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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1943
Page
4
The News details subscription rates and states Associated Press content is used, with rules against editorial comments and offensive reflections. A correction policy is noted. Publication address is Fredericksburg Md. dated Wednesday May 12 1943.
An RAF spokesman in London says British and American night fighters pin Germany’s defense to western Europe, freeing resources for the Russian, North African fronts. Stalin concedes night raids aid victory while daylight bombing may grow in impact, with night bombers aiding United Nations armies on all fronts.
Ernest A Hamwi a Damascus born observer at the 1904 World Fair in St Louis conceived a novel snack by joining ice cream with a cone generation of a lasting treat The story notes his Iraqi Syrian origin and a nod to other American culinary claims to invention.
The article notes a potato shortage due to a bad season and military demand, leaving markets sparse and prices high. It warns families rely on potatoes for a large share of nutrition and hints that the 3943 crop may be needed to restore supplies. It calls for farmers to plant big potato crops to meet demand.
This note highlights the word complexity with synonyms intricacy entanglement and suggests using a word daily to expand vocabulary. It includes mispronunciation tips for piquant and a reminder to observe the I’s in parallel while noting altered spelling and usage guidance.
Washington May 12 government seeks to cut chick mortality by 5 percent through a Poultry Viability program. Dr Clift D Carpenter leads the drive to promote hygiene, disinfecting brooders, litter use, sunshine, predation protection, and daily disposal of dead chicks. The article notes pig mortality as a parallel target and highlights efficiency in feeding as part of war food effort.
The excerpt presents Leviticus 5 17 on sin and guilt and a Ben Johnson line urging justice to rise when crimes grow The text contrasts divine command with human patience and accountability, highlighting the moral weight of forbidden acts and the idea that guilt remains even if one does not willingly commit them.
Fifty years ago local notes recount a Hamburg widow Elizabeth Linton losing her home to a fire soon after her husband’s death. Improvements at Montjevue add large water tanks to supply floors, aiding fire safety. Knights Templar Demolay celebrated Ascension Day with a service led by Rev. Gill. Aldermen consider a proposed electric road franchise with favorable board sentiment. The News editorial supports the Frederick Female Seminary leadership change and praises Dr. Wm. H. Purnell for his community ties.
The contract for the construction of the 10.0 F. Home north of Frederick was awarded to Joan Hiltz and Son of Baltimore at the low bid of $306,599. The project is expected to be finished in 1904. Edgar Fahrney, deputy, resigned to accept a bookkeeper and stenographer position with Walter Arnolden, who leads the concession at the Francis Scott Key hotel. The Hood College May fete will be held this afternoon on the college campus under the Young Women’s Christian Association. The May queen will be crowned. The ninth annual track and field meet of the public schools was won by Frederick High School, narrowly beating Brunswick by 13 points.
A compact chronicle of historical births and events and today’s notable anniversaries includes David Jones born 1738 in Great Valley Pennsylvania, Edward P. Allis born 1824 in New York, George W. Childs born 1829 in Baltimore, Henry Cabot Lodge born 1850 in Boston, and George E Woodberry born 1855 in Beverly Massachusetts. It notes events such as the raising of the first English flag in Machias Maine, Tammany Hall’s founding, Audubon’s Birds of America volume, and aviation milestones in 1912 and 1925, plus a 1933 A A A Act signing and Detroit strike impact. Birthdays listed include Lt Gen Ben Lear, Lincoln Ellsworth, Dr Mildred H McAfee, Bishop Manning, Judge Fenton Booth, Dr Warren Du Pre Smith, and Roberts De Kanneled. Horoscope cautions about cautious appetite and danger of attack from an external force, with memorial services planned at St Paul’s in Point of Rocks on May 30 at 11 a.m.
The article discusses the fate of Axis forces in Africa and the potential future roles for Rommel. It compares Allied and Axis strategic positions, notes the near destruction of Rommel’s forces, and contemplates Allied unity with the United States Britain and Russia amid evolving plans and decisions on how to confront Hitler in Europe.
A fragmented reflective piece from LUFBURROW urging empathy for others mental states. It stresses that joys and sorrows are personal yet friends should offer support when someone is down. It cautions against telling someone how to feel and suggests expressing care without imposing opinions.
London may 17 Reuters reports a German broadcast recorded by Reuters states Adolf Hitler, whose headquarters were long described as on the Eastern Front, is now at an unspecified point in the West. No further details were provided as of nightfall.
Today in Washington the Supreme Court ruling expanding government control over broadcasting spurs a broad critique of FCC licensing. Justice Frankfurter’s opinion is cited arguing the five year network contracts and broad public interest standard threaten free speech and press independence, foreshadowing tighter state influence on media.
Blood donation is large-scale with plasma use rising in civilian hospitals and Red Cross drives. Most donors feel no ill effects, but some fainting can occur during donation. the body rebuilds red cells over weeks, and iron intake speeds recovery.
The article notes emotional stress, fatigue, and hunger can trigger fainting in young donors, while reduced blood supply and lower blood pressure from donation also play a role. Rare donors may faint one or two hours after giving blood, so caution is advised. Most donors can give blood four times yearly without discomfort.
Scientists report specimens of Douglas fir located in Canada appear to be more than seven centuries old. Researchers note remarkable age for the region's conifer forests, with details pending further study and dating.
The Lutheran journal notes Francis Scott Key hymns in light of new scholarship by Elmer Schultz Gerhard. It highlights "Before the Lord We Bow" as the most popular and outlines other Key works such as "Life's Pleasure Cheer Thee" and "Lord, With Glowing Heart I Praise Thee" with publication histories and later altered forms.
The essay discusses parenting challenges and the moment a boy becomes a man. It cites Phillips Brooks and notes his mother's influence shaping his life and faith. The piece highlights a mother's quiet endurance and the deep bond that forms as sons mature into adults.
A quoted line shows a speaker answering fear with pride, saying he had preached before his mother, illustrating steadfast resolve under public scrutiny. The remark appears in a Babson Newspaper Syn. collection, reflecting personal courage in a religious or community setting.
A quirky Q and A snippet notes Balmatta state as South Carolina and cites various obscure facts. It lists an 1631 Albany to Schenectady steam train route, names the Marinsky Canal as the longest barge canal, and mentions cribbage hands totaling 19 to 27 as impossible. It also defines amalgam and notes a Belgian tea substitute from plant leaves.
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