U S suspends delivery of F 16 jets to Israel
President Reagan pauses the planned transfer of four F-16 fighters to Israel amid questions of compliance with a defense only use clause. Officials say large shipments due next month will not be affected. Israel calls the move unjust and defends its recent destruction of an Iraqi nuclear facility as self defense. Congressional leaders and critics urge careful review, with hearings possible next week.
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Reagan plan to cut food stamp rolls heads to House
Senate approved 1.8 billion in food stamp reductions, aiming to trim benefits and remove about a million people. The House, with Democrats in control, considers similar action. Senator Bob Dole defends proposed changes as reducing hardship while preserving program dignity.
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New Maryland Prison Center Aims August Inmate Move
Maryland officials expect a new reception center in Baltimore to house inmates by August 15 amid a security system delay. The Department of General Services and Baltimore Contractors have an agreement to transfer up to 2 inmates once the center is ready, with state officials reviewing details. The head of the prison system said full security won’t be operational until after January, and the contractor will take months to test the complex system.
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Treasure, politics and festivals fill today’s highlights
NewsPost writer Jim Wood uncovers treasure at area antique advertising show while Tom Stuckey notes gubernatorial contenders prepping for the election. Donald Graff weighs capital punishment pros and cons. Hugh Mulligan visits an Irish festival in New York. Paul Amrandt continues the story. The Major League Players Association signals a Friday walkout after a judge denied an injunction. Louis Rukeyser says net tax cuts aren’t real while many young executives lack work ability.
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Reagan advisers stand firm on third year tax cut
Washington AP Reagan officials insist they will secure votes for the three year tax cut package without conditions tied to inflation or a trigger. Treasury aide John Chapoton told the House Ways and Means Committee that linking the third year to an inflation cap would remove certainty for investors and businesses. Texas Democrat J J Pickle pressed for a trigger, but Chapoton rejected the idea while explaining the revised plan for business tax relief through depreciation rules.
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Nolan Withdraws Candidacy for Frederick City Board
Susan Rosenstock Nolan announced withdrawal from the race for a seat on the Frederick City Board of Aldermen. She moved from the city to the county for unforeseen reasons, regrets leaving Frederick after nearly 20 years, and plans to stay active in the Democratic party and Frederick County politics.
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Walkersville adopts fire hydrant insurance and water bill policy
Walkersville commissioners approved a fire plug insurance plan with J Harold Hooper costing about 160 dollars per year for 108 plugs and a 100 dollar deductible per plug. They also set a policy requiring water bills postmarked within three days to avoid interest and adopted a 408223 dollar FY1982 budget with a 46 cent tax rate. several delinquent accounts and refunds were addressed.
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FMH ER bills higher despite better care in Frederick
A Frederick County couple recalls a $74 physician bill separate from hospital charges for four stitches and a five minute exam. A woman paid $45 for an ER visit diagnosing two cracked ribs. Since FMH ER contracted to Emergency Physician Associates, residents question costs though care is praised. Compared physician charges vary widely across Maryland facilities, with FMH often among the higher rates.
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Fired ER doctor may file suit
Dr Mary Jane Brackett an emergency medicine physician at Frederick Memorial Hospital may sue after being fired seven months into her tenure when a corporation contracted to run the ER took over operations. The hospital administrator says a physician group option had been under consideration before her hire. The incident is part of a pending EEOC probe.
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State tourism director pays county 2-day visit
Maryland tourism chief Kurt Alverson toured Frederick County for nine hours on his first visit, meeting county commissioners and Tourism Council directors at Rose Hill Manor. He praised the area’s diversity from mountains and state parks to wineries and museums, saw landmarks, Gambrill State Park, and Byrd Vineyards, and viewed a film titled Frederick County Crossroads of History while receiving gifts at the reception.
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Weather Brief With Chance of Showers Friday
A late night and Friday forecast notes partly sunny skies with a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Highs reach the mid 80s, with near zero rain tonight and about 30 percent Friday. Light variable winds and mild evening ease.
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