The Maryland Manual is intended to be a comprehensive reference
work of current official and historical data; as well as information
concerning• the functions of State Government.

An attempt has been made to present facts of real interest concern-
ing the State of Maryland, including its Charter and Constitution, the
names of all State and County officials and members and functions of
various commissions, boards, committees, and other governmental
agencies created by the General Assembly.

Endeavor has been made also to furnish financial, educational.
political and historical data of general interest to the Citizenry and
State officials.

Sincere appreciation is extended to county, state and national
officials who so courteously assisted In the accumulation of material
and information for this volume.