Last Chance Today for Maryland Voter Registration
The Maryland registration deadline looms as Frederick County opens Winchester Hall basement registry until 9 p.m. for residents. Eligible voters must be 21 by Nov 3 and have lived in Maryland a year and in Frederick County six months. The piece urges civic participation and notes key local races in the primary including county treasurer and circuit court judge contests.
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Maryland
Frederick County
Winchester Hall
Permanent Registry Board
America
Frederick
George J. Stup
Charlotte Yarrell Kerrigan
Circuit Court
Samuel W. Barrick
Charles A. Price
Housing Shortage and Suburban Integration Debate in Nixon Era
The piece argues the Nixon administration faces a decisive housing crisis, urging a bold expansion of low and middle income housing and nationwide integration. It critiques HUD under Secretary Romney for backtracking on Detroit integration and Delaware plans, calling for massive new housing supply and planned, integrated communities.
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George Romney
Department of Housing and Urban Development
Romney
HUD
Detroit
Senate
Michigan
Warren
Washington
D.C
Maryland
Nixon
Letter expresses concern over Frederick County plan approval process
A Frederick County resident warns that the planning commission fails to adequately inform the public about master plans for parks, open space, highways, and rapid rail transit. He cites low public turnout at hearings on June 18, 1970 and the recent session, urging the commission to address communication and outreach.
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Planning Commission
Walkersville
Frederick County
Nelson
Holter
Frederick
Westminster
Young Executives Like Elders in Civic Posts
Ray Cromley reports on young people placed in civic roles showing ability and eagerness, their successes and flaws, and how they align with older peers. He notes general approval from conservatives and that youth leaders often stay conservative in practice despite radical talk before taking posts.
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Washington
Emmitsburg Double Tragedy Closed by Authorities
County officials declare the Emmitsburg double tragedy closed with no inquest into whether J Ford Thompson 52 and Mary Anna Sneeringer 16 died by suicide or murder. Three weeks remain before school opens on September 6 as summer ends. Farmers report abundant vegetables after recent rains with tomatoes beans corn rising in production and a half dollar buys six crates of tomatoes.
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Emmitsburg
J. Ford Thompson
Mary Anna Sneeringer
Slagle
Thompson
Heavy Saturday Showers Bring Relief to County Crops
Twenty years ago on August 17 1950 heavy showers swept the county easing a prolonged drought. An airport weather observer logged 1.6 inches of rain as a thunderstorm dampened fields. The rain was hailed as beneficial for corn and pastures. Buyers at Onley paid top prices for farm gear linked to T Calvin Owens with harnesses, bridles and saddles fetching high sums. A hogpen on the Crum farm near New Midway burned during the storm causing about $1000 in losses, though fire crews saved a nearby cow barn with rainfall aiding efforts.
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T. Calvin Owens
Onley
Frederick High School
Roger Crum
New Midway
France's population policy: rewards foster stable growth
An exploration of France's social security system shows direct family allowances, childbirth costs coverage, and prenatal and maternity benefits that encourage larger families. The context suggests money is not the sole factor in reproductive choices, as France maintains a stable population despite generous incentives.
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France
National
Social Security Fund
United States
Penn Central Owes $210 for Red Ink Supplies
The financially troubled Penn Central Railroad allegedly owes an office supply firm 210 for materials including red ink ballpoint pens bought last December. The claim underscores the railroad's bankruptcy filing and cash crunch.
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Penn Central Railroad
Wall Street Journal
Penn Central
Newspaper Enterprise Assn
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Lawrence FE. Larsen
New Windsor
Edward F. Holter
Mr. Walter
New Market
Singanore Weigh School
Ray Cromley
NEA
Washington Correspondent
Albinall
Berrys World
News-Post
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