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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Sep 04, 1946
Page
2
The Frederick Maryland newspaper The News issues standard information including price schedules and policy terms. It notes correspondence must include real name and is a Fredericton court matter replica from September 4 1946 with AP dispatch rights and circulation details.
The article warns that soap availability will grow tighter with meat controls and rising by products shortages. It notes early shelf depletion, home slaughter, and by‑product dependence of soap makers, predicting further production slumps while recalling past farm soap making.
The article discusses soil erosion and its threat to U S agriculture warning of future food shortages if erosion continues. It explains Goldenrod’s pollen abundance noting a single plume containing thousands of florets and millions of pollen grains while highlighting its autumn honey value and historical herbal use for healing.
Washington notes broad support for a firm policy toward Russia though some fear war hysteria. The piece argues mobilization is necessary to deter aggression, cites Pearl Harbor lessons, and warns appeasement could invite conflict. It discusses Soviet and European troop mobilizations and urges continued unity behind a strong American defense.
A plant once branded a weed is praised for its beautiful plumes and autumn color though mainly valued by honey gatherers. The item notes occasional use as a tonic tea and laments its poor classification, urging a better fate for its appealing appearance.
Guidance for a schoolgirl on etiquette when meeting women of different ages emphasizes that a young girl should rise when introduced to an older woman, even if not required for adults. The article notes Emperor Hirohito owns one of the world’s most valuable clock and watch collections and repairs them himself.
Fifty Years Ago local notes report railroad pole holes dug along Middletown mountain side. A heavy rain begins at one o'clock offering relief. A fine horse owned by Mr Carlton Adalt near Burkettsville went mad after a prior bite by a mad dog and had to be killed. Other animals bitten by the same dog died. The supply of squirrels appears good in the Mountaindale area.
Twenty years ago the Boy Scouts from Frederick city and county finished a two week camp at Buckeystown and headed home Reverend Carl Maxwell and family also departed the camp. Traffic on Labor Day weekend showed wet slick roads likely causing more mishaps as hundreds of cars passed through the day. The Hustlers won the first game of the pennant series against Hagerstown.
A compendium of historical events and notable birthdays. Entries include figures such as Edward Bales Charles Forten Marcus Whitman Daniel Burnham Simon Lake and Henry Ford with dates ranging from 1640 to 1945. Also notes foundational moments like Los Angeles founding and technological milestones like Edison’s incandescent lamps.
Washington reports a new pension law ending reductions for hospitalized veterans with service connected or non service connected disabilities. The act raises all pensions by 20 percent and allows full cash payment for six months, then 50 percent retained by the VA until discharge, with a minimum $30 monthly guarantee for dependents and non dependents alike. Veterans with dependents remain unaffected.
A reader Q A format covers the three level states as per Britannica, pepper’s early use in desserts about 3000 4000 years ago, 1938 credit share of U S retail at almost a third with 9.3 percent installment sales, Coast Guard origin in 1915 from merging Life Saving and Revenue Marine Services, and KX designation explaining XB 367 A Experimental X5 35 as a lexperimental bomber.
The snippet lists individuals with birthplaces and ages including Tom K. Smith of St. Louis born Glenwood Mo 64 years ago and Alfred J. McCosker of New York, a radio company head with a New York origin. It also mentions Very Rev Harry C. Graham national director of the Holy Society in New York born Haven Conn 44 years ago. The column also contains a horoscope about a capable, generous person with a practical mind.
Washington correspondent recounts Donald M. Nelson's new book Arsenal of Democracy in which he criticizes the Army Supply Service led by Gen Brehon Somervell and details clashes over WPB authority during World War II. He cites disputes over synthetic rubber and 100 octane gasoline and notes a White House discussion with President Roosevelt and David Lilienthal.
Dorothy Dix advises a young mother to prioritize marriage duties over social outings and warns that seeking constant freedom risks breaking homes. She urges focusing on being a good wife and mother, finding happiness at home rather than the ballroom, and cautions about repeat separations or flings.
Washington letter notes artist Mary Burger touring Central and South America to paint presidents for a presidential album. She secured sittings from leaders including Bolivia's Villaroel before his death. Pan American Union plans to exhibit in a couple of months. Entomologists warn crickets damage fabrics and call for caution with poisons. Public Buildings Administration reports V J day space reductions and Capitol grounds maintenance details.
The article argues that hardship and responsibility forge character. It notes soldiers and civilians alike grow stronger under burden, while ease breeds cynicism. hard work and denial build heroic character and purposeful living despite discomfort.
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