City defends amusement tax boost
Allen G. Merchant said the 10 percent city amusement tax is not higher than elsewhere in Maryland and cited numerous counties and cities with the same rate. He noted Maryland comptroller's guidance that other jurisdictions levy 10 percent, listing Hampstead Baltimore Annapolis Carroll County Mt Airy Manchester Sykesville Friendsville Oakland Salisbury Brentwood Eagle Harbor Greenbelt P G County Grantsville Glen Echo.
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Democrats seek cloture in N H election debate
The Senate faces a cloture vote on limiting debate over the disputed New Hampshire Senate race between Louis C. Wyman and John A. Durkin. Democrats seek 60 votes with possible GOP help as the clash over recounts and unresolved ballots continues.
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Sisters donate kidney to brother in transatlantic plan
Two British sisters Vera Jenner and Audrey Taffe traveled 300 miles to Orlando to donate a kidney to brother Charles Gaster who has kidney disease. Jenner's kidney is the best match with surgery set for July 3 at Florida Hospital. Taffe will standby. Gaster, living in Florida since leaving England 17 years ago, credits his children for funding the travel.
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Ford attacks House passed energy bill headline
President Ford reacts to the House energy bill and plans to submit a decontrol proposal for domestic crude oil soon. He will wait to see Senate action before deciding on a third tariff. Ford aims to reduce consumption and spur alternative energy, citing dependence on foreign oil as a risk.
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Inside The News Taxpayers Support Penn Central A3
A compact section note reports taxpayer backing for Penn Central amid ongoing issues. Mentions police surveillance surrounding Giancana and rising tension in India as internal crisis deepens. A British subject faces a death sentence as part of a separate legal case.
Pleasant weekend weather with sunny skies and warm highs
Mostly sunny and pleasant conditions expected today and Sunday with highs in the low to mid 80s. Tonight remains fair and cooler with overnight lows in the 50s and 60s while rain chances stay near zero through Sunday.
Kissinger Khaddam hold second day of Middle East talks
Secretary of State Kissinger and Syrian Foreign Minister Khaddam met for about 90 minutes at the State Department amid a reassessment of U.S. Middle East policy. Officials said Syria seeks clarification on several issues and that Washington plans to stay engaged to prevent stagnation while weighing a stepwise Egyptian-Israeli settlement toward a broader peace.
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Tactical nuclear warning issued North Korea by Defense Secretary
Defense Secretary James R. Schlesinger warned North Korea that use of tactical nuclear weapons would be carefully considered if Seoul were invaded anew. He disclosed U S nuclear weapons are deployed in Korea and noted conventional forces could repel an attack. He also cited Soviet ICBM progress and warned Washington might send more ground troops if North Korea attacked.
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North Korea
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Delinquent water bills face penalty interest
The Board of Aldermen approved a 1 percent monthly penalty on delinquent water bills and authorized City Treasurer Betty E. Rice to shut off service on properties with outstanding payments without board approval. Rice presented 66 delinquent bills totaling $8,000 for disconnect action affecting properties in Section HI near West Patrick and South Market streets to the city limits. The board also approved a $77,995 bid by Richard F. Kline to build three tennis courts on Fleming Avenue, with construction starting in three weeks and completion in about two weeks.
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Pathet Lao tighten grip in Laos amid protests at U S home
Pathet Lao soldiers positioned in front of the residence of U S Charge d Affaires Christian Chapman Joay in Vientiane. Officials earlier said troops had entered the compound without authorization and would be withdrawn, while Chapman disputed entry. The clash adds to weeks of harassment as Pathet Lao solidifies control nationwide. Border post at Tha Deua reopened after troops occupied the village and border station.
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U.S
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Man Drowns in Potomac Near Williamsport
Herbert W. Shingler a 62 year old Smithsburg resident drowned in the Potomac River near Williamsport while swimming with his son and a friend. State police trooper Dewnin reported Shingler developed problems and died around 525 PM. Divers Cpl Kenneth L Frick and Tpr R F Sidow recovered the body from the water.
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Smithsburg
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Maryland
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West Virginia
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Maryland Home and Business Phone Rates Rise
Maryland extension phone rates increase today as part of a $29.1 million revenue rise approved by the Maryland Public Service Commission. C P and T Co. spokeswoman Kathy Timmerman notes home extension rates rise from $1.25 to $1.30 per month while business extensions go to $1.75. Long distance minimum changes to one minute, reducing three minute blocks, with about an 8 percent rise for longer Maryland calls. Other items include a Trimline charge at $1.65 and a Princess phone at $1.20 plus 25 cent rise for per phone.
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