The MacDougall legend gains legacy in journalism
A Frederick editor reflects on Curtis D. MacDougall, famed journalism professor at Northwestern Medill, whose texts shaped generations. The piece notes his influence on students, a late autographed tie to Dr. and Mrs. Ash, and his death on Sunday November 10, highlighting the enduring standard of accuracy and courage he championed.
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Howard Ash
Ruth Ash
Curtis D. MacDougall
Frederick
News-Post
George B. Delaplaine Jr
MacDougall
Ash
Professor MacDougall
News-Voice
Northwestern University
Medill School of Journalism
Medill
Dr. MacDougall
Preservation Task Forces Lead Frederick County History Effort
Ray Compton, longtime chair of the Frederick County Maryland Historical Trust committee, calls all members to join task forces for a May Preservation Week project, public education, easement review, grant files, funding, and pia Register listings. Compton heads the Historical Preservation Committee of the Historical Society of Frederick County, which studies and evaluates sites of local significance. 55 properties are listed with several applications pending. Nick Wood, newsletter editor, says Compton brought the idea to life and has championed it during his years on the society’s board.
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Ray Compton
Frederick County
Maryland Historical Trust
Pia Register
Compton
Historical Society of
Historical Society
Ray
Nick Wood
Cambridge Knights praised for sportsmanship after game
Paul C. Tyler of Cambridge Maryland commends Cambridge-South Dorchester High School Knights for their exemplary sportsmanship in a football game against the Vikings. He attended most games in a decade, lauding players coaches and even visiting fans for congenial conduct reflecting the community. He wishes for more matchups in future sporting events.
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Paul C. Tyler
Cambridge
Michael Riley
Cambridge-South Dorchester
Vikings
Knights
Middletown
Family doctor wins national award in teaching family practice
Dr John A Shutta MD received the national Teacher Development Award from the American Academy of Family Physicians. He was one of 12 physicians chosen from 105 applicants and the sole Maryland recipient, to be presented at the Maryland Academy of Family Physicians meeting in May 1986. Dr Shutta's career includes a 1985 residency at University of Maryland Family Practice and roles as faculty and practicing clinician in Walkersville with interests in sports medicine allergy and asthma preventive medicine health education and nutrition.
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American Academy of Family Physicians
Dr. Shutta
Maryland
Maryland Academy of Family Physicians
Parke-Davis Pharmaceutical
Pamnanv
Shutta
University of Maryland
University of Maryland School of Medicine
Georgetown University
University of Maryland Department of Family Medicine
Walkersville
Buyers Up cooperative faces license charges in home improvement inquiry
The Home Improvement Commission found that Buyers Up and three associated firms lack required licenses. An investigation began as the cooperative recently offered cut rate oil heat plans. It reportedly arranged discount deliveries through T.C. Burkhardt Fuel Oil, Brock Fuel Oil, and Tri Continental Industries Inc. Contractors must post bond, provide a credit report, and pay a licensing fee to obtain a license.
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Home Improvement Commission
Nader Cooperative
T.C. Burkhardt Fuel Oil Company
Brock Fuel Oil
Tri- Continental Industries Inc
Bill Renner recalls 1910 Halley's Comet sighting
William G Renner Jr of Catoctin Furnace recalls watching Halley's Comet in 1910 from Thurmont and notes the era’s fear about the sky object. He sent a drawing, recalls red fiery arcs, and mentions “comet pills” sold to the poor. He plans to share this tale with relatives during 1985 showings and notes local astronomy sessions and guides.
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William G. Renner Jr
Catoctin Furnace
Bill” Renner
Thurmont
Mr. Renner
Earth
William G Renner
Lewistown
Bill
Catoctin Furnace Road
Renner
Hailey
Arouna
Bill Renner
Hood College
Dan Lufkin
Seatbelt lessons from a pair of wrecks and a coma
Essay recounts Timna Royer and friend Karen surviving serious car crashes. Karen’s head injury and long hospital stay underscored seatbelt importance. Timna’s own Aug accident showed belts save limbs and lives. The piece urges readers to buckle up at all times.
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Karen
Timna Royer
Black Bass season ends amid record catch and releases
The Black Bass season capped a 20 year high for anglers. Frank Beatz announced 764 legal sized bass released into the Monocacy River by Edward Beatz of Frederick.
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Frank Beatz
State Game Commission
Hagerstown
Monocacy River
Edward Beatz
Frederick
Public hearing on uniform water rates raises questions
Letter writer from Fountaindale disputes annual cost figures for water and sewer services and asks for a more accurate quote for varied household sizes. He questions equity between south vs north Frederick City areas and east vs west fee divisions, criticizing commissioners Bollinger and Stup. He thanks other commissioners for justice. Robert F. Cavanaugh.
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Fountaindale
Sterling Bollinger
Anita Stup
Frederick City
Hazards of drugs alcohol and tobacco in youth education
A reader urges the Frederick County Board of Education to include tobacco in the new all grades drug and alcohol hazards course. The letter argues adults influence youth through media, behavior, and ads, and stresses collective responsibility to model proper conduct for youths. Adamstown reader Austin P Renn.
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Frederick County
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U.S. Naval Observatory
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Hood
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Herman E. Brown
Harrisburg
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Barbara Kent
Libertytown Girls
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Marie McCallum
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Ellen Hershberger
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Fred E. Fulenwider
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