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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1937
Page
4
The Daily News Frederick published a standard newspaper notice authorizing use of local news dispatches and content from Associated Press. It states corrections policy and editorial standards, with restrictions on communications, publication intervals, and rights of the newspaper.
A fragment discusses a New York study on stingless mosquitoes and their potential impact on controlling bloodsucking species. It notes questions about whether the insects are males of a known species or a separate vegetarian line, and the possible economic and health implications of future research.
A jumble of attributed statements from figures such as Supreme Court Justice James C. McReynalds Henry A Wallace Blaine B Coles and William Hodson expresses views on resignation rumors relief work and economic recovery. The text mixes opinions on farmers output welfare rolls and obedience to court orders amid Depression era concerns.
Ballenger Women's Club presented a program at the school on May 29 under Mrs. LeRoy Ho otine. Music pupils performed works by Thrasher Castle Summershurt and others, with pieces including The Sea Garden and The Pixies Ballad. A fashion show by club members followed, featuring dances and a playlet with several young performers.
A sprightly review of Every Man His Own Detective by Bruce Cattor. The piece teases crime lore and humorous probe as a readable treatise, noting quirky characters, odd details, and mild Walshian satire for avid readers.
Baltimore society reports the wedding of Miss Mary Owings Shriver to Rutherford Stuyvesant Pierpont set for Friday at the Mount Vernon Club. Miss Shriver’s sister Agnes Dugan Shriver and Louise Dugan Shriver will be bridesmaids with matron of honor Mrs Hammond J Dugan Jr. John Pierpont will stand as best man. ushers include Nicholas Shriver Jr and several New York and New Jersey relatives.
Local items note a festival at 28 West Third Street selling more than fourteen gallons of ree creian to raise funds for Rev L W Reiter of Hickory North Carolina after his church burned. Committee members include A C McCardell C Thomas Kemp Noah Cramer and Willie Roth. W T Peters and others request a new post office at Foret ain Mills DC and Mr Getrendanner spent the weekend in Washington.
Local churches rallied in support of the Liberty bond campaign urging members to buy bonds to aid the war effort. Reports note delays in Frederick's new post office construction due to late materials, with excavation filled by iron resembling a large pool.
A discussion on fire insurance companies as inflation hedges and steady income. It notes underwriters’ improving profits, higher investment income, and strong dividend potential. The piece highlights how defense against inflation comes from real estate coverage, inflation-resistant assets, and durable underwriting strategies.
In New York May 27 a report cites Professor Ragnar Grant suggesting visible light from a person may be much dimmer than assumed. He proposes evidence that the perceived brightness is about one quarter of previous estimates, challenging common notions of illumination.
The eye is likened to a photo–electric device in Nature, where Prof. Granit explains the cornea and retina carry positive charge and make light appear four times brighter. Dairy expert W. OH. Martin of Kansas State College advises marketing cream within four days after production.
A collage of historic anniversaries, births, and notable events. Names include Cornelius Vanderbilt Amelia Bloomer Julia Ward Howe James Vickok Tsadora Duncan and Charles Lindbergh, with notes on events from the French and Indian War to the 1929 Securities Act and 1998 Baltic Front drives.
A fragment reflects on the verse from 1 Samuel about showing kindness from the Lord to avoid dying beside. It notes kindness is a language the dumb can speak and the deaf can hear and understand, invoking a concept of divine mercy.
The article explains insulin is not a cure but aids diabetes management. It notes insulin substitutes pancreatic insufficiency, sugar handling, and explains symptoms, causes, and prognosis. It cites Willis on sweet urine and emphasizes noncontagious nature and age of onset around 40 plus hereditary risk factors.
A fragmented multiple choice quiz on hosting manners and guest behavior. Questions cover prompt meals, inviting guests, bed making, tennis court attire, golf etiquette, and hosting a young woman with housing options. The text includes stray words and misspellings but centers on traditional social etiquette guidance.
New York gossip from George Ross details sightings of celebrities and autograph seekers around Manhattan. The column tracks stars such as Vivienne Segal, Erin O'Brien Moore, Hope Hampton, Betty Furness, and others, with brief notes on their movements and public moments. It also spotlights The Billboard’s evolving outdoor show ads and a new 2000 bulb neon sign changing daily, drawing crowds and boosting theater district activity.
Weather in Maryland last week was sunnier and warmer than normal with a mean temperature about 3 degrees above average and sunshine about a0 percent above normal. Thunder and light showers occurred on the 22nd and 23rd, followed by clearer days. planting and growth conditions improved across divisions as crops progressed from potatoes and peas to corn in the Allegheny region. Wheat rye and barley are in good to excellent condition with heads forming. oats and hay are growing, and farmers report crops up and advancing across northern to central counties.
The report notes tomato and tobacco planting in progress while Blue mold affects tobacco beds. Pastures are fair to good and crimson clover is being cut. Soybeans are sown, early corn is emerging well, and fruit trees are blooming. Strawberries ripen across southern and central counties as the growing season lags behind normal.
A fragmentary piece discusses children’s summer aims and possible activities, noting youngsters seek ways to spend time, develop skills, and find useful tasks after exams. It hints at contests and the value of productive play during vacation.
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