11 Jul 1945
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Newspaper
The Daily Mail
Location
Hagerstown, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jul 11, 1945
Page
1
Hol Established 1825 daily newspaper at Hagersville notes post office second class matter J Gahvin Rager editor. Advertising rates show carrier 4 cents single copy 4.08 and 8 cent per week rates vary by zones with yearly options. Associated Press rights reserved for news dispatches and local items.
The American Telephone and Telegraph Company envisions a vehicular telephone service with two phones in every car. Cars receive and send via combined radio and telephone gear, each car assigned a number to contact a vehicular exchange. Permits are sought from the FCC, and installation will begin in large cities with truck fleets as early customers.
The piece discusses James F. Byrnes as secretary of state candidate and the impact of a new presidential line of succession bill. It notes Truman’s backing for Byrnes, questions over Senate acceptance, and speculation about Byrnes' role and influence in a potential third in line succession.
The passage notes Barnes supports Truman as the ideal secretary of state, citing his selection in 4 and his Senate respect, court reporter aptitude, and broad government experience. It mentions Byrnes could capitalize on this favorable perception to bolster his own standing.
After Germany’s surrender, officials project a mass redeployment of American forces to the Pacific or return to the United States within a year. About 1.35 million will be evacuated, with 350,000 remaining as occupation. Most troops may depart by October using 300 cargo ships converted to troop carriers. Many head to Pacific, with some already arriving in Europe for discharge. Japan warns it will fight to the end. Canada may ship surplus meat to the United States. Honey production expected to set records. milk yield forecasts pending.
The town voices express peculiar resolutions by young ladies cautioning against certain behaviors. A U S Navy recruiting office to open at Hotel Hamilton. Renovation plans for First Baptist church with woodwork painting and frescoing. County report claims smallpox eradicated in Hagerstown with no deaths. A sheriff reports a warrant filed for Shey Huvett over a brick incident during a railroad altercation.
Fragmentary 70 years ago item mentions building plans for the county home and joined facilities, with references to directors, a chairman named Weagiey, a pastor, and a mayor. The text is garbled with missing names, dates, and places, but hints at governance actions and street-level civic work in Hagerstown and surrounding districts.
In a Washington context Elmont Waite analyzes Japan's air and ground performance in the Pacific. He cites training gaps, limited heavy weapons, and logistical challenges as the core reasons for Japan's losses while noting persistent Japanese manpower and forts guarding Tokyo.
A devotional noting that Christianity is learned by example as much as by teaching. It cites ancient Christian conduct during persecution, where believers showed compassion by burying the dead and caring for the needy, influencing pagans through visible faith.
A fragment recalls that true eloquence comes from merciful deeds and charity quiets critics. The lines emphasize charity as a powerful, unspoken sermon for all to witness and remember.
A reflective poem recalling childhood Fourth of July joys with crackers and noise, then growing into admiration for freedom. It notes a shift from loud celebrations to honoring bravery and public service, urging continued love of liberty and youth’s role in keeping banners aloft.
Spokane Washington dispatchers in early railroading days proposed renaming Horse Plains to Plains Hell Gate to something softer and Spokane Falls to Spokane. Superintendent approved: remove horse from Plains and falls from Spokane but keep Hell Gate. Retold by veteran railroader P. I. E. Malloy.
Washington Merry Go Round notes Senate Commerce Committee members griping about William Primm 102 in law and his Capitol building lobbying echoes. Primm's influence on his father in law and Truman’s foreign air route stance swirl around McCarran Bill’s fate and airline competition. McKellar quashes and reshapes Post Office nominations after tense committee drill involving Morse Donnell Myers Guffey and Hannegan.
Senate debate reveals tense exchange as Morse accuses Democrats of avoiding duty and McKellar speaks heatedly about votes. Donnell opposed Hannegan due to old Missouri feud, while Morse, formerly of the War Labor Board, later backed Hannegan’s confirmation.
In place and with added luster the copy touts horoline Hair Tonic for well groomed hair. A large bottle is offered at 25 cents and is sold everywhere.
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