Olson Case Shows CIA Agents Administered LSD Without Orders
CIA documents released by the Olson family reveal agents gave LSD to Frank Olson nine days before his 1953 death, ignoring higher warnings about the drug’s dangers. The files, obtained amid a $1.25 million settlement and Ford’s apology, detail a covert “Artichoke” program and multiple hospitalizations among test subjects.
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Frederick police chief Charlie Main honored at retirement tribute
Nearly 375 friends gathered at the Frederick Elks Club for a surprise testimonial honoring Major Charles Victor Main on his upcoming retirement after 25 years as chief. Captain Richard J. Ashton will assume the post on Jan. 22, while U. S. Senator J. Glenn Beall Jr. delivered Ford’s letter praising Main’s service. Mayor Ronald N. Young lauded Main for building a strong department and his lifelong dedication, compassion, and aid to all members of the community.
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African leaders fail to agree on Angola at Addis Ababa
At the OAU summit in Addis Ababa the 22 to 22 split over two resolutions left Angola divided. One urged MPLA recognition as legitimate government, the other backed neutrality and a coalition government among MPLA FNLA and UNITA. Delegates condemned foreign intervention as debate ended after midnight.
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Snow falls with light disruption across county
Nearly four inches of snow blanketed parts of the county on Sunday but caused few problems. Roads were cleared by early morning and most were passable by 8 a.m. State police logged few minor accidents while power and service remained stable. Temperatures ranged 23 to 28 degrees, with a warming trend expected today.
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Police still seek Turner in fatal Frederick shooting
Frederick police report Robert Turner of Berryville Virginia remains at large in connection with an early Thursday shooting in Frederick that killed Catherine M. McCuller and injured three others. Turner is believed to drive a light green 1969 Ford LTD with a black top and West Virginia temporary plates and should be considered armed and dangerous. Victims include Shirley Brannon Rose Layman and Harley Lowe. Brannon is in satisfactory condition. Layman remains in critical condition in the ICU. Lowe was treated and released.
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Man pleads guilty to burglary in 1973 case
Paul N. Bares, 24, of no fixed address, pleaded guilty in Circuit Court before Judge Samuel W. Barrick to a burglary charge from June 1973. He previously pled not guilty by reason of insanity but agreed to plead guilty on the burglary count if the rape charge would be dropped. The judge postponed sentencing pending a presentence report. maximum possible sentence is 20 years.
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Barrick
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Unemployment rate seen easing this year in commerce forecast
The Commerce Department predicts the U S unemployment rate will average 7.5 to 7.75 percent this year down from 8.5 percent last year. It also expects prices to rise about 6.5 percent and total economic output to grow 6 to 7 percent. The report notes productivity holds back unemployment despite growth and cites auto sector gains with limited hiring. Agatha Christie dies at 85. famed for The Mousetrap and 350 million books translated into 103 languages. banks reassured on trouble reports while Fed data shows state and city obligations valued at 6.49 billion.
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Arabs and PLO seek united front for UN debate
The report notes Arabs and the Palestine Liberation Organization aiming for a unified stance at a United Nations debate. Also mentioned is a military junta seizing power in Ecuador. Breezy conditions with a mix of clouds and mild highs and lows are described for today and tonight.
Public housing tenants plan meeting in Frederick City
Public housing tenants and the reactivated tenants councils announce a 6:30 PM meeting Tuesday in the Taney Apartments basement recreational room to air complaints about living conditions in Frederick City's 470 public housing units. Tenant organizer Charlotte Jones calls for an active group to secure fair treatment and better landlord communication amid maintenance, policy, and rent concerns.
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