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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Oct 12, 1978
Page
1
Byron, a veteran marathon runner and long serving Congress candidate seeking a fifth term, collapsed on the towpath about eight miles from Boston. Funeral arrangements are pending as authorities investigate the sudden death.
President Lawrence A. ordered county buildings to fly flags at half staff for Congressman Goodloe E. Byron after he collapsed during jogging. Byron died of a heart attack likely due to arterial hardening at Frederick County Hospital after an ambulance transfer delay. He had served since 1962 and represented a district once held by his parents. Beverly Byron’s widow is reported to be holding up.
Shock and dismay sweep Western Maryland after the sudden death of U.S. Representative Goodloe Byron. Local leaders from both parties mourn a dedicated public servant who built ties across the region and served constituents with notable commitment. Many Democrats at a meeting learned of his passing, describing him as a lifelong friend and steady force in politics.
American officials urge Egypt and Israel to reach a settlement promptly. They expect a pullback within three to nine months after treaty signing, with confidence that a normal relationship can be drawn, though exact terms remain unspecified.
Melvin Perkins, Republican candidate for Maryland's Sixth District, was freed from jail at 4 p.m. after an arrest for assault and battery. In a brief interview at the Armistead Hotel in Baltimore, he dismissed news of Congressman Byron's death, expressed readiness for a renewed campaign, and spoke of his past legal troubles and wish to legalize marijuana to curb crime. He predicted Byron’s death would aid his election chances and noted plans to assist Governor candidate J. Glenn Beall little, while avoiding frequent campaigning in Frederick County. He also revealed a desire to farm and a focus on bills to curb urban crime.
The debate over ambulance response boundaries continues as Frederick County officials spar over mutual aid and taxpayer funding. Terry Keefer of the ambulance association warns that life safety hinges on prompt local response while Young argues city residents pay for services beyond those elsewhere. The dispute centers on which jurisdiction should handle certain calls if response times lag.
In New York stocks opened mixed as traders weighed news of a potential rate increase from the nation's third largest bank. The Dow Jones Industrial Average, after surging to a milestone above 100 points, slipped about 1820 points in early trading, retreating from a recent high.
Democratic leaders in Maryland consider selecting a successor to Rep. Goodloe Byron at tonight’s State Central Committee meeting in Annapolis. Local officials express mixed views, with some fearing the decision is too swift while others expect a resolution on the replacement procedure. The process hinges on party rules and state law.
Beverly Byron, widow of the late Rep Goodloe E Byron, announced this morning she wants to succeed him in Congress. Spokesman Robert H Atkinson said she definitely aims to carry on what Goodloe stood for and has quickly gained endorsements from Sen Roy Staten and Sen Victor Cushwa.
President Carter urges Congress to limit next year tax reductions as Republicans press to embed broader cuts. He meets with Sen. Russell B. Long and Rep. Al Ullman to shape conference language. Republicans seek a Senate plan to reduce taxes further if federal spending growth is constrained, amid election pressure and inflation concerns.
Inside The News notes mourning for the pope ends as frustration mounts in Paisley. The page also mentions an repair plan by the house and a weather forecast: mild and partly cloudy through Friday with a chance of showers late Friday. Lows tonight in the 50s highs Friday around 70 with 0 percent rain tonight and 40 percent Friday. Southerly winds 5 to 15 mph. A Bacon quote closes the piece.
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