Clinton fund-raiser in Baltimore canceled
The Democratic National Committee canceled a planned October 25 fundraiser in Baltimore at Inner Harbor hosted by Mayor Kurt Schmoke and other leaders. Projections suggested $300000 with 60 donors at about $5000 each, but donors already gave this year to Townsend and Gore, leaving pledges short of attendance. Officials planned a similar event next year.
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Maryland officials propose incentives to lure teachers
State leaders including Governor Glendening outline strategies to combat a looming teacher shortage. Proposals include higher salaries, low interest mortgages, year round pay, and scholarships. Maryland faces 11,000 new hires by 2001 with 2,500 graduates yearly.
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Madagascar fossils may be oldest known dinosaurs
In Madagascar scientists from four institutes found two calf sized jaw fossils in an ancient river bed dated near 227 million years ago. The bones are believed to belong to prosauropods, early plant eaters that predate later dinosaur groups. The find could push back the origin of dinosaurs and illuminate early evolution as meat and plant eating lines formed.
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County agency urges detox program need in Frederick
Frederick County faces a dire need for an alcohol detox facility. Officials told John D. Cohen, a cabinet adviser, that the lack of statewide treatment coordination hampers services. A task force will collect more data at a public meeting before reporting to Gov. Glendening for the 2000 session.
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Fire arson probe moves forward with interview notes
An interim review cites substantial questions in the Crocker case as Deputy Nee and fire marshal discuss the arson investigation. Charles Smithie previously represented Crocker while Robe, the county prosecutor, says the probe was turned over to Nee. A suspect, Kevehi Kettells, emerged after police found his vehicle in a ditch with candy, newspapers and a lighter. trial set for January.
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Maryland considers cutting or eliminating inheritance tax
The talk includes削 an eventual 5 percent rate cut for kin beneficiaries starting July 1 and possible broader repeal. Governor and lawmakers debate ending the tax for all heirs while noting Maryland's estate tax and federal rules may shift revenues, with neighboring states already repealing theirs.
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Indicted figures face fraud trial and pay dispute
Indicted former employees may not receive owed compensation as a felony fraud conviction can bring up to ten years in prison. Carlberg and newspaper co founder Judith Edens are named in a civil suit filed by former staff alleging unpaid wages.
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Gas prices rise amid OPEC cuts hit Southeast
Ms Wieman notes average prices at 1.42 with Southeast low at 1.21. She explains costs have climbed from 10 dollars per barrel last year to 22 this month as crude oil production cutbacks take effect. The report highlights ongoing price pressure from oil markets.
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