Narcs Acquitted amid Raids Controversy in St Louis
In a high profile federal trial, seven narcotics agents and three St Louis police officers were acquitted after testimony showed no warrants or arrests. Prosecutors argued the raids aimed to cut a cocaine network, while defense contended misconduct and overreach. The verdict sparked mixed reactions from officials and defense lawyers.
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Five Men Indicted in IRA Gun Running Case
A federal grand jury indicted five men for running guns and ammunition to the IRA. The 23 count indictment says 175 semi autos and machine guns and over 20 000 rounds were obtained via a Kensington Maryland gun shop owned by one defendant. Armed with false identities they exported weapons from the United States by sea and air to IRA members abroad from New York and Boston. Henry Hillick James Conlon Francis Michael Larkin Kiernan Francis McMahon William Westerlund named in the indictment. Hillick Conlon and Larkin were arrested in New York in February with a weapon cache. Conlon and Larkin posted 25 000 bonds. Hillick held on 100 000. McMahon and Westerlund will be arraigned later.
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Maryland Ends Oil Depletion Allowance For State Taxes
Maryland becomes the first state to bar oil firms from claiming the federal depletion allowance on state tax returns. Gov. Mandel is expected to sign. the measure is paired with a fuel station ban affecting new stations after July 1, 1974 and existing ones by July 1, 1975. The package faces industry opposition and could raise about 12 million dollars annually in tax revenues.
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Court of Appeals To Decide Agnew Disbarment
The Maryland Court of Appeals will decide if Spiro T. Agnew may keep his law license with final arguments heard. decision expected within a month. Agnew’s lawyers argue media incitement and a long suspension could suffice. Bar Association supports disbarment, citing extenuating circumstances as needed.
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Senate Bill Opens Architecture Contract Process for Public View
Marsland Senate tentatively approves a House measure to reveal how state contracts are awarded to architects and engineers. It would set up two state boards including a transportation board to screen consultants, hear public proposals, and choose awards based on competency and price.
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Pocomoke City Residents Rally to Save Historic House
Mrs Marte Polk led a movement in Pocomoke City to preserve the Costen House, once known as Newtown, amid hopes to keep growth in check. The Murland Historical Trust will lend $9,000 to buy the house for the Spirit of Newtown Committee.
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Government Buys House OKs Pleasing Bills Top-Grade Beef
Congress and state lawmakers push bills affecting prices and policy. In Annapolis the House approves measures to raise Prince George's revenues, restrict abortion experiments, and extend refinery moratoriums. USDA statements discuss beef grade rules for federal purchases and price trends.
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