30 Nov 1991
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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Nov 30, 1991
Page
1
Shoppers crowded Cumberland Mall as the Christmas buying season began with early openings and door prizes. Mary Cole of Austell filled two bags within the first hour, noting bargains lure buyers though some resist overspending. Stores touted specials as retailers like Kmart pushed promotions ahead of rivals.
Managers from Kmart Waxie Maxie's Gordon's Jewelers and Payless Shoes report busy crowds and long lines as Black Friday shoppers fill Frederick Towne Mall and Francis Scott Key Mall. Executives say sales exceed expectations with growth over last year, while some warn the biggest numbers come in the final weeks before Christmas.
Santa Claus mingles with children at Everedy Square and Shab Row on East Street on Friday night. He arrives in a horse drawn carriage, lights the Christmas tree in front of Tattersails, then sits to hear gift ideas from youngsters.
The CDC confirms 74 outbreaks in 21 states with Type A Beijing strain, hitting adults as well as children. Endemic in Alabama, Georgia, Minnesota, North Carolina, Ohio, Tennessee and Texas, schools report absentee rates up to 40 percent as vaccination efforts and vaccine supply shape response.
The eighth annual Maryland Christmas Show opened with mild weather and large crowds at the Frederick Fairgrounds. About 250 vendors filled six buildings and four tents, with 75 percent of exhibitors changing next weekend. Admission is 4.50 for adults and 2.50 for children 12 and under. Parking costs 1. Traffic built up as shoppers lined the street. The event features crafts, foods, and entertainment including a magic show and Santa Claus, drawing exhibitors from multiple states and local vendors from Frederick.
Congress funded 160 million for MARC rail as part of a 151 billion federal transportation bill, but Maryland must provide about 20 percent of costs. Frederick project faces state tax increase and state approval, with trains possibly reaching Frederick by 1995 if conditions are met. Legislators debate a 5 to 7 cent gas tax, tied to East Street extension and Middletown bypass plans, amid recession doubts.
Increasing cloudiness with lows around 58. Sunday looks cloudy and breezy with a 23 percent chance of showers by afternoon. Highs expected in the mid seventies.
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