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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Sep 02, 1943
Page
4
Wartime notices and subscription rates appear in this Frederic Maryland issue dated Thursday September 2 1943. The page lists Bureau of Circulations material from The Associated Press and notes rates for copy service and mid month to yearly options.
The FBI cites a unit of 200 German agents in thirty U S cities including Detroit where ordinary citizens were overheard or observed noting factory activity and freight moves. Citizens are urged to withhold information about any war effort location to prevent enemy intelligence from aiding efforts against the United States.
Senator Aiken of Vermont estimates federal wastage at 21 billion dollars over five years, equating to about 20 per person. He urges trimming federal payrolls and argues efficiency could prevent new tax legislation this fall. Byrd notes past extravagance. debate hinges on verifiable figures and possible staff reductions.
The article states the black widow is the sole dangerous spider in the United States and that it is not a corrosive threat.
Washington reports a sharp drop in 0 production blamed on manpower shortages and management strain with calls for independent inquiry. Senate probes ongoing as officials debate centralized control of war production and manpower to prevent further losses in Army and Navy airpower.
The history page marks birthdays of Murat Halstead born in Butler County Ohio and died in Cincinnati July 2 1908 Henry George born in Philadelphia author of Progress and Poverty who first printed his work Eugene Field born in St Louis Chicago died 1895 Heke Smith an Atlanta lawyer listed among notable figures of the era.
Local items from the September 2 1893 issue note IMR Rhodes R Kemp showing a cucumber 14 inches long and weighing 49 ounces. Mrs John J Kunkle and the Misses Isabel and Theresa Kunkle vacationing at Narragansett and staying September at West Point. Frederick Bicycle Club and friends plan a ride to Hagerstown leaving from club HQ at 8 o clock, return to Frederick. Miss Emma Leilich Mollie Eisenhauer Katie Kemp Sophie Saunders visiting Mrs Belle Sponselier at Ijamsville. Eggs quoted at 15 cents per dozen with winter packing options for those who missed the 12 cent price.
Mrs Re Town and daughter return from Lakeside Chin to Elm Street after summer. Sunday Educational Evening at Braddock Heights features State Welfare Director Emory L. Coblentz. Middie- Ward ToLinel Mebert of State Board of Education helps close Labor Day observance. Citywide fires and humorous casualties follow Yokohama conflagration after earthquake shock, per Iwaki radio message to RCA.
War interpretation notes Japan’s jitters after Marcus Island raid and looming long range air power. Doolittle raid referenced as turning point. Arnold and Dewitt discuss future bombers and Attu bases as key to sustained air attacks on Tokyo.
A binnacleist is a person associated with a ship’s binnacle. Maritime law requires annual drydock cleaning for hulls and barnacle removal. In poker a wild card cannot duplicate a card in a flush. Ely Culbertson and Herbert Hoover share authoring postwar world books. Mahatma means Great Soul.
The text advises using pleasant words and a kind display to smooth crowds and reveal facts. It suggests testing a plan with good demeanor, keeping a smile, and watching the crowd respond to kindness. It emphasizes calm persuasion over conflict and notes a correct approach yields better outcomes.
James Winfred McCormick 38 of Bolivard sustained fractures to the pelvis head and eye injuries in a Monday morning accident while attempting a U turn. Doctors at the hospital reported loss of sight in his left eye. Maryland police said the crash likely did not occur in Maryland and no report had been filed there.
Hartford analyst Babson argues postwar US industrial activity will stay strong. He cites exports totaling 1.069 billion in a month, rising employment to 62.4 million, and robust agriculture with rising food production. He warns of inflation but remains bullish on stocks and saving. He outlines demand for autos, appliances, and household goods after the war.
Dr Thomas D Masters reviews poliomyelitis spread in crowded settings, noting virus transmission through contaminated food and water, entry via the mouth, proliferation in the digestive tract, and possible brain stem or spinal cord invasion. He explains abortive cases and prolonged shedding in stool, with emphasis on sewage contamination and close contact transmissions.
The article notes a serious form of poliomyelitis demanding attention and warns that polio reports describe onset 17 to 20 days after tonsil removal. It explains tonsils act as barriers and removal may allow virus invasion, with summer removals coinciding with high incidence during infancy paralysis outbreaks. Mercury production in western Canada is reported as meeting 10 to 20 percent of UN needs, prior to wartime shifts.
After a 90 day break and amid war strain Congress returns with aims to steer war agencies. Prentiss Brown signals no rationing without congressional approval while OPA reorganizes under Bowles. War Food Administrator Jones seeks a workable production and price balance, and OEW faces new funding needs. A postwar plan by Sen. George and a possible United Nations framework loom as Congress weighs authority, budgeting, and oversight.
A compact saying contrasts biblical verse Psalms 41:1 with a Seneca remark on poverty, noting true wealth lies in generosity rather than mere possession, urging reflection on wealth and benevolence.
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