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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Nov 23, 1942
Page
4
Fragmentary 1942 news notice from the Associated Press includes garbled OCR data and incomplete references. It mentions accountability to the AP and a disclaimer of responsibility for content, with a date line indicating Monday November 23, 1942.
The USO drive aims to raise 25000 dollars as part of a 97000000 national goal to sustain USO activities for service members. Organized by the YMCA Red Cross Salvation Army YWCA Jewish Welfare Board and National Traveler's Aid, the effort follows World War I lessons and honors General Marshall and Admiral King for backing morale centers that offer home away from home for soldiers sailors and Marines.
Italy trembles as Mussolini reportedly fears for his life while German agents guard him. Allied and British offensives press Rommel and North Africa, with Italian appeasement moves toward Corsica and the Riviera provoking French ire and rising domestic anger.
A reader from Rend Orndorff Fredekiek argues for fair farm wages and urban job competition. He urges farmers to reflect on labor needs and management to boost productivity, noting city workers seek higher pay and farm families face limits.
President Roosevelt disclosed that uniformity among local draft boards on occupational deferments is lacking. He cited cases of two foremen, similar duties, treated differently, and urged manager or supervisor certification to improve consistency. He called for better employer consultation and staffing to streamline appeals and reduce delays.
A one-armed man was arrested early today for robbing the Bishop shoe shop in Lewistown. Mrs Abe Hedges saw him trying on boots at 11 pm with shoes and boots scattered around and a hand-wagon nearby. Constable G C Freshour made the arrest. Rev J K White seeks church vacation for health, with Rev J C Hawk from Singapore expected to fill in. Walter Stevens purchased 22 empty barrels for poultry shipping planned to reach about two tons. Thanksgiving Day to be observed as a legal holiday in Frederick with closings and church services.
The Nicodemus Ice Cream Company reports the purchase of a 29 acre tract at the Fair grounds for a housing development. Ten dungalows are under construction and streets have been laid out as part of the project. Helena Stauffer and others attended the home opening games and served refreshments. Benito Mussolini and Germany are mentioned in unrelated notes as a historical reflection. Trinity Chimes rang at three to commemorate Repudiation Day with Frederick Chapter DAR at the Court House.
One of Broadway’s soundest new hits, The Damask Cheek, is a personal triumph for Flora Robson the English actress. She plays a sympathetic role in Lloyd Morris and John Van Druten’s family drama set in 1909. Robson’s smile wins the audience as she abandons neurotic types and delivers a standout comedy turn on Broadway.
The text argues the United States failed to deliver promised supplies to Russia as plans for a joint British American North Africa campaign progressed. Supplies rerouted to Egypt boosted Allied efforts. Rommel’s forces in Libya could still delay, with a probable British stand at Aghella and a drawn out path to Rommel's defeat, possibly by spring.
The text recalls Woodrow Wilson in the early 1920s, reflecting on American failure to meet world duties and the costly redo of his vision. It notes his reception in Europe after World War I, his Fourteen Points debated globally, and his decline amid petty politics and vengeance seeking leaders.
A fragmentary satirical piece hints at German morale waning as tensions rise. It references Trev as a stern figure and a looming sense of public distress. Mentions a character Hiller contemplating action, with uncertain outcomes.
Washington notes judge Congress will tilt conservative two to one in January elections shift power unlikely to swing on party lines Newhall and Rodgers named to ABCJCMRDPMACTUN task force and other wartime notes include dehydrated foods training bills and transport curbs plus price controls and farming aims Dec 1 courier updates reflect Office of Price Administration logistics and Defense Transportation gaps
A compilation of notable anniversaries and birthdays. Entries cover Edward Rutledge Theodore Weld Franklin Pierce Billy the Kid Sir Gilbert Parker Henry B Joy Matthias Baldwin Locomotive milestones and birthdates, plus today’s births and horoscopes. Seaman David M Kemp noted as visiting family while stationed at Bainbridge Naval Training Station.
The Ladies Aid Society met at the Palmer home on West Thirteen Street with 35 members and guests. Mrs. E L Sparrow and Mrs Norman Blubaugh assisted. Programs included songs, prayers, readings by Jennie Ramsberg and Martha Crutchley, duets, solos, and a Thanksgiving talk. The December meeting will be at the Fox home on Orchard Avenue. Mrs. Charles S. Murray, aged 85, longtime Sunday school teacher, is celebrated today on South Market Street.
Mrs E E Remsberg hosted Buckeystown Women’s Club with six members and three guests. President Guy Bell led opening songs and a unison collect. donations to the school library and Emergency Hospital were reported. nominations and committees for Christmas plans were named. a talk by Florence Garner on Rosewood State School and prenatal clinics was featured. remodeling of clothing was discussed. a social hour followed. next hostess is Mrs Harry Keller.
A deed records the sale of property at the south side Brunswick street and east side Fourth avenue in Brunswick from Mr. and Mrs. Ira N. Waltz to Mr. and Mrs. E. L. Ayres. The stated consideration is about 4000 dollars.
A concise reflection notes holiness as a divine mandate from 1 Peter 1 16 and its role as the architectural plan for God building a living temple, citing Spurgeon. The piece frames holy living as foundational for believers and divine representation.
Traffic fines for the week ending November 18 in Maryland totalled 9921 with seven fatal accidents and seven victims. Suspensions include Herman Rhymer of Woodbine for 60 days for centerline violation and Cletus Cool of Emmitsburg pending insurance. Refusals include Nicola Carosella of Knoxville for license denial. Brunswick fines list Nicola Carosella for operating after license revocation at 100 dollars. Frederick fines cover Abe Chinn for passing a school bus at 5 dollars and multiple others for reckless driving, speeding, or related infractions with small penalties.
Euntlich Laccan Kemmee presents language notes on usage pronunciation and synonyms. It defines rational as having reason or understanding with a quoted Antoninus about a rational nature serving humankind and urges mastering one word daily.
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