21 Mar 1998
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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Mar 21, 1998
Page
1
At a public meeting the mayor and aldermen approved loaning Civil War ransom notes to the Historical Society of Frederick County for the county's 250th celebration. An insurance policy of 100000 dollars was secured, covering the documents during a three day display.
Mayor Jim Grimes and Frederick aldermen officially ban smoking in seating downl area at Harry Grove Stadium following a request from Frederick Keys general manager Joseph Preseren. Smoking remains allowed in other public areas. violations carry a $20 fine.
Col. Gerald W. Parker officially assumes command of the U S Army Medical Research Institute of Infectious Diseases at Fort Detrick after Col. David R. Franz relinquished the post Jan. 26. They exchanged the gold fringed USAMRIID flag in a change of command ceremony on Friday.
Mount St. Marys College will cut 21 positions and offer severance and an early retirement program. Administrators are more affected than hourly staff, with details on departments and exact numbers not disclosed to protect individuals. Some layoffs are expected among faculty while several openings will not be filled.
In Annapolis lawmakers debate exemptions to the lead paint law for rental properties in historic districts and agriculturally zoned land. Delegate David Brinkley sponsors cases arguing cost and feasibility issues for maintaining historic windows and lead safety, while opponents warn of rising lead poisoning risks for children.
Frederick city deputy attorney Anne Herbert Rollins now spends three days a week at the police department and two at City Hall after a January move. Courts gave rise to a surge of intents to sue within 180 days of alleged incidents, while Rollins handles in house counsel duties for multiple city bodies. The most notable case involved former officer Charles Davis whose termination was overturned on appeal, with further appeals to higher courts.
The 28th annual Frederick County Home Show launches at the Frederick Fairgrounds with Bloomfest '98, featuring over 250 exhibitors from builders to financial firms. High school trades students compete in Builder Olympics as thousands visit for home design ideas. Free entry with a $1 parking fee.
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