Mubarak declares one year state of emergency after Sadat death
Vice President Mubarak, a military figure and Sadat heir, takes control after Sadat is mortally wounded during a parade attack. He promises to honor all treaties and commitments, signaling continuity with the Camp David peace process and U.S. alliance. Parliament names him acting president with a presidential vote to follow within 60 days. Cairo streets evacuate as security tightens and a state funeral is planned.
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County views Valley of Death with $5 million road bond issue
Frederick County proposes a $5 million transportation bond to fund road projects and a widening program. Bonding would avoid large tax hikes, with plans to split issues across fall and spring amid volatile markets. Interest is forecast near 12 percent and repayment over 15 years.
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Reagan Says AWACS Sale Urgent After Sadat Assassination
The Reagan administration argues Sadat's murder makes selling five AWACS planes and F-15 upgrades to Saudi Arabia more urgent, despite House Foreign Affairs Committee's likely veto. Reagan switched one Senate vote and urged all 53 Republicans to the White House to press the package. IRA hunger strike easing in Northern Ireland prompts cautious Sinn Fein response and continued doubts.
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Begin to attend Sadat funeral after assassination shock
Israel's prime minister Menachem Begin will attend President Anwar Sadat's funeral following a cabinet meeting. Arieh Naor said Begin sent condolences to Sadat's widow Mubarak and Acting President Sufi Abu Taleb. The crisis sparked fear of peace unraveling with Egypt as Israel faces heightened alert and reassessment of Egypt's direction.
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Sheer Indulgence historic home in Johnsville
News-Post columnist Sandra Seymour concludes a two part series on Sheer Indulgence an historic home in Johnsville. Robert Reid says DOE cuts will end actions to prosecute big oil firms for overcharging. Anthony Hartigan surveys European nuclear disarmament moves. Dick Kleiner answers show business questions. Anne Keiley reviews school lunch program guidelines and brown bag policies. John Cunaitf warns management changes needed to fix world housing issues.
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Weather forecast for Western Maryland and Shenandoah region
Yesterday's showers cleared to mostly sunny, with light winds. Thursday and Friday expect highs in the 60s across Western Maryland and the Maryland mountains. temperatures rise into the upper 60s to 70s. Coastal Gloucester and Gaithersburg report mid 70s to mid 50s with cool nights.
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Area man's son wounded in Egypt
Edward Ryan of near Blue Ridge Summit Pa says his son Captain Christopher Ryan 34 an aide to General William Smith was injured in Cairo during the Anwar Sadat assassination aftermath. Ryan notes his son based in Stuttgart West Germany with wife and two children. Also injured were Maj Jerald Agenbroad 36 of Bruneau Idaho and Lt Col Charles Loney 42.
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Snyder to Seek Sheriff Post in Woodsboro Race
Woodsboro resident Robert C Snyder announced his Republican bid for sheriff, citing prior service with the Warstend State Police and a goal to return to law enforcement. He promised to enforce regulations and improve community safety, naming his campaign team and priorities.
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Fuel rate hike granted for Potomac Edison in Maryland
The Public Service Commission approved Potomac Edison's request to raise the Maryland fuel rate from 1.480 to 1.601 cents per kilowatt hour, an 8.18 percent increase. The new rate is valid for 30 days, with the commission noting the filing dates and ongoing case 7241D.
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Shock wave felt locally after Sadat death
The assassination of Egyptian President Anwar Sadat sent a global shock wave with strong reactions in Frederick. Senator Paul D. Sarbanes mourned Sadat as a gifted leader who advanced Middle East peace and urged others to carry his work forward.
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City to add meter maids to crack down on parking violations
Frederick residents react as the city announces hiring of eight part time crossing guards as parking control officers. They will enforce rules and patrol metered areas starting Thursday, with duties at school crossings and after work hours. Local officials note this step increases enforcement and consistency across neighborhoods.
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