Frederick City Sells Bond Issue At 3.16 Percent Rate
Frederick City sold a 1.5 million bond issue yesterday at an exceptionally favorable 3.16 percent rate. The city carries a AA rating, among Maryland’s top marks, close to Triple-A credit. The price reflects strong finances and optimism for growth as Frederick copes with metropolitan population pressures from Washington. The conservative approach boosts confidence in fiscal management and future development.
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France must face choice as De Gaulle risks free world unity
An editorial argues De Gaulle’s intransigence risks isolating France and fragmenting Western alliances. It warns that appeasing Paris invites disorder, while ignoring France’s demands preserves European defense solidarity and NATO cohesion.
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Horn Blowers and Traffic Safety Education
When asked which traffic safety phase is most important education is favored by a wide majority. Engineering and enforcement remain important. The article suggests driver training courses include strong emphasis on horn use and proposes a special course on this topic for learner drivers.
Kennedy to Johnson White House staff transition endures
The National Scene predicts four or five more changes in President Johnson's White House staff by year end as part of normal attrition. Lawrence O'Brien likely departs after Congress adjourns, while other departures are hinted at but not confirmed to avoid disrupting timing. The blend of Kennedy and Johnson aides has proven smooth, with holdovers providing essential training to the new group.
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Soviet Beauties On Parade In Moscow Miss Universe Contender?
Hal Boyle notes American track stars viewing Soviet women during a recent visit. US athletes say Russians show improved grooming and fashion, though still heavy, with new hairstyles and brighter clothes. They contrast with 1960s style, mentioning prices and consumer access in a developing market.
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Fifty Years Ago in The News Post August 1915 Highlights
In the 1915 read of News-Post files the Hagerstown and Frederick Railway reports a solid rise in business despite a national downturn. Cumberland lawyer Albert A. Doub announces Republican bid for attorney general. The 18th State Grange Fair prepares at Obler's Grove Taneytown with August 10 to 14 dates. Empire Theatre Company marks its second anniversary with full house crowds.
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MacArthur Announces Command of Ryukyu Islands
General MacArthur announces he has taken command of the Ryukyu island chain including Okinawa as a base for a forthcoming invasion force. Mayor Gittinger notes taxi meters may be required for Frederick cabs when city rules govern operation. A Japanese hospital ship with contraband arms and fake patients is seized in the Banda Sea for Allied port investigation. Humid showery weather ends. Frederick sees a cool 55 degree low.
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Johnson says limited war in Vietnam may follow new stance
Washington analysis argues President Johnson signaled a measured approach to Vietnam with a possible retreat from full escalation. It contends Peiping and Moscow may interpret the speech as weakness and push for limited forces while the United States weighs guns or butter amid renewed guerrilla warfare.
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