Frederick County Bests In Maryland Revenue Share Plan
Frederick County would receive 5111,150 of Maryland’s total 86,978,763 annual revenue share under Nixon’s plan. The 84 page Treasury breakdown lists Frederick City 127,357 Hagerstown 189,376 Rockville 183,414 Annapolis 100,251 Cumberland 449,069, ranking Frederick seventh among Maryland counties. Nationally New York would gain 542.67 million and California 536.57 million, with New York City set to receive 157 million.
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HRC Forms Committees To Probe Discrimination
The Human Relations Council formed subcommittees to probe discrimination charges before hiring an executive director. They aim to report at the Aug 28 meeting. complaints include Vietnam Moratoriums and racial bias. The executive director candidate will interview Aug 10 with the three member board.
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HRC
Vietnam Moratoria Committee
Bernie Zerkel
Winchester Hall
Frederick
Stu Gordon
Gordon
Two Theft Cases Reported
Two thefts were reported in the city with burglaries Tuesday night. John Holland of Ice Street reported a radio a ring a watch and a jar of dimes stolen after thieves pried a window. Maurice Cohen of Baltimore said two cases of potato chips four cases of pizza cheese four cartons of cigarettes and a case of chocolate candy were taken.
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John Holland
Ice Street
Landis Wolfe
Tpr
Gary Beard
Maurice Cohen
Baltimore
Rocky Hill Church Picnic Celebrates 100 Years
The Rocky Hill Church annual picnic marks a century of community gathering each August. Descendants travel from Frederick County and beyond to honor ancestors, decorate graves, and share ham and chicken dinners cooked by volunteers. The event features the Little German Band and draws visitors from Virginia, Pennsylvania and New York.
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Education Aid Bill Tops Nixon's Budget
The Senate approved a 4.4 billion education measure and Congress sent President Nixon a bill adding 453 million more than his request. A larger housing and other federal program package was still pending, widening the total beyond Nixon’s budget. Senator Norris Cotton urged no veto and Senator Magnuson pledged a net reduction after enacted spending.
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Dash
Stock Market Opens With Modest New York Advance
The New York stock market posted a respectable gain in slow early trading as investors watched the opening hours. Gains were led by advancing issues while trading remained subdued amid cautious sentiment and limited activity.
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Mayor Seeks Aid to Build Frederick Athletic Stadium
Mayor E Paul Magha appeals local service groups for help in funding a new concrete and steel athletic facility to replace the condemned McCurdy Field. He notes 10 000 athletes use the site and urges a city committee to plan the project as engineering staff study options.
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Frederick
Magaha
McCurdy Field
McCurdy
Safeway Fire Damages Loading Dock at Prospect Plaza
An early morning blaze caused minor fire and smoke damage to the loading platform of the Safeway store in Prospect Plaza. Police say arson not yet ruled out as detectives investigate. Four city fire companies fought the blaze for 18 minutes. volunteers assisted post extin guish. Night stockers Robert Handley and John Beasley reported flames seen under a rear door. cardboard returns, wooden racks, and a cooler were damaged.
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Citizens Volunteer Fire Company
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Walkersville
John Beasley
Broadview Acres
Guy S[luffer
Broad Run
Handley
Richard Ashton
Heat Wave Persists With Little Relief Expected
Frederick County endures a prolonged heat spell with daytime highs in the 90s and humid conditions. A brief Tuesday shower offered minimal cooling while smog prompted health warnings in Baltimore and Washington suburbs. Forecasters expect continued hot, variably cloudy weather through Friday with possible afternoon thunder showers.
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Cabinet Deadlock Halts Israeli Pact Decision
Israel’s cabinet remains divided over the U S Middle East peace plan as right wing ministers threaten to quit. Prime Minister Golda Meir seeks a compromise with Gahal which controls six seats and opposes Israeli withdrawal from captured land. Defense Minister Dayan denies threatening resignation and says he would accept the plan reluctantly.
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Gahal
Fire Log Summary from Oak Hill Road Area
Fire log for 24 hours ending 10 am reports calls including tractor fire on Oak Hill Road Woodsboro at RT 40 RT 355 2:22 pm drum auto fire Independents on Biggs Ford Road 3:44 pm brush fire Crum farm Walkersville 10 pm trash fire at Prospect Shopping Center 3:52 am general alarm. Ambulance calls total Emergency 12 Routine 2.
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Walkersville
Prospect
Safeway
Local Housing Pinch Reflects National Problem
Barbara Laughhein examines a nationwide housing shortfall tied to labor shortages. Wages have risen since 1966, yet attracting workers remains hindered by job insecurity and seasonality. Solutions include training, youth and minority outreach, and a government plan to expand enrollment.
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