HRC resolution urges correcting school racial balance
Frederick County Board of Education is urged to act to correct racial imbalance in its schools after a federal court order. The Human Relations Council approved a resolution after a lengthy meeting in Winchester Hall, drafting motions and wording to urge the BOE to comply with Judge Pratt's order in Adams vs Weinberger.
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New Midway Parents Rally to Save Local Elementary School
New Midway residents oppose rumors of closing their elementary school and bussing students to Woodsboro. Superintendent Dr. John L. Carnochan Jr. says no decision will be made for at least three years, with renovations to Walkersville High planned before any closure.
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Foreigners Rescue Amid Beirut Hotel Firefight
Be irut security forces evac uated a dozen foreigners from two tourist hotels as Christian and Moslem gunmen battled nearby. Civil war toll rose to at least 91 killed and 115 wounded in the prior 24 hours amid heavy fighting.
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Mandel veto probe widens over Maryland race track ties
Former Maryland Senate President William S. James testifies as part of a federal grand jury inquiry into political corruption surrounding Gov. Marvin Mandel. The probe centers on race track legislation that shifted dates to Marlboro with interests held by Mandel allies Hess and Rodgers.
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Two Men Charged With Assault and Robbery at Bus Terminal
Pellam M. Davis aged 48 of Seattle and John Potts of the Union Rescue Mission were jailed by city police on robbery and assault charges after beating Elmon K. Edmonds at the Greyhound Bus Terminal on West All Saints Street around 9 40 a m. Police say Edmonds was kicked and punched and about $24 in cash was taken.
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Franco rallies as power transfer to Juan Carlos nears
In Madrid Generalissimo Francisco Franco shows periods of lucidity amid grave health declared by doctors. Government leaders plan an orderly transfer of powers to Prince Juan Carlos de Borbon as vigil continues outside the Pardo Palace.
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County Votes to Withhold Snow Removal on Unaccepted Roads
Frederick County commissioners approve a plan to exclude snow removal on roads not yet accepted into the county system. Engineer William Fout says about 20 miles are affected, with Molesworth Estates making up roughly ten percent. Five commissioners vote. two oppose, citing emergency service concerns.
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Study Finds 23 Million U.S. Adults Functionally Illiterate
A four year study by the University of Texas at Austin for the U S Office of Education reports 23 million adults unable to read ads or grasp basic economics. The survey ranks 18 to 65 year olds by nine skills showing 19.7 percent low 33.9 percent medium and 46.3 percent high proficiency.
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Frederick County birth rate debate prompts OB GYN shortfall worry
Frederick County residents petition for more obstetricians and gynecologists as birth numbers fail to rise with population. Dr Richard G Holt notes births declined in recent years at Frederick Memorial while protests urge planners to address women health care demand.
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Bush Creek bridge could close for two months
Bush Creek bridge on Ijamsville Road may be closed about two months after a vehicle struck the cantilever railing. County Engineer William S. Fout expects repair cost figures to be presented soon, with work to restore two way traffic once funded from the Roads Department maintenance fund.
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SADAT urges PLO participation in talks
SADAT calls for PLO involvement in negotiations amid Middle East tensions. Spanish army alerts in Sahara and U S investments noted. Weather mixes sun and clouds with mild highs and cool nights. rain chances minimal. Einstein quote closes the snippet.
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