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Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-01-10
GOV. O'CONOR
ANNOUNCES A
TAXREDUCTION
In The Tax On Real Estate,
5%% In 1912; And In
1913, Ten Per Cent
PUBLIC DEBT REDUCED
BY EIGHTEEN MILLIONS

In his budget message to the Legis-
lature, Governor Herbert r. O'Conor
furnished pleasant surprise to the
taxpayers of the State in the form
of a reduction in the State Tax on
real Estate, of 81 60 in 1912, and
of 1919 in 1943, for a total dollar
savings for the two years of $780,
10000.
Coupled with his expected announce
ment regarding proposed reductions
in the Income Tax Levy, ranging up
to 20 per cent in some classifications,
and because it will apply to the cal
endar year 1910 as wel) totaling
$4,5OO,OOO savings for the three fis-
cal years, the lowering of the State
real estate tax will mean a combined
savings of $5,436, 10000 to the peo-
pie of Maryland.
In addition to the reduction in
taxes, Governor O'Conor noted with
deep satisfaction that "as a result
of the fiscal policies now in effect,
the States public debt will be reduc-
ed by the end of this administration
from an initial total of $48, 157, 100000
to $33,S65, 100000, representing a re-
duction of 80 per cent" Such a re-
duction is unprecedented in any four
year period.
Noting the probable additional bur-
dens to be laid upon the people of
the State in connection with Nation
al Defense preparedness, the Chief
Executive pointed out that the States
burden of this taxation twill be re-
lieved to the extent that the State,
Government is now able to reduce the
taxes for the support of it's various
operations"
In announcing an increase of $779,-
$4,000 in the General Funds Budget
for 1912, the Governor pointed out
that requested appropriations for
this year had been cut $1,886, 829.89.
Likewise, the requests for 1943 from
General Funds were cut $1,915, 1922
50, making a total of requests refus-
ed of $3,8O1, 932.58.
"Due to the uncertainty of world
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Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-01-10
CHRISTIAN SCIENCE ON
THE AIR NEXT SUNDAY

On Sunday, January IL, from 10 to
1920 A. M. Eastern Standard Time,
the Columbia Church of the air will
radiocast a Christian Science pro-
gram. This program, which has the
approval Of the Christian Science
Board of Directors, will be heard
over Station WCAO, 600 k. C.
Mr.. John Randall Dunn, a former
First Reader of The Mother Church,
The First Church of Christ, Scien-
fist, in Boston, Massachusetts,, will
conduct the program.
Letters of appreciation to the Co.
lumbia Broadcasting Company are
proving helpful.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-01-10
PLANS MADE TO
TAKE PART IN
A BIG DRIVE
For Funds To Combat Infantile
Paralysis With ''March Of
Dimes" Campaign
FULL LIST COMMITTEES
THROUGHOUT COUNTY

Worcester County yesterday, Thurs
day, completed organization plans to
participate in the national drive to
raise funds to combat infantile par
alysis, which will begin next Mon
day, January 18th, with March
of Dimes" campaign.
The infantile paralysis campaign
will be climaxed Thursday, January
Both, with benefit Presidential Birth
day Balls, tentatively set to be held
at Ocean City and at Pocomoke City.
U. S. Senator George l.. Radcliffe,
of Maryland, on Friday announced
the appointment of Miss Lena H. Rig
gin, of Snow Hill, as Worcester
County chairman of the benefit
Birthday Ball events.
Starting next Monday, county COM
mittees will solicit dimes in public
subscriptions to fight infantile par
alysis. Reports will be made every
Monday to the county chairman of
donations received. Supplies will be
furnished county committee workers
by next Monday.
Fifty per cent of the total fund
raised in Worcester County, after all
expenses are paid, will be sent to the
national infantile paralysis fund.
while the other fifty per cent will
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Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-01-10
DISTRICT COUNCIL.
OF BOY SCOUTS
MET ON MONDAY
Candidates For Advancement
In Scout Degrees Examined
By Citizen Group
6 OUTSTANDING YOUTHS
GAIN HIGHER STANDING
CCommunicated)

The Star, Life and Eagle ranks
are the highest steps in Scout ad-
vancement. One who attains these
honors must be a good all-round
Scout because it is, and will be, his
job to set an example for the new
and young boys of the country.
To receive any one of these awards,
the members of the Examining Com
mittee, which is formed from POGO
moke City Rotary Club, must have a
personal knowledge of the Scout
which must not be from the Scout
himself, but from his parents, school
teacher, employer, pastor and scout
master. This committee met in the
Municipal Building, this city, last
Monday evening.
Each one of these men and women
must give satisfactory evidence that
the Scout has put into practice the
ideals and principles of the Scout
oath and law, that he has given an
active service relationship to scout
ing, and that he has made an effort
to develop and demonstrate his lead
ership ability.
After one has done this and pass
ed a few badges, he may receive at
once the Star, Life or Eagle award
Last Friday night, six dreams
came true, for six boys of the POGO
moke troop were awarded one Eagle
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Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-01-10
LOCAL GAMER
GETS INVITATION
TO BIG MEETING
Annual Sessions Of The Can
ned Pea Marketing Institute
In Chicago, Week Jan. IL

A very interesting part of the
evenings program at the regular
weekly meeting of the local Rotary
Club, last Monday was the decoration
awarded to Godfrey Byrd Child as
an Eagle Scout-a Scout degree
which is the goal toward which all
members of the order look with a
great deal of envy, and goal which
requires large amount of work and
no little ability on the part of the
Scout.
The rule of procedure requires that
the Eagle badge shall be delivered to
the candidates father and by him
passed to the mother who pins it on
the Scout uniform of her son. Mrs.
Child was, therefore, guest of the
club and very gracefully performed
her part in making her boy an Eagle.
Inasmuch as any troop must be spon-
sored by some community organiza-
ton; and as the Rotary Club stands
as such sponsor for the local body,
the ceremony referred to, took place
at the Rotary Club.
Two other Eagle Scouts, Bert
Thornton and Leonard Flax, were
guests of the club, and acted as es-
cort to Godfrey when he was called
upon to receive his honor. The pres
entation speech was made by DIR. A.
A. Parker. Other guests of the
evening were former Pocomoke Ro-
tartan, James F. Dryden, Master
Johnny Ham, DR.. Williams, and his
two lady assistants.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-01-10

Miss Nancy Schoolfield, student
nurse at Johns Hopkins, returned to
Baltimore, Sunday after spending a
month with her parents here.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-01-10
NORMAN F. ALLEN, JR.,
TO WE'D LAUREL GIRL

Mr.. and Mrs. Harley A. Hickman,
of Laurel, Del, announce the engage
ment of their daughter, Irene, to Mr..
Norman F. Allen, Jr., son of Mr..
and Mrs. Norman F. Allen, formerly
of this city. The wedding date will
be set shortly after Mr.. Allen has
completed a years service with the
National Guards at Fort dupont.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-01-10
CITY WOMANS CLUB
TO SPONSOR CARD PATRY

The Woman's Club of Pocomoke
City will sponsor a card party in the
Club Rooms Friday afternoon, jan
uary 18th at 2 o'clock. The public
is invited to participate in this COM
munity affair and arrangements will
be made to entertain any size party.
Those wishing to play are asked
to get in touch with the committee
or some member of the Woman's
Club and reservations will be made.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-01-10
o%GsT POCOMOKE CITY. MD, FRIDAY, JANUARY 10, l94l
DIR. JOHN ]. BUNTING
TO PREACH HERE SUNDAY

DIR. John J. Bunting, Superinten-
dent of the Salisbury District, of the
Peninsula Conference, will preach at
Salem Methodist Church, Sunday
morning at II o'clock.
In the evening at 7:30 Bethany
and Salem will unite in worship at
Salem with Rev. G. E. Lester bring
ing the message.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-03-15
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PATTERN 329 NEWSY DETAILS IN KIDDIE DRESS

It's fun to make every stitch your little girl wears"-with a style like this to lend zest to your sew ing. It's a piquant and utterly de- lightful kiddie frock that her play mates and even grown-up sister will envy. It's Pattern 329 by Claire Tilden, and one of the cutest frocks you've seen for many an age. The flaring skirt is panelled front and back, and for very attractive ef- feet, the front panel may be gath cred just below the waist. Optional inside pockets with tabs may be stitched into the seams. There's a to-the- waist buttoning at the back bodice, and a rounded yoke at the neck. The front neckline is cut into a beguiling square, wiht the yoke in "copycat' shape. Darts above the waist seam give nice fit all through the bodice; the sleeves are in perky puffs. A sash that ties in a saucy back bow is optional; so are gay star buttons and ric-rac edging. For a really unusual effect, have the yokes in striking contrast --or use tri color combination with the bodice and sleeves in one color, the yokes in second color and the skirt in still another hue so gay!
 Patternr 329 is cut in children's sizes 4, 6, 8, 10 and l2. Size 6 re- quires 2 l-8 yards 35 inch fabric.
 Send FIFTEEN CENTS d5c) in coins for this pattern. WRITE CLEARLY SIZE. NAME, ADDRESS AND STYLE NUMBER.
 Send orders to Waterbury Demo- crat. Ptatern Department. 70 Fifth Avenue, New York, N. Y. ...
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-03-15
I'VE, THE wOMEN- Oar -- ling, Here's How To Make "The Girls" Sore

, and that you go along, not just to be good sport, but because you enjoy 1t as much as he does.
 When Mrs. Jones' taste in dec- oration is being banned, say that you think her house is lovely.
 Appear to enjoy your children rather than regarding them as problems"
 ACT CONTENTED
 WITH YOUR LOT
 Let 1t be known that your chil- dren haven't tied you down - that you still can manage to go on a trip with your husband occa- sionally, and that you still have some time for your own interests.
 Arrange your life just to suit your family and yourself, remain ing completely oblivious of the Joneses.
 The girls" will resent you. all right. It Is downright irritating for any woman to be that calm and contented with her lot, and that free of jealousy.
 If you want to get on with "the girls" you'd better let on that your husband, in-laws, children, maid and your own weight all are problems that get you down. Then "the girls" will accept you as one of them.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-03-15
WOMAN,S REALM :
The War Hits U. s. Children, Too

newspaper headlines and follow current events in picture magazines, 1t is neither possible nor desirable for parents to ignore war. Instead, they should discuss 1t calmly, avoid- ing all stress on brutality, human suffering, destruction of homes and families, and guilt of individuals or people.
 The emphasis in such discussions should be on the technique of using tanks, beats, and airplanes, which is a natural interest at this age.
 SONGS, GAMES
 AND STORIES
 Parents should see that these seven and eight-year-old children have a variety of interests, 50 that such war conversation and war play does not become the center of atten- ton. Projects and activities that parents and children can share are particularly necessary at this time. Special effort should be made for the family to find pleasure together in simple home pastimes, whether these are building and creating out of concrete materials, singing old songs together, or reading aloud some of the thrilling old stories. !
 In other words, parents should "keep home fires burning" as bright ly as possible to keep such children emotionally and nervously stable.
 Boys and girls from nine to four teen anr Informed about the war. and are not especially emotion al. They show little evidence of fear or hatred of any people or country. As most of them are inclined to be very appreciative of America com ments like these are frequently heard: we can be thankful we live in this country where there IS no war" and we're fortunate to have so much good food here."
 CHILDREN ABSORB IDEAS
 FROM SURROUNDINGS
 Boys of this age continue to. De interested In planes and submarines' though they are less inclined 10 dramatic play, and more likely to pore over books and magazines which contain pictures of war ma chimes. Both boys and girls are in- terested in geography, economic and diplomatic problems, and the effect war is having on the lives of chil- dren in Europe.
 These older children hear, see, and absorb Q great deal from the discussions, attitudes and beliefs of adults. Therefore, parents who want their children to have @ fair and intelligent view of current affairs should try to provide such an environment in the home. They should stress a tolerant atti- tude toward the people of all coun- tries, and promote sympathetic understanding by talking over the historical, geographic, and economic factors involved in the present con- flict.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-03-15
Glorifying Yourself
BY ALICIA HART NEA Service Staff Writer

No woman ever will be truly chic until, in her own mind, she has a clear picture of the way she wants to look. And, even after the imag- mary picture Is firmly set, she'll never achieve her goal unless she first admits that 1t takes plenty of time and lots of energy to be chic and then reorganizes her daily schedule accordingly.
 Going to the hairdresser for a new, more flattering, smarter coif- fure and shopping carefully for the perfect suit are steps in the right direction, of course. But no more than that.
 KEEP HAIR
 WELL-GROOMED
 Being chic means taking excellent care of that coiffure, going to the hairdresser at least once every six days-oftener If the hair is oily or limp and soft and difficult to man. age. It means making sure that every item in the spring and summer wardrobes is just as perfect as the Easter suit.
 It means resolving to be smartly turned out every hour of every day not just now and then on special occasions. It means learning to wear a simple dress with that cer- tain air that spells chic, whether it's a gingham house dress or simple office frock.
 BEING CHIC IS
 MINOR CAREER"
 It involves improvement of ones posture, complete mastery of the art of applying makeup and develop ment of a kind of sixth sense about colors, lines and fabrics that are becoming and those which are not. More hours to be devoted to shop ping are indicated. The chic wo- man never buys the wrong thing. One reason she doesn't is that she never shops hurriedly. Or, for that matter, when she is tire, unsure of herself and her tastes.
 You can begin to see that being chic is kind of minor career. Whether you want this kind of car- eer is entirely up to you, of course. But if you do want it, have it, by all means. Regardless of the size of your clothes budget, you can be chic if you what to be chic.
 It's largely a matter of being will ling to give up couple Of activities to which you now devote your time and of working out kind of groom ing and shopping schedule and stictipa tn it. come what may.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-03-15

Your doorway wreathed in roses how charmingly 1t welcomes you!
 Now is rose-planting time, so set out Dorothy Perkins to grow in a riot of pink blooms over Q trellis each side of your entrance.
 Then fif k your steps with bush roses. Polyanthas are beautiful and hardy and bloom for you all sum- mer long-in orange-scarlet, pink or white.
 Though you can grow many roses from cuttings, those propagated by budding do better, particularly the "two-year field grown"
 Plant firmly, so the shoulder" where the grafted bud met the main stem, will be about two inches be- low the ground surface-as in our diagram.
 Then, against the blushing glory of the roses. you can contrast the cool blue and white of cornfiowers and candytuft-planted as a border for your walk. Lemon-scented thyme in the crevice will smell di- vinely when walked on. A veritable little Eden so easily createdl Our 32-page booklet tells how to prepare soil, fertilize, for a thriving garden. Gives directions for making a rich green lawn. Tor growing trees, shrubs, bulbs, aIiau. als, perennials, vines, herbs.
 Send 10c In coin for your copy of HOW TO PLANT AND CARE FOR YOUR GARDEN to Water bury Democrat, Home Service, 6S5 sixth avenue, New York, N. Y. Be- sure to write plainly your NAME ADDRESS, and the NAME of book- let
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-03-15
BUR OR FROsTBITE IS THE
 SAME IN EFFECT

BUR OR PROSTATE IS THE
 SAME IN EFFECT
 The pathology of any degree of frostbite, from slight chilblain to gangerene or death of the frozen members is identical with the pathology of a similar degree of burn, arrest of the circulation and, if the circulation is not restored within a few minutes, necrocis, gan- grene, death of the tissue involved. The process whereby death of the tissue occurs, in a burn or in freez- ing, is thrombosis, that is, coagu- lation or clotting of blood in the arterioles, the smallest arteries supplying the area affected.
 No one with scientific knowl- edge or conception of the pathol- ogy of frostbite can seriously ac- cept the quaint theory on which is based the familiar treatment of frostbite with applications of ice, snow, slush or cold water, much less the quaint belief that victim of freezing must be kept out in the cold and not permitted to have the comfort of a warm room or appli- cations of artificial heat.
 As one physician expressed it. and he had had considerable expe- rience in treating frostbite and freezing-"place the frozen inem- Der in a cold water bath (tempera- ture s to 60 degrees F) and keep the water cold by adding snow or ice occasionally ;. .i if the face is frozen keep passing over 1t com- presses wet in cold water. The cold is thus drawn out of the frozen tis- sues to the cold water or soft snow and the frozen part thaws out gradually ."
 To study some of the old time theories and practices one might infer that freezing is rather bene- ficial in the treatment of freezing. This queer old tradition should be filed away in the medical museum alongside of the superstition that the third time down" means drowning, and the one that proper treatment for a person rescued from drowning Is rolling on a bar rel, and the one that 8 person res- cued from starving or extreme thirst must not be given immedi- ately any food or water to speak of but kept in as precarious a state as possible for a day or two. All of these superstitions or delusions, and some others I could mention but will not because a majority of physicians still cherish them too, persist in the popular mind only because doctors do or did within ouS lifetime actually believe such things.
 Two or three low dosage X-ray treatments may give prolonged re- lief in cases of chronic or frequent ly recurring chilblains. An individ- ual abnormally susceptible to either chilblains or frostbite generally has
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-03-15
buying curtains,

ou buy by the yard the kind of rubbrze fabric that curtains It whsand easily wiped off, These curtains could make Hem and bottom and small night would overdraper sets of thin cotton materials in checked figured material combined
 
 may open shown the ado of the this decoration cost? very the actual equipment of refrigerator snk these in units which especially priced this month kitchen by 15 it, the painting (which could do you would cost around SIP to si5 The noeu and the high side from about $22 50 to ss 5O In the noleum probably laid as flooring Curtains might While the depending what modeled
 
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-03-15

We have found that children from the ages of four to fourteen are keenly aware of world at war. Youngsters under four, with the exception of few who are unusual ly sensitive or alert, seem quite oblivious to the war.
 Parents need to recognize the varying reactions of children of different ages, and let their own attitudes be determined accordingly
 Children from four to seven years of age, for instance, are going through a highly imaginative and expressive period when their ability to feel" emotionally far exceeds their ability to understand" and treason"
 They are the youngsters who
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-03-15

sometimes awaken at night crying that Hitler is getting them" and at other times become very nervous because they believe their parents are about to be killed by soldiers.
 It is best for parents to avoid talking about war and listening to war broadcasts in the presence of these young children. Since they are certain to hear of war events from playmates, however, their questions should be answered briefly and simply in manner that is free from either fear or hatred. Parents should make a special effort to give these small children feeling of security. Some of them will need frequent reassuring that Hitler will
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-03-15

LOT LIlc WOTSLf [ Well, it's sim pie. Just: Speak affec- tionately of your mother in Jaw.
 Say you hav- en't any fault to find with your maid.
 When t h e y start playing the "George-won't = eat-this" game, admit your hus- band eats every thing and likes 1t.
 Say that you like VOLT i1iiS-
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-03-15
Bread Crumbs And Left Overs Make ,DelicacieS

, crumbs, baking powder and cheese Mix well and shape into finger length rolls. Add spinach water to remaining egg.. Dip spinach rolls in fine dry bread crumbs, then in egg and .water mixture and again in crumbs. Fry In hot fat (370 de- grees FL until brown. Drain on absorbent paper.
 LIVER FONDUE (Serves 1 to 6)
 One and one-half cups milk 2 cups soft whole wheat bread crumbs, 4 tablespoons cooking fat, 1ls cups cooked ground liver, Ateaspoon salt, Mteaspoon pepper, small white onion, grated, 3 tablespoons chopped parsley, 3 egg yolks, beaten, 3 egg whites, beaten stiff.
 Pour the milk over the bread crumbs and allow 1t to stand until milk is absorbed. Add liver, cook ing fat and seasonings. Stir in egg yolks, fold in egg whites. Place in greased baking dish and bake in
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-03-15

bands taste in presents, and that you've never once wished he had given you the money instead
 Manage to keep your figure slim, while never turning down a dessert in public.
 Let 1t be known that your hus- band takes you hunting with him,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-03-15

WOOuWoIk, ueSp yellow; counter tops, green; cur tai ms, W h it e c d g e d W 1 t h green. Or oyster white linoleum with gray, red, and black design and black cove base; walls, pale gray;woodwork, oyster white; in- Slue OI cupDOaruS, red; curtains, white with red rickrack. Or: Iinola1IM in tones of beige; walls, and woodwork, beige; cove, countertop and ceiling, blue; curtains, white with fruit design in natural colors.
 If your buying curtains,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-03-15
BY EDNA DEAN BAKER Written for NEA Service

playing important lives parents well teachers deal ntenty with that the strife abroad making the emotions thoughts and actions of youngsters.