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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1944
Page
4
The fragment shows an Associated Press reuse policy and a newspaper notice dated Friday May 26 1944 from Frederick Maryland. It mentions correction of any erroneous remarks upon notification to the editor and postal entry details.
The Red Cross emphasizes that swimming related deaths are alarmingly high in the United States, especially among young men and boys during July when the swimming season peaks. Accidents with small boats and fishing contribute in late spring and early summer, with May, June, and August each around a thousand drownings. Improved swimming instruction and water safety behavior could save many lives.
The American Red Cross warns relatives of POWs in enemy camps against sending letters with patriotic slogans or stickers that could hinder delivery. Home letters uplift prisoners, though Japanese censors limit messages to 24 words, a harsh but hopeful detail of wartime correspondence.
The war widens exposure to American products and ingenuity, boosting demand for trucks jeeps tanks and other equipment. As people in allied lands see American comforts and gear they may seek access to U S vehicles and machinery for peacetime use. Strong curiosity could translate into future purchases once contact grows.
An analysis of German prisoners of war held in the United States. The piece discusses how many prisoners, numbering around 4,000, may have been indoctrinated and whether contact with American ideas and media could undermine Nazi beliefs. It notes potential shifts as newspapers magazines films and radio expose them to alternate viewpoints.
Today in Washington a plan to bar news commentators on advertiser sponsored radio programs moves through legislation. Senator Wheeler argues the ban rests on free speech, while critics warn of constitutional clashes and government retaliation against critics. The issue mirrors questions raised by the Frankfurter decision and could spark major constitutional controversy.
May 26 1894 column notes a boy named Harry Schroeder injured by a fall near a store iron post, a Libby farm resident startled by a ground hog at his kitchen door, a man named Etzler citing a creature he could not identify, Prof J H Apple of the Woman's College lecturing on The Education of Women, and other brief items noting a water issue at Cornwell's painting place.
Twenty years back the Columns Of The News notes construction on a railway project and a new golf course reopening at a local country club. A Memorial Day match will pit Hagerstown against Frederick clubs. About 30 property owners protest noise on North Market Street suburb. Ward noise complaints spark street improvements and objections filed by local residents Felton, Wilt, Davis, Quimby, and Biser.
The piece recounts how Abraham Lincoln bought old books for fifty cents and found Blackstone's Commentaries at the bottom which shaped him into a future lawyer. It reflects on hidden value and paths chosen in life and hints at the crucifixion of a young Jew two thousand years ago.
Kirke L. Simpson reports Allied and German movements in Italy. The retreat from the Pontine plain appears under way while Rome remains contested. Fifth Army advances threaten the Liri valley and Sacco corridor with the Appian Way as a vital supply route for a potential Rome push.
Fragmentary note discusses empires built on His teachings and divine providence. Mentions Babsen Newspapers Synd and advice on preparing young dandelion greens rich in vitamins. Describes cooking greens like spinach with bacon or dressing as garnish.
In 1941 the State Department coordinated with FCC to send U S technicians to Brazil and Chile to monitor clandestine Nazi radio stations. Texas engineers Robert Linx and John de Bardeleben led efforts, locating the Valparaiso transmitter and dismantling the Chilean station after police raids. Linx built a Brazilian Monitoring Service, training local engineers and helping seize transmitters and code books, aiding decoding of Nazi broadcasts.
A collage of Dorothy Dix Q and A items covers marital affection, parental love versus partner love, and advice on handling difficult relationships. Topics include balancing love for spouse and children, maintaining partnership after children, a moody fiancé, and a teen seeking calm talk with her father.
A daily vocabulary note explains usage pitfalls for English learners. It highlights misused phrases such as what kind of a position have you and mispronunciations like fellow. It defines ingenuity as cleverness in contriving and inventing, with example usage.
A collection of religious verses and adages mentions Romans 10 9 Homer and a note about telegraph teletypewriters dominating US telegraph business. The fragment mixes scripture with classical saying and a statistic on telegraph operations.
Highlights notable births and historic events tied to today including figures like William B. Wood Edward P. Alexander Washington A Roebling Robert Tait McKenzie and others with dates of death and roles. Also lists anniversaries such as last Confederate Army armistice 1865 and 1924 immigration quota act. Horoscope notes artistic ability temper and striving for wealth with opposition.
In wartime commentary, N A Lufburrow argues German defenses weaken as Allied armies advance in Europe. He predicts the foe will face defeat on other fronts as days pass, urging continued tough fighting toward an Allied aim.
The piece discusses a couple where the husband reads the newspaper each morning and disregards conversation. It suggests a practical compromise: split the paper, each reading half so conversation can be avoided yet both stay engaged with their morning routine.
Washington May 25 All restrictions on farm slaughter of livestock and sale of meat off the farm were removed by the War Food Administration to align livestock numbers with reduced feed supplies. Farmers must collect ration points under OPA rules for beefsteaks and roasts sold from farm slaughter.
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