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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1973
Page
1
Local dairies raise bulk milk costs as wholesale prices jump and supply tightens. Milk production is down about 20 000 gallons daily year over year, cutting total supply by roughly 7 percent. consumers may see a two cent rise per quart, with some stores only increasing one cent.
The Frederick County Chamber of Commerce urged that the county board remain a five member body chaired by Sidney Bloom. The committee met last month with James Bryan and vice president Richard D. Hammond said committees should reflect broader citizen representation.
James F. Black was nominated for mayor at Thurmont's annual primary. Four men vied for two expiring town commissioner terms, including incumbents Roy Clabaugh and Vernon Myers. Election set for October 29 with 913 registered voters, 2,600 town population. Victor Jagow presided. Mayor Black highlighted capital improvements and praised the Thurmont Area Civic Association.
Only one resident attended a Middletown Fire Hall session on the six year county capital improvements plan covering 1974 to 1979. County staff explained five upgrade categories schools buildings parks roads bridges and solid waste financed mainly by tax revenue and federal share. A second public hearing before the county planning commission is set for mid October.
Slippery roads and fog caused numerous minor crashes this morning with four people treated at Frederick Memorial Hospital. Rain totals ranged to .71 inch by 6 am and another half inch by noon, with showers giving way to drizzle as fog lifted. Weather notes predict mild, moist air through midweek and fair conditions with highs near 71 and lows near 48 by Thursday through Saturday.
Fire calls reported in the past 24 hours ending at 10 am at East Patrick Street. One call at 1:47 a.m. street sweeper incident. Ambulance calls total four emergency and three routine. Jail population records: 16 males, 1 female, no juveniles. County notes show none. Independents and Uniteds referenced.
Washington AP The White House plans to announce President Nixon has ordered mandatory allocation of home heating fuel and other distillates to ensure winter supply. Energy adviser John Love outlined a system to prioritize essential customers such as farmers hospitals and schools amid doubts over voluntary industry compliance.
Federal prosecutors probing Vice President Spiro Agnew face looming statutes of limitations as key bribery extortion and conspiracy charges may expire by Oct. 22. The Baltimore grand jury investigates contracts from 1968 while tax offenses carry a six year limit, prompting rapid presentation of evidence before possible deadlines.
A majority faculty administration hearing panel recommended continuing contract for Frederick Community College biology professor Dr Ant Abeles after a hearing on charges she repudiated FCC goals by missing a workshop and failing to wear regalia at commencement. The college president will decide the outcome with potential for reinstatement or dismissal and possible appeal. a related PCC hearing is set for Oct 15 for Cheryl Potter after her involvement in a campus protest.
The Senate backed a 21 billion weapons authorization and a 156,100 man reduction in military personnel with a plan to cut overseas bases. A 91 to 7 vote advanced the measure to conference with the House, while a 51 to 47 reversal halted an extra 268.7 billion spending ceiling cut tied to inflation.
New York stocks edged up as lower interest rates and easing commodity inflation buoyed sentiment. The Dow Jones average rose to 940.13 in early trading, with prices showing a thin but steady gain.
A capacity crowd at Beth Shelem synagogue heard Frederick mayoral candidates Young and Rice outline plans for revitalizing downtown, tax relief, housing, and infrastructure. They discussed revenue sharing, planned parks, historic preservation, and public transportation while debating funding and open government.
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