Bicentennial leadership debated for Frederick County plan
The Frederick County Bicentennial committee weighs hiring a paid director vs volunteer leadership to coordinate the 1776 birth anniversary observance in 1976. Bill Parkins favors a paid professional. Mrs. Paul Gordon backs volunteer leadership, with emphasis on qualified, full-time commitment and early recruiting. The article highlights Parkins’ limited time due to other jobs and stresses tourism as a key economic aim.
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Frederick County
Bill Parkins
Paul Gordon
Parkins
Frederick Towne
Shopco
Hagerstown
Frederick
Rederick County
Welfare funds diverted to strikes and a space recovery story
The piece notes rising welfare reliance during 15 years of policy, citing a Wharton study and Reader's Digest critique urging reform to keep aid aligned with need, not strike support. It then describes NASA style rescue of fire damaged records at the Military Personnel Records Center via a space chamber process, aiding veterans and families in establishing benefits.
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United States
Reader’s Digest
George Denison
Military Personnel Records Center
St. Louis
Creme Ouglas Corp
Potomac Synod Backs Prohibition and War Era Bets
Fifty years ago October 2 1973 reports the Potomac Synod of the Reformed church pressing for strict enforcement of Prohibition era amendments amid WWI era talk. Judge Worthington cites uncertainty on schedule for a ceremony while William of Baltimore area directors approve 122200 dollars for next year to expand Chesapeake and Potomac Telephone facilities.
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Reformed Church
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Letters To The Editor SPECIAL TRAILS URGED FOR MOTORING SPORTS
The Titers Archery Club urges tighter management of Frederick City Watershed to protect trails and wildlife from off road vehicles. Two forest fires and repeated damage threaten fire lines, streams and ecology. They propose special motor trails and a permit system to limit vehicle numbers. Tuscarora Archers Robert Cox, Director.
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