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389 NEWS RELEASE AND STATEMENT ON ALCOHOLISM August 31, 1967
Governor Agnew called today for a broad and energetic attack by
He said a comprehensive program will be developed by the ad-
"It is time we recognize alcoholism for what it is — a sickness that
Governor Agnew said that a report he requested from the State
"The Department estimates that there are approximately 100, 000
"No effort is being made to locate, identify and treat the remaining
"A recent study indicates that alcoholics and their families account
"In all of Maryland there is only one specialized unit outside the
"Throughout the State there are only 16 halfway houses for alcohol- "Some commendable efforts have been made by the State, and by
public and private agencies in Baltimore City and several counties,
"We have the resources and the knowledge to do an effective job |
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