Dream of Boyhood Runstin Butcher Admits Rail Ambitions
Kansas country editor Dream of Boyhood Runstin Butcher says his hor hood ambitions were not realized noting he would still rather be a railway locomotive engineer than President of the United States. He reflects on railroading’s glamor in youth versus today’s safety and discipline and jokes he might opt for the presidency if given a ride in a locomotive cab.
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Runstin Butcher
Kansas Country
United States
Altoona Tribune
Butcher
Mgr
Luf's Stuff Fortunat opinions differ
A reflective unsigned piece by N. A. Lufburrow contemplates differing opinions on progress and risk. It argues that debate can sharpen wits, and that cautious yet bold plans could lead to healthier advancement through collective effort and thoughtful restraint.
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N. A. Lufburrow
Properly asking before inviting a neighbor child for lunch
The correct approach is to obtain the mother’s permission before asking the child. This avoids disappointing the child and shows respect for parental authority and boundaries in the neighborhood social setting.
Cobblestones to be replaced on Court Square street paving
Fifty Years Ago Local Items From The Columns Of The News reports property owners on Court Square and Court Street plan to remove cobblestones and pave with vitrified brick, bearing two thirds of the cost. Local milliners opened fall and winter hats amid feathered finery, Rosenour & Sons win a police uniform contract, Frederick City Hospital Association forms a board and approves Northwest Addition site, Century Cycle Club of Washington challenges Arlington wheelmen to a 100 mile Frederick return race attracting local interest.
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Court Street
Messrs
Frederick
Twenty Years Ago Local Items From The News 1927
The mayor and aldermen seek county funds to insure or replace fire apparatus for county fires. Plans for a Hallowe en parade sponsored by the Lions Club offer $126 in prizes. The state’s attorney favors hiring corporation prisoners for city streets. Citizens Truck Company directors appoint drivers and Captain F Lester Smith as captain.
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Hallowe'en
Lions Club
Storm
Citzens Truck Company
Maurice Anglebower
Roy Mealey
Robert Hiltner
F. Lester Smith
Reckless Gambles of Marriage Warned by Dorothy Dix
Dorothy Dix argues that marriage determines fate more than any other act and laments how people rush into unions despite clear warnings. She notes letters from readers about marrying drinkers, liars, naggers, or gold diggers, and urges careful appraisal before committing.
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Bell Syndicate, Inc
Contentment a Blessing or a Curse
Analysis of contentment from a moral angle. Contentment can be blessing when born of faith love and conscience. If it stems from animal appetite or lack of responsibility, it becomes a curse. The piece cites that great souls seldom felt true contentment and warns on its source deciding its value.
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Kari
Douglass
D. D
Babson Newspaper
Stnd.j
Life With Father at Tivoli Three Days
The stage hit Life With Father comes to Tivoli theater Wednesday through Friday. The film closely follows the play seen by locals at Frederick High School last winter. William Powell shines as Father and Irene Dunne as his wife receive strong praise. Powell’s work is noted as Oscar potential in this Warner Bros. production.
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Tivoli Theater
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Powell
Warner Bros
Peru Finds Ruins of Ancient City After Irrigation Change
Peruvian archaeologists report uncovering the ruins of a vast pre-Inca city spanning about 11 square miles. They say it was savaged in prehistoric times when irrigation of surrounding valleys polluted soils with alkali, forcing abandonment.
Truman shifts on special session price aid push
Washington Daybook reports President Truman abruptly shifts to call a special session on price controls and foreign aid. Key supporters include Alben Barkley and urban mayors like O'Dwyer and Humphrey. Liberal Democrats Clifford Sullivan Kilgore Myers marshal data. Gallup poll shows Truman ahead. Republicans appear uncertain after his sudden reversal.
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Washington
Oct
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Joe Martin
Bob Taf
Hadin
Albee Barkley
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Bill O'Dwyer
New York
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Chicago
Minneapolis
Hubert Humphrey
O Dwyer
John McCormick
Boston
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Democratic Party
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Gael Sullivan
Democratic National Committee
Harley Kilgore
West Virginia
Francis Myers
Pennsylvania
Sullivan
Clifford
Harry Truman
Myers
Joe O'Mahoney
Joint Committee On the Economic Report
Kilgore
Mr. Truman
Charleston
W. Va
Gallup
Afr
GOP
Washington: Business Attitudes on Marshall Plan Safeguards
Oct 28 report notes consensus for limited year one funding and safeguards. Business leaders urge no dole, restrict foreign aid to central shipments, and require production goals. Debate centers on Germany reconstruction, domestic restrictions, and risk of long-term commitments affecting postwar economy.
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Washington
Europe
South America
Harriman
America
Kid-Gloved Heist Ends in Stakeout Shootout
Baltimore police recovered six men in kid gloves from a East Side apartment after a 4:30 a.m. gun battle that started near police headquarters. A vending office safe had $2,012 in coins and tools found, plus a car bearing New York plates involved. A man and woman were arrested as officers swept ten housing units,Corners of Pratt and Spring streets. Authorities reported a break-in at the vending office with a damaged basement window and forced doors.
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Pratt and Spring Streets
New York
William H. McGee
McGee
Edward J. Smith
Smith
Perkins Housing Project
Bible Wisdom and Language Notes Collage
A collage of biblical quotes and language tips. It links Job James and John Gay with reminders on patience and speech. Includes pronunciation guidance for Carton and a quip on vocabulary growth.
No Shortage Of Liquors Seen Ahead Of Holidays
Local liquor dealers report no immediate shortage from the sixty day distilling shutdown. Some upper price aged spirits may become scarce, smaller bottles likely to run low due to longer prep times. Salesmen are pessimistic about the holiday impact, though veteran sellers doubt a shortage will occur. Buying typically starts mid November.
Weather summary for October 1945 and 1947 deficits
The 24 hour precipitation ending 8 30 a m today is trace with October to date at 19 inch and normal October precipitation at 2 95 inches actual October 1945 at 2 93 inches. Deficiency in 1947 precipitation to October 1 stands at 3 89 inches. Yesterday’s high was 77, low last night 19. Sun sets 5 15 p m, rises 6 34 a m. Rivers Monocacy clear and very low at Buckeystown, Potomac clear and low at Point of Rocks.
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Claims U S Soldiers In Trieste Slain
Rep. Marion Bennett asserts that many American soldiers have been killed or wounded by Communists in Trieste behind a brass curtain of censorship. He cites 63 incidents since U S forces moved into the territory, now a Free State, and warns the situation could spark a wider war. The Army declined comment.
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Marion T. Bennett
R-Mo
Trieste
Missouri
Europe
Near East
United States
Tatian
Yugoslavia
Bennett
Springfield
Kremlin
Veterans Guide on VA subsistence overpayments
Veterans owe the VA 47 million dollars in subsistence allowance overpayments from training and education programs. Overpayments occurred when veterans underestimated earnings or failed to report end of training, leading to continued payments. Options to repay include monthly partials, full repayment, deductions from future allowances, or withholding future checks until debt clearance. The VA may deduct $20 weekly from readjustment or unemployment benefits for ex-servicemen with no other repayment plan.
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Thomas M. Nial
Washington
Veterans Administration
Bradier
Bere
County 4-H Clubs Mark National Achievement Week
Frederick county 4-H sets National Achievement Week November 1 to 21 with meetings and radio broadcasts to showcase results. Girls canned 2 000 quarts plus aided 1 690 quarts, served 500 meals, froze 1 200 pounds, cared for 10 garden acres, and prepare overseas packages. Boys report 8 garden acres, 20 beef cattle, 170 swine, 194 dairy animals, 2 000 poultry. A November 5 radio program features reps. packages for overseas children are shipped from several clubs to New Windsor. A county banquet is planned November 21. the theme is working together for a better home and world community.
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Myersville
New Market
Unionville
Middletown
Burkittsville
Jefferson
Petersville
Lewistown
Adamstown
Urbana
Braddock
Libertytown
Church World Service Center
New Windsor
Doctor Says Influenza Vaccine Limits and Timing
The piece explains that influenza vaccination does not protect against the common cold, offers about two weeks to develop immunity, and then waning protection over months. It suggests vaccinating before outbreaks, notes mixed forecasts of epidemics, and lists who might benefit, with additional medical Q A on cramps and a historical note on Crete’s control by various powers.
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