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News

Location

Frederick, Maryland, United States of America

Date

Aug 03, 1977

Page

4

Stage star Alfred Lunt dies at 84 in Chicago

CHICAGO AP Alfred Lunt a longtime great of the American stage died at 4 05 am at Northwestern Memorial Hospital after bladder cancer surgery on July 21 He was born August 19 1892 and began Broadway in Romance and Arabella in 1917 with Lynne Fontanne at his side for more than 50 years at their Genesee Depot home in Wisconsin

Chicago Alfred Lunt Northwestern Memorial Hospital Lynne Fontanne Lunt Tol Genesee Depot Milwaukee Wis New York Evening World Lant

PSC rules create mixed PE rate outcome for Eastalco

The Maryland PSC approved a 16 percent average rate hike for Potomac Edison energy, with Eastalco facing higher fuel costs under an FPC formula. Eastalco’s 1978 bill was about $27 million. the commission retained the contract sanctity while shifting fuel adjustments to align with state standards. Officials warned of continued uncertainty over how losses in transmission will affect final charges and potential appeals.

Eastalco Federal Power Commission Maryland Qmintrout PSC Eastalea Armintrout Potomac Edison FPC Martin H. Freeman DCJ Bowie Eastaleo OCI Robert B. Murdock Patomec Edison Murdock Eastarco

Utility commission debate on fuel adjustment rate decision

D Barnes and William S Baldwin differed in Tuesday night remarks about the PSC ruling. They split on whether to apply a uniform fuel adjustment to all customers including Eustako Aluminum and Hatem, with Baldwin noting the decision likely won’t greatly affect the average utility customer.

D. Barnes William S. Baldwin Baldwin Eastalco Barnes Eustakco Aluminum Co

House blocks funds for most abortions

The House voted 238 to 182 to withhold federal Medicaid funds for abortions for poor women except when the mother’s life is in danger, aligning with the 1976 Hyde Amendment. Rep. Byron joined the majority. The action ties to a $60.2 billion Labor HEW appropriations bill, signaling a confrontation with the Senate.

Washington House of Representatives House Senate Goodloe E. Byron Mid Labor Departments Department of Health, Education and Welfare

Mayor discusses airport funding and flood plan review

Mayor notes airport may require a federal subsidy and highlights the Frederick Flood Plan corridor along Carroll Creek awaiting Water Resources Administration review. He mentions EPA funding prospects after WRA approval and seeks state funds while planning a 7:45 p.m. City Hall meeting with the Metropolitan Commission on Walkersville debts. The Weinberg Center fundraiser adds about $2,800 to a $175,000 renovation goal.

Young Frederick Carroll Creek Water Resources Administration Environmental Protection Agency EPA WRA Metropolitan Commission Walkersville Weinberg Center

Auto emission standards eased by House Senate accord

A House Senate conference committee reached a compromise on federal air pollution rules easing auto emission standards for new cars starting in 1980. The agreement, amid eight sessions and hours of talks, moves toward a final vote in Congress before Carter signs. The plan tightens pollution limits closer to the Senate version, marking a setback for the auto industry after years of delays.

Washington House-Senate Edmund S. Muskie Maine Senate House White House Carter House of Congress Auto Conference Committee Congress

Fuel crisis aid urged in Frederick County program

Patricia Throne chair of the Frederick County Commission on Aging urged eligible residents to apply for the new fuel crisis intervention program. The county has 48280 for aid to needy households with delinquent bills since October 1976. J Arthur Throne will collect applications at 520 N Market St and can be reached at 663 8300 ext 304 or 308.

M. A. Malik Patricia Throne Frederick County Commission On Aging County Mondey N. Market St Maryland Office of Economic Opportunity Throne Upos

Beetle control plan outlined by Dr Wood and county

The article details a three phase beetle suppression plan. Immediate actions include spraying with Levin Malathion or Methoxychlor. Short term control calls for Diazinon treatment of grub infested lawns by homeowners. Long term, spore dust will be used in a community wide program starting in fall, with expected effective results in two to three years. The County Commissioners authorized bulk purchase of spore dust at 3.30 per pound for distribution, far below its $13.36 retail price.

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