Senate Adopts Report On Its Anti-Red Bill
Annapolis February 168 F The Senate backs a crackdown on subversive activity approving an anti Communist bill amending by Attorney General Hammond. One amendment guaranteed public employees the right to appeal disloyalty suspicions with a jury trial to the Court of Appeals. A second amendment limiting a special assistant appointment was defeated. Hammond proposed a super attorney or new State Police post. The Senate also approves higher pay for judges, with Chief Judge to 17500 and circuit judges to 13000. No final action on major bills. House backs speedier license appeal, state land ownership, and drainage district bonds. Delegates debated lieutenant governor succession. Speaker proposes police retirement reforms.
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Physician Stricken At Rotary Meeting in Winchester
Dr Philip W Bord a longtime Winchester physician died at a Rotary club lunch in the George Washington hotel during a discussion about a farm well and Capon river cottage property. He collapsed with a heart attack while seated beside Hunter Gaunt and received aid but did not recover.
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Two Men Penalized for Heavy Tax Evasion in Baltimore
Baltimore February reports two men punished for federal tax evasion. Frank L. Walter, a tavern keeper, received a jail sentence after pleading guilty to delinquent taxes. Charles Castro, a real estate agent, was fined and ordered to repay back taxes plus penalties.
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Rebuilt study rebuts politics amid scattered voices
Fragmentary OCR reports in Baltimore and elsewhere reference a scholar named Dr Edwards and a protest letter by a professor emeritus. The pieces mention AMA opinions, national reach, and a push by labor groups to urge legislative action through letters and cards.
Grand Jury Meets Monday in Frederick County
State's Attorney Edwin F. Nikick says about 20 witnesses are expected as the February grand jury opens with brief sessions. Several alleged fraudulent claims for unemployment compensation will be examined as the panel seeks to complete its work in one day. An annual Frederick County Bar dinner with 630 guests and Asa Francis as principal speaker is planned to mark the court opening.
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Potter, Moose to Initiate Members in Frederick Lodge
The Frederick Lodge No. of the Moose will initiate new members at a ceremony following a membership drive. The local Wyner Toose chapter members are urged to attend as guests. Refreshments will be served after the event in the lodge quarters.
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Free Hand In Trade Pacts Urges Support In Washington
Spokesmen urged a freer hand for President Truman in trade policy during a Washington briefing. Republican leaders and Senator Lodge criticized the moves but signaled possible congressional action. The debate focused on authority to extend trade agreements and whether executive power should drive future settlements.
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Trade clause tested at Geneva talks amid protection debate
In 1947 discussions at Geneva nations agreed a clause to shield domestic industry from damage. A witness argued the escape clause would trigger only after impact, reserving U.S. rights to concession if imports threaten production. CLASS MEETING HELD The Ladies Bible Class of St Pauls Lutheran in Burkitville met February 16 with 19 members and three guests. plans were made for April meetings at Mrs L Youngs Middletown.
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Maine To Moscow In Five Hours Flight Claim
Senator Tydings of Maryland cited an Air Force jet capable of carrying a 10,000 pound payload from Maine to Moscow in five hours. He described a XB-bT style bomber passing 600 miles per hour as he spoke, though experts said no such plane exists.
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Theories Hold Startling Distance Claim In Review
A brief report notes theories proposing a starting point about 280 miles away. The item emphasizes the measurement claim and its contested status among researchers and authorities.
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