New York City Teachers Strike Shuts Down Schools
The United Federation of Teachers began a citywide walkout affecting about 1.1 million pupils as 65 000 teachers walk out. Early closures hit roughly 150 of 950 schools while contract talks stall amid fiscal crisis and potential court action.
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Hearings Set On State Road Rail And Air Plans
Frederick residents can speak at a public hearing on September 18 at 7 30 p m in Courtroom No 1 Washington County Circuit Court Hagerstown to discuss the Draft Maryland Preliminary Transportation Plan the Draft State Rail Plan and the Draft Maryland Aviation Plan for the next 20 years The meeting aims to gather views from Western Maryland counties Allegany Garrett Washington and Frederick on rail passenger and freight lines and to note plans excluded from the U S Railway Association Final System Plan under the 1973 Regional Rail Reorganization Act.
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Sagner denial of plant closing in Frederick County
The company president rejected reports that Sagner's Inc would move to Puerto Rico and close its Frederick County clothing factory risking 400 jobs by November. J Alfred Cutsail of the county development office claimed the closing during an economic summit. Arnold Sagner dismissed the claim as incredulous and unverified.
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COG vote favors rent controls in Maryland county
The Frederick County Council of Government backed state rent control legislation after NAACP leaders Lord Nickens and Leaven Gordon detailed substandard housing. They cited a case of a woman and others paying high rents on fixed incomes, urging emergency funds and rent caps to protect vulnerable families as conditions worsen. The council urged state lawmakers to act since local governments lack charter power.
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Fair ticket sales brisk for 113th Great Frederick Fair
One week before opening day at East Patrick Street fairgrounds the 113th Great Frederick Fair sees brisk ticket sales. A Board of Managers spokesman notes strong demand as local companies purchase tickets for employees to enjoy the event. The secretary's building operates 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. for exhibitors to pick up catalogs and reserve seats for night shows featuring Tammy.
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Burket clarifies stand on Key hotel sale
Alderman C Elizabeth Burket says she did not deeply resent the Francis Scott Key Hotel sale to Homewood Retirement Centers. She pledges cooperation with the new owners to find a compatible solution benefiting all. She had previously called the sale a terrible downtown blow.
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Democrats see Ford winning oil battle
Washington AP Democrats concede defeat to Ford in a clash over oil price controls. A Ford veto would lift prices and curb Middle East dependence, while opponents warn of inflation and jobless effects. House likely to override if Senate fails. Muskie says override is a duty.
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Maine
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Mayor and health chief clash over housing agency idea
Deputy State Health Officer Dr Charles G Spicknall urged creating a separate city county housing agency with staff to fix substandard houses. Mayor Ronald N Young opposed, preferring cooperation with existing bodies and wary of added bureaucracy. Spicknall cited Hygiene of Housing guidelines from 1969 70. Young said he is sick of bureaucracy and seeks other solutions.
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Grand Jury Deliberations Expected to End Today
The Frederick County Grand Jury is to finish deliberations and present its report to the Circuit Court today. The inquest considered a small number of criminal presentments by State's Attorney Robert Rothenhoefer. The jury is also expected to tour the Frederick County Jail and Montevue Home facilities.
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State saves New York city from financial disaster
The news brief notes State action preventing a municipal emergency in New York City tied to looming financial distress. Officials credit swift state intervention for stabilizing budgets and protecting public services amid fiscal strain.
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