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Newspaper
The Daily Mail
Location
Hagerstown, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1976
Page
2
The Daily Moll publishes news columns with full impartiality and reposts the Tews. It keeps Daily Mail opinions confined to clearly labeled editorials. Other opinions from columnists and individuals in the news appear in separate sections. The paper commits to presenting all sides of major controversies.
Local merchants report strong Christmas sales with busy crowds on Potomac and Washington Streets and liberal parking. City officials eye a 1977 agenda including a sanitary sewer expansion, police building move to Western Maryland Railway, Virginia Avenue overpass planning, safer road intersections, and a county home rule vote.
An old saying about success having many fathers frames disputes over the 1980 election. The National Education Association credits teacher power for Carter’s victory, while unions celebrate labor influence. Analysts note Carter carried the South amid strong black support, with Southern whites closer. A gay magazine claims the gay vote helped Carter, signaling evolving political influence debates.
By Don Oakley, the piece argues Kissinger shaped a long range structure linking the United States and the Soviet Union, with Middle East diplomacy listed as a high point, while criticizing the neglect of small, real-world details and warning against overemphasis on strategic goals. The text cites Viet Nam and Angola as cautionary notes and reflects on Dulles as a precedent for overlooking the human consequences.
Ford secret tests show relocating fuel tanks behind the axle could reduce fiery crashes and save lives. Documented trials on Rover and Mustang suggest safer placements with minimal cost, while Ford Europe already relocated tanks in the Fiesta. Public and federal standards cited, but specifics on changes not disclosed.
Barbs center on high costs in crafting a méstekale in Moray with focus on time spent locating responsible party. The discussion notes financial strain and practical hurdles affecting production pace.
A United Nations General Assembly vote endorses armed struggle for Namibia's independence from South African rule, with 1074 votes to 6 against and 12 abstentions. The piece critiques U.N. stance, SWAPO leadership, and Windhoek negotiations, arguing the move risks instability and war while misreading local wishes and self-determination.
Readers are invited to express views in the Voice of the People column with letters up to 250 words. The Daily Mail reserves the right to edit and condense letters. All letters must be signed and include the writer’s address, with preference for those permitting publication of their name.
The author thanks Don Frost for resigning as liaison officer and recalls his role in securing thousands of dollars for Washington County including Hagerstown. The note credits his foresight with influencing the Tri County Council’s regional approach and cites Appalachian funds and water treatment as outcomes benefiting Washington Allegany and Garrett Counties.
The Winter Street School Parent Advisory Committee thanks all who contributed to a Christmas Gift Buying Day on December 22 to let children experience giving. Special mention to Principal Mrs Varro and teachers for their patience and support. Names listed include Mary Hauger Evelyn Hose Eva McManus Penay Grosh Kathy Smith Shirley Clopper Irene Reilly and Linda Green.
Sal Maglis, former New York Giants pitcher, weighs in on the modern era of player pay. He notes players deserve what they can earn and calls baseball a business. He recalls owners misleading players in the past and laments instability for those like himself who faced unemployment in upstate New York.
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