Calls for action to seal dangers of abandoned quarries
One year after Robin Zimmerman drowned in the Sharkstown Quarry Frederick County resident John Zimmerman urges stronger safety rules and enforcement. He cites lack of signs fences and enforcement and asks lawmakers officials and the public to act now before more lives are lost.
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Frederick County
Sharkstown
John JD. Zimmerman
Jefferson Pike
Frederick
Robin Lee
Shookstown
Beverly Byron
Krantz
Frederick Elks Club
Willowcrest
Frederick News, Post
Zimmerman
Robin Zimmerman
Zimmermans
California freighter mishap stalls corn voyage foiled by rot
On its 40th anniversary note, this tale recalls the SS California a decrepit freighter contracted to carry 18 000 tons of corn to Egypt. A routine Coast Guard check uncovered hull cracks and other deficiencies prompting repairs or towage. Egypt refused entry until corn was inspected then deemed unfit for consumption. AID faced delay and a $4 million cost, amid allegations of rotten corn and political infighting. Coast guards and Egyptian quarantine inspectors clashed with the ship owner and AID. The vessel remains moored at Alexandria listed and unloading blocked. The piece also notes a Free Broadcast system junket controversy and costs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shington
California
Agency For International Development
Egypt
ALD
Norfolk
Coast Guard
State Department
Lucette Lagnada
AID
ASD
Alexandria
Washington
Port of
Nichalas Voeliotesi
Board For International Broadcasting
Congress
Rado Free Europe
Radio Liberty
Munich
BIB
U.S
New York
Mercedes- Benz
Europe
Joel Bernstein
Drake Hotel
Park Avenue
Amtrak
Readers Voice Frustration Over Dress Code and Draft Ideas
A Frederick reader complains of being barred entry for wearing shorts while another patron was allowed, questions gender double standards, and seeks a management response. The letter also laments aging citizens as a draft idea and notes political travel and embassy events, with a closing reference to officials and hearings.
Inspection of Monocacy Battleground by Park Service
A National Park Service representative and former Judge Glenn H. Worthington conducted an inspection of the Monocacy Battleground. The visit aimed to assess preservation and historical context as part of ongoing battlefield work.
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Monocacy Battleground
National Park Service
Glenn H. Worthington
Monocacy Battlefield
Grace Church Brunswick organized as separate congregation
On June 8 1961 a group of churchmen gathered at Grace Church Brunswick to form the separate Grace Church Brunswick. The Episcopal Diocese of Maryland consented a week earlier. Rev A D Salmon named rector. Theodore R Koons of Finksburg named to Carroll County Economic Development Commission. EDC chaired by Frank C Dunham Taneytown. 14 members study and promote county economy. Frederick County school board appoints Dr John L Carnochan as superintendent for four years, salary set at 17000 a year. he has been acting superintendent.
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Grace Church
Brunswick
Grace Church, Brunswick
Miniscopal Diocese of
Maryland
A.D. Salmon
Theodore R. Koons
Finksburg
Carrol County Economic Development Commission
Koons
Black & Decker Manufacturing Co
Hampstead
EDC
Frank C. Dunham
Frederick County
John L. Carnochan
Dr. Carnochan
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John Zimmerman
Shankstown Quarry
Jack Anderson
David
Unis Estanishment
All Deere
Management
David A. Wiles
Daysville Road
Walkersville
Linccolns
Wilsons
Roosevelts
Social Security
Medicare
Melvin J Sollod
Teakwood Court
Metroliner
Embassy Row
Klaus Jacobi
Urs Schwarz
Capitol Hill
Con- Bross
News-Post
Central Trust Company
HE. Meeks
State Bank
Carroll H. Baumgardner
Emmitsburg
Baumgardner
Harry S. Boyle
Qutomatic
Snetem
Paboen
Hein Rolley
Nenea
Matthews
Frederick, Maryland
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