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Location

Frederick, Maryland, United States of America

Date

May 18, 1977

Page

4

Students seek nonvoting student on Frederick County Board of Education

FCASC petitions for a non voting student member on the Board of Education. Gretchen Bragaw presents the resolution at Middletown Middle School as part of broader FCASC efforts to boost student input and involvement in district decisions.

Board of Education Bragaw FCASC Gretchen Paul $. Sakamoto California Miss Bragaw Frederick County

Vance and Gromyko sign environmental war ban pact

In Geneva the United States and Soviet foreign ministers Cyrus Vance and Andrei Gromyko joined 31 nations to sign a convention prohibiting environmental modification techniques with widespread lasting effects. The pact, part of the disarmament conference, bans the use of artificial catastrophes such as tidal waves hurricanes and earthquakes. The signing occurred at the Palace of Nations before three days of talks between American and Soviet leaders.

Geneva Switzerland Cyrus R. Vance Andrei A. Gromyko U.S Palace of Nations Council

School board approves CETA deficiency program plan

The school board discusses CETA funded projects to aid students at both ends of the spectrum. Dr. Anderson notes the plan uses new CETA staff to group students for individualized attention. Rita Gordon votes against. four members support including a decisive tally by Mrs. Frances W. Ashbury. The program would run Aug 15 1977 to Jun 30 1978 if funded.

Board of Education Frederick County Association of Student Councils FCASC Gretchen Bragaw Middletown Middle School Walkersville High School Gov. Thomas Johnson High Harold Mosser Jules Jacobs Vocational Advisory Council George Brachey Frederick Contractors Patrick Gilstrap McDonald’s Grayson Bowers Maryland Bull Stud Farm Louise Snodgrass Golski Dr. Newman Dave Borison Thurmont Bank Robert Bowlus M. J. Grove Co Michael Baltzell Eastaleo Morgan-Keller Bushey & Burrey Catoctin High Flintkote Co Frederick Green Valley Middletown Karen Howser Singanore High Clemente Gardiner Donald Z. Koons Howser Anderson Rita S. Gordon CETA Frederick L. Smith Clement E. Gardiner William B. Barnes Frances W. Ashbury SCEAS Hood Hood College

PE rate hike would add small monthly cost for 2000 kWh users

Hearings before the PSC examine a proposed increase that would add about 3.58 dollars monthly for typical residential customers and around 8.95 dollars for a 2000 kWh heating user. OCJ and the state counsel argue PE’s earnings erosion demands higher rates amid disputed charges with Eastalco Aluminum.

Organization For Consumer Justice John M. McCardell PSC OCJ Baltimore State People’s Counsel Eastalco Aluminum Company Eastalco Buckeystown

Drought and Water Outlook for Frederick County Area

Frederick area faces persistent drought with 11.91 inches on average last year and several dry spells. Potomac River flow down 50 percent in May, while Frederick city water remains good. plans include adding 2 million gallons capacity at Monocacy plant and a new filter system. Three Springs Fisheries reports heavy ice and fish kill. orchardists expect fruit crops unaffected with mid July harvest for peaches and apples.

Frederick Maryland Wayne Solley U.S. Interior Department Geological Survey Potomac River Solley Washington Metro Potomac Frederick County Frederick City Monocacy Three Springs Lilypons Charles B. Thomas

Byron champions Monocacy park plan and funding

Congressman Byron outlines plans to establish a Monocacy park using offshore oil lease fees for acquisition. He cites Judge Delaplaine and past society presidents as key influentials and notes land east of the Monocacy River is the initial focus with hearings to follow after a commission is formed.

Perty Byron Edward S.) Delaplaine Monocacy Park Historical Society Worthington Jenkins Food Corporation Robert Clapp Geisbert Monocacy River Harry Decker Judge Delaplaine

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