Frederick would be a pilot for Marshall rail plan
The piece argues Frederick County should host a federal pilot to rebuild and modernize the railroad to save energy, create jobs, and boost regional industry. It cites a damaged line north of Frederick toward York, Pa, washed out by floods, and urges official support from Secretary Ray Marshall and Secretary Brock Adams.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frederick
U. S
Ray Marshall
Chessie
Sam
Conrail
Amtrak
Marshall
Uncle Sam
Frederick County
White House
York
Agnes
Eloise
Marshall Avows
United States
Secretary Marshall
Labor
Secretary of Transportation
Brock Adams
Readers praise Frederick independents responders and rights views
Letters from Roberta M Murphy and Richard L Barnes urge appreciation for the Frederick Hose Company and defend civil rights while urging harmony and participation in government. A second letter by Vivian Frailey reports a speeding survey, noting notable driver noncompliance and the need for speed enforcement.
Bicycle Route Needed on Opossumtown Pike near FCC
A cyclist advocates a dedicated bicycle route on Opossumtown Pike due to heavy traffic from Taney Avenue extension and increased FCC enrollment. The lack of shoulders makes mixed auto bicycle travel unsafe. a route would reduce congestion and emissions while promoting exercise and pleasure for Frederick Community College students.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Opossumtown Pike
Taney Avenue
Frederick County
Vo-Tech
Frederick Community College
FCC
FCC, Roberts
FEAGA
Frederick
Calvert County school reads enhance progress despite slow gains
Calvert County schools pursued an ambitious reading improvement project three years ago after ranking near the bottom in state tests. The effort, directed by Superintendent Ralph Wachter and boosted by the county commissioners, hired staff and supplied basal reading texts to standardize instruction. Early results show mixed progress, though Iowa Test of Basic Skills indicates the fastest four-year rise in the state, especially among fifth graders, reflecting the program’s impact amid a constrained starting point.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Calvert County
Reading
Calvert
Ralph Wachter
Gilbert Stefanides
Walter McDonald
McDonald
Iowa
Bureaucracy as Hidden Tyrant in Modern State
A critical essay argues that a nameless government clerk wields unseen power, expanding rules and forms to strangulate democracy. It highlights soaring costs, endless forms, and overregulation across federal, state, and local levels, noting attempts by leaders to cut red tape often fail. The piece cites studies on regulatory growth, tax form complexity, and the Office of Management and Budget, warning a new revolt may be needed to reclaim control.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frederick
Congress
America
George III
Charlemagne
Frank Lloyd Wright
Wright
James Bennett
Manuel Johnson
George Mason University
Virginia
Internal Revenue Service
Aloe
U.S
Office of Management and Budget
Carter
Jimmy Carter
Gerald Ford
California
Local clubs and business group hold meetings in Frederick
Proposals that tax laws were discussed as the Federation of Rural Women’s Clubs held its last meeting at the Court House with representatives from all chapters. The Chamber of Commerce elected a new board led by Louis Willson as president and Richard Simmons as first vice president. A July fourth storm brought 0.68 inch rain. hotter weather persists though cooler readings expected Sunday. Incoming mayor Jacob Ramsburg and officials will take oath in City Hall and convene the first meeting. A lightning fire destroyed the Camp Greentop recreation building west of Thurmont. Nancy L. Cohen was named assistant dean of students at Hood College, effective immediately.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamber of Commerce
Louis Willson
Richard Simmons
Jesse Kolb
Noel Haller
Hammond Clary
Frederick
Jacob R. Ramsburg
Board of Aldermen
City Hall
Camp Greentop
Thurmont
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Tidlel
Felgey
Maryland
Vero
Frederick, Md
Ike
L.A
PTF
Frederick Independent Hose Company
Roberta M. Murphy
Andrew R. Murphy
Box
Richard L. Barnes
Mount Airy, Md
Vivian Fraley Dak Tay Cult
Jefferson
the State of Education
Eugene W. Goll
Washington
By Jack Anderson
Capooniine
Federation of Rural Women's Clubs
Court House
Nancy L. Cohen
Hood College
Katherine Sherrill
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