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Frederick, Maryland, United States of America

Date

Dec 08, 1970

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State C H R C Cites Local Bias in Frederick Hearings

A Frederick discrimination probe by Maryland's Human Relations Council, prompted by February hearings, notes underrepresentation of Black workers in county departments and calls for training improvements. The report, presented at City Hall, questions attitudes at the Department of Social Services and the Board of Education, with potential adoption by the Maryland Commission on Human Relations today.

Frederick State Human *Relations Council Whittier Treadwell O. Phillips Maryland Commission On Human Relations City Hall Department of Employment Security Department of Social Security Board of Education HRC Department of Social Services

U S Bars Ground Troops In Cambodia

Secretary of State William P. Rogers told a Senate subcommittee the United States will aid Cambodia with air interdiction and logistical support rather than deploying ground troops. He and Defense Secretary Melvin R. Laird urged rapid approval of 4155 million in economic and military aid to enable Cambodian defense, sustain population support, and prevent North Vietnamese reoccupation of ports and border sanctuaries.

Cambodia Melvin R. Laird William P. Rogers Senate Appropriations United Washington United States Rogers North Vietnam U.S South Vietnam Laird Nixon Administration Israel Vietnam South Korea Middle East Southeast Asia Senate Foreign Relations Committee

United Firemen Nominate Officers

Nominations for United Steam Fire Engine Company No. 3 officers announced with elections set for January 4. Six offices filled at Monday’s meeting due to no opposition. seven director seats open with fourteen candidates. two vying for financial secretary. two for chief hose director. ten assistant hose director positions open. eleven candidates seek assistant pipeman posts.

United Steam Fire Engine Company No. 3 Alvie L. Ridgley Stanley Y. Bennett William M. Moore Herman B. Miller Clarence EF Jewell I Francis E. Rein Lewis B. Marman Charles D. Sheffield David W. Lee William A. Kennedy Jr Howard C. Petit Warren Stevens Richard E. Main Herbert R. Kanode Charles A. Easterday William F. White John E. Wisner Jr

Cold air moving out as frost coats mornings

Residents faced frost covered fields and windshields as they headed to work. Yesterday’s high was 36 degrees, with a warming trend expected into the low 40s today under variable sun and clouds. Overnight low dropped to 17. Forecast calls for Wednesday in the low 50s and Thursday warmer.

Rogers Maps Streamlined State Dept Reform Plan

The State Department unveiled a broad reform program aimed at revitalizing the diplomatic corps. Secretary William P. Rogers praised the plan which promotes faster promotions for younger officers and encourages policy debate with superiors, signaling a shift toward a dynamic, aggressive approach to U.S. diplomacy. About 500 changes were drawn up by 250 professional diplomats under Deputy Secretary William B. Macomber.

Washington State Department William P. Rogers U.S William B. Macomber

Fire Log Summary for 24 Hours Ending 10 A.M.

Fire calls reported include a house fire at 101 West Fourth Street at 8:57 a.m. with Juniors Independents and Citizens responders. Field fires occurred on Monument Road at 10:55 a.m. Myersville, Boyers Mill Road at 1:19 p.m. New Market, Dorcus Road at 3:16 p.m. with Woodsboro and Liberty responders. Ambulance calls: Emergency and Routine.

City West Fourth ST County Monument Road Myersville Boyers Mill New Market Dorcus Road Woodsboro Liberty

Stock Market Drops on Profit Taking wave

New York stocks slipped in active trading as analysts noted profit taking and tax selling. By 10 30 a m the Dow Jones average of 30 industrials fell 2 99 to 816 27.

New York

Rail Unions Prepare to Defy Nixon and Congress

Washington AP unions announce a likely nationwide rail strike after failed talks. Brotherhood of Railway Clerks leader C L Dennis warns of jail terms and fines if a 45 day delay is granted, as wage demands remain unmet and work rules threaten thousands of jobs. Congress and Nixon push for postponement to avoid disruption to travelers and shippers.

Washington Congress Nixon C.L. Dennis Brotherhood of Railway Clerks Afl-Cio Dennis Labor Department WWI Usery

Riots erupt in Qui Nhon after U.S. soldier kills student

In Qui Nhon, Vietnam, anti-American rioting followed the fatal shooting of a Vietnamese high school student by an American soldier. A 24-hour curfew, windows smashed, and burning U.S. vehicles marked the unrest as 2,500 to 4,000 demonstrators pressed for the soldier’s handover for trial.

Qui Nhon Vietnam U.S United States South Korea

Soviets Announce 1971 Defense Budget At 70 Level

Moscow reports a 1971 defense budget of 17.9 billion rubles or 19.8 billion dollars at the official rate, equal to 1970 spending. Finance Minister Vasily Garbuzov told the Supreme Soviet total government outlay would reach 160.8 billion rubles, up 16.3 billion. Defense takes about 11 percent of the total, though actual military spending likely runs higher due to lumped military R D into nondefense items.

Moscow Vasily Garbuzov Supreme Soviet Soviet Union Garbuzov

Frederick County crowns undisputed world champion

An unnamed Frederick County female emerged as the region's world champion after claiming the world record she had vowed to beat. The victory was confirmed Monday with coverage on page B-10 detailing the achievement and its significance for the county.

Frederick County

Pathologist Testifies In Malpractice Suit

Montgomery bureau reports that Dr. Robert Furie testified that Faust Corso died of shock from hip and pelvic fractures after a January 8 car accident. Corso’s wife seeks 520000 in damages against Frederick Memorial Hospital surgeons Dr. Thomas and nurse staff along with driver Robert Lee Miller Jr. The case, in Rockville Circuit Court, revealed conflicting views on timing of Corso’s deteriorating condition and the hospital’s on call duty.

Ruth Johnson Montgomery Bureau Rockville Faust Q. Corso John R. Lyons Corso Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Coates Robert Furie Frederick Memorial Hospital Robert Thomas Robert Lee Miller Jr Furie John P. Moore Thomas

New Maryland lawmakers begin two day orientation in Annapolis

Maryland's 67 new legislators start a two day orientation to prep for the 90 day 1971 General Assembly session in Annapolis beginning January 13. Frederick County delegates Wallace E. Hutton Julien P. Delphey and veteran C Clifton Wirts attend alongside incumbents Charles Smelser and Edward P. Thomas. The kit includes constitution excerpts official stationery Maryland Manual bio forms and a cross index to the constitution plus abstracts of the Maryland Code a blue white fiscal booklet and reimbursement vouchers.

Maryland General Assembly Annapolis Frederick County Wallace E. Hutton Julien P. Delphey C. Clifton Wirts Charles Smelser Edward P Morris L. Radoff Senate Department of Legislative Reference Department of Fis Cal Services

Planners Defer Action On Mobile Home Park

The Planning and Zoning Commission deferred design approval for a mobile home park first approved for location four years ago on Water Street Road. Planning director Lawrence Johnson questioned the lack of a submitted plat and suggested resubmission under a new ordinance, possibly requiring rezoning. County attorney Thomas Glass supported advisement pending study and noted the decision could set a precedent. In a separate item, Bal lenger Park Estates received preliminary design approval for 209 units on Md. 180 in Feagaville, pending State Roads and Health Department compliance.

Planning and Zoning Commission Lawrence Johnson Commission Mt. Pleasant Court Mt. Pleasant Water Street Road Thomas Glass Johnson Ballenger Park Estates MD. 180 Feagaville

Bloodmobile to Visit Eastalco Plant Wednesday

The Red Cross Bloodmobile will set up in the Bechtel building at Eastalco Aluminum Plant near Buckeystown from 12 30 p.m. to 4 30 p.m. on Wednesday. Donors of all kinds are welcome, with priority for Eastalco employees. Donors receive one year Red Cross blood coverage for themselves and their families in any U S hospital accepting replacements.

Red Cross Eastalco Aluminum Buckeystown Bechtel Eastaleo United States

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