Courage or cowardice at Frederick Community College
A historic enrollment padding scandal at FCC leads to sharp public questions about the board’s actions. The piece argues the board’s whistleblowing was not courageous and urges forgiveness for Dr. Patrick L. Christoff, the former dean, while noting the ongoing campus recovery and calls for a gubernatorial pardon.
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Frederick Community College
FCC
Maryland Board of Public Works
BPW
Patrick L. Christoff
Controlling Education
Hughes
Christoff
Preakness Controversy Highlights Codex Victory
The Sun Baltimore argues that Codex won the 105th Preakness first past the finish line in near record time, despite claims Angel Cordero was overly competitive. It defends the stewards ruling while noting television distorted the event and praises Codex as a strong California runner.
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Angel Cordero
Codex
Pimlico
Genuine Risk
Jacinto Vasquez
California
the Sun
Baltimore
Washington debate on accelerating defense must be matched by action
The piece argues for rapid military buildup in a broader push for a vastly improved defense program. It cites figures like General Hap Arnold and advocates accelerating nuclear submarines, MX missiles, and cruise missiles to deter the Soviets. It critiques SALT negotiations and urges prompt calling and mobilization of reserves and youth for national security.
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Washington
Sears
Mashington
Sen Ted Kennedy Doe
At &O Jong
Tran
Pkee
Rurhon
Brember
Feperik
Byron
Hap Arnold
Carter Thes
Paubive Everett
Soviet drug scene and vodka culture in decline era opulence
Washington columnist notes rising drug use in the Soviet Union, arguing official figures underestimate heroin and morphine markets, with Georgia a hotspot. alcohol dominance skews the economy, as vodka profits prop up state budgets. Also covers Carter's FTC veto gambit, TV watch notes, and a Segal Xerox anecdote.
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Washington
Karl Marz
Soviet Union
Kremlin
Republic of Georgia
Bob Sherman
Soviet Georgia
Southeast Asia
Middle East
Afghanistan
Iran
Pakistan
Golden Triangle
Soviets
Mars
Carter
Saudi Arabia
Princess
Charles Percy
Ilinois
Jacob Javits
New York
Percy
Javits
Carter White House
Executive Mansion
White House
Xerox Gored
Erich Segal
Xerox
Segal
Xerox Corp
United Feature Syndicate
Birthday surprise honors Toms and Young in Woodsboro
In Woodsboro a double birthday surprise honored Mrs. John H. Toms and Samuel D. Young at Elwood Toms home. Attendees included family and friends such as the Toms and Young families, Hoffman, Wolfe, Toms, and Trout relations among others. Approximately 4 000 Frederick City and County students joined a field and track meet at Frederick Fairgrounds under the Frederick County Board of Education and Maryland Playground Athletic League. County officials Palmer and Biehl attended with league directors and principals.
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Elwood Toms
Woodsboro
Lettie Young
Lens Toma
Dorothy Toms
Dorothy Trout
Margaret Toms
Richard Toms
Harry Tome George Toms
Ellwood Toms
Frederick City
Frederick Fairgrounds
Frederick County Board of Education
Maryland Playground Athletic League
G. Lloyd Palmer
J. C. Biehl
A. L. Leary
Frederick High School
W. M. Burdick
Clagett Diocesan Center
Buckeystown
Episcopal
Nobie C. Powell
Maryland
Harry Lee Doll
West Frederick
Letters on Christianity and public figures draw mixed views
Readers debate Robert Green's critique of Christianity and the role of faith over two pages. The letters praise Christianity's historical impact while noting empty arguments, discuss Sabbath observance, and reference political figures including Senator Muskie and church leaders expressing support. The exchange spans religious and civic topics with numerous named individuals.
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Robert Green
Green
Jesus
Bob Greene
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