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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Nov 22, 1943
Page
4
The News Post Building Freder ick Md publishes a 1943 issue with AP news and subscription rates listed. It notes policy on names real authors and corrections, and shows the date Monday November 22 1943.
The War Department and Office of Civilian Defense approved the Red Cross News bulletins for prisoners in Far East and German camps. Copies were sent via International Red Cross in Geneva and aircraft to Rio de Janeiro then to the Gripshiem exchange ship and the Tei Maru. October issue may have reached European camps by Lisbon route. German censor and authorities will distribute after clearance. Japanese actions toward prisoners are condemned as barbaric. Norman Davis reassures POWs they are in thoughts and home news will be shared, including sports and home-state events.
The Army has discharged 530000 men and the Navy 124000 since Pearl Harbor. Many were past thirty eight or disabled, with some leaving to take civilian war jobs. As combat intensifies, discharge rates could rise and affect fighting capacity, while pension benefits up to 100 dollars monthly reflect the honorable exits.
Washington reports on the Vinson directive to subsidize nonprocessing slaughterers to keep meat prices down and curb the black market. The plan uses monthly subsidies tied to live cattle weights with penalties if packers overpay, facing potential congressional action and court challenges.
The report states that grants are provided to those disabled in line of duty and their care in hospitals is being assured, outlining ongoing support for affected personnel and their medical needs.
A congressional committee heard assurances that civilian goods production will rise as military needs permit. The public may feel deprived of essentials yet enjoys more comforts and equipment than a generation ago. People have pursued improved living and leisure, accepting deprivations with good humor.
Nearly an inch of snow fell in Frederick yesterday as a weather note. A rehearsal of singers for the repeal of the stamp act celebration occurred at the Opera House under Prof. Smith. Fourth class postmasters were appointed in Frederick County: Kohlenberg at Adamstown, Mealey at Pearl, replacing others. Charlesville notes Mr Spencer Stull injuring his dining room when a loaded gun discharged, causing plaster damage but no serious harm. Will Wolfe and others visited Baltimore, with local hunting stories and travel.
A retro item notes local efforts to establish a community center and improve roads, with City Engineer Emory Crum reporting on seized work and delays. The Mountain City Lodge Knights of Pythias plans a Monday membership drive, with Grand Chancellor William A Klein and other grand officers attending the opening.
Earl L Douglasy argues religion should be a way of life not a mere theory. He cites critics who treat faith as private and urges that true religion provides motive for living and a fixed moral standard. The piece contends churches are justified by the need to reinforce daily conduct and purpose.
Reflective piece on how the good old days will not reappear and joys once known cannot be recaptured. The author bemoans lost youth and past trends, acknowledging no return to earlier happiness.
A garbled text sample lists discourse on misused words and pronunciation tips. It mentions phrases about directing communications to an office, mispronouncing vowels, and a daily vocabulary habit. It references words like docile, ease, and order, with scattered examples and notes on pronunciation.
The Independent Hose Company answered a Sunday night alarm at the Square Corner to extinguish a car fire. Firemen doused the blaze with a extinguisher, believed caused by backfire while starting a wet motor.
The United States under Admiral Nimitz begins a Central Pacific offensive from the Gilberts aimed at gaining air bases for further moves toward Nauru and the Marshall Islands. The plan fits a three pronged Allied push with MacArthur toward Rabaul and Montgomery toward Burma, seeking to stretch and exhaust Japanese strength for easier advances.
A scrambled list of historical anniversaries and birthdays including Sieur de La Salle, William H Elson, Willam Stanley, Thomas Beer, Wiley Pet, and others with notes on events from 1839 to 1926. Mentions Maine New Brunswick border dispute and Jefferson Davis, plus Supreme Court rulings and suffrage milestones. Includes reflective commentary on public figures and persuasion.
Today in Washington raises concern over government secrecy in foreign relations and the 1930s denial of naval buildup. It argues published records might have deterred war between the United States and Japan, noting Japan's 1935 1936 moves, Pearl Harbor, and insufficient U S naval strength. It questions Congressional awareness and calls for stronger defense and diplomacy to prevent further sacrifices in the Pacific.
Dorothy Dix argues parental reaction to a teen girl’s dating shapes her future. She notes jealousy from fathers, nosy siblings, and overbearing authority stifling a girl’s social development. The column urges understanding and a supportive home to guide youth through adolescence.
The article argues that a girl’s prospects and safety hinge on a welcoming home. It urges parents to invite suitors into their house so boys see a family environment, think well of the girl, and treat her with respect. Involving parents may require effort, but it acts as insurance for Susie’s future.
The report shows 24 hour precipitation at 0.24 inches and November to date 3.21 inches. Normal November is 2.35 inches. actual November 1942 is 2.20 inches. Yesterday high was 41 and yesterday's high last year was 43. Low last night 38, year ago 31. Sunset at 5:42 p.m. Sunrise tomorrow 6:03 a.m. Moon rises 3:36 a.m. Moon sets 3:57 p.m. Rivers Monocacy at Ceresville clear. Potomac at Brunswick cloudy.
Mrs H Hicks of Buckeystown described John Roy Carlson and his book Under Cover at the C Burr Artz Library review. Carlson posed as an Italian to infiltrate anti democratic groups for four and a half years then exposed them to the FBI. The talk noted how Hitler's agents sow division via anti Semitic and anti Communist propaganda and warned of propaganda that disguises patriotism. The library promotes the series with a January 21 talk by Leslie N Coblentz.
A brief verse excerpt cites Psalms 71 4 asking God to deliver from wicked and unrighteous hands, paired with Burns observation that man’s inhumanity causes vast mourning. The lines present a religious appeal and a lament on cruelty.
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