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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Nov 03, 1971
Page
2
Our November 1971 editorial about the Walkersville sewer hookup caused misinterpretation. We express regret for any disparaging implication and reaffirm Burgess Trout’s public service and the issue of using Master Plumbers for Walkersville-Frederick interceptor hookups.
The Chamber of Commerce argues that cries of large corporate profits during the wage-price freeze misstate the situation. Profits as a percentage of sales have fallen since 1965 and in 1970 1971 periods remained near multi‑year lows, though dollars rise with inflation. The chamber says rising profits signal a recovering economy and investor reinvestment can expand jobs and living standards.
The Interior Department signals possible December approval for a Prudhoe Bay to Port Valdez oil line but faces injunctions and native claims lawsuits. Environmentalists and Eskimo groups argue over land ownership while Congress weighs native compensation amid a high stake economy.
Readers lament two years of indecision over Fort Detrick and a proposed 6 million dollar contractor infusion. The letters urge timely action, note personnel shifts in defensive BW research, and praise local officials while recalling past contracts and community impact.
Buildings at North Market Street near completion await formal opening. State Roads Commission reports snowplows to keep roads clear this winter. Thanksgiving turkey supply may be scarce as farmers in Frederick County reduce flocks. Early heavy snow causes closures and traffic delays. County commissioners approve a 244 mile highway plan and one bridge project contingent on developments. Frederick Chamber of Commerce to host a BE Day previsit with teachers to discuss student needs.
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