27 Mar 1940
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Newspaper
The Daily Mail
Location
Hagerstown, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Mar 27, 1940
Page
1
Contempt threats loom as foreign and Communist figures face inquiries. A committee demands names and cooperation to expose war secrets and curb progress by government agencies, signaling potential legal action and increased scrutiny.
A Northwestern National Life Insurance study of Joe Mueller in Hagerstown shows hidden taxes take 12 cents of every dollar earned. Indirect taxes rise with business taxes, lifting prices for consumers like Joe and his wife, who earn about 78 dollars a month and own no property. The Hagerstown Chamber of Commerce notes no one escapes taxation.
The Dies Committee ordered ten El Paso men to be subpoenaed as Communist organizers in an investigation of ties between Mexican and U S Communist parties. In Pittsburgh investigators raided the Communist headquarters and questioned officials while seeking Martin Young. In Washington James Hulse Delsen claimed Roosevelt was not a party member.
Washington reports that 1959 saw the highest whiskey consumption yet the lowest post Prohibition production, with reserves down slightly per capita. Producers expect to shift from overtime to focus on replacement output, noting Kentucky yielded over 37 million gallons, led by bourbon.
Seven hundred forty eight unemployed youths in Washington County work part time on fourteen NYA projects under Assistant District Supervisor John Jones. About 252 youths await further vacancies as funds limit assignments. The work includes building and craft shops at the Frederick Road center, sewing for orphanages and hospitals, auto and metal workshops, and classroom programs. NYA labor supports road and building improvements, canal restoration, and nursery schools, with most costs borne by public sponsors. NYA denies replacing regular employment.
Maryland collects state income tax from federal employees living in Maryland and claiming Maryland citizenship despite protests. Deputy Comptroller Joseph O C McCusker said many fed workers in Washington with Maryland homes protested filings, but state law treats them as Maryland residents and their returns are processed normally.
The statement notes that bowls or bowling was familiar to English people during the 1700s, reflecting the sport's spread and cultural presence in that era. It highlights historical awareness rather than a specific event or person.
Over 100 persons attended a Sunday afternoon program at Pondsville Union Church directed by Rev and Mrs G W Kornfetter. The primary group led by Miss Lucille Olson performed with WH Cooperider giving encouragement on progress since the November 1939 organization.
Dr Donald Grey Barnhouse a Philadelphia minister spoke to more than five hundred at St John s Lutheran Church on South Potomac Street. He used Galatians 3 10 to argue God s law condemns sin before acts and urged redemption by faith.
Citizens of Hagerstown adjourned a Chamber of Commerce meeting without deciding on bringing a steel door and sash plant from New York to Maryland. A report outlined benefits like low power rates and railroad access, but required a $100,600 upfront building cost funded via lease purchase. The company operates as a closed corporation and would need 70,000 square feet in a one story facility.
A three act comedy drama by Charles George titled The Red Headed Stepchild will be staged in the Shiloh U B Church social room on Monday and Tuesday nights April 8 and 9 at 745. The plot follows a wealthy man bringing a farmer’s daughter to his Chicago home where her stepmother tries to mold her into a society girl. The cast includes Hilda Staley Doris Price Eileen Keller Kathleen Hoglmen June Brice Evelyn Hagar Mildred Smeyer Eva Louise Price Donald Gaylor Palmer Taylor George Staley James Trenary. Music between acts by Mrs Miller and Mrs Snyder on piano and violin. Directed by Mrs J L Holmes.
Beaver Creek Club hosts an afternoon gathering on East Franklin Street featuring Mrs. George Hertel as chair and a talk on the short course by Mrs. Charles Startzman. New members Mrs. Marshall and Mrs. E G Smith were admitted. visitors included Mrs. C E Boe and others. A Master party followed with numerous members and guests in attendance.
The text credits Aristotle as the founder of botany and asserts the date around 847 B.C., presenting a concise historical claim about early science origins and the development of botanical study.
Washington March 27 President Roosevelt’s fever has subsided and his temperature is normal. He may leave later this week for a fortnight’s rest at Warm Springs Georgia. Press conference canceled. Visitors were Senator Harrison and Lowell Mellett. Actress Harriet Breese, widow of actor Edmund Breese, died in Beverly Hills California.
Fragmentary note praises a 348 foot destroyer linked to the Atlantic fleet during World War I era. Mentions leadership and honors a late commander in chief, with emphasis on the ship’s speed and modern design.
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