most losses, while amphibious crews suffer high casualties and face rugged combat conditions ashore and at landing sites. He cites examples from Solomons, Tarawa, New Guinea, Marshalls, Azio, and Salerno.
The notice lists valid through dates for Meats Fats and Oils Book three and four stamps, green and blue stamps, and sugar and gas coupons. It details ranges for two, three, and five gallon allowances, regional variations, and extension through specific dates in 1945. A new stamp becomes valid May 1.
A newcomer learns how to perform a routine task from an experienced colleague and should say nothing to the boss about the help while thanking the helper. The best payback is aiding the next newcomer, not claiming credit for another's ideas.
Washington report on the Agricultural Adjustment Agency reveals a drastic budget cut and staff reductions since 1934. The Triple A faces halved finances, with parts of its prior mission shifted to war and postwar duties while thousands of county and community committeemen push forward under gridlock.
Dorothy Dix advises war wives to endure insults about their cheerfulness and not show heartbreak. She praises their fortitude on the home front, noting their laughter can sustain public morale and that nourishment comes from bearing loneliness with dignity. She urges resilience and public composure amid harsh criticism.
The passage discusses careful language use and pronunciation. It highlights common missteps such as saying in my estimation instead of in my opinion and mispronouncing daughter. It also defines sedulous as diligent in application and pursuit with a vivid example.
James F. King describes coastal English towns under Allied buildup. Convoys dominate narrow roads guarded by MP's while planes drone overhead. By night, American soldiers flood pubs and cinemas as English villages adjust to faster tempo and scarce beer.
An essay likens rough diamonds to human life and shows how circumstance, suffering, and trial polish latent worth. It cites Washington, Paul, Job, and early church trials to illustrate how adversity shapes character and purpose under divine design.
A reflective note cites I John 3 1 with sons of God and Vergil on love conquering all, inviting yielding to love as a guiding theme for readers.
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