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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Feb 07, 1984
Page
2
A sequence of small quakes followed a puff of ash and a minor rockslide from the lava dome inside Mount St Helens crater. Officials saw an infrared plume and warned the eruption could continue with rock avalanches slow lava activity and small explosions in coming days.
Secretary of State George P. Shultz said the United States is reviewing its Lebanon policy amid Beirut violence. President Reagan pledged continued commitment, while spokesman Speakes cautioned against reading into Shultz remarks. House Speaker ONeill urged moving Marines from Beirut airport, possibly to ships offshore.
A search is under way for three missing vials of radioactive material misrouted from Chicago to Frederick Maryland. John Potter of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission warned the substance is hazardous if removed from its lead shield and could pose a high dose risk if improperly handled. Two teenagers later found seven of ten canisters near a Fairfax County Virginia shopping center and alerted police.
University of Maryland reports a 25 percent drop in total campus crime after enhanced security. Rapes fell from seven in 1979 to two in 1983, aggravated assaults dropped from 41 to 23, and overall serious crimes declined 38 percent year to year.
In Relay Maryland residents were told by state health officials that vapors from the mudslide behind the Johnsons’ home pose no serious health risk. Levels of hazardous chemical vapors in the air are between one third and one half the amount permitted for industrial workers, suggesting air safety despite fears.
President Reagan told the National Association of Secondary School Principals that discipline, not more money, is the main fix for the nation’s schools. He criticized calls for funding increases as ineffective, noting two decades of ongoing educational decline.
Inside The News presents a TV listings fragment with a quote attributed to Francis Boe describing solitude as a form of loneliness. The note labels the observation as philosophical guidance in the weather map section under Words of Wisdom.
Cape Canaveral reports Bruce McCandless and Robert Stewart became the first humans to fly free in space using the Manned Maneuvering Unit. McCandless moved about 320 feet from the shuttle, firing nitrogen bursts and calling the view superb as Earth curves framed the scene. Stewart followed, briefly snagging a wrist tether before detaching to continue the excursion.
Thomas Edward Joy 57 liquor license commissioner for Frederick County faces six counts including two bribery two extortion and two misconduct in office. Indictment followed a grand jury hearing after an alleged $800 in two $400 bribes from tavern operator Dean Leroy Thomas of The Southern Tavern. Joy bonds set at 500 on personal recognizance. he claims the allegations are unfounded.
Frederick County Liquor License Commissioner Thomas "Ed" Joy faced a six count indictment alleging extortion and bribery. Joy said he is innocent and will continue in his $3,600 post after a brief arraignment. Prosecutors allege Joy took cash from Dean Leroy Thomas of the Southern Tavern on January 16 and 30.
David Rice explains estate planning tools and the hazards of waste disposal for farmers. Terry Poole, extension agent, offers tips on controlling farm rats and improving agricultural hygiene. The brief highlights practical steps for family farms facing waste-related challenges.
Cold today with highs 20 to 35 across Ment DEM region. Wednesday brings continued cold with similar highs and overnight lows, while mountain areas see lighter precipitation and below freezing temperatures. Western Maryland readings include Westminster 37, Cumberland 37, improving but chilly conditions expected nationwide.
Annapolis Rep Beverly Byron filed for a fourth term vowing strong constituent service if reelected. The Frederick native, who represents Maryland's Sixth District, lists Western Maryland priorities including finishing the Cumberland to Hancock National Freeway and addressing high unemployment in Allegany and Garrett counties amid ongoing economic battles. The filing deadline is Feb 27.
Lebanese army, weakened by defections, battles Moslem militiamen for the main crossroads of east and west Beirut. Shells fall across the capital as Shiite Militia and Druse allies push for President Amin Gemayel's resignation. The United States orders the carrier Independence and destroyer Ricketts to join forces off the Lebanese coast, amid mounting casualties and a fragmented national force.
Hartz & Sons workers and Amalgamated Clothing union members met at the Eagles Club on East Patrick Street Frederick to decide on a possible strike over lowered piece rates. Union spokesman Anthony Catamarata said the meeting had just begun and company officials would meet with the union soon to hear their position.
Frederick County School Superintendent Stuart D. Berger proposed hiring 80 teachers funded by anticipated state money. If approved, the $1.66 million expected from the General Assembly would reduce the county’s required budget by about $179,000 and help trim class sizes. A Feb. 16 public hearing will weigh the plan as part of a $65.6 million fiscal 18 budget.
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