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Newspaper
The Daily Mail
Location
Hagerstown, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1951
Page
3
Bonnie reflects on consumer craving and compares it to the miracle of five barley loaves and two fishes. The sermon ties material desire to spiritual hunger and asserts that even a small portion of the Holy Spirit satisfies deepest needs, citing the crowd's abundance after Jesus blessed the food.
Lt Gen Albert C Wedemeyer testifies on Korea criticizing the lack of progress while offering mixed positions. He urges withdrawal at times yet supports UN actions, and proposes Manchuria defense plans from postwar lessons. His stance contrasts with MacArthur, highlighting tensions over U S policy and possible war risks.
HAL BOYLE, writing from New York on June 23, 1949, weighs the Korea war's price to the United States. He cites about 70,900 Americans killed or missing and over 74,000 casualties, noting the vast humanitarian toll in Korea. He questions the gains under UN leadership, argues the conflict tests U.S. preparedness, and warns that promises without action are propaganda. The piece reflects on freedom, defense, and the long-term costs of the intervention.
Washington notes the Marshall Plan is near completion one year ahead of schedule with total allocations reaching 11.6 billion through May. Only about 400 million is expected for civilian recovery next year, limited mainly to Germany Austria and Greece, while Britain France Italy and the Low Countries show reduced need.
A bandit broke into an Ohio home and stole nothing but a trombone. Neighbors are urged to stay vigilant as the incident is investigated.
A judge contends automobiles negatively affect younger generations and warns they may not adequately earn money. The speech criticizes reckless spending on gambling and steak, calling prices too high and consumer behavior misguided.
Wildlife note recounts a Midwest naturalist's idea to deter starlings with two faced aluminum owl dummies, an approach that worked in his town and in Frederick. Western Maryland Railroad crews aided after derailments near Grimes Station, Cumberland, and Hagerstown, while a Reading Railroad coal train blockage prompted a Western Maryland response. A Baltimore parade—ice cream centennial—recovered a victoria from Hagerstown. Court docket at a busy week opened with 61 cases, mostly motor violations, averaging over $600 in fines. magistrates missed days for a state conference. A local woman found four leaf clovers and four leaf luck near Wilson Boulevard. A dog day forecast warns of bites. sun timing notes shift next week. A cherry theft by night is suspected near Franklin and Church Streets. neighbors report owl-eyed culprits.
Potomac Edison Company announces five new buses for the city transportation system. Delivery expected soon as part of an external warehousing and improvement program in the transit department.
A fragmentary column discusses medical topics including cancer diagnosis limits and the role of early treatment. It notes advances in syphilis treatment with penicillin, urges prompt reporting, and argues that social stigma should not deter care. It mentions Roanoke College alumnus M J Keedy and student medalists in an scholars’ event.
Notes recall medical and local scene from years past. It covers syphilis stages with details on lesions and diagnosis, a firework accident injuring a boy, and the opening of Pen Mar Park season with new amusements. Also mentions Wasside School expansion and general health query column responses.
A reflective piece on laughter and shame stressing restraint when mocking others. The poet cautions that prideful jokes harm reputation and duty, noting the value of honor over ridicule. The piece ends with a factual aside about Fremont Peak in Wyoming at 13,790 feet.
Twenty years back Joe Cambria quit pursuing professional baseball in the area and moved his team to Parkersburg West Virginia for the rest of the season. The town’s field fell into neglect as Punhs stopped playing there and a farmer began pasturing twenty five cows on the infield. The Washington County Museum nears completion with art pieces expected but delayed. Miss Span Tucan is named curator and Miss Mary Harter assistant. Ser I Cassidy of the State Police becomes Chief Police succeeding Thomas Barber who retires due to ill health.
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