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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1947
Page
4
Doctor explains that cirrhosis patients improve with a special diet and liver extract injections. In a study, three fourths recovered enough to work again, with nourishment restoring liver function and reducing the need for abdominal taps.
Analysis based on National Industrial Conference Board figures shows 42 percent of urban family expenditures go to food for moderate income households, up from 35 percent before the war. Wholesale and retail food prices surged, while farm costs rose, though dairy and poultry profits lagged. The report urges steps to lower food prices to ease household finances.
Alvin L. Dudley criticizes the predicted veto of a labor bill, arguing for responsibility and opposing what he calls the arrogance of labor bosses and Roosevelt. He denounces Truman’s position and laments political aims over public need, urging accountability and broader welfare.
Fragmentary input questions touch on UN membership Asia Mussolini Bergman music theory and species ranges. The readable content lacks a coherent story, dates, places, or named events to summarize into a proper news item.
Washington May 22 Pi Rep McDowell Jr said the House Un American Activities Committee reports a ring smuggling communists from Mexico into the United States. He added the committee found communism deeply entrenched in Hollywood and the movies. A reporter traveled from California via the Mexican border to verify tips. The immigration concern is not illegal entry for tax or racketeering purposes but people crossing the border to do harm.
May 22, 1897. Mr Spencer Zimmerman the confectioner sprained his left arm in a bicycle fall. Rosario Russo Italian fruiterer knocked down by horse and cut and bruised near J L Michael store on West Patrick street. March freight on Frederick and Middletown Electric Railroad topped 1 200 tons. Rain and hail caused minor county damage. An evening program by the Gem class at Woman’s College featured German songs and the motto Deutschland Uber Alles displayed on the wall.
Local interest remained high after Captain Lindbergh's non stop flight to Paris with an extra edition in street news. Frederick County commissioners set bids on 120,009 dollars of public service bonds for June 6 and discussed new or expanded buildings in Liberty Urbana Myersville with Brunswick improvements. A fleeing rum runner wrecked his car near Dickerson, burned to death, and the car carried 790 to 140 gallons of corn whiskey. Gilmore R Flautt, local realtor, bought four dwellings at 209 11 13 15 East Sixth Street.
A light column argues women seek and fail with dating tactics. It notes the allure of flattery over dancing skill and contrasts clinging vine types with ambitious women. The piece suggests men seek partners who look up to them, ending with a tongue-in-cheek disclaimer on the advice.
Roger W. Babson argues aid and loans abroad will boost U S trade, but the question remains whether Americans should carry the world’s freight. He surveys postwar shipbuilding, subsidies, and the need for faster, larger, more economical vessels to compete.
A church sermon reflects on the modern ministerial role noting the rise of educated readers and the demand for genuine belief over entertainment. The piece argues pastors must speak on God with sincerity to retain authority and trust. A probate notice records a two acre Braddock district property sale from George E Hemilser to Noruse, price 5200.
In a Washington exchange, the writer argues for reciprocal media access with the Soviet Union, proposing American newspapers and Voice of America broadcasts into Moscow as counterweights to Soviet censorship. He questions why Russia limits foreign correspondents and suggests broader Western publishing access could aid dialogue and economic support to allied nations.
This fragment discusses pronunciation spelling and word study habits. It mentions words like hypercritical and muscular and offers tips to increase vocabulary by mastering one word daily. It advises pronouncing syllables clearly and notes common misspellings.
Smithsburg residents report social visits including Mrs Daniel E Smith hosting Mrs Kendall at Hamilton Park and Miss Alva Smith visiting Cavetown. Edward Blickenstar has returned home after four years in Baltimore. Smithsburg High School held its annual field day at the ball park. Miss Alvalane Burns hosted Miss Alice Lewis in Cavetown.
Several obituaries and funeral notices appear. Calvin Clifton Livingston aged 87 died at Emergency Hospital after a two week illness. services set at 10:30 Saturday at 106 East Church Street with private rites. Calvin Paxton Spangier 75, formerly of Williamsport, Pa, services to be announced. John W. Talbott 73 died at home after a three day illness. burial planned at Mt. Oliver Cemetery with arrangements by Etchison and Son. Chester Knill 58, longtime Frederick resident, obituary posted with church and fraternal affiliations. service Saturday at 2 PM. Blood count order reference and Frostburg shooting event noted. upcoming Western Maryland small bore rifle matches.
Funeral services for Mrs Laura V EL Sconer were held Wednesday with Rev Donald MecIncwsh officiating at Beaver Dam cemetery. Interment followed at the nearby cemetery. Pallbearers were nephews of the deceased. The obituary notes another funeral for Carl pacar t Hamilton Jr. of near Urb died Sunday.
The annual Memorial Day service will be held at Fairmount Cemetery in Libertytown on Sunday June 1 at 2 30 o clock. Liberty High School will provide music under the direction of Professor Charles C T Stull. Several speakers are scheduled.
The 24 hour precipitation ended at 3.30 a.m. with 2.39 inches. May totals reach 3.89 inches so far this month. May 1947 precipitation ranged 4.36 inches by May 1. Yesterday’s high was 83, last year 75. Low last night 39, last year 16. Sun events and moon times noted for tomorrow with rises at 5.51 p.m. and 8.32 a.m., moon set at 12.16 a.m.
Community notes from Gashiend and Mission Hills describe plans for a fire department and club activities. A nursery scene in Oneco reports Brownie the cat caring for four kittens and three baby rats. Leaders at Baker Park seek cold storage for 24 hour ice cream, while a picnic faces weather delays. Martinsburg cancels the annual harvest festival citing abandonment of revival plans.
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