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�� Front End Alignment �� Beltsville Library Hours Mon. - Wed.: 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Thurs.:10 a.m.-6 p.m. Friday: 1 p.m.-6 p.m. Saturday: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. CARPET! Come See Me at BLP for great prices! 10711 Baltimore Blvd. • Beltsville 301-937-6465 Page 2 • The BELTSVILLE NEWS • JULY 2005 We Wish You A Happy Summer! Remember Our Armed Forces �� Debit �� 25 Years Ago in the Beltsville News Congresswoman Gladys Noon Spellman visited the USDA’s Beltsville Agricultural Research Center (BARC) to observe the Youth Conservation Corps program. Dr. Paul A. Putnam, newly appointed Director of BARC, greeted Congresswoman Spellman with a gift of experimental thornless blackberries provided by Dr. M. Faust, Chief of the Fruit Laboratory. The second round of workshops open to the public on the proposed Intercounty Connector was scheduled to take place between August 12 and 26, 1980. GUNPOWDER GOLF continued from page 1 a controversial land swap in which Ryland-Artery would give their property to the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission in exchange for a portion of Fairland Regional Park. The developers’ original plan included 396 homes surrounding an 18-hole golf course. About two-thirds of the houses would have been built in Montgomery County, while the rest would lie in Prince George’s County. Despite the recent developments, Gunpowder owner Thomas Milligan remains “cautiously optimistic” since Ryland-Artery has not counted out future developments in the Fairland area. “I listen to what happens, but I have to reserve my comments,” Milligan said. “You have to look at all the Michael C. Helling of Beltsville was among 80 students aged 9-12 participating in a course entitled, “The Dynamics of Sound” at the Maryland Science Center in Baltimore. The course was a part of a program of the Maryland Center for the Gifted and Talented. Ensign Marvin Heinze, son of Dr. and Mrs. Peter Heinze of Cedar Lane, completed the Surface Warfare Officer’s Basic Course at Newport, R.I. The highlight of Boy Scout Troop 1033’s summer camp experience during the week of July 6-13, 1980 was winning the evidence, don’t you?” Milligan said he would improve Gunpowder Golf Course if the developers agree to work with him and the course’s management. “I’m very anxious to work with Artery-Ryland if they would like to work on improving the golf course,” he said. “Right now, basically the golf course is holding its own. We don’t charge enough money to have huge operating capital. We can’t build a million dollar clubhouse,” said Milligan, pointing out that Gunpowder has had a year-toyear lease with MNCPPC since 1978. “As it is, we can certainly maintain it and run it very efficiently for our customers.” As Gunpowder member Cathy McIntyre worked on her putting stroke on the course’s practice green, she said she was relieved when Ryland-Artery scrapped their plans. “I’m thrilled they’re Beltsville News PUBLISHED BY THE BELTSVILLE-VANSVILLE DISTRICT CITIZENS’ ASSOCIATION INC. News: 937-6796 Ted Ladd, 931-8150 (fax) tedladd02@aol.com, P.O. Box 1607 Beltsville, MD 20704-1607. Enclose self-addressed stamped envelope if photo is to be returned. Accepted material may be edited. Letters to the Editor on local topics are encouraged. Names may be withheld upon request. 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Wooldridge, Doris Wray. Circulation 14,000 copies published monthly; 10,000 mailed in the 20705 zip code (total saturation) and 4,000 pick up copies available at the Beltsville library, community center, selected stores, and churches. annual Camp Marriott water carnival. Team members included Steve Kepple, Tim Johnson, Greg Ladd, Mark Baliff, Nihar Mohanty, Paul Baliff, Tim Carter, Matt Butcher, Andy Allen, Walter Reed, Rod Clifton, Tom Allen, and Paul Wester. On Saturday, August 9, 1980 Denise Margaret Johnson, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Francis L. Johnson of Beltsville, became the wife of William Alvin Lusby, son of Mr. & Mrs. Alvin Lusby, Camp Spring, MD. Father Fournier performed the ceremony at St. Mathias Catholic Church in Lanham, MD. not going through with it,” said McIntyre, a member for six years. “You can play for a reasonable price here. Other places, they charge you twice as much or more.” Gunpowder Golf Course charges between $14 and $19 to play in the summer, while nearby upscale courses such as Cross Creek Country Club charge between $25 and $69 per round. Patuxent Greens Country Club, located within 10 miles of Gunpowder, charges up to $55 per 18 holes. McIntyre said the closure of Gunpowder would be devastating for the entire community, since so many friendships have been forged on the course’s fairways and greens. “It’s sort of a family here,” she said. “Everyone knows each other and have been friends for a long time. There are people here who probably couldn’t afford to play anywhere else.” I PAY CASH FOR OLD RECORDS Albums and 45s from 50s, 60s, 70s Highest Prices Paid Call Tom 1 (410) 750-3730 (Offering Driving Education Programs for Adults & Teens) MVA Licensed, Bonded, Insured 5020 Sunnyside Ave., #111 Beltsville, MD 20705 Rt. 1 & Sunnyside Ave. junction Phone: (301) 313-0070
Letters to the Editor ICC is Fine, But Don't Forget About Route One To the Editor: Governor Bob Ehrlich’s announcement this summer that he has chosen the southern route for the proposed InterCountyConnector road showed what a committed governor can do to move major projects ahead. There will be continued challenges in the courts and elsewhere and they may succeed. But the governor’s strong stand has made a huge difference. In the 2002 election, both gubernatorial candidates favored the ICC and it has moved forward. For those of us who live in Prince George’s, the next question should be: what will the gubernatorial candidates in 2006 do to address our traffic problems, particularly on Route One? It’s our main street and it’s overwhelmed already. As all of us who drive on Route One know, safety and congestion are both major problems. Will the gubernatorial candidates -- Ehrlich, County Executive Doug Duncan, and Mayor O’Malley -- commit to extending Metrorail to Beltsville, to expanding Connect A Ride bus service, to upgrading Route One, to building Kenilworth Avenue extended, and to other improvements? Will they make as strong a commitment to these needs as they have to the ICC? Several of these initiatives are expensive. And, unfortunately, the Transportation Trust Fund has been drained to cover deficits in the state’s regular budget. The Safety Tips From a Neighbor By Mary Ellen Ebersole result is that tough decisions will need to be made to fund out transportation needs. But we have a right to expect that the next governor will show as much concern for our needs as he does for those of people elsewhere in the state. The time to speak up is now -- before the 2006 elections. Jim Rosapepe Chair Route One Task Force Who is John W. Anna Jr.? It was a pleasure to speak with those of you who responded to my letter to the Editor in the June edition of the Beltsville News. For those of you who may have missed it, I suggested that we connect by means of a neighborto-neighbor contact system to warn one another of a potential impending safety issue. The goal is to share unusual incidents among ourselves, as a means of personal protection. This also includes forming an active channel of communication with our local police precinct’s community service lieutenants. In recent weeks a friend’s identity was stolen and money removed from her account without her knowledge or consent. In the next few lines I’ll share information received from The Maryland Community Crime Prevention Institute (MCCPI). Our daily activities usually include writing checks for payment of goods, using a credit card to do so many things, calling on our cell phone or applying for a credit card. “Identity theft is the fastest-growing crime in America...” Thieves steal our identity to do numerous things using our name and account numbers. The thief may establish loans and accounts, rent property or obtain employment. Thefts like these can be perpetuated for many years without the victim’s knowledge. How can I prevent personal “IDENTITY THEFT?” Be careful what paper work you discard. Shred old bills and old as well as new account numbers. Do not give any of this type of information to strangers on the phone or the Internet. The To the Editor: Last month’s Beltsville News (6/2005) reported that John Anna received a Citizenship Award from the Beltsville Lions Club. As a member of the Beltsville Lions Club, I am aware of the honor and the distinction that this award signifies. It is worthwhile to point out that the Beltsville Lions have not presented this award in quite a number of years. So, who is John Anna? How many of you who have benefited from his quiet involvement in our community know him? John is a former-Marine, a husband and a father. John is a businessman and the owner of Adirondack Tree Experts. John has been a political ally and an opponent to me. Through it all, he has been a good friend. John is one of those extraordinary businessmen who believe in giving back. He unselfishly supports numerous and wide-ranging causes to help better our community. He has provided funding to various schools and institutions to help our community today and into the future. Included in his generous support, John has provided instruments to our local school so all students will have the opportunity to develop and enjoy their musical talent. In addition, John has reached out to various organizations, such as Special Olympics Maryland, Prince George’s County, the Boys and Girls Club, High Point High School, Pallotti High School, Faith Baptist Christian School, First Baptist Church of Beltsville, Laurel Museum, Hyattsville “Babe Ruth” Baseball League, and the Beltsville Lions, to name a few. For the last nine years, John has been the main contributor to “National Night Out” here in Beltsville. Recently, he funded the creation of a park in honor of the late Mayor of Laurel, Frank Casula. All of this kindness is to make a difference in our community. On a personal level, I am aware that on numerous occasions John has helped families purchase groceries and clothing in times of need. Additionally, he has paid for the funeral and the burial for the father of an acquaintance who could not afford the expense. I am sure that John has done much more than I know. The one thing I do know, he has been a tremendous asset to our community. It is fitting that the Beltsville Lions Club chose John Anna to be the first person to receive this award in more than 7 years. I can think of no one more deserving of the prestigious award. John, thank you! Kevin Kennedy, Beltsville thieves may pose as government or bank reps in order to get you to give them what they need to steal from you. Relevant information such as our social security number, date of birth, address and phone number may enable someone to obtain a phony license or phony credit card . Be cautious about sharing anyone’s maiden name or specific passwords. Only carry personal identification and cards you actually must use while away from secure surroundings. Avoid sharing your social security number with anyone unless a “privacy notice accompanies the request.” It is not necessary to place phone numbers on checks. Protect the keypad on which you input security “PIN” numbers while using phone cards or ATMs. Keep a list of all your personal numbers along with a corresponding customer service number in a secure place. Be alert for replacement credit cards, which may be intercepted in the mail system by thieves. Internet sites, which require personal numbers, should be “encrypted on a secured site.” Your personal credit report may be obtained through “Equifax, Experian or TransUnion.” Fix mistakes in these reports in writing and suggest a return receipt in order to validate the correction. Check up on your credit report on a regular basis. To remove your name from “direct mailing lists,” write to Direct Marketing Association, Mail Preference Service, PO Box 9008, Farmingdale, NY 11735. Maryland Community Crime Prevention Institute, Sykesville, MD 21784 Mary Ellen Ebersole - 301.704.7090 or maryellene@starpower.net JULY 2005 • The BELTSVILLE NEWS • Page 3
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