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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Mar 21, 1949
Page
5
The News reports that Frederick, Missouri in March 1948 notes a work rule allowing staggered weeks to prevent penalty payments for weekend work. The agreement treats Saturday and Sunday as normal work days, with carriers obligated to strive to give employees those days off whenever possible.
Chicago March 20 The nation s railroads and 16 non operating unions settled their 11 month dispute on the basis of December recommendations. A 40 hour five day week for 1 000 000 non-runner employees with pay held at 48 hour level takes effect Sept 1. Some workers stay six days but receive higher pay. a third round wage rise of seven cents an hour for all but yardmasters who work six days for a 10 cent boost. Average pay rise expected to bring wages to 1 17 an hour. Overtime rules apply for time beyond eight hours or sixth and seventh days. The board called the 40 hour week a firm part of national policy.
Washington reports indicate that Stalinists intend a major spring and summer push to crush Marshal Tito's Yugoslavia and force its return to the Communist bloc. The plan stems from rumors of Russian action and Tito’s strategic position in Eastern Europe.
Know America Today presents anniversaries for Fitzeward Hall Florenz Ziegfeld Thomas Gates Raoul Lufbery Mark Hellinger and others. Today in History lists key dates from 1812 Academy of National Sciences founding to 1945 US air force actions.
A 1946 report notes German railroad communications and a Westinghouse strike in East Pittsburgh with pickets clashing with law officers. The 1948 forecast warns motorists to conserve gasoline to avoid summer shortages. Birthdays list includes Joseph Pulitzer and Howard W Blakeslee among notable figures. Horoscope marks turning point of the year with caution on egotism and influence.
A luncheon dish features a ring of tomato aspic filled with mixed cooked vegetables. Short sprays of watercress are arranged in the center, complemented by deviled eggs served on the side for a complete plate.
The Sykesville Woman's Club gathered at the home of Captain and Mrs. Musace Jefferson for a warm meeting. Guest vocalist Mrs. Norman Hunter, a Carroll County native and Peabody Conservatory alumna, performed with accompanist James Heller, a Peabody violist and teacher. President Mrs. Ray Brown chaired, with guests Mrs. Alma Stem and others present. a Red Cross fund and the Hammond Harwood Historical House donation were approved, with nominating committee plans for election year.
The article notes April 5 meetings in Frederick and April 10 to 12 in Baltimore for district and state conventions. It records resolutions from the M F W C executive, a volunteer call to visit cottage 5, and eight five pounds of clothing sent to New Windsor. It mentions garden tours in Maryland, a June flower show, a bake and rummage sale on March 26, and that Mrs Ray Brown will be president of the First District.
Eight people were jailed or jailed on bond in a weekend police roundup. Thomas Clyde, 82 Lincoln apartments, charged on peace disturbance and assault and battery, jailed on $350 bond by Officers Kanade and Twenty. Edward Cromwell, Route 2 Frederick, posted $11.45 on operating a motor vehicle without a license. Frank Scott, 107% Ice street, jailed for drunkenness. Lester William McCall, 110 West Patrick street, peace disturbance, arrested by Sergt. Swomley.
Edward Betsen of Fooles ville was booked on a similar charge. Collaterals of 2.50 dollars each were posted by Gene H. Ray of Bethesda Myra Wetzel and Edith Fry, both 615 Chapel alley, on arrests by Officer Trump for peace disturbance by the trio.
Leftover cornbread squares are split and topped with a grated yellow cheese, minced green pepper, grated onion, and chopped green olives mixed with mayonnaise. Broil slowly until lightly browned for a savory open faced snack.
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