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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Oct 23, 1979
Page
1
Ankara reports a potential setback in extending U S spy bases as Washington seeks 2.5 billion in military aid. Turkish official warns bases could be used only after a formal agreement. four installations monitoring Soviet activity had their 12 month permit extended for three months but negotiations resume November 5.
Morgan Guaranty Trust Co raised its prime rate to a record 15 percent effective immediately, becoming the first major bank to do so as big banks had raised rates for top borrowers by a full percentage point two weeks earlier. The move follows factors including funds costs and loan demand.
New York AP reports Exxon Corp the nation’s largest oil company said its profits jumped 118 percent in the July September quarter. President Carter accused oil firms of seeking still higher profits while White House aides called Exxon’s earnings enormous and tied to windfall gains.
The page highlights local arrivals in the Frederik area with notes from Cobemeist Erhel Laed and coverage of unrelated arts and civic topics. It includes brief mentions of a veterinary taskforce progress, a Pope visit recount, and assorted business and health notes.
City officials will not formally recognize the Frederick City Police Officers’ Association as the sole bargaining agent. The mayor and all but one alderman prefer quarterly meetings and refuse exclusive bargaining status, with department head Major Richard Ashton and the Police Commission named as alternative channels for grievances.
Frederick County Commissioners rejected a proposal to expand the sheriff's department to 40 patrolmen over four years despite petitions from Burkittsville residents and Walkersville officials. Sheriff Barnes and Under sheriff Fairman defended sector patroling and team policing, noting nine patrol officers currently serve. The motion to adopt the concept failed for lack of a second, leaving morale concerns and calls for timetable scrutiny unresolved.
Westminster City officials may declare a moratorium on residential and industrial growth for up to a year after tests show a primary future water source is polluted. Development approved by city and county officials and expected growth near Westminster will be affected by the water shortage. Westminster experienced a 25 percent decline in available water.
Frederck County Democrats meet Wednesday to hear Len Rosalie Abrams and Lesley Israel explain the new Delegate Selection Plan. The meeting at Winchester Hall begins at 7 pm with all Democrats and elected officials urged to attend.
In Frederick County pumpkin dealers report dwindling supplies as rain and cold weather curb harvests. Prior Orchards and Holloway report near or complete shortages while growers like Nat Pumphrey describe a down year with only partial yields. Farmers warn of potential reductions next season if conditions persist.
James F. Black won Thurmont’s mayoralty with 238 votes to C. Ray Weddie’s 232. New commissioners Earl Mayne and Dave Walter secured 255 and 252 votes, defeating incumbent Delmar Trout and Hildegard German. Mayne and Walter succeed Trout and James R. Brown, with Terrance R. Best and Harry C. Miller remaining on the board. Black plans a town meeting on a proposed wastewater treatment plant.
Fragmented report lists variable conditions with afternoon showers unlikely and cooler highs near mid 40s to mid 60s. Mentions clouds, tones, and a Wednesday event or forecast with unclear local details and names. The text is garbled but suggests a traditional daily weather card with temperatures and precipitation chances.
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