More executions expected after court ruling on death penalty
The Supreme Court's capital punishment guidelines prompt state officials to anticipate more executions. Texas notes three of 177 condemned inmates nearly exhausted appeals while California cites about 150 on death row. A Florida inmate Antony Antone gains a noon Wednesday stay to seek Supreme Court review. Nationwide, about 1,300 on death rows, with the ruling making it easier for states to carry out sentences.
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California
Anthony Antone
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Appeals court grants 25 hour stay of execution
The 11th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals granted a 25 hour stay of execution for Anthony Antone, to allow an appeal to the United States Supreme Court. The court declined to hear the appeal itself, aligning with District Judge George C. Carr who had refused to block the execution of the 66 year old inmate.
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Sweden halts shipment of high tech optical gear to East Germany
Swedish customs agents impounded seven boxes of U S optical equipment in Malmo while experts assess if the goods qualify as military hardware. The action follows a prior return of U S computer equipment deemed advanced military gear and tied to a suspected route to the Soviet bloc via East Germany.
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Weatherization billopens House debate on energy aid plan
The House starts its first session of the year considering a multibillion dollar weatherization bill opposed by Republicans as a budget buster. Backers say it would insulate up to 13 million low income homes over about a decade, saving oil as much as 65 million barrels annually and cutting federal costs by 3.3 billion dollars each year.
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Congress returns to work amid drive to curb pay raise
In an election year, Congress reconvened after a holiday recess with at least three bills filed to trim the $2,400 annual pay raise, now lifting lawmakers’ pay to $72,200. Rep Dan Glickman called the raise intolerable while Sen Roger Jepsen called it hypocrisy as automatic cost of living adjustments apply.
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Iowa
Smyrna boy faces shoplifting charge in Wal Mart case
A seven year old boy named Roger Jarrell is charged with taking keys from a Wal Mart store in Smyrna Tennessee. A juvenile petition was sworn on January fourth and served the boy last Saturday. The incident occurred December twenty third.
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Wal Mart
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Nashville
Inside The News Words of Wisdom
A reflective column presents quotes and observations on humor and truth from George Bernard Shaw. The piece pairs witty maxims with brief commentary, exploring how humor exposes underlying realities and prompts critical thinking.
Weather update for Western Maryland and mountains
A large diffuse storm system brings freezing rain today with partial clearing and seasonal temperatures later this week. Central areas report highs in the mid 30s with tonight and Wednesday partly cloudy, while Maryland mountains see occasional rain diminishing by afternoon and highs around 40s to 30s with cooler values tomorrow. Data from Frederick, Cumberland, Hagerstown, Oakland and Westminster.
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Frederick County 4-H Hustles Toward Therapy Riding Program
The Frederick County 4-H reports a successful mini college and outlines plans to start a therapeutic riding program for handicapped citizens. Montgomery County will launch a class for farmers to learn strategies for surviving today’s changing agricultural landscape.
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Freezing rain shuts roads and delays area schools
Freezing rain coated Frederick County while icy highways forced road closures and school delays across Frederick, Carroll and Washington counties. State police reported two tractor trailer crashes on I-70, and a dump truck overturn on Gas House Pike. Crews salted and plowed as temperatures slowed ice, with most main arteries passable by late morning.
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Carroll
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Howard County
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Gas House Pike
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Linton
Frederick City
Robert L. Strine
Strine
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Ed Feeser
Feeser
Frederick County budget shrinks from $57 million surplus
A sharp drop in surplus funds from Frederick County's $57 million budget last year signals tighter finances. Officials warn cash flow shortfalls could affect planned programs and services, prompting reviews of spending, revenue options, and fiscal contingencies.
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Thomas M. Fox
Fox
Richard L. Grosmickle
Inflation slows as prices rise 3.8 percent last year
Government data show consumer prices up 3.8 percent for the year, the best yearly performance since 1972. Energy costs fell 0.5 percent while food rose 2.7 percent, with medical care up 6.4 percent, the smallest rise in years.
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Labor Department
Michael Evang
Ted Gibson
Crocker National Bank
San Francisco
Flintlock robbers strike Frederick three more times
Frederick City Police seek two black males in connection with three armed robberies at downtown businesses on Monday night. Mintlock style guns used. One clerk injured, six inch head laceration, treated then released. Suspects described 5 feet 1 inch, thin build, face hidden by brown cap and burgundy scarf.
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Expansion road bumps menace area vehicles
Frederick area motorists face a new road hazard called vertical displacement where bridge surfaces sit above adjacent pavement. State and city engineers cite asphalt moisture, freezing ground, and uneven expansion as causes. Officials note affected bridges vary by day with multiple sites across Frederick City and County and on state roads. Continued on Page A-3b.
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Wayne Clingan
Frederick City
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Clingan
Robert L. Strine
New Market
Phete
C. Kurt Holter
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