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Enormous Growth of Autos in State Licensing Dept
Eleven years after its creation the Maryland motor vehicles department reports a revenue jump from 865.24 to 3 520 449.35 for the latest year. Col. Austin Baughman heads the agency. Governor Crothers predicted licensing revenue would reach 100 000. The state’s central traffic role spurred inter-state cooperation, with Maryland aiding Pennsylvania and joining a regional group of ten other states. In fiscal year ending Sept 30 1928 the department issued 217 405 original plates and 29 908 transfers, handled 167 465 registrations filed in person and 0 000 by mail, and completed 156 975 operating and examination permits.
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