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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Apr 12, 1984
Page
1
Beirut slides deeper into war as foreign armies control regions and the economy splinters. Nine years since the 1975 flare up that began with an assassination attempt on Pierre Gemayel, Lebanon endures a shattered commerce hub, idle airport and port, and severe unrest across Beirut.
National Security Advisor Robert McFarland told a Naval Academy audience that U.S. moves in Central America are lawful and Congress shared. He argued U.S. interests justify action short of war, calling aid to El Salvador a valid policy to prevent destruction.
State police will investigate the administrative procedures at Arundel Geriatric and Nursing Center in Glen Burnie in connection with 79 year old James Harrigan’s death. Investigators will probe possible criminal negligence and will forward results to the county attorney and health department. The Health Department extended a ban on admissions at the facility for 30 days.
Annapolis AP The State Board of Public Works set the 1984 85 property tax rate at 21 cents per 100 of assessed value the same as the last four years. Legislative leaders and Gov Harry Hughes had considered raising the rate during the 1984 session but budget action kept the levy unchanged.
Jacqueline Davis, a Chicago senior 45 days from graduation, seeks reinstatement after being dismissed for refusing to jump from a 12 foot tower into a pool. Superintendent Rear Adm. Charles R. Larson asked the academy academic board to reconsider the action, signaling a second chance.
A brief item presents a quotation attributed to Alexander Pope, noting his status as an English poet who lived from 1688 to 1744. The line emphasizes moral integrity as a foundational virtue and is framed as a standalone thought within a period-appropriate media snippet.
Frederick County Planning Commission will wait for Maryland's final site plan report on a coal fired plant near Point of Rocks before proposing a public forum with state officials and Potomac Edison. James Shaw sought the forum for Citizens for the Preservation of Southern Frederick County, saying the coalition opposes the plant. The report is not due before June, and commissioners debated including county leaders to hear all sides and ensure consistency with the county plan.
Frederick Memorial Hospital nears its 2.2 million fundraising target with 19 days left in the campaign. Campaign leaders report $2.0 million pledged toward a 24 million expansion, including a four story patient tower and upgraded medical services, as auxiliary members plan a three day phone-a-thon later this month.
Healthy Solar Max satellite, repaired in orbit after a spacewalk by Challenger astronauts, was released from the shuttle at 4:26 am EST to resume solar observations. Mission Control reported a firm lock on target as panels spread to absorb power. Crippen called the mission good news while scientists monitor its data on solar activity and space weather. Weather could affect landing plans at Cape Canaveral with possible diversion to Edwards Air Force Base.
The Democratic House moves to condemn CIA directed mining of Nicaraguan harbors and stop funding. A non binding resolution approved by the Foreign Affairs Committee expresses the sense of Congress that no additional funds be used to mine Nicaragua ports. The Senate already passed a similar measure and the outcome hinges on a House Senate conference.
In Texas, Mondale's state manager predicts a strong showing and possibly a majority in the caucuses on May 5. Hart's team hopes a Texas win could revive his nomination bid after Pennsylvania losses, while Mondale reinforces support from top Texas Democrats and party figures. Texas delegates come from over 6,600 precinct conventions, with participants who voted in the Democratic primary.
A third jury panel has been selected in the Odette Kehne Reeder murder case in Florida. Prosecutors note prior reversals and new trial orders by the Florida Supreme Court complicate conviction efforts. The trial, involving Raymond Leo Drake, began with jury selection in Clearwater after delays and witness testimony, with Frederick residents traveling to Florida for the proceedings.
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