Frederick Residents Encouraged to Redeem Obsolete Savings Bonds
The article explains how older Series A to J Savings Bonds and Freedom Shares stop earning interest, urging Frederick residents to redeem about 31 million dollars in obsolete bonds and reinvest in current Series E and H bonds. It notes extended interest periods, safer yields, and questions about tax status.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James McSherry
U.S
US Department of the Treasury
U.S. Savings Notes
Freedom
Frederick
Government rejects tax exemption for Savings Bonds
The Treasury Department says it is not desirable to grant tax exemptions for Savings Bonds and Freedom Shares. It cites four reasons including revenue loss, inequity, and risk of broader exemptions for other government or private securities. The policy aim remains to encourage saving without special tax breaks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Treasury Department
Congress
Treasury
Comediennes and Liberation Clash Over Beauty and Choice
A magazine essay argues female comics rely on unfeminine looks for laughs while male peers joke about wives. It contends feminist aims free women from stereotypes and notes men face stricter role constraints until biological limits vanish. Penny-hoarding and currency shifts cited amid inflation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ann Nietzke
Human Behavior Magazine
Comediennes
Feminist Liberation Movement
Letters to the Editor Urges Frederick Preservation and Kissinger Praise
A reader appeals to Frederick residents to preserve historic facades and avoid demolition, citing New Market and Baltimore examples. The note laments bulldozing and touts saving 18th and 19th century architecture as economic and cultural assets. It ends with praise for Henry Kissinger’s diplomatic efforts amid Watergate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Silver Spring
Rockville
Gaithersburg
Brunswick
Harpers’ Ferry
Wov
Frederick
Graduation reflections and community voices across Maryland
A personal essay on graduation milestones, family pride, and the emotional impact of graduates moving on. Letters from readers in Thurmont and Mt. Airy discuss education, civic duty, and the role of families, teachers, and public figures in marking life’s firsts and lasts.
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Sonsens
Iyescom
Kenneth Ivy
Mos
Latham
Wied Wilson High
Washington
Non Catowin
Rahan
University of Yone Naw
Mademoiselle Anzavine
New York
Cose
Fragmentary record shows mixed memories and weather notes
The readable fragments mention names and places in a hazy reminiscence. A weather remark notes warm humid conditions while references to individuals and events appear jumbled and hard to identify. The text preserves tone and era hints without clear sequence.
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