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Newspaper
The Daily Mail
Location
Hagerstown, Maryland, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1976
Page
2
The newspaper states it will present impartial news in its columns and reserve opinion for plainly labeled editorials. Other voices from columnists or those in the news may appear in separate sections, with controversial topics highlighted for public debate.
The Washington County Planning Commission invites public comment on issue papers covering agricultural preservation drainage road building and sewer priorities shaping long term county growth. Public meetings run through late May and early June with copies of papers available in the county office building on West Washington Street.
The piece argues that Congress bears responsibility for lax tax enforcement, bloated government, and regulatory overreach, not the President. It asserts voters want less red tape, fewer rules, quicker action, and lower taxes, stressing importance of electing effective Congress members.
Readers react to weight loss gimmicks and costly programs while officials accuse scams of exploiting dieters. The column argues against elaborate schemes and calls for practical, honest approaches to health.
The Jack Anderson column reports Strom Thurmond used his influence to derail Lt. Col. Wilfred Ebel’s Army promotion via a razor blade edit, with Ford’s signature on a shuffled list. Investigations by Defense and Justice allegedly halted.
The Maryland primary shows labels fail to predict voters choices as Brown and Carter benefited from strong images while Tydings faced skepticism. Voters rewarded direct, plain speaking and perceived authenticity over party labels, with image and trust cited as keys to success for Brown and Sarbanes.
The Daily Press invites readers to submit letters to the Voice Of The People column. Writers should keep contributions concise and within editorial guidelines. Submissions may be edited for clarity and length.
The Washington County Health Department Addiction Unit provides drug and alcohol education, counseling, crisis intervention, urine surveillance and home visits. It notes confidential services with state backed treatment referrals and weekly Alcohol Information Clinics at listed churches and locations in Williamsport, Hagerstown and Smithsburg.
Letter writer argues Antietam Sewer and Water Facilities takeover favors Funkstown’s annexation by Hagerstown. Claims past mayor enabled county and city to skip costs, fears tax money loss and higher bills if Funkstown joins an area government led by Hagerstown. criticizes local leaders and demands end to bickering.
A reader notes the near completion of the Hagerstown Trust remodeling at 2 Threadneedle Street. The brickwork yields a stalwart, monasterylike façade that adds dignity to the street. The observer warns the city’s “Old Lady” on Washington Street would tell two banking houses the American Flag should never be dipped.
A central boulevard segment note recalls a 10 year ago bid scene risking 3150,000 in federal funds. Mentions include Karen NeChange a South High senior receiving aid from University of Maryland and Thomas Ley of Hagerstown named ranger historian at Antietam. Nobert Voris and Felon Zentmyer headlined Hagerstown High graduation.
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