Col James E Bartgis Jr dies after lifelong gun safety work
Col James E Bartgis Jr of Frederick dies at 75, a famed trainer of gun safety and marksmanship who taught thousands over a 50 year span. A retired Army major and longtime C P Telephone lineman, he built ranges, inspired youth, and helped pass Maryland Hunter Safety laws. He led Cresap Rifle Club at Eaglehead Range since 1957 and mentored deputies and SWAT teams nationwide.
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Western Maryland Delegation helps defeat Make-Whole law
Letter from Angela A. Martin and others thanks Senator Cushwa and Senator Thomas and Delegates McClellan Muldowney Munson for opposing the Make-Whole law allowing rate hikes by Potomac Edison and C P Telephone. Readers voice opinions on abortion debates, religious views, and personhood definitions, with comments from Jaycees and others.
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GSA waste blamed in Cuban refugee aid at Fort McCoy
A General Services Administration audit finds widespread extravagance in handling nearly 15,000 Cuban refugees at Fort McCoy Wisconsin. Purchases include 10 000 checkers games and dominos 4500 in frisbees 42 576 for toys 1400 for Ping Pong tables 55 252 for religious items and 172 two way radios. Inspectors warn one third of supplies lacked proper review. Senate probe urged by Sen Orrin Hatch. PARIS IN THE SPRING junket era cited as costly example with 380 000 for five Air Force jets and other expenses for officials and staff.
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Public fund sought for Thurmont Scout camp appeal
Items show larger enrollments needed to make the Thurmont Boy Scout camp viable as public response wanes. Henry R. Coats, Prof. Utterback, and Eagle Scout Austin Cooper oversaw the camp while a $7 weekly cost prompted fundraising.
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