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William Donald Schaefer

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William Donald Schaefer

William Donald Schaefer is a Democratic politician who served in public office for 50 years at both the state and local level in Maryland. He was mayor of Baltimore from 1971 to 1987, the 58th governor of Maryland from 1987 to 1995, and the comptroller of Maryland from 1999 to 2007. Schaefer was defeated in his reelection bid for comptroller by Peter Franchot, a state delegate, in the Democratic primary on Sept. 12, 2006. During his tenure, Schaefer won praise for his "do-it-now" approach. He tended to details such as fixing potholes and launched major development initiatives, including the transformation of Baltimore's Inner Harbor and the construction of Oriole Park at Camden Yards and M&T...  Show more »
William Donald Schaefer is a Democratic politician who served in public office for 50 years at both the state and local level in Maryland. He was mayor of Baltimore from 1971 to 1987, the 58th governor of Maryland from 1987 to 1995, and the comptroller of Maryland from 1999 to 2007. Schaefer was defeated in his reelection bid for comptroller by Peter Franchot, a state delegate, in the Democratic primary on Sept. 12, 2006. During his tenure, Schaefer won praise for his "do-it-now" approach. He tended to details such as fixing potholes and launched major development initiatives, including the transformation of Baltimore's Inner Harbor and the construction of Oriole Park at Camden Yards and M&T Bank Stadium. Schaefer's other notable achievements include reform of the state's higher education system and construction of a light rail line through Baltimore. Schaefer received his early education in Baltimore's public schools, and later graduated from Baltimore City College in 1939. Schaefer received a J.D. degree from the University of Baltimore School of Law in 1942. Schaefer won a seat on the Baltimore City Council in 1955 campaigning on his concern for city planning and housing issues. He represented the 5th District. Schaefer had a long-time companion in Hilda Mae Snoops, who was his official hostess in the governor's mansion. Snoops died in 1999 at age 74.  « Show less

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    Apr 20, 2011 |Story| Los Angeles Times

  1. William Donald Schaefer dies at 89; Maryland's dominant political figure for a half-century

    William Donald Schaefer, the dominant political figure of the last half-century of Maryland history, died Monday after a "do-it-now" career that changed the face of Baltimore while bringing a burst of energy to the city he loved. He was 89.
    William Donald Schaefer, the dominant political figure of the last half-century of Maryland history, died Monday after a "do-it-now" career that changed the face of Baltimore while bringing a burst of energy to the city he loved. He was 89. Schaefer, who...

    Tags: Dining and Drinking, Republican Party, Politics, Oriole Park at Camden Yards, Catonsville

    2. May 25, 2012 |Story| Baltimore Sun

  2. Richard Paul Sullivan, chairman and CEO of Easco Corp.

    Richard <a href=&quot;http://bio.tribune.com/paulsullivan1">Paul Sullivan</a>, a former chairman and CEO of Easco Corp. who had been active in Republican state politics and civic affairs, died Sunday of cancer at his Owings Mills home.
    Richard Paul Sullivan, a former chairman and CEO of Easco Corp. who had been active in Republican state politics and civic affairs, died Sunday of cancer at his Owings Mills home. The longtime Guilford resident was 79. Mr. Sullivan, whose father was...

    Tags: Republican Party, Jupiter, Politics, Owings Mills (Baltimore, Maryland), Companies and Corporations

    3. May 23, 2012 |Story| Baltimore Sun

  3. Group ranks Baltimore's parks 15th in nation

    Baltimore's historic park system ranks 15th among the nation's 40 largest cities in a new rating released Wednesday, which credits the city's foresight in carving out public spaces over the past two centuries but faults its more recent leadership for not maintaining that investment.
    Baltimore's historic park system ranks 15th among the nation's 40 largest cities in a new rating released Wednesday, which credits the city's foresight in carving out public spaces over the past two centuries but faults its more recent leadership for...

    Tags: Gardens and Parks, Fort McHenry, Patterson Park, Tampa, Tourism and Leisure

    4. May 16, 2012 |Column| Baltimore Sun

  4. Water bills and government's fragile reputation

    I want to thank Ms. Nina Platt of Homeland for providing me with a copy of her outrageous water bill &mdash; and her neighbor's &mdash; because, until this happened, I was feeling left out of the Great Baltimore Water Bill Commiseration. It seems like everybody in the city but me has a goofy and outrageous water bill to brag and gripe about. My bill looks normal, boring and puny compared to what I see here: $813.75 due by May 29 for Ms. Platt, who lives alone, and $1,219.06 for the family of four next door.
    I want to thank Ms. Nina Platt of Homeland for providing me with a copy of her outrageous water bill — and her neighbor's — because, until this happened, I was feeling left out of the Great Baltimore Water Bill Commiseration. It seems like...

    Tags: Water Supply, Politics, Ronald Reagan, Democratic Party, National Government

    5. May 8, 2012 |Story| Baltimore Sun

  5. City plans fixes for Pride of Baltimore memorial in disrepair

    Twenty-six years ago this month, Roma Foti's daughter, 23-year-old Nina Schack, was one of four crew members who lost their lives when the Pride of Baltimore, a replica of a 19th century sailing vessel, sank in a sudden storm in the Bermuda Triangle.
    Twenty-six years ago this month, Roma Foti's daughter, 23-year-old Nina Schack, was one of four crew members who lost their lives when the Pride of Baltimore, a replica of a 19th century sailing vessel, sank in a sudden storm in the Bermuda Triangle....

    Tags: Cornell University, Connecticut Economic Development, Durham (Durham, North Carolina), Baltimore Development Corporation, Stephanie Rawlings-Blake

    6. May 10, 2012 |Story| Herald Mail

  6. Leslie Hart nominated for Schaefer award

    Leslie Hart, agricultural marketing specialist for the Hagerstown-Washington County Economic Development Commission, has been nominated for the inaugural 2012 William Donald Schaefer Helping People Award. The program was created to recognize individuals...

    Tags: Marketing, Hagerstown (Washington, Maryland)

    7. May 11, 2012 |Story| Baltimore Sun

  7. Henson verdict a disappointment

    Political consultant Julius Henson deserved to be held to account for his role in producing a fraudulent robocall on the night of the 2010 gubernatorial election that was clearly designed to prevent Democrats &mdash; and in particular, African-American voters &mdash; from going to the polls. It is disappointing, though, that the jury rendered a mixed verdict in the case, convicting him on just one count of conspiracy but finding him not guilty on three other charges. A separate jury last year convicted Paul Schurick, the former aide to Gov.Robert L. Ehrlich Jr. and Mr. Henson's employer in that election, on all four counts for the same offense. Their culpability was equal, and they should have been judged accordingly.
    Political consultant Julius Henson deserved to be held to account for his role in producing a fraudulent robocall on the night of the 2010 gubernatorial election that was clearly designed to prevent Democrats — and in particular, African-American...

    Tags: Republican Party, Polls, Lawyers, Politics, Prosecution

    8. May 9, 2012 |Story| Baltimore Sun

  8. Sun editorials: Foresight in the rear view

    Readers might conclude that they were well served by The Sun editorial page's 1971 endorsement of City Council President William Donald Schaefer for mayor. Perhaps less so by its lament that he was &quot;not an inspiring leader" or its prediction that the city would soon "yearn for charisma" from the mayor's office.
    Readers might conclude that they were well served by The Sun editorial page's 1971 endorsement of City Council President William Donald Schaefer for mayor. Perhaps less so by its lament that he was "not an inspiring leader" or its prediction that the city...

    Tags: Politics, Wars and Interventions, Harborplace, Nazi Party, Roosevelt

    9. Apr 26, 2012 |Story| Baltimore Sun

  9. Rocky Gap casino license awarded

    Hoping to turn around the struggling resort, Maryland's slots location committee awarded a license Thursday for a casino at Rocky Gap Lodge and Golf Resort in Allegany County.
    Hoping to turn around the struggling resort, Maryland's slots location committee awarded a license Thursday for a casino at Rocky Gap Lodge and Golf Resort in Allegany County. The Video Lottery Facility Location Commission voted unanimously to issue...

    Tags: Gambling, Dining and Drinking, Martin O'Malley, Companies and Corporations, Regional Authority

    10. Apr 27, 2012 |Story| Baltimore Sun

  10. Allowing voters to veto transportation projects won't change anything

    Former Gov. Parris N. Glendening's proposal to let voters decide whether to build transportation projects ignores the long history of disconnect between the state's plans and outcomes, which cannot be resolved by a simple yes or no by voters ("Voters will...

    Tags: Politics, Chesapeake Bay Bridge, Elections

    11. May 1, 2012 |Story| Baltimore Sun

  11. Dr. Richard T. Koritzer Sr., dentist

    Dr. Richard T. Koritzer Sr., who practiced dentistry in Glen Burnie for 50 years and whose thirst for knowledge resulted in his earning a master's degree when he was 84, died Thursday from blood clots at Baltimore Washington Medical Center.
    Dr. Richard T. Koritzer Sr., who practiced dentistry in Glen Burnie for 50 years and whose thirst for knowledge resulted in his earning a master's degree when he was 84, died Thursday from blood clots at Baltimore Washington Medical Center. The Glen...

    Tags: Glen Burnie, Severna Park, Roman Catholicism, Cancer, Frederick (Frederick, Maryland)

    12. May 4, 2012 |Story| Baltimore Sun

  12. William J. Schmidt, city housing authority administrator

    William J. Schmidt, a former department store buyer who later became director of administration for the Housing Authority of Baltimore City, died Monday at his Bel Air home of complications from Parkinson's disease.
    William J. Schmidt, a former department store buyer who later became director of administration for the Housing Authority of Baltimore City, died Monday at his Bel Air home of complications from Parkinson's disease. He was 79. The son of a Baltimore...

    Tags: Politics, Hamilton, Civil and Public Service, Baltimore Gas and Electric Co., Christianity

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