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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
May 03, 1947
Page
4
Fragmented OCR text discusses long term economic outlook and investment in schools roads and businesses. It notes historical data from 1860s through 1940s and suggests public and private investment can drive progress and growth, with optimism about continued advancement based on past performance.
Letter to The News criticizes daylight saving as a game by intelligent adults, arguing it adds work and disrupts farmers and country life. The writer recalls wartime time changes, laments lost rest, and questions Saturday shopping and chores impacted by the extra hour.
Washington May 2 Veterans Guide reports no action on the proposed Terminal Leave Act amendment to let veterans cash terminal leave immediately. A circul ating parliamentary petition failed to reach 100 signees from WG P Angola and the Canadian or government entities. The VA pension and disability definitions are clarified, with no new benefit payments created. Readers ask about free dental care and GI Bill bonuses, and notes on on the job training being government employment.
Washington notes analyze the three-way dynamic of the telephone strike amid Bell System ownership. About 34 000 workers on strike versus 695 660 stockholders, with most ownership spread among many individuals through regular dividends. Rate decisions by state and federal commissions shape wages and potential across the board raises, reflecting a rare case of broad public shareholding in a major utility.
The Rules Committee cleared the war for action after a six to six vote and six to six division. An open rule would allow amendments, and the move followed a failed closed session attempt to stall the result to seek Secretary of State Marshall's views in light of the Mostow conference.
May 3 1897 notes recall snow on May 1 1861. A farm wagon wheel split in front of Hygera ice factory on East Patrick Street as it blocked the electric road. Walkille’s commissioners elected quietly: Thomas Appler John Sea Crist and Samuel Ramsburs over Cresler Barrick James Reddick and Charles Gilbert. gust to Baltimore to begin new duties tomorrow.
May 3 1977 items note the Carroll Creek structure rescue from a directive by the State Commission. A 1942 Roadster involved in a streetfront incident near Winchester Hall was recovered by police and left near City Hall then moved to Center Street. Concrete city project for a public opening by June 1 is described, with engineer Maxwell confirming readiness.
The Women's Clubs report April meetings with the Jug Bridge Club meeting April 23 at Mrs. John Re’s home. Twenty five members and one guest attended. The group planned a blouse project for May and discussed a new room on East Church Street. Daniel Thomas exhibited a painting The Boy with the Rabbit and read a short artist biography while Stephen Foster songs were sung. The next meeting is May 14 at Mrs. James Tinney's home.
U S naval force fresh from Mediterranean maneuvers anchors at the Bosphorus for a five day visit seen as a sign of friendship Turks desire. It marks the first time an aircraft carrier traversed the Dardanelles amid broader Turkish diplomacy and regional tensions with Russia. Jefferson Grange met with eleven officers and two new applications amid a program featuring songs and a tribute to national 4 H clubs.
Local notes cover the Apple Blossom Festival with Kiwanis programs and court events at Winchester. Reports mention magistrate court cases, a gas incident, a fatality, suspended licenses, and area developments including the Municipal Airport and Potomac River bridge work.
Mrs. Lambert hosts the Bethfl Society meeting with about twenty five visitors enjoying refreshments. The gathering occurred at May in the home of Mrs Lambert, with several attendees noted among the guests.
Dorothy Dix argues if women could choose husbands as freely as men, marriages would be happier. She contends current patterns push women into unsuitable matches, while independent choice would calm domestic strife and boost satisfaction, though she notes practical barriers persist.
Obituaries report the death of Miss Ray L. Miller at Frederick Memorial Hospital at 27, with a terraced family list including husband Norman F. Miller and Harley relatives. services in Taneytown with burial at Pleasant Hill. Separate notices: Mrs. Janet Powell Montgomery died in Arlington, Virginia, leaving husband B F Montgomery and siblings in Virginia and Maryland. private funeral held in Stephens City. Margaret Alice Bond of Union Bridge dies at 76, former Woodward and Lothrop employee. survivors include three sisters and three brothers. services in Union Bridge with interment at Johns Cemetery. Layn Jones of Harpers Ferry, longtime Baltimore & Ohio Railroad employee, dies at home. survived by four brothers. funeral at Harpers Ferry.
The Second Army will relocate its headquarters from Baltimore to Fort Meade Maryland. An area of about 5,000 square feet of quarters will be released in Baltimore while the executive offices of the Army Commander remain in place.
Two arrests were listed overnight by city police. James Pennelton of E Church street was charged with intoxication by Officer Carl Rentzell and held under 32.50 and costs. James Beil, colored, at Samis street 4 charged with Grunkennesty by Officer Harry Phillips and held under £250 and costs.
Funeral services were held Wednesday afternoon for a man who died last Saturday at Frederick Hospital. He was a son of Behr C. and Mable Montgomery Crummitt. Address listed as West South Street. Among the survivors is his wife, Mrs. Carolyn Ernest Crummitt.
Funeral services are announced for Amelia Cares who died at Frede Hospital. Interment will be at Allegheny Cemetery in Pittsburgh with pallbearers named. Dorothy Irene Ricketts formerly of Flint Hill died Tuesday evening and arrangements include a service Friday at 11:00 from the funeral home with Rev. Thomas E. Riorgen and others assisting. interment at a local cemetery. A separate funeral notice for Ann Dor near New Mar includes calling hours and services at Zion Methodist Church with funeral director C. 3%. Waltz.
A partial digest lists several local health updates. Prof Hood College staff underwent tonsillectomy and treatment in Baltimore. A Frederick resident received care after an automobile accident weeks ago and returned home in improved condition. The Rev J Hefauver of Sharpsburg and Antietam areas underwent major eye surgery late March with his condition improving.
Mr and Mrs Gocknauer observed their thirtieth wedding anniversary Monday while visiting at the home of T M Yakey in Pureellivie Virginia. The group included Mr Moore and their daughter.
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