Emmitsburg Fourth Parade Honors Veterans and Unity
Wayne Powell directed the long line of flag bearers and floats in Emmitsburg’s Fourth of July parade. Grand marshal Joseph William Wilson, a Vietnam veteran who lost a leg and an eye, reflected on homecomings while crowds cheered Desert Storm veterans. Evening events included horseshoe contests, barbecue, and a crowd calm under drizzle as Mayor Robert Preston praised all veterans.
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Emmitsburg
Wayne Powell
Mississippi
Alabama
Joseph William Wilson
Frederick Health Clinic
Cublesi
J. Richard Valentine
Sixes Road
Robert Dewees
Orrianna
Valentine
Billy
Mr. Wilson
Robert Preston
Allensworth Eyes Frederick County Executive Bid
Don Allensworth, former state senate candidate, says he may seek Frederick County executive if the charter form passes in November. He cites Land Use as the 90s issue with plans for growth controls, downzoning, and expanded citizen power over development, plus open hearings and sunshine-law reforms.
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Don T. Allensworth
Frederick County
Hagerstown
Allensworth
John Derr
Washington
R. Robert Linowes
Cable firm pays 5.4 million to preempt tax plan
In Rockville Cable TV Montgomery offered 5.4 million dollars in extra county revenue to avoid a Montgomery County Council tax on telecommunications. Council sponsors Hanna Jr and Subin had proposed a one dollar per month levy that would raise about 1.8 million. The company would accelerate its 1967 settlement balance, providing funds by September and avoiding tax on 155000 subscribers.
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Rockville
Montgomery County
Montgomery
William E. Hanna Jr
Michael L. Subin
John Eddy
Cable Company
Hanna
Subin
Cable TV
Six Montgomery County workers laid off in cutback
Montgomery County reduced its government size to tackle a large deficit, abolishing 531 positions. Only six layoffs occurred, with 227 of the jobs already vacant. Many employees took early retirement, 23 were transferred or demoted, and some accepted reduced hours. Garrett reported no grievances or appeals.
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Rockville
Montgomery County
William P. Garrett
Garrett
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