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Newspaper
The Daily Mail
Location
Hagerstown, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1976
Page
2
The Daily Mail will report the news as fully as possible in its columns and express editorial opinions on its pages. Other opinions from columnists or people in the news appear elsewhere in the paper. The paper will publish all sides of important controversial issues.
The Supreme Court ruled teachers free to express views at public school board meetings even when not bargaining for union interests. Albert Holmquist, not seeking to bargain, read a petition opposing teacher payment for contract negotiations, prompting a 9 to 0 affirmation of First Amendment protections.
Maryland observers say the Mandel case stalled after reports of a juror bribe attempt. Critics question if a mistrial ends federal corruption prosecutions and wonder how jurors could be sheltered from news during the Baltimore proceedings.
The FTC cautions buyers about discount Citizens Band radios as channels rise from 23 to 40 next January. Most current 23 channel sets will become obsolete, though some 2 channel models can be converted for a fee. FTC notes upgrades and reserved emergency use on channel nine.
Washington column reports a bitter clash inside the Justice Department over how to run strike forces against organized crime. Thornburgh and Levi push tighter controls, while strike force chiefs and supporters fear weakening, with potential absorption into U.S. attorney offices under a Carter transition.
Former Gov John Connally urged a constitutional amendment to limit terms for president, senators and representatives, while exempting current lawmakers. The proposal, viewed as unlikely to pass, faces fierce political practicality and questions about whether term limits improve governance.
A youth letter discusses fears about computer systems taking over responsibility and simplifying complex decisions. It warns that rapid machine judgment may outpace human safeguards and urges caution until clearer goals guide mechanized decision making. The piece cautions against relying on computers beyond programmer expectations.
A reader reflects that Carter won the presidency through hard work in the campaign and now faces the duties of leading the United States. The writer expresses hope Carter fulfills his promises and aims for a successful term.
Reader argues the city should plan and sequence road work to avoid repeated paving costs. They claim tearing up fresh blacktop to install facilities wastes taxpayer money and urge a cost efficient, first completing needed work before resurfacing.
Excerpts reveal frustration with power loss at the White House and self-disgust over defeat. Dave Coens reportedly takes unpaid leave amid basketball disenchantment. A House investigation hint raises concerns about gifts from a Korean businessman.
Jottings note Ronald Criss of the Board of Education predicts continued Head Start funding for the county next year. A 32 minute delay occurred at Downsville Pike crossing. Commissioner Rome Schwagel proposes solutions. Local drugstore owner Robert H. Chatkin was honored for filling one million prescriptions twenty years ago.
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