Debate Rages Over Chemical and Biological Warfare Threats
The piece discusses public worry about chemical and biological weapons, citing Melvin Laird and Pentagon notes. It cites Soviet and German wartime history, Fort Detrick programs, and student protests in Washington. It portrays citizens as cautious yet determined, warning against use unless necessary.
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Melvin Hy Laird
Atlon
Frederick
Berase
Germany
Amdsabratard Laird
Pentagon
Soviet Russia
Washington, S
Fort Detrick
County bonds raise fears over school funding burden
County Accountant Thomas Fox warns a proposed 5.5 million dollar bond for new schools could cost Frederick County taxpayers about 11 million over 20 years with a minimum six percent interest rate. Annual payments would reach around 605 thousand, while extending to 25 years offers little relief and increases total interest. The advisory notes tax rate could rise by 10 cents, underscoring the burden on homeowners and small businesses amid urgent need for school facilities.
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Thomas Fox
Frederick County
Board of County Commissioners
Othe
Uipayers
Compuroner Pox
Borrowine
Board of Counts
Nvn
Fae Wader
Tax reform uncertainty worries Congress and business
Washington observers note that the nation faces uncertain tax reform debate. Vague statements from Democratic leaders create confusion about extensions of the surcharge and potential effects on business planning, estates, and bequests, with local tax impacts also discussed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Congress
Democratic Party
Tax Exemptions and Tax Policy Impact on State Finances
Analysis by David Lawrence argues Congress could remove income tax exemptions on municipal and state bond interest. He warns such changes would trigger panic property sales, higher real estate and sales taxes, and increased borrowing costs for states and cities. He notes concern from colleges, universities, hospitals, and charities reliant on high income contributions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Union
Tax Reform Debate Warns of Economic Risk and Delayed Action
The article argues that higher tax payments reduce charity support and capital gains tax changes threaten long term investments. It warns that sweeping reform could harm the free enterprise system and trigger a recession by 1970, urging prompt income tax surcharge extension and rapid policy action by Congress and the Democratic majority.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Democratic Party
United States
House of Representatives
Senate
Desegregation Effort Shifts Tactics With Court Emphasis
NEA reports clarify that despite confusing statements from federal leaders, the desegregation drive remains strong. Officials say courts will replace fund cutoffs in lagging districts, with most Southern districts already desegregated or compliant and only a small remainder under review.
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Washington
NEA
John Mitchell
Health, Education and Welfare
Robert Finch
Nixon
Laggard
Sheen
Department of Health, Education and Welfare
Frederick Ornithological Society Sees Membership Increase
The Frederick Chapter of the Maryland Ornithological Society thanks the paper for publishing monthly meeting notices. The chapter reports higher membership this year and strong attendance thanks to the publicity. Signed by Mrs Mary Somotherway, President, Frederick Chapter Mos Jefferson, Ma.
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Frederick
The
Maryland Ornithological Society
Mary SO Motherway
Mos
Jefferson, Ma
First World Census Aims to Survey Nationwide Conditions
Fifty years ago the News-Post notes the launch of the American or home survey to tabulate information on every community and institution in the United States for a broad human betterment program. It highlights the value of data on schools churches hospitals and social conditions. The piece also discusses bird protection and estimates hawks and owls kill about 1,000 mice annually and comments on race riots as outcomes of prejudice in Washington and Chicago.
Fashion trends and local notes from 1949
Twenty Years Ago from The News Post reports on the new 1920s fashion revival with hobble skirts and boxy coats. The county commissioners visit jail to review improvements and discuss installing a disposal apparatus. Signs greet the U S Joint Chiefs of Staff arrival in Austria amid sharp anti occupation comments.
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Tulln-Vienna
U.S. Joint Chiefs of Staff
Austria
Bradley
Geography Of Dissent On Sex Education Debates Loom
In a debate over the Family Life and Health Education program, opinions split by county and school. Parents report being kept in the dark in places like Baltimore, Carroll, Cecil and Kent while Frederick, Montgomery, Prince George's and others seek public input. Surveys show mixed reactions yet high support where previews are available. educators face cross-subject integration challenges and calls for state oversight and local advisory councils.
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Sen
State Board of Education
Baltimore
Carroll
Cecil
Kent
Frederick
Montggomery
Prince George's
Charles
St. Mary's
Balmore City
Howard
Montgomery
Anne Arundel
School Board Authority
Garrett
Frederick County
Yowerd
Queen Anne
Allariny
State
University of Maryland
Stop signs needed at Park Mills Road intersection
A letter to the editor urges authorities to place a stop sign at the corner of Fraser Beard Road and Park Mills to prevent a likely collision on the hill from Urbana. The writer notes the cost is small compared with potential injuries and requests action from Exel &lban Wingiting Red A, Amelung Acres, Adamstown Maryland.
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Fraser Beard Road
Park Mills
Urbana
EXEL
Amelung
Adamstown
Maryland
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