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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1976
Page
1
County Extension Agent Dr. George D. Wood reports that over 5,000 acres leave farm production each year for 17 years, totaling more than 85,000 acres. Farm numbers shrink from 2,406 in 1959 to 1,290 in 1974 and dairy herds drop to 605 as agriculture shifts to larger, tech‑driven operations.
Maryland raises the state property tax rate to 23 cents per $100 of assessed value, a 9.5 percent increase from 21 cents. The move funds principal and interest on 15 year general obligation bonds for general and school construction, with an estimated $68.6 million raised from a $31.1 billion base.
The Supreme Court refused to order release of over 1.4 million dollars in FEC matching funds while Congress and President Ford fight over a revival bill. Reagan and seven Democrats face financial pressure as they await funds. Udall and Reagan planned network ads to boost fundraising amid the funding halt.
Washington AP report says 1976 wheat crop could reach about 2 billion bushels and corn near 6.4 billion, potentially easing future food price rises. Last year’s high harvest helped lower retail meat and dairy costs, but now beef prices are rising and wholesale beef has climbed, signaling renewed pressure on consumer food prices. Government forecasters note margins and market dynamics may damp or pass costs to shoppers.
Maryland alfalfa crops face severe risk as a surge in alfalfa weevils devastates fields in Montgomery and Frederick counties. Extension Service spokesman T Milton Nelson notes the spring heat dries out leaves, leaving skeletons on plants while about 7 000 acres are planted statewide valued at roughly 20 million dollars. Entomologist Lee Hellman recalls past weevil battles and wasp controls in the 1950s and early 1960s.
The clocks move forward one hour from 2 a.m. Sunday, creating longer afternoons and evenings. Most states observe the change, except for Arizona, Hawaii, and parts of Indiana. Expect partly cloudy skies with a high near 76 and windy showers.
News brief notes marchers in Washington and Boston with crowd scenes. Weather forecast predicts partly cloudy skies near seventy with a chance of showers tonight. Lebanon's president resigns amid political uncertainty. Adlai Stevenson quote appears in the clipping.
The Board of Public Works authorized up to 200000 for the outdoor pageant We the People at Merriweather Post Pavilion, overruling a General Assembly budget cut. Comptroller Louis L Goldstein hailed the plan as Maryland history while lawmakers disputed legislative intent and funding language.
President Suleiman Franjieh steps down under Muslim and supporter pressure as Lebanon braces for parliament to elect a successor. Capital turmoil continues with fighting, casualties, and stalled ceasefire while Syria and Palestinian factions influence the path forward. Beirut and international actors weigh options.
ANNAPOLIS AP The State Highway Administration seeks to acquire about four acres of land in Louis L county for a widening project. Comptroller Goldstein demanded the purchase be placed on the record and said he would sell only if condemnation proceedings begin. The move follows reports he received about 100000 related to a pipeline across his land by a Columbia Gas subsidiary.
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