Fighting Men May Not Get A Chance To Vote
The service vote bill faced swift move to Roosevelt desk or congressional delay. Senate went into a special session as House backed a states rights absentee ballot measure and an administration federal ballot proposal remains in play. Supporters plan to attach the federal bill to the House measure, risking delay or back to House for a conference.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Roosevelt
Senate
House
Army
Navy
Senate House
Death Notices: Garver and Young Services in Maryland Town
Harry L. Garver of Smithsburg dies at 58 after illness began December 18. He worked 20 years at Frick company Waynesboro and leaves wife Cora Kuhn Garver, a daughter, step son in England, a grandchild, siblings, and is to be interred at Smithsburg cemetery with services at his home Tuesday. Joseph E. Young, 73, dies at his daughter's home in Smithsburg area after two weeks illness. born in Gapland, survived by daughters, a son, sisters, five grandchildren, and one great grandchild. Funeral Monday at the home with burial in Brownsville Episcopal cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry L. Garver
Smithsburg
Leitersburg
Maurice L
Nannie J. (Fahrney) Garver
Frick Company
Waynesboro
Trinity Lutheran Church
Cora (Kuhn) Garver
Annabelle Unger
Glenn Buhrman
England
D. F. Kriner
Hagerstown
John F
Robert L
Carl L
Rev
Stonesifer
Joseph E. Young
Ragen Unseld
West Howard Street
Ness
Augustus
Laura
Claggett) Young
Gapland
Fred Hoffman
Middletown
Anseld
Ernest
Rohrersville
Joseph Gray
Frank Gray
Washington
D. C
Sloop
Brownsville Episcopal Cemetery
Boward and Brooks Obituaries Headline Notices
Mrs Barbara Ellen C Boward widow of Lewis D Boward died at 62 East Antietam street Friday at 3 pm after two months illness aged 73 Born in Rohrersville she lived in Hagerstown 60 years Survived by sons Raymond Allentown Edgar Slatington and Kenneth Boward Hagerstown six grandchildren and two great grandchildren Funeral Monday at 2 pm at A K Coffman with Rev Paul M Robinson and Rose Hill cemetery interment Mrs Mattie Brooks died at her daughter Mrs Harry Bowmans Williamsport home after three weeks illness aged 75 Former Clarendon resident Survived by sons Jerry and Roy Salsgiver daughters Mrs Harry Bowman and Mrs Roman E Taylor 19 grandchildren and great grandchildren Funeral Tuesday at 2 pm at Mrs Taylors home 301 Conococheague Street extended with Rev Cyril Hoover officiating Green Lawn cemetery
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Barbara Ellen C. Boward
Lewis D. Boward
East Antietam Street
Rohrersville
James and
Sara
Norris) Coffman
Hagerstown
Church of the Breth
Raymond L
Allentown
Edgar E
Slatington
Kenneth L. Boward
A. K. Coffman
Paul M. Robinson
Rose Hill Cemetery
Mattie Brooks
Harry Bowman
East Potomac Street
Williamsport
Clarendon
Jerry Salsgiver
Roy Salsgiver
Buckley
Wash
Roman E. Taylor
Taylor
Conococheague Street
Cyril Hoover
Green Lawn Cemetery
In Memoriam for Julian Owen Ambrose
In remembrance of son and brother Julian Owen Ambrose who died February 5 1941. Nothing but memories as we journey on longing for a smile from a loved one gone. None knew the depths of our deep regret. We remember and will never forget signed Mr and Mrs H L Ambrose and daughter Janet Adv 4.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Julian Owen Ambrose
H. L. Ambrose
Janet
In loving memory of our darling little boy Bobby
In loving memory we recall Bobby who died in February 1942. His family cherishes his brief life and keeps his memory close in their hearts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bobby
Chief W. G. Noble Dies Suddenly
W G Noble former chief of the Fairchild guards died unexpectedly in Baltimore. He organized the guards here after joining from Glenn L Martin Co. in Baltimore and served about 214 years. Surviving are his wife and two Navy sons. Funeral Tuesday at 10 a m in Baltimore with pallbearers M L Murphy and Roy I Haines.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. G. Noble
Fairchild Guards
Baltimore
Chief Noble
Glenn L. Martin Company
Martin
Motor Vehicles Commission
Florida
Navy
M. L. Murphy
Roy I. Haines
The
Mother Of Local Boy Receives Purple Heart Medal
Mrs. Nellie F. Startzman of Concord Street has been awarded the Purple Heart posthumously for Pvt. Vernon Startzman killed in action in Venatora Italy on November 7 1943. The certificate and medal honor his military merit and sacrifice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nellie F. Startzman
Concord Street
Pvt
Vernon
Startzman
Venetara
Italy
Expansion on Ebeye Island and nearby areas
Forces have expanded hold on Ebeye Island amid two seaplane bases, ramps, han gars, shops, a pier and a radio station. Two small islands between Ebeye and Kwajalein fell with light resistance, while Gugegwe and Loi faced bombardment as Nimitz reported ongoing operations at Kwajalein atoll with moderate American casualties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ebeye Island
Ebeye
Kwajalein
Gugegwe
Loi
Lease Signed For Rental Of Airport
The municipal airport will be leased for 2000 dollars a year after Mayor Richard H. Sweeney and Richard Henson of the Henson Flying Service signed the lease. City officials expect 2000 dollars yearly to cover maintenance for ten years. Mr Henson has operated the airport for several years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richard H. Sweeney
Richard Henson
Henson Flying Service
Henson
Quakes Continuing To Rock Turkey
Nazi propaganda agency transmitted a German dispatch to Balkan controlled papers saying 36 new Turkish shocks were reported in the last 24 hours. The FCC reported the Turkish quake death toll rising to 1395 while noting it did not confirm deaths from the latest tremors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Turkey
FCC
Funkhouser Refuses To Be A Puppet Of Party Bosses
At a Parsons West Virginia campaign stop Raymond J Funkhouser announced he will not be a puppet of party bosses in his bid for the Republican gub ernor ial nomination He said WV GOP bosses are mistaken misguided and foolish and that agreeing to run the state to their wishes would have made him their front man.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Raymond J. Funkhouser
Parsons
W. Va
West Virginia
Funkhouser
Cigarette Lighters Ad from Saum's at 21 Jonathan St
Saum's offers dependable cigarette lighters advertised at one dollar. The small ad highlights a reliable product with a simple price point, reflecting a local shop deal.
A Thousand to Select From Modern Birthstone Rings
Saum s at 21 Jonathan Street offer a wide range of modern birthstone rings priced from five dollars and up. The ad highlights affordable jewelry options for gift buyers and ring lovers seeking colorful stones and classic styles.
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Saum’s
Jonathan St. Ady
Nylon Hosiery As War Needs Ease Up
New York report states nylon production has expanded so greatly that when military demands drop, supply to hosiery industry will be sufficient. Robert A. Ramsdell, sales director for Du Pont division, says conversion will be immediate when government requirements permit. Bootleg stockings fetched $7 a pair for good stock and $36 for the buyer beware kind, with prices at Christmas reaching $12.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Robert A. Ramsdell
B. J. DuPont de Nemours and Co
Eggs Plentiful But Not Apples On City Market
Eggs were 32 cents a dozen and plentiful on the city market this morning as mild weather keeps hens productive. Stacks of foodstuffs, especially chickens, show broad supply while apples remain scarce and costly, with Daniel G. Martin noting prices near record highs due to fruit scarcity and a decade of low apple volumes.
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Daniel G. Martin
Martin
Dunkerque hit in Toulon raid as battleship burns
London reports the French battleship Dunkerque, a 26,500 ton vessel launched in 1935, was struck and burning after Toulon bombing yesterday. The ship, previously scuttled by the French navy in 1942 and later reported dismantled by Germans, was near the Toulon naval base attacked by Allied Mediterranean heavy bombers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Vichy Radio
Toulon
France
Eleanor Roosevelt Delivers Punctual Dinner Speech
New York February 5 The President's wife Mrs Eleanor Roosevelt spoke at a dinner at nine sharp last night. Guests mainly school teachers asked for the time while waiting. The dinner chairman announced the time and Mrs Roosevelt entered precisely at nine.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Eleanor Roosevelt
Legislators May Soon Perform Marriages
Mississippi lawmakers consider a bill to allow legislators to solemnize marriages. The measure, by Senator H. T. Smith of Oxford, would permit ceremonies only in counties where the legislator resides.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jackson
Miss
Mississippi
Senate
H. T. Smith
Oxford
Aberdeen Proving Grounds recruitment drive next week
Irvin Demenstein, a special Civil Service representative, will be at the U S Employment Office all next week starting Monday at 10 a m to recruit workers for the Aberdeen Proving Grounds. Those in essential industries are not eligible to apply. Only workers released from current jobs may apply.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Irvin Demenstein
Special Civil Service
U. S
Aberdeen Proving Grounds
Aberdeen
Don't Buy Wedding Rings Until You See Our Selection
A local ad urges shoppers to wait before purchasing wedding rings, promising a broader selection and potential better options. The notice emphasizes delaying purchase to review available styles and prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Saum’s
Jonathan St. Adv
State Officials Clash Over County Welfare Salary Funding
Public Welfare Director J Milton Patterson says Washington county commissioners refuse to fund 1943 1944 salary increases per state standard law, calling for AG review. Commissioner I Keller Shank objects centralization, notes plan to form a bicounty committee to seek repeal of welfare salary mandates, meeting set for Feb 16 in Baltimore.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Milton Patterson
Washington
I. Keller Shank
Washington County
Welfare Board
Patterson
Garrett
Frederick
State Welfare Board
State Board
Refrigerator Repair Concerns Highlight War Industry Woes
The article notes that refrigerators must be checked for defects and repaired promptly to avoid major trouble. Agencies warn that fixing a fridge cannot be done at a moment's notice and may require several days for a skilled man to be available. Replacements cannot match experienced repairmen, who typically require three years of field service before efficient work. Repairmen are on the extreme essential list per War Manpower Commission, urging those not fully utilized to return to their former jobs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
War Manpower Commission
Brewer L. Stouffer
WMC
Unity Needed In Homeland Unity Needed In Homeland
Soldiers returning from overseas lament the United States bickering over wage disputes during wartime. They urge national unity and broad support, not partial backing, as the country fights. The author condemns self interested demands while acknowledging conscientious efforts to aid the war.
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United States
Have Your Old Watch Recused Large Selection
A local shop invites customers to trade in or recycle old watches with a large selection on offer starting at $3.50. The promotion emphasizes affordable options for jewelry upkeep and disposal.
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Saum’s
Jonathan St. Adv
Round and Square Dance at Mt Lena Tavern Saturday
Round and square dance every Saturday night at Mt Lena Tavern with music by Four Aces. Fried chicken served. Adv.
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MT. Lena Tavern
Four Aces
Backers Plan To File Names Of MacArthur And McCormick Today
Chicago based filings begin the 1944 Republican presidential push as groups back Col Robert McCormick and Gen Douglas MacArthur ready petitions to place their names on the Illinois GOP primary ballot on April 11. Wendell Willkie may also be entered. Filing opens today in Springfield with a Feb 21 final date and withdrawal deadline Feb 26.
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Chicago
Robert R. McCormick
Douglas MacArthur
Illinois
Wendell Willkie
McCormick
Chicago Tribune
MacArthur
Southwest Pacific
Secretary of State
Springfield
Maryland War Prisoners Count Mentioned in Aid Report
Maryland has 266 service men held in war prison camps, per War Prisoners Aid compiled by National War Fund. R. Paul Smith reports aid group ships books, sports equipment, instruments, and comfort materials to camps with nearly 100 neutral representatives visiting prisoners to counter isolation and despair.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maryland
War Prisoners Aid
National War Fund
R. Paul Smith
Washington County
Mr. Smith
Typesetters Take Refresher Course in Cumberland Valley
About fifty linotype operators and operator-machinists attend a one day mechanical clinic at Hotel Alexander in the Cumberland Valley. Ed ward C. Jorgensen P. L. Burton and Frank Williams of Mergenthaler Linotype Company of Brooklyn conduct the sessions. The program covers mechanical linotype functions basic adjustments and economical maintenance to support peak wartime production.
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Cumberland Valley
Hotel Alexander
Mergenthaler Linotype Company
Brooklyn
N.Y
Edward C. Jorgensen
P. L. Burton
Frank Wiliams
Mergenthaler Company
Graphic Arts
Rent Registrations Continue Steady Here in Hagerstown
The Hagerstown Rent Control office reports rental registrations remain steady with a slight January rise, though they will not disclose exact figures. Since September 1942 all renters must register dwellings and provide a copy to the leasee, with a small drop in complaints since rent control began.
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Hagerstown Area
News of Our Men and Women in Uniform
Charles Lee Downey promoted to major and moved from Austin to Fort Leavenworth for advanced training. Aviation metalsmith trainee Charles Ray Spielman graduates at Navy Pier Chicago. Multiple local servicemen on leave, overseas, or stationed in England and North Africa share addresses for correspondence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Lee Downey
Simon L. Downey
Austin
Texas
Fort Leavenworth
Kansas
Major Downey
Edith Bell
Keller B. Bell
Kemp’s
Downey
Charles Ray Spielman
Helen Mae Spielman
North Locust Street
Naval Training School
Naval Air Technical Training Center
Navy Pier
Chicago
Charles
Potomac Orchestra Cakewalk at Masonic Temple
At the Masonic Temple 52 South Potomac Street every Saturday at 7 30 p.m. the Potomac Orchestra hosts a cakewalk with prizes. George Wiles serves as figure caller. Admission is 25 cents including tax. Advance tickets urged.
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Masonic Temple
S. Potomac St
Potomac Orch
Geo
Wiles
25C Inc. Tax
Ladies' Diamond Rings Of Guaranteed Quality
A local ad offers ladies diamond rings of guaranteed quality priced from fifteen dollars upward. The short notice highlights value and durability likely aimed at gift buyers seeking reliable jewelry at accessible cost.
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F.D.R
Jonathan St
Dixie Supply, Inc
Franklin Street
Reichard’s
W. Antietam St
H. W. Zeigler
W. Howard St
Earle
Washington St
Frederick Street
Wilhelm
Thumma Motor Co
Hagerstown Industrial Loan
Earl Neikirk
Ren
Memoriam
W. L. Moats
Adv
SAUM
Steffey & Findlay, Inc
Key Island
Saum's
General Ins
Agey
Dealers In Sound Insurance
Professional Arts
Arthur Ff
Detrow
Gen
Mar
Community Finance Service, Inc
W. Washington St
Kraiss Funeral Home
N. Potomac St
Little Mike’s Tavern
Cleveland Ave
Chairman Smith
Chest
Pfc. Clair
Brinton, Jr
Canada
Army Air Corps
Ethel Authier
West
Sampson N. Y
George Oliver Baker
South Cannon Avenue
James Louis Eyerly
Howard Street
William Victor Martin
Washington Street
Guy Edwin Shoemaker
Norway Avenue
William Lee Smith
High Street
Edward M. Miller
South Potomac Street
Lloyd Allen Cline
Carrolton Street
Charles L. Balthus
Hilda Balthus
East
Ralph R. Rickett
Catherine Reynolds
Arthur C. Reynolds
George Street
Charles A. Jenkins
Pfe
Wilbur R. Hershberger
Clyde Hershberger
Hq. Co
Fort Leonard Wood
Missouri
Harold S. Eichelberger
Vernon S. Eichelberger
North Africa
Avon Road
South Foundry Street
Joseph W. Ralls
Nellie Ralls
Camp Mackall
Ralls
Nashville
Lewis C. Spessard
Charles Spessard
North
Cannon Avenue
Fairchild's
Mav Army Air Base
Pueblo
Col
Fleigh Motor Co
Oak Hill Ave
Value Center
Summit Ave
Columbia College
Consumers Credit Service 407 Professional Arts Building
Green Lantern
Potomac ST
Washington Co
Owners
Yingling Auto Sales & Service
Pontiac
GMC
North Jonathan
Herald-Mail
Cheerio Restaurant
Fairchild
Pennsylvania Avenue
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