Iranians Arrested in Baltimore for Gun Smuggling Scheme
Five of eight Iranians remain in custody after federal firearms charges tied to an alleged plan to smuggle guns to Iran. Arrests occurred at Baltimore-Washington International Airport with evidence including high powered rifles and a map of embassies. The group includes Morgan State and Coppin State students who posted bond and surrendered passports.
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Carter urges return to odd-even gas purchase rules
The Carter administration calls on states to implement immediate odd-even gasoline buying and strict 55 mph enforcement to cut foreign oil use. Officials push for up to a ninefold rise in gasohol by year end and aim to double coal conversions for utilities. Carter urges strong conservation, says no panic over Iran oil cutoff, and notes fuel reserves are better than a year ago after a White House meeting with governors.
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Toys introducing drugs to children in Baltimore claim
Public officials told a Senate subcommittee that toys and gadgets marketed to youths now include marijuana pipes and roach clips disguised as Mickey Mouse pins. Robert G. Kramer warned that such paraphernalia helps lure children into drug use, while manufacturers argued the issue is broader drug abuse and not the sales of so called smoking accessories.
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FAA hits American Airlines with record maintenance fine
The FAA fined American Airlines 500000 dollars, the largest ever, and Continental 100000 dollars for a one step DC 10 engine pylon maintenance procedure. Both airlines did not admit violations and settled to avoid lengthy litigation. The method risked damaging wing pylon attachments during removal or installation.
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Inquiry sparks calls for Blunt scandal inquiry
London reports focus on whether Queen Elizabeth II or her secretary knew Anthony Blunt was a Kremlin spy. MPs plan emergency Commons debate next week as papers demand government inquiry and the Sun asks Did the Queen know.
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Real Estate Column and Miscellaneous Society Notes
Todays highlights cover BUILDING REAL ESTATE Jobh Tregoning on Venge and commuter interest. LIVING discusses grocery weapons guidance for all ages with usage tips. THE STAMP COLLECTOR offers reading for enthusiasts. A SECOND LOOK profiles Cotumunist Rem Burnside and Furnace piece. OTHER VIEWS features Newsman's Choice and Kipling Iran piece.
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Iran frees some women and black hostages at U S Embassy Tehran
Ayatollah Khomeini ordered the release of all women and black hostages deemed innocent of spying at the U S Embassy in Tehran. He said the act shows Islamic mercy while holding remaining professional spies until the shah is returned and all plundered assets restored. The announcement followed White House notes of cautious optimism and continued requests for broader release.
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Local C P workers vote to authorize strike by 4 to 1
Unionized C P Telephone employees voted Friday to authorize a strike by a four to one margin. Frederick, Maryland workers largely opposed the move, with about 35 members resigning or planning to resign from Local 2100 CWA. The strike could affect 32,000 workers across Maryland and nearby states as disputes over new lower paying job classifications and related salaries persist.
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Carter backer predicts Carter win after convention dogfight
Frederick City Mayor Ronald N Young told about 80 at the NCO Club that President Carter will secure the Democratic nomination following a convention dogfight. He cited Kennedy leads but past haunts him, Brown as a phony, and Reagan's doubtful path amid many GOP contenders.
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County to consider jail rehab center plan in Frederick
Frederick County officials explore converting the West South Street jail into a 2 bed Community Adult Rehabilitation Center for non dangerous inmates with sentences under 18 months or up to six months remaining. The state could select site and inmates, or the county would control, with housing costs around 220 per day.
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Christmas Santa Arrival At Frederick Towne Mall
Christmas season bustle surrounds Santa’s arrival at Frederick Towne Mall with fairy tale characters. He is set for appearances at other downtown locations next week, including a 10 PM show at the Weinberg Center and a Saturday film with Ed Lehmer starring.
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Unclear Weather Update With Mixed Conditions
A garbled weather synopsis references sunny and muddy roads, mixed precipitation, winds from the west, and variable rain. It mentions Mary Tow GMs Migks Sutley and others in a fragmentary forecast with no clear location or time, limiting specifics.
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