Outbreak Of Forest Fires Across Maryland Strikes Many Areas
A rash of forest and brush fires swept Maryland on a Tuesday afternoon with gusts up to 50 mph. Four summer cottages near Rivera Beach were burned and a fifth home partially damaged. 70-year-old Charles McGowan’s house suffered major damage. about 200 acres burned, fire crews from 11 volunteer companies fought for over two hours. Soldiers joined regular crews in a four hour effort at Fort Meade area fires threatening structures. Dozens of brush fires reported across Washington and Anne Arundel counties. compacted aerial flames and wind hindered containment. Maryland departments and sheriff deputies aided fight across multiple sites including Mount Briar and Viers Mills Village. Representation for Hood College announced for Bryn Mawr address on March 3.
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Election of School Board Draws Opposition
Maryland confronts a heated debate over replacing gubernatorial appointment with elected boards. Dr. Thomas G. Pullen Jr and county superintendents argue for the present system, citing six preferred board traits and five year terms with staggered cycles. Leslie Abbe counters for county elections, while a Montgomery County PTAs advocate election.
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May Reduce Legal Weight Of Trucks
The Maryland Truck Weight Commission proposes lowering the legal weight limit for trucks in Maryland. In a report to the General Assembly the panel notes that the 1941 increase from 13 000 to 22 500 pounds may have strained highways and shortened road life. Two members oppose the plan citing doubt about a six month test near LaPlata.
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Tax Evasion Indictments Hit Maryland Figures
Baltimore February 27 The Federal grand jury indicted Dr William B Wardrop a Silver Spring physician for evading 24159 in income taxes over five years 1944 through 1949 It also charged Mr and Mrs Ellwood F Fleming of Ocean City with evading 28961 in taxes for 1944 and 1946
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Local couple faces charges over tax returns
J, age 48, is charged in connection with returns for three years while his wife faces charges tied to a 4h return. The Flemings previously ran a Salisbury grocery store before moving into the hotel business in Qeoan City.
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Trout Stocking Plans Expand to Garrett and Nearby Counties
Stocking of trout will begin this week in Garrett Allegany and Washington counties with Frederick county streams excluded. The announcement noted local streams will receive fish as part of a regional effort to boost angling opportunities.
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Trout plant to bolster streams this spring ahead of season
About 80 000 trout ranging seven to ten inches will be released shortly before the season opener on April 1 in various streams. The plan emphasizes stocking to support fishing opportunities and wildlife management in the region. Another note mentions Columbium, a scarce metal added to stainless steel to ease welding, reflecting materials advances in industry.
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