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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Mar 12, 1971
Page
4
The Frederick County Board of Education keeps executive sessions behind closed doors, revealing minutes only after public action is approved. Critics say secrecy harms transparency as capital construction plans and bonding details remain hidden from taxpayers until official March minutes.
The piece argues American farmers lead in quality foods at low prices but face barriers to full economic participation. It discusses cooperatives, bargaining associations, and political routes, noting Farm Bureau membership and growth toward two million by 1971 as a sign of organizing effort. William J. Kuhfuss, president, American Farm Bureau Federation, comments in NATIONS AGRICULTURE.
The Chamber of Commerce reports fringe benefits average 27.9 percent of employer payrolls, equating to $27.90 in benefits per $100 of wages. Benefits include Social Security, unemployment, workers’ compensation, life and health insurance, pensions, sick leave, vacations, and holidays, with 1,115 companies surveyed showing a 330 percent rise since 1949 and 19 percent above 1967.
A collection of quotes reflects partisan tensions over apportionment in a Democratic National Committee meeting. A student asks about gender in sports policy, and a sixth grader imagines Washington reacting to segregation. Rep. Hebert weighs in on an all volunteer army.
The push to redraw congressional lines in Maryland pits Melvin Steinberg against Mandel's influence as a plan aims to balance districts across Baltimore City and County, Prince George's, Montgomery, and beyond. The debate centers on gerrymandering charges, contiguity, and the governor's backing while a May primary looms. A related note: a May 25 special First District election follows Rogers Morton’s successor, with dates for primary and filing set.
A pair of letters from Emmitsburg and Frederick readers protest the Maryland General Assembly pay hike, urging nullification and new salary talks, while another writer condemns the SST as unnecessary and harmful. The letters reference political reform, taxpayer impact, and environmental concerns.
Washington reports show a Gallup poll indicating public belief the Nixon administration hides Vietnam War details and mishandles the conflict. The piece argues most Americans lack military understanding, Cambodia and Laos shape borders, and disruption of supply routes is vital for South Vietnam’s security. It critiques isolationist sentiment and praises U.S. resolve amid allied concerns.
A March 12 1921 item notes community preference for an athletic field as a monument to county men and women who served in the late war. A runner up memorial was also suggested, reflecting local opinion on honoring veterans.
March 12 1951 ground broken on 16 family type housing units at Camp Detrick. Frames without basements, similar to brick quarters, occupancy expected in about six months. Frederick County Council PTA opposes deviations from the school construction program with 12 PTAs at Emmitsburg urging defense of the 1948 plan. Annual Farm Ownership meeting for Frederick and Washington counties to be held in Presbyterian church basement, announced by H Bryce Hopkins Farmers Home Administration supervisor.
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