Commencement Observances at University of Maryland May 29
Washington county will be well presented at the University of Mary commencement exercises on Saturday morning May 29 in Ritchie Coliseum as six persons join about 400 to receive diplomas. The total graduating class is smaller than last year due to accelerated programs. Preceding events include baccalaureate at St Andrew's Church College Park and Baltimore with Rev. John Austin, and various campus activities throughout May 29 to May 30. Alice Bentz Lloyd Biser Anna Maxwell Elizabeth McJauley Mary Agnes Feager and Robert F. Fisher among graduates. Doris Mae Thompson named Miss Maryland by The Perrapin staff. Mayor Sweeney addressed the Maryland District of Columbia Federation of Labor in Cumberland. Sugar cane fact notes: three feet of juice yields one sugar tablet.
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Washington County
University of Mary
Ritchie Coliseum
Perons
College Park
Baltimore
St. Anrew's Episcopal Church
College Ath
John Austin
St. Vernon Place Methodist Church
Washington
BD. C
Adele Stamp
Marie Mount
Rossborough
Alice
Bentz
Boonsboro
Lloyd C. 3Iser
Anna L. Maxwell
Elizabeth J. Mc Jauley
Mary Agnes Feager
Robert Fesher
Higaster
Maryland
Doris Mae Thompson
Coonsville
Sailor faces alimony and divorce in midshipman letter
A 22 year old sailor seeks guidance on keeping his Navy allotment while divorcing a wife described as irresponsible. The correspondence urges divorce as grounds and cautions about alimony, with advice to protect earnings and handle family money.
Playgrounds To Open On July 5
Eight-week summer playground program planned from July 5 to August 29 will use City Park and eight other sites. Funding shared by County Commissioners and city with $1200 requested from the county and $1600 from public subscription. Leaders trained via a two week institute. supervisors to be hired. YMCA will collect volunteers and names at the end.
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Benjamin C. Willis
Harvey M. Miller
Richard H. Sweeney
Franklin M
War Recreation Committee
Sweeney
Harold E Peters
City Park
Pangborn Park
Wheaton Park
South Potomac Junior High School
Broadway School
Winter Street
Antietam Street
Market House
North West
Reservoir Park
Ridge Avenue School
Garage 8 Entered for Second Time
Deputy Leister Isanogle reported that the garage of G. R. Fraver in Smithsburg was broken into twice in three days. Entry was gained through a rear door on a weekend night and $3.20 in small change was taken. The same burglar returned Monday night but found nothing missing.
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G. R. Fraver
Smithsburg
Leister Isanogle
Engagement Dilemma Sent To Betty Brainerd39
Betty Brainerd cautions two women about engagements and dating while unclear on status. She argues Y would not date others if engaged, urges them to clarify engagement with Y, apologize if at fault, and stresses rapid engagement before marriage. Contact: Betty Brainerd 680 Madison Ave New York City.
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Blondey and
Darkey
B. X
Betty Brainerd
Betty Brained
Madison Ave
New York City
N. Y
A Frock Pattern From Soft et Slender Line
A fashion pattern design titled A Frock describes a full yet slender line with a slim waist and flattering neckline. Pattern No 5522 fits sizes 32 to 40, uses minimal fabric, includes cut chart and instructions, and costs 15 cents plus mailing 1 cent. Pattern department at Hangerstown Daily Mail lists address 131 West 29th Street New York NY.
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United States
Hangerstown Daily Mail
West 29Th Street
New York
Soldier On Rampage Damages Laredo Newspaper Plant
In Laredo Texas on May 26 a visiting soldier caused extensive destruction at the Laredo Times building. He smashed the cash register, wrecked the editorial room and typewriters, scattered pages, and damaged the press room electricals before capture by city police and delivery to an army hospital for examination. The incident coincided with I am an American Day ceremonies at Patterson Park.
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Laredo
Tex
Laredo Times
Santiago Sandoval
Sandoval
Patterson Park
Varied Books Added To Washington County Library Shelves
Washington County Free Library adds a diverse list this week featuring The Complete Life by John Erskine and The World of Yesterday by Stefan Zweig. Other titles include Young Lady Randolph, The Enigma of Admiral Darlan, Physical and Philosophy, Editing Small Newspapers, Weapons and Tactics, Eat Well For Less Money, Double-Quick Cooking for Part-Time Homemakers, invitation to Spanish, These Mysterious Rays, The Little Prince, The Squad Goes Out, Murder At A Police Station, and Death Takes A Bow.
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Washington County Free Library
John Erskine
Dr. Erskine
Ste‘fan Zweig
Young
Lady Rantolph
Rene, Kraus
Jennie Jerome
Europe
Winston Churchill
Destiny
Brooklyn
Admiral Darlan
Alec de Montmorency
Darlan
Vichy
James Jeans
Walter Rae
Tom Wintringham
Gaynor Maddox
Newspaper Enterprise Association Food and Markets
Ida Bailey
Allen
Little Prince
Antoine de Saint Exupery
Sahara
Saint Exupery
Robert Greenwood
Mermondsey
London
Brownie
Jenny
Jefferson Farjeon
Park
Severing
Frances J
Richard Lockridge
North
Mrs. North
Collections To Be Made Here In Washington County
Henry Triesler, chairman of the Washington County Salvage Committee, announced that collections of prepared tin cans will occur Friday and Saturday this week. Housewives should place cans at the curb by 7 a.m. Friday. Truck owners are asked to cooperate, with collectors delivering cans to the railroad car behind the B. & O. station. The effort aims to cover nearby areas including Williamsport, Furkstown, and Smithsburg.
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Henry ©. Triesler
Washington County Salvage Committee
Tn Hagerstown
Williamsport
Furkstown
Smithsburg
Halfway and nearby communities urged to bring in cans
Residents of Halfway and surrounding areas are asked to collect and deliver canned goods to local schools. The drive aims to stock school pantries ahead of winter breaks, with volunteers guiding collection points and drop-off times.
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University of Maryland
Mayor Speaks
Maryland District of Columbia Federation of Labor
Cumberland
Kerr Mason Jar
Kerr Mason Jar Lids
Eyerly
Miss
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Mother
Viondey and Darkey
Shockey Furniture CO
Summit Ave
Garage 8
Fleisher
Silex
Harry S. Myers
Potomac Street
R. D. McKee
Farners Dav
Leiter Brothers
Marigarieta
Madrigal
Alan L. Hart
M.D
Record Shop
E. Waih. St
S.S
Bohman-Warne, Inc
W. Franklin St
Second National Bank
Hagerstown
Rogers Jewelry Co
the House of
West Washington St
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