This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 15 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Sep 06, 1947
Page
4
The notice lists subscription prices including monthly and yearly rates. It notes audit bureau affiliation and indicates the publication is mailed as second class matter. The location Freder ic k, Ma is given with the date September 1947.
Amid wartime reports of rising savings deposits, a new survey shows American families are spending 40 percent more on life insurance than before the war. The typical family spends about 150 dollars annually, equal to 3 percent of income, with continued self reliance and a stronger desire to provide for dependents through life insurance or retirement plans. The thrift supports housing, public works, and post war reconstruction as veterans convert life coverage.
The essay compares a shipboard bell to a conscience that warns when we stray. It argues that a functioning conscience chastises early through guilt and must be heeded to avoid personal shipwreck. Cowardice and betrayal erode conscience, leading to despair if ignored.
The Republican Judicial convention will be held at Point of Rocks tomorrow with John C. Motte likely nominated for judge. Delegates from Frederick district include Mitton G. Urner and A. H. Hartingten.
Eugene E Zigmer, a 63 year old citizen and former employee of the Emmitsburg Motor Company, is noted. Robert L Kolb, spending summer at East Third Street, plans a trip to New York for a Legion convention and European tours. About 65 pounds of honey were produced from a square column fixing the front perch of Mrs Lewis T Byron’s property at Taylors Landing along the Potomac River. Dud city crowed with excitement as hundreds attended track events and a Labor Day banquet followed.
The Frederick area reports public schools enrolling 3.6 percent, St John's Literary Institute with 282 students, and the Maryland State School for the Deaf naming teachers and a September 22 opening. Almanac items note a homecoming for St John’s College in Annapolis, bond sales, local civic drives, and various county events through the month.
In Washington Europe is not ready for immediate American aid as Undersecretary Lovett hints at grave need. Congress may be pressured into a special session while critics demand proof funds are wisely used. Britain’s loan use and European inflation fears are scrutinized amid calls for prudent allocation and domestic priorities.
A house guest feeling tired wonders when to retire and if they must wait for the host to declare bedtime. The proper approach is to gently ask permission to leave and say good night rather than waiting for family cues.
The twenty fifth Hoover DeLauter reunion on August 30 at Braddock Heights included a post dinner program and officers elected: President Charles DeLauter and Secretary Rev Ora De Lauter. Attendees list many DeLauter relatives and friends with plans to meet at the same site next year.
A medical notice emphasizes diphtheria risk and the need for vaccination in outbreaks and for booster doses. It notes transmission by carriers and even milk, outlines symptoms by site, stresses early antitoxin treatment, and mentions immunization gaps and age dosing guidelines.
Washington reports a tense split inside the Truman administration as conservative and liberal blocs clash over policy. Key figures include Forrestal Harriman Krug and Clark Clifford guiding the president, with Sullivan and Schwellenbach among the liberal operatives. A Taft Hartley split and new trust busting moves shape the unfolding intra administration battle. Also notes steel and gun tensions and Defense Secretary Forrestal’s cautious approach to interservice friction.
Dorothy Dix asks why successful men pick unsuitable wives and fail at marriage while maintaining careers. She notes educated men marry partners with little in common and wonder why husbands neglect affection, training, or domestic harmony, calling it a mystery no one has solved.
Articles of incorporation for several enterprises have been received for recording by the clerk of the court from the State Tax Commission. Creators include Frederick Appliance Company Emmitsburg Development Shelby Realty Corporation Wayside Enterprises and a name change for Southern Block and Supply to Southern Lumber and Supply. Ephraim Liquors Inc stock issuance is also listed. The delay between filing and receipt is explained as customary.
The eleventh Putman reunion was held August 31 at Braddock Heights Park with 260 persons. A basket lunch followed an opening program and prayers. Officers elected include President Raymond Putman and Vice President Austin Z Putman. Prizes honored largest family and oldest married couple among a long list of attendees.
A compilation of Q and A items covering handicapping methods in horse racing, ownership of the Garden of Gethsemane by the Franciscan Fathers, Johnny Appleseed and his deeds, the authenticity of Wes Philip Nolan, the greatest detectible sound distance from Krakatoa, and the Alaska delegate to Congress being elected for a two year term with a non voting seat.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.