17 Jul 1981
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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1981
Page
1
Thursday night observers reported a clear view of a partial lunar eclipse. Dr. Daniel Lufkin of Hood College noted the earth's shadow was darker than usual and the moon did not appear red, likely due to cloudier air. The eclipse began at 12 25 p m and peaked with about 55 percent obscured, ending shortly after 2 a m.
London AP reports calmer scenes in Britain’s riot affected cities after two weeks of unrest. Parliament held an eight hour debate on race relations as police reported no new violence by 3:30 a.m. with over 3,000 arrests and injuries. Home Secretary Whitelaw announced ministers would visit Liverpool Toxteth to review inner city conditions.
Senate Intelligence Committee to review allegations of financial misconduct tied to CIA Director William J. Casey and his appointee running undercover operations. Senate leaders say lawmakers have expressed concern and will examine the disclosures from federal courts in New York and New Orleans.
About 40 000 Baltic coast dock workers scheduled a potential port strike next Thursday as they push for better conditions. Tension rises amid reform talks under an emergency Communist Party congress. Strikers planned to report at 6 a.m. then join meetings and actions, with some unloading of ships carrying food in society’s interest.
The Justice Department signals criminal charges against postal workers who strike when contracts expire next week. Postmaster Bolger backs firing strikers and barring future government employment as a hardline stance against walkouts.
News Post writer Mary Fouche joins classmates at her PAO high school reunion. Walter Williams shares reflections on past friendships and notable moments from the event. Entertainment editor Michael Spaur tours the Torpedo Factory Art Center in Old Town Alexandria and eats at Stonehenge Restaurant near Gettysburg.
The Senate approved an indexing provision to automatically raise personal exemptions and standard deductions with inflation and reduce tax rates by about 10 percent in 1985, a plan praised by some allies but criticized as inflation relief for the wealthy. The move accompanies a separate savings incentive measure and a broad Reagan tax-cut package as Congress prepares to adjourn for August.
Israeli warplanes hit Beirut and southern Lebanon in the heaviest air campaign since the 1978 invasion. Net results include destroyed guerrilla HQs claimed by Israel, disputed by the PLO, with hundreds reported dead or wounded in Beirut Sidon and Zahrani. Blasts set oil facilities ablaze as rockets and artillery shelling continue.
Frederick County will pay Patricia Hall a settlement after a federal discrimination lawsuit alleging she was fired for being a woman and handicapped. County officials said they aim to settle promptly, with details not disclosed.
Weather-Post notes cloudiness and showers in Western Maryland through today with sun returning by Saturday. Maryland ocean beaches expect mostly cloudy conditions and scattered showers, highs in the 80s, water 71. Forecasts show fair to good spraying conditions through Monday and dry conditions today.
An English writer Samuel Seite questions judgment in criticism, suggesting expertise is not required to assess cooking. The note reflects wit about food, taste, and authority from 1708.
The Brunswick mayor and council announce a mandatory water ban starting at 8 a.m. Monday July 20 due to spring shortages in Virginia and Washington County and a river below normal. After an ineffective voluntary ban, ordinance No 332 allows service cuts and court action for violations as officials seek extra supply.
Alderman James M. Murphy, 43, of Rocky Springs Road, announces he will seek re election to the Frederick Board of Aldermen. A first term alderman, he is a plumbing contractor with C. F. Murphy Inc. He is a retired U S Army Reserve major, a former Democratic State Central Committee member, and graduate of Frederick High School and Washington College. Murphy is married to Sally with three children, Caroline, Beth, and Lewis. His formal statement follows.
Frederick businessman David C. Grose owner of Better Homes Equipment announced his candidacy for alderman on the Republican ticket. He urged growth within city capacity a stable police force and lower tax bills through higher assessments while questioning the fate of empty buildings and tax rolls.
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