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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Sep 15, 1947
Page
4
Dorothy Dix offers teen guidance on appeal to boys, urging self assessment of looks, manner, clothing, makeup, conversation, and home environment. The piece invites girls to evaluate their charm, confidence, and vibe to attract attention, with a focus on personal presentation and social atmosphere.
The State Department released text of a proposed international agreement on freedom of information drafted by American newspaper executives. It envisions full access for accredited correspondents, abolition of censorship except for military security or libel, and a most favored nation approach to ensure equal treatment of views, a step toward world peace though challenged by dictators ruling dark lands.
European conferees shift from a $30 billion need to a more modest, realistic estimate. U.S. limits on aid become clearer as experts admit uncertainty about Europe’s exact requirements. A congressional mission may clarify figures and pave formal agreements. Congress would not approve a $30 billion grant.
The report notes no precipitation in the 24 hours ending 8 am today and shows September rainfall to date at 1-283 inches. It lists sun and moon times and mentions a Buck Potomac clear sky. The Ell Club met at the home of Hanover president Kirk D seemer with refreshments. a dinner is planned for October 13. attendees included several Frederick residents and Edward Lease of Hagertown.
A six year old boy, Henry Bishop, was wedged for 17 hours in a chimney of a five story Harlem building. Police cut a hole through a wall and pulled the frightened child to safety in New York on September 14.
September 15 1897 notes reveal Democratic nomination for Clayton Keedy of Fredrick to oppose Republican John C Molter for judge. MESSRS SAHM AND DILL showcase a 1887 safety bicycle by McClintock Young. Sousa band concert planned for fair week. New vitrified brick pavement laid at Junior engine house entrance. H J Markey promises free shoe polishing with purchase.
Twenty years ago in Urbana a construction contract for a new four room school was awarded to W C Geesey Frederick at a bid of 17500 to be completed in about 20 days. The temperature soared to 95 degrees before noon as an intense heat wave wore on, closing shops and delaying outdoor work. Properties of the late Mrs Mary A Duvall at 210 and South Market streets were sold to Edward J Winebrunner who also bought the brick dwelling of Russell L Duvail at 6 East South Street. Judge Hammond Urner delivered an address on the constitution urging respect for the law at a Lions Club meeting.
Washington Daybook by Tris Coffix reports a prized Soviet two year plan copy used by War Navy and State planners. It notes more Soviet divisions than U.S. peak wartime strength, strong agricultural drive, and rising aviation output. Also covered are Kennan versus defense thinkers, and a dramatic Senate moment involving Senator McKellar near the tax vote.
A newspaper card notes English lesson notes misspellings and misuses. It cites pronunciation hints for earnest sounds and presents the daily goal to expand vocabulary by mastering one word. Legacy is defined as a bequest or something left by will.
The address explains grand jury roles and duties in Frederick County, urging cooperation with jury service, secrecy, and impartiality. It outlines selection, responsibilities of grand versus petit jurors, and the need for open-minded deliberation under local laws and customs.
About 2,000 motorcycle fans witnessed George Sabine of Washington win the expert event three times at Braddock Heights on Sunday. George Becraft placed second with Stewart Dayhoff and Jefferson rider Leon Blickenstal taking third in other races. one accident involved Paul DeGrange and Wilbur Smith was unable to compete due to a leg injury.
The Dominican Republic announces it has withdrawn its ambassador from Madrid in line with a 1946 UN General Assembly recommendation targeting the Franco regime. Argentina remains the sole GN member not complying ahead of the 1947 UN assembly in New York.
Multiple traffic cases heard before Magistrate Alton Bennett with troopers Jonesifer and Myers. Paul K Huber of Knoxville and Oliver B Palmer of Liberty fined for violations. Several others recorded for exceeding speed and reckless driving. Deed recorded for residence sale at 10 East Ninth Street, Brandenburg to Price, about 14000 dollars. Irregular stock market trends noted in New York.
In a Washington Veterans Guide piece, hospitalized veterans at Station Island VA hospital form a wheelchair bound baseball team. Julius Levin and Artie White lead a group of 18 paralytics who started by tossing a softball and now play as two managers organize games against paraplegics. White, wounded in Sicily, plays third base and notes pressure sores as a major worry while hoping for home after receiving a car under the amputees program.
A legend tells of a medieval knight who vows to bring back the most valuable thing from the Holy Land. After a spiritual transformation, he brings a taper to light bread for children but keeps faith through a storm. The congregation later cries out for the light, meaning the knight’s righteous life and steadfast ideals.
Hundreds of families were evacuated from Honshu as floods from torrential rains preceded a typhoon rushing toward Japan. Evacuees include families of First Cavalry Division artillery units stationed at Ota, 65 miles north of Tokyo, with no casualties reported. The Tonegawa river overflowed washing out bridges and railroad tracks. Prussic acid is used to fumigate ships and its poisonous vapor can penetrate cracks and even bricks given time.
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