Crooks Target Social Security Recipients In Huge Schemes
Washington officials warn of about 30 million dollars yearly being siphoned from Social Security through improper SSI payments to vulnerable elderly and disabled recipients. Scams target double dipping receivers and caregivers who mismanage funds, with the risk of unnoticed losses continuing unless officials tighten oversight and fraud controls.
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Washington
Esse Administration
Federal
Fe Pero
Health and Human Services Social Security
Waste and fraud in Social Security audits and red tape delays
An inspector general report outlines how Social Security costs reach about 500 billion annually with fraud and lax controls. Cases include a Minnesota man and his nephew stealing 120000, a dentist cashing 55000 in checks for a dead mother, and a Texas sister stealing benefits by acting as payee. Also notes visa delays due to red tape and critiques government chauffeured transport.
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Inspector General
Social Security
Minnesota
da Serge Coir Oe
Texas
Christmas Eve Fire Alarms Halted by War Regulations
Yesterday marks 50 years since a Frederick fire was fought with alarms sounding but halted by war rules. Women’s Service groups delivered cookies and knitted items, while a campaign to bring enlisted men to Fredericks home for Christmas dinner ended at the last minute due to travel restrictions at the airport field.
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Frederick City
Fredericks
Frederick Health Planning Committee Meets in Winchester Hall
The Frederick County Health Planning Committee held its organizational meeting in Winchester Hall. Members present included Lawrence A. Dorsey Sr., Lawrence Johnson, Dr. Charles McGreevy, Elizabeth Derr, Dr. A Royal Remsberg, Kenneth Pohlmann, Richard Grogsnickle, Claude R. Delauter Jr., and Robert Barrick. John Morgan of the Frederick City Sanitary Dept noted the Christmas season burden on collectors handling trees and extra wrappings. The day saw a 66 degree high amid historically warmer than average six year temps. Monica Ann Beall, daughter of Charles and Mrs. Beall of Mount Airy, was Frederick Memorial Hospital’s first Christmas baby, receiving a teddy bear from Santa and from Mrs. J. Frederick Kreissig.
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Frederick County
Winchester Hall
Lawrence A. Dorsey Sr
Lawrence Johnson
Charles Dr
Arnold G. McGreevy
Elizabeth Derr
A. Royal Remsberg
Kenneth Pohlmann
Richard Grogsnickle
Claude R. Delauter Jr
Robert ¥. Barrick
Frederick
Monica Ann Beall
Charles Beall
Mount Airy
Frederick Memorial Hospital
Santa Claus
J. Frederick Kreissig
Women's Auxiliary
Emmitsburg Debates Historic Designation Ahead of Vote
The Emmitsburg mayor apologized to business leaders over earlier remarks as town officials seek a National Historic Register listing. A survey showed 67 in favor and 74 opposed, but officials and the local business group work toward a consensus on whether the designation benefits the town.
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Emmitsburg
Frederick County
Robert Preston
Rooney on Charities and Fundraising Trust Issues
A skeptical column questions how charitable fundraisers spend donations, urging clear disclosures on what share goes to the cause versus salaries. The author urges a rating system for charities and criticizes mail campaigns that press for giving.
Byron era spending spree sparks refund demand
An incomplete opinion piece criticizes national fiscal policy led by Rep Beverly Byron. It warns the country faces a 3.7 trillion dollar deficit and annual shortfalls, arguing against Keynesian expansion and fearing tax and revenue shifts to states and counties.
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Annapolis
Beverly Byron
Capitol Hill
Mount Airy Letter Questions Campaign Mail Cost
A reader questions taxpayer spending on Mrs. Byron's campaign mailing and asks for an exact accounting. Marcum Nance of Mount Airy signs the inquiry, urging transparency about public funds used for political messaging.
Maryland lawmakers face prevailing wage amid tough economy
In a period of fiscal strain Maryland public funds face cuts to education and services while advocates defend the prevailing wage law. Thomas J. Obert of the Cumberland Valley Chapter Associated Builders and Contractors argues for repeal or suspension to save an estimated $33 million annually, urging taxpayers to back legislation.
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Maryland
Department of Labor
Thomas J. Obert
Cumberland Valley
Associated Builders and Contractors Inc
Hagerstown
Only a divine miracle can save us now
Ward W. Fetrow Jr. of Frederick writes that the nation faces a collapse in living standards due to reduced purchasing power, reckless credit use, government deficits, and societal ills. He warns that only a divine miracle can reverse the drift and expresses doubt about collective will to sacrifice.
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