Maryland pay raise scandal sparks public fury and calls for repeal
The Maryland General Assembly approved an 11 000 annual salary for all members plus sizable expense funds, triggering taxpayer backlash as critics condemn the stealthy process. The piece notes potential legal action to reclaim state property and urges a repeal. It contrasts with prior modest pay expectations and highlights political cowardice and fiscal risk to citizens.
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House of Delegates
State Senate
State House
Annapolis
General Assembly
Mandel
Senate
al Smith
Thomas Hunter Lowe
Lowe
Francis B. Burch
Frederick
Statewide control proposal pits counties against Maryland assessors
A Maryland contentious bill would shift property assessment control from counties to the State Department of Assessments. The move faces opposition from county officials who warn of a costly, cumbersome state bureaucracy, while backers argue uniformity and modern computer funding. Governor Mandel signals support, suggesting state takeover may reduce political influence and errors in assessing property values.
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Maryland
State Department of Assessments
Joe
Garreue County
Baltimore City
Frederick
Caboodle Andeast Ca
Maryland Association of Counties
Joseph J. Murnane
Association
Murnane
William H. Rilen
Riley
Albert W Ward
Baltimore
Mandel
Pauline
Joe Tanpaver
Optimism Grows on Heroin Use Among Returning GIs
A DoD briefing notes slight heroin positives among Vietnam veterans in tests, with many not remaining users after thorough checks. Analysts cite lower stress and reduced availability as key factors, while Congress weighs extending treatment time up to 380 days to aid recovery.
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Nia
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Ds Addreys
Department of Defense Phasichin
Yhus
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Frederick notes seek better service and hotel project
A conference at the Chamber of Commerce led by A B Hulse discussed improved service delays in Frederick and plans for a new modern hotel with swift action promised. A temporary campaign HQ opened in Chamber rooms as local business backing moves forward. Edgar H McBride elected Republican County Central Committee chairman at YMCA meeting. Dr Arthur Stanton Adams will speak at Hood College convocation on September 17 1951. A drive up mail box begins service at Patrick and Carroll Streets. The September grand jury session is expected to end soon with magistrate appeals dominating future criminal business.
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Frederick
Chamber of Commerce
A. B. Hulse
Federal Post Office
Washington
Republican County Central Committee
YMCA
Edgar H. McBride
W. Harry Haller
American Council of Education
Arthur Stanton Adams
Hood College
Adams
Brodbeck Hall
Patrick
Carroll Streets
Charles A. Price
Personal Ethics Examined: From Home to Market
A column argues ethics start at home and are tested in daily life amid mass society. It cites corporate deception and theft in mail, flights, and shopping carts, plus debate on private tape recording. The author remarks ethics as a rare talent that can be developed.
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William Anderson
Stereo Review
Anderson
Eden
Adam
Eve
Newspaper Enterprise Assn
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