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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Sep 14, 1951
Page
4
Economists warn inflation may rise as factories shift to war production, squeezing civilian goods. Hal Boyle notes advice like buying diamonds or a three car garage is impractical. instead tighten belts and save, as guns and butter compete for scarce wealth.
A shortage of steel and iron scrap threatens the nation as Defense Production Administration officials urge housewives to save soup cans to boost scrap recovery. Officials estimate 37 million tons of purchased scrap are needed and 25 million tons of home scrap will be used, with auto graveyards and old machinery as major sources.
The article surveys the Korean conflict after Ridgway and MacArthur, noting uncertain aims of the Communists. It argues Reds may seek a face-saving settlement or may not intend to settle at all, while warning of strengthened forces and a possible renewed Red offensive aided by air power.
A New York Times passage reflects September as a season of swift transitions and rich natural imagery. It dwells on cicadas, migration, ripening fruits, fading flowers, and the change from summer to autumn, with details of leaves, winds, and seasonal scents.
J B Morrin Chairman of Publicity thanks Frederick News editor for help with the 1951 Montgomery County Fair. He notes the editor and fair board members sincerely appreciated the hard work and cooperation, praising the publication’s role in the event.
Col Montescue T Moree to discuss civil defense on WFMD at 2 p.m. during Maryland Civil Defense Week. He and other Camp Detrick personnel will speak at Kiwanis Frederick Oct 2 and Thurmont Lions Oct 12. Face liftings planned for Camp Detrick Restaurant and Officers Mess with new colors and indirect lighting. Sergeant William O Love awarded for World War II service and current Air Force duties. Military notes list promotions and leaves. intramural football to start. local visits and seminars noted. Bonnie Jean Nichols born at Waller Reed General Hospital. Sewing classes for Camp Detrick wives ongoing.
The News reports President McKinley's death from wounds inflicted a week earlier in Buffalo. Frederick shows sorrow with bells tolling and crowd gathers. City officials suspend business for funeral, a public meeting is planned, and city hall will be draped in mourning. The issue notes a literary society election and the marriage of Harry Gilmore Benson to Minnie H. English.
Four colored boys aged 8 to 13 were turned over to the Children's Aid Society after police arrest. The Parkway School was entered and ransacked with supplies and books piled in a cupboard. Between 3,500 and 4,000 attended the barbecue at Firemen's Field Emmitsburg hosted by the Fire Company. A 971 pound beer barrel was served. Temperatures reached 90 degrees over the weekend and remained hot today per the forecast.
Washington report says British Foreign Secretary Herbert Morrison angered many by urging recognition of the Communist Chinese government and potential UN seat, while stressing trade gains. The critique questions whether such realism ignores human costs in Korea and strains alliance with the United States.
Hood College held its annual family dinner with attendees from Maine to California and beyond. Volunteers served while faculty, staff, and workers sat together, honoring 25 year plus veterans with new service pins and remarks by President Andrew G. Truxal.
The Motion Picture Association of America estimates that 60,000,000 admissions are paid into American movie theaters each week, reflecting strong audience demand across the nation.
The Visitation Academy will begin its 106th year of teaching on Wednesday September 19 enrollment is expected to exceed last year Only a grade school will be conducted with boarding and day students accepted Day students stay from morning to late afternoon and receive a mid day meal The commercial department offers a two year course in bookkeeping shorthand typing commercial law business English and office etiquette The music department remains a key part of the curriculum offering voice piano harp and violin Chapel renovations and new playground equipment have been added Alumnae reunion and home coming day will be held in mid October with exact date to be announced
Secretary General Trygve Lie and several UN officials have grown cool to opening a prayer and meditation room in the UN headquarters. A responsible UN source says a final decision is likely not soon and there is a strong possibility no room will be made available in the 38-story secretariat building.
Mrs. Justus D. Duve was re elected president of the Taskers Chance Garden Club at the September gathering hosted by Mrs. Theron Green on Rockwell Terrace. New officers include Melville Stockwell as vice president W Cash Smith secretary Edward D Grove Jr corresponding secretary and John B R Ewell treasurer. The club plans a booth at the Frederick Fair arts building selling plants hand made ceramics and garden novelties with flower arrangement demos.
Side Glances reports the birth of Robert Leslie to Mr. and Mrs. Robert R. Falkenstein at Frederick Memorial Hospital on September 6. Zonta Club of Frederick hosts a dinner at Middletown Fire Hall with entertainment by Herbert Davis. Various local ladies and families are listed as hosts, guests, and honorees in multiple society items and upcoming events for 1951-52 season including dances at the Shoreham Hotel and a Governor’s Ball.
Miss Bet Kay Damuth and Private Hart Shildt wed in a single ring ceremony at Thurmont Mett dist Church. The bride wore a blue suit with red corsage. best man was Howard Shildt. Family reception and engagements follow as notices from Thurmont and nearby towns.
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