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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 1976
Page
1
Public hearings on a proposed county zoning ordinance will begin Tuesday April 20 in Thurmont with eight district meetings for input. The plan splits A-1 into Rural Reserve RR and Agricultural A zones, allowing one acre minimum lots and limited subdivisions, while increasing density in urban areas to concentrate growth and preserve farmland.
Guy W. Nusz was chosen chairman of the board at a Farmers and Mechanics National Bank directors meeting. An employee since 1927, he became president in June 1971 after serving as senior vice president and trust officer. he joined the board on August 30, 1960. He is a Frederick native active in multiple local organizations.
A lone sniper opened fire from a rowhouse in Baltimore during a muggy evening. One officer died, six were wounded including a civilian, and 19-year-old John E. Williams surrendered and was charged with homicide and multiple assault counts. Williams held without bail as investigators labeled him the sole shooter.
Four victims were hurt Friday night in three accidents. Sandra Hall of Mt Airy suffered a fractured skull and was moved to Washington County Hospital in critical to satisfactory condition. Malcolm Neikirk of Braddock Heights was listed in satisfactory condition at Frederick Memorial Hospital after a U S 40 crash near Shopper's World. Michael Lee Moore of Fort Detrick sustained lacerations and possible concussion and was kept under observation at Ft. Detrick Ward 200. Linda D was driving the truck involved in the East Patrick Street collision.
Lebanon's president resigns following a political crisis as a deadly oil rig incident kills 13. The report notes ongoing political tension and regional implications.
The Easter weekend opens under a sandstorm in the Holy Land as thousands of pilgrims gather in Jerusalem amid tight Israeli security. In Rome Pope Paul VI, despite limping through Good Friday rites with a cross, spoke of the mystery of redemption amid personal attacks and media scrutiny.
The forecast calls for partly cloudy skies with highs in the low 90s and a 90 degree day topping Friday's 87. Tonight should be fair with a low near 47, warmer than last night's 55. Outdoor plans for Easter look favorable with coats unnecessary.
Frederick County lawmakers praise the Annapolis session as productive with major local appropriations including 34 million for the Courthouse Complex and 5 million for Frederick High School. They warn a significant tax hike could come next year amid ongoing battles over the Baltimore subway and regional power blocs.
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