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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Oct 25, 1937
Page
4
The Daily News in Frederick Maryland outlines standard journalistic policy including AP credit, correction procedures, and rules on submitting letters. It emphasizes real names for letters and publication only with consent and authoritativeness for statements.
Frederick Maryland undertakes a preliminary trial of parking meters on Market and Patrick streets to regulate two hour limits. City officials plan rigid enforcement of existing rules while awaiting study of costs and merits from various meter vendors.
The piece argues that longer life spanned by Alec and women stems from knowledge and public health spending. It asserts every able-bodied person adds value to society, justifying public money for sanitation, clean water, quarantine, health education, and clinics for the underserved, while condemning waste from illness.
A fragmented weathered quiz lists nations from Formosa to the United States and asks about time zones. It then probes geography and language with a single word descriptor for a set of words. A math puzzle states a lady buys shoes and laces for 375 dollars, asks the lace cost for two pairs given a 53 dollar premium for shoes.
State's Attorney James H. Pugh announced the grand jury will not be recalled to sift irregularities in county finances. The auditors' report will be presented to the new grand jury meeting November 8 for the Fall term of Circuit Court. Pugh cited the report's complexity and the need for complete, accurate facts before deliberation. The prior grand jury had returned indictments against county and former county employees.
A large congregation gathered at the Manor Reformed church to witness the installation of Rev S Lo Whitmore as pastor. Ministers in charge were Rev HON Skyles Rev EL R oEchbach and Rev PT. N. Holt. Dr George Diens ten dere resigns as pan uigeleal Lutheran church at the close of his morning sermon. He will sever his connection with the church January 1. Thomas Harwood at The bend on West Patrick Street has his large store room converted into a parlor by Tom Landerkin and his Reese.
Local columns note a big military tournament planned at Mount St Marys College on government order. Mentions Fourth Regiment transfer to Gettysburg, Episcopal church dedication at Brunswick Maine, and a livery bond purchase after a plea by Rev De J Spanu ler Boeffer. Retired jeweler William A Simmons dies aged 77 after long illness. A Rebecca Myers weds Herbert S Hahn at the Myers home ceremony performed by Breeman D.A. Breeman.
Rockville Oct 25 The dispute between Stan's Attorney James H Pugh and the Board of County Commissioners over handling irregularities in the annual county audit appears near end with Pugh to supervise all further investigations by the auditors The six week fight led to four indictments for embezzlement of county funds and dismissal actions against a fifth county employee, with reports made in secret and actions scarcely recorded in minutes.
Trinity church installed Officers of the church board of Christian Education and church school during Sunday worship led by Rev. W. T. Gover. Missionary day observed under Mrs Bettie E Sundergill and Miss Helen Smith. Evening service led by Miss Fairey Duvall. Lewistown 4-H Club met Oct 23 with Mary V Kelly hostess. Meetings, goals, and plans for Oct 27 discussed. Music Club Meets first session of 1937 38 at Miss Bettie Akers residence with discussion of Schumann and Humperdinck.
Gaithersburg October 25 The elected officers include Senior Class President Jack Mussetter and Vice President Eleanor Gartner with Secretary Grace Marie Thompson Also listed are Junior Class President Rachel Mussetter Vice President Hazel Ward and Secretary Treasurer Grace Mane Thompson
Reported irregularities in day tax receipts at the Rockville Police Court prompted officials to review audits. Commissioner Hagner moved to refer the matter to Pugh, a vote failed, and auditors agreed to report directly to higher authorities until all irregularities are fully investigated. The probe arose from an unusual gender balance in dog licenses, with male dogs named like Nelle. James King was later dismissed in a secret session.
A compact that lists historic anniversaries and birthdays across years with figures from Chester Dewey to Floyd Bennett and Agincourt to the Argonne. It notes notable births in 1792 1873 and 1990, plus a horoscope describing a strong studious mind and self contained nature.
This daily lesson highlights common misuses such as can versus may and the correct pronunciation of San Jose. It notes misspellings of available and negligee and defines fabulous as a wondrous or astonishing tale. It urges mastering one word daily and using it accurately.
Dr Fishbein explains how diet and drugs trigger skin eruptions and how hidden infections, gland issues, and nervous system states influence skin health. The article notes foods like shellfish or strawberries and drugs such as bromides can provoke reactions, while focal infections and endocrine disorders affect skin appearance.
A reader puzzle details social rules for receptions including waiting times for guests, numbers in a receiving line, and congenial host pairings. It asks how long a guest may stay, how many in a receiving line, and if hosts should seat guests apart from the guest of honor. Answers and a brief “What Would You Do” scenario conclude with guidance on hosting behavior.
Francis Brett Young delivers a sweeping novel set in Africa, paralleling Boer history with frontier life. The trek of boer families unfolds from court to convict ship to wilderness, amid Blauwkrans massacre and harsh colonial drama, drawn from years of study and firsthand exposure.
A raised voice in favor of liberal expression contrasts the United States with foreign regimes. The author argues perfection is unattained and questions rules that suppress views, urging that Americans should preserve the liberty to speak openly without fear of punishment.
The November night sky features Orion the warrior rising in the east with Betelgeuse and Rigel, Taurus eyeing Aldebaran, and Capella overhead. Saturn and Mars appear low in the south and southwest while Jupiter shines near Capricornius. Pegasus and Cassiopeia frame the northern sky as Fomalhaut glows. Moon phases listed: first quarter November 11 at 4:33 a.m., full November 18 at 3:08 p.m., last quarter November 24 at 5:04 p.m.
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