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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Aug 24, 1968
Page
1
A Friday heat wave pushes Frederick County to 96 degrees, with unofficial city readings at or above 100. Humidity stays high as residents run fans and AC. Baltimore hits 99, while Frederick nears its 109 degree all time record from 1936. Rain remains scarce with 3.95 inches since June 1.
The annual GOP Club chicken barbecue is set for this afternoon at 4 p.m. at the Raritan Community pavilion in Wolfsville. Notables expected include Charles Mathias, a local congressman and Senate candidate, and Delegate J Glenn Beall Jr. Also attending are club president Herbert Morrison, Wolfsville Rurban Club servers, and organizers Poole and Cy Bartets.
Dr Grayson Kirk retires as president of Columbia University amid campus student protests. Trustees name Dr Andrew W Cordier acting president and pledge to restore normal operations for the coming academic year.
The century old cupola removed before demolition will be rebuilt and placed in the school mall fronting the library. A base designed by Charles F. Bowers will be built by the city with repairs to the cupola. Plans include glass enclosures for historic photos and potential public access through two open sides.
Mrs. Mary Hodgson president of the Frederick County School Board said an Executive Board meeting will be held early next week to discuss bus service for students in Village Estates College Estates and Rosemont areas serving Governor Thomas Johnson High School and North Frederick Elementary School.
The Frederick County Senior Fellowship Center on South Court Street marks its first anniversary. Organized by the County Commission on the Aging, it offers reassurance and companionship to seniors through a lounge, library, transportation to appointments, and referral services. Center workers call to check on members, visit the sick, and assist with housing and nursing home options while promoting outings, crafts, cooking classes, games, and lectures. Funding comes from federal and county sources and community contributions, with future trips planned.
London radio reports quote Czechoslovak President Lenda Svoboda and party chief Alexander Dubcek in a tentative agreement with the Soviet Union. The broadcasts say Svoboda’s return to party duties may come, with Dubcek resuming leadership actions in coming days, delays noted for a Bratislava convention.
Critics of the Vietnam War back a four point peace plank calling for an end to bombing in the north and phased withdrawal of troops. Sen. McCarthy and Sen. McGovern support it, while Vice President Humphrey opposes. A floor fight looms as the platform draft is debated in Chicago.
American bombers and allied commandos pounded a Green Beret camp at Due Lap 130 miles northeast of Saigon to lift a siege by North Vietnamese forces. Thousands of troops and helicopters supported the defense as heavy B52 strikes and airlifted reinforcements pressed the attack.
The Red Cross Bloodmobile will stop at the Frederick Church of the Brethren on Monday for donors. Registration runs 2 to 6 30 p m to accommodate those unavailable for morning or afternoon sessions. Walk ins are welcome and transportation help is available through the Red Cross office.
Thurmont Parks Commission calls on residents to donate shrubs for a nearly bare park path. City workers will plant donated shrubs, with a meeting planned in October to discuss offerings and site preparation.
In Dallas, 63-year-old John Overton Cannon ordered his three daughters to kneel and pray before shooting them in the head and killing himself in a Dallas hotel. Phyllis Cannon, 9, died. Pamela, 13, and Patricia, 11, were hospitalized in critical condition. Cannon, from Irving, reportedly shot himself in the temple with a .32 caliber revolver after an visit to his estranged wife's home to pick up the children.
Plans for the Thurmont Public Library opening have been postponed due to furniture and equipment delivery delays. The new TL Water Street facility is in use, with donations from the local American Legion, Jaycees, Grays bake sale, and trustees funding to cover costs.
A partial street closure near the Carmi Creek toll station on Rosemont Avenue reports bridge repair work underway. Weather and road conditions hint at a potential extension into the coming week.
A 1967 Census of Governments report shows Frederick County has one local government unit for every 5 050 residents. The county lists municipal governments and other bodies including special districts and the county itself, reflecting a national trend toward consolidated and delegated authority.
The county Veterans Association plans its fourth shipment of care packages to stationed service members. Packages, prepared at a National Guard Armory, will include food, writing materials, personal care items, and other small comforts.
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