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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Apr 09, 1969
Page
3
A clerical note indicates that material from the Associated Press and other sources may be re printed in this paper. The entry mentions postage paid and a preceding page advertisement plan to ensure repetition of the content.
The Maryland Lobby seeks a referendum on Senate Bill 254 creating a state housing authority to combat substandard housing. The measure empowers eminent domain to acquire and replace blighted properties with livable units, funded by federal grants and mortgage bonds, aiming to rehabilitate urban housing and aid the Frederick County black community. The author argues the bill is essential and well designed, while opponents threaten to derail it.
General Lemnitzer, retiring NATO supreme commander, warns that Soviet actions aim to flank NATO Europe. He urges stronger manpower, weapons, and training, noting Czechoslovakia's 1968 invasion and Warsaw Pact buildup as proof of rising threat. He stresses rapid mobilization and credible deterrence before handing command to Goodpaster.
Noel Grove surveys top Nixon administration names Ehrlichman Klein Kissinger and others like a German Bundestag roster. The German ambassador Pauls lamented, joking that he is the only one with a German name among White House aides. A foreign service officer quips about Washington press corps.
In Brookhaven Mississippi Charles Evers, Democratic national committeeman and local candidate for mayor, rallying black voters with revivalist cadence urges self reliance and peaceful political competition, urging whites to feel safe and promising fair treatment and an end to police brutality. He frames a broader push to mobilize thousands more Black voters and asserts pride and resolve in achieving political leadership through nonviolent means.
The 1908 General Assembly designated the fox hound as Virginia’s official white dog. The memorandum notes confusion in phrasing about a New York City disappearance of Justice Joseph Force Crater on August 6, 1930. It mentions 86 columns representing states at the time of Thomas Jefferson’s death.
Frederick County residents donated almost 12000 pounds of clothing to aid Europeans in need. A flock of eight sheep donated to Frederick City Hospital brings pride to staff. Clear skies greet opening day as county league games begin with Frederick vs Brunswick. About 65 delegates from Baltimore Washington and nearby towns attend the fifth annual Maryland Chapter Women Missionary Society conference at Glade Reformed Church Walkersville.
City officials met with State Roads Commission traffic engineers to ease Frederick's traffic. plan begins with relief of congestion on Market and Patrick streets. The Maryland State Board of Public Works approved a 125000 dollar contract for a new state police barracks at Frederick. Willlis Construction Company was low bidder and the building will include trooper sleeping quarters. Maryland National Guard 41h Infantry will take part in the Army Day parade in Baltimore led by Captain Jd. A. Catsail. about 5 local guardsmen will be in the mile long march. Police encountered a fire alarm horn valve sticking at City Hall during routine tests. jokesters offered humorous suggestions to officers.
Washington urges voluntary censorship as the press debates publishing internal military decisions. The piece cites President Johnson’s stance, notes past press restraint, and questions how Nixon may handle bombing and troop actions amid Paris talks and international scrutiny.
A quirky column blends philosophy and humor with modern office quirks. It mentions Diogenes as the kitchen cynic, jokes about vending machines, aging, and a long tenured employee. The piece weaves in playful aphorisms about love, work, and everyday irritations.
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