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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1968
Page
3
Frederick Maryland newspaper page shows subscription rates and publication details for The News. It lists pricing for monthly and yearly mail subscriptions and notes AP membership and postal information. The page is dated Tuesday December 17, 1988.
A federally funded U S crime survey finds crime far underreported. New York City results support the finding and the Census Bureau will sponsor four conferences to identify statistics to improve government crime response. Police urge better reporting to map danger zones and deploy resources effectively.
In response to an arbitration driven pay surge for police and firemen and a legislature refusal to authorize new taxes, Mayor Joseph M. Barr drafts a six mill tax on gross receipts from services sold to the public. It targets commercial activity, private clubs, nursing homes, cemeteries, veterans’ posts and more, with tuition and hospital bills included as taxable receipts. Schools and government grants are exempt. The measure aims at 2.25 million dollars yearly, potentially setting a national precedent for hard pressed cities balancing costs and revenues.
The Associated Student Governments of the U S A met in Washington to discuss campus matters not national politics. They favor more freedom for women and better facilities like table tennis and note a $10 000 computer could serve as a solution bank for campus problems.
On the eve of the trial for the death of Martin Luther King, James Earl Itay switched lawyers causing a delay. Itay hopes the postponement will reduce charges, but grounds remain unclear.
An editorial notes Representative Maurice Udall’s plumbing mishap at the Cannon Office Building as an ironic contrast to broader themes. It also recounts Women’s Strike for Peace exchanges with international groups, Czech reactions to Soviet actions, Ribicoff burglary costs, and Edward Kennedy’s facial pose with a note from the late president.
A Frederick area Letters to the Editor discusses Stan Goldberg's game coverage for Thomas Johnson versus Walkersville. Readers question referee influence and seek clarity on rules and mid court area interpretations. The column also includes a second letter praising Frederick's cross country meet organization by Canton Track Club and local supporters.
Fifty years ago items note Christmas Roll Call progress with 2,151 subscribers and a goal of 30,003 in Frederick County. Other notes cover high car prices, 1919 budget questions, Opera House rent rebates, heavy snow, mail volumes, and civic activities.
Robert F. James Jr serves as General Chairman for the Cross Country Meet with thanks to the Jaycees. A quick quiz asks about the famous talking horse Clever Hans from early 1900s Germany.
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