Anderson Freed by Captors in Middle East Transit
U N secretary general says Anderson is free and in Syrian hands after release by Shiite captors. Reports had conflicting on the location with speculation of transfer from Lebanon to Damascus via the Bekaa Valley. AP verified statements from Peres de Cuellar and Muslim officials as discussions continued.
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Bush to act on new chief of staff
The White House plans a rapid selection after John Sununu’s resignation. Transportation Secretary Sam Skinner tops the rumored list, though Bush has not offered him the post, with other candidates including Dick Cheney Bill Frenzel and Thomas Kean. Sununu said he resigned to avoid hindering Bush's campaign.
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Be low-key Beetles parked near Staley’s VW Specialists
The scene notes old Volkswagen Beetles remaining quiet under a snng of Staley's VW Specialists as winter wanes. Mr. Skinner, listed at $3, is described as a Bush personal friend and political adviser whose name surfaces in speculation for other posts in the past three years. The former federal district attorney in Chicago is portrayed as a vigorous figure in ongoing political chatter.
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Funds sought to buy Monocacy battlefield lands in Maryland
Congress authorized up to 20 million to acquire two remaining parcels within the Monocacy National Battlefield boundary but no funds were provided. Richard Rambur, superintendent, says the park service requested 1 million for land purchases, was denied, and a private group seeks donations to preserve the 264 acre Mathias family property and 250 acre Clapp parcel on Araby Church Road amid broader battlefield threats.
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Earle Geisbert
Baker Valley Road
American Battlefield Protection Foundation
County City Split Over Paying to Reopen Rocky Springs Bridge
Frederick County and City of City officials clash over funding repairs for the 17 foot Rocky Springs Road bridge east of Kemp Lane. Repairs estimated at 24000 dollars, with talks of each side covering half. A petition with 300 residents urged quick reopening as a testy county meeting saw Commissioner Sue Ann Yingling storm out.
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Frederick
Paul Gordon
County Commission weighs consultant to set goals
Frederick County commissioners consider hiring a management consultant to help define priorities for the next three years. President Ronald Sundergill and colleagues Gail Bowerman and David Gray discuss a January retreat and potential hire of Mount St. Mary's College economist Dr. John Hook, while noting other consultants may be considered. Administrative officer Dawn Hatter backs the idea, saying it could improve relations and focus on an action agenda.
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Gail Bowerman
David Gray
Sundergill
John Hook
Mount St. Mary's College
Commis Sisners
Sungergii
Icy conditions close I-70 on South Mountain in Maryland
Snow and ice disrupted early traffic with trees and lawns iced over across the region. I-70 east and west bounds on South Mountain were shut until salt crews cleared icy sections. Sgt. Kevin Gardner reported icing began around 6 30 a m and traffic returned to normal by 9 a m. Some drivers delayed by up to two hours and others attempted to drive on medians amid the slick conditions.
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Kevin Gardner
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Snow and Rain Bring Slippery Roads Across Frederick County
Snow and rain caused slick conditions on U S 40 and Md 77 near Foxville as drivers left vehicles to seek help. Rain totals exceeded expectations in Frederick County with 1.22 inches Tuesday and 2.02 inches since Saturday, while water reserves remained below average across several counties. Weather officials forecast showers ending today with partly sunny skies and gusty winds, and temperatures in the upper 30s followed by cold lows near 20.
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Lucille Beale
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Carrol County
Hancock
Oakland
Baltimore
Clear and Cold Tonight with Lows Near Bear
Maryland weather report notes a clear and cold night with lows near Bear. Thursday will bring increasing cloudiness with highs in the mid 30s. No page details or additional context provided.
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