Regulation threat to Maryland Odd Fellows Home nursing unit
Frederick Maryland Aug 24 1978 over regulation may force the Maryland Odd Fellows Home on North Market Street Extended to close its nursing care facilities. Officials say new 24 hour nurse staffing rules make the IOOF program unaffordable, risking residents with little say in care and triggering broader fraternal and state concerns. Grand Lodge lodges and state officials are urged to review regulations to avoid closing this long serving home.
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Political Religion in America and the law
Frederick City police chief retired Major Charles Victor Main editor of the Frederick Lions Club newsletter highlights a piece urging a national “political religion” of respecting laws and liberty. The piece cites Lincoln and calls for reverence for constitutional rights across all citizens and institutions.
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Abraham Lincoln
New York Dog Litter Law Sparks Mixed Reactions
The Big Apple enforces a dog litter rule with Health Department estimates of 20,000 tons of waste yearly on sidewalks. Reactions split between dutiful walkers and resistors as police face scrutiny for enforcing compliance, and The New York Times calls it a delicate social experiment.
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An Odd Snippet Echoes Old Time Barbs
A fragmented strip recalls era jokes about sneezing, vanity items, and a cheap drink. It hints at a quaint bar scene with boozy offerings priced at three fifty, noting mismatched fortunes and mislaid goods in a drifting old-time voice.
Welfare fraud sweep flags federal workers abusing aid
Health Secretary Joseph Califano orders a computerized crackdown on welfare fraud. A progress report shows 32 655 federal employees receive pay while collecting welfare, with 5 778 tipped to Treasury. Review of 3 768 cases finds 56 ineligible and 42 entitled but overpaid. Estimated yearly savings near 12 million. Footnote notes potential Medicaid recovery and student loan repayments.
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Maryland 1978 Gubernatorial Primary Quiet in Absence of Battle
Maryland’s 1978 governor race shows muted public interest with a dull campaign. Democrats field four viable contenders led by Theodore Venetoulis, while Republicans fear a weak primary as voters and media overlook the contest.
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Miss Gore
Lawrence Hogan
Marvin
Theodore Venetoulis
Political rhetoric and fiscal questions color a crowded campaign field
The piece contrasts Lee and Venetoulis with others in an ongoing race, noting Lee’s year as acting governor and frequent news conferences with vague answers, while Venetoulis is criticized for overlong, contradictory statements. It also cites lawmakers’ unpaid or overdue accounts, and a FDA slide show on chemical safety drawing fire from consumer advocates.
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Venetoulis
Zeres
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Reneerttekenmieer
Letter to the editor questions HSA member suitability
A reader requests a public apology from Mary E. Storm a Health Systems Agency Governing Body member over remarks on women and Homewood Center The letter urges caution and informed discussion and references state laws and public decency in suggesting professional conduct adjustments.
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Health Systems Agency
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Milas Storm
Frederick News
Maryland Health Systems Agency
Homewood Center
News-Peat: Pennant race tightens as Hustians rebound
The Frederick Hustians push to steady gains in the Mine Ridge League. A late rally helps them seize victory in a tense final stretch, with Railroad Shop outfit trailing as the season progresses.
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Harmony Found the Peck in Double Header Outcome
Twenty years ago a double-header determined the top four positions affecting six teams. Harmony found the peck in the final results, reshaping standings and triggering shifts across the league.
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