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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Apr 09, 1999
Page
4
A Frederick County closed session vote to approve a Planning Commission member drew criticism. The public and media were excluded, violating open meetings law that aims to ensure citizens observe deliberations and public policy decisions. Critics say the vote undermines democratic transparency and resident rights.
Longtime watermen’s village on the Lower Eastern Shore clings to tradition even as a new motel, possible NASA expansion, and a bridge promise greater access loom. Locals debate benefits and risks of growth while tangential film plans tempt temporary economic boosts that never fully arrive.
National polls show two thirds of Americans back air strikes in Kosovo and over half favor ground troops if needed, a shift from prior opposition. Even Gov. Bush and VP Gore weigh in as public mood pivots on humanitarian aims and wartime strategy.
Ann McFeatters argues Clinton faces a legitimacy test as the Kosovo conflict drags on. Public approval remains high for a second term amid humanitarian crisis, NATO strain, and battlefield casualties. The piece cautions against political missteps that could erode backing and widen doubts about U.S. strategy and resolve.
The Roads Commission presented traffic study results to the Frederick board urging immediate development of alternate by passes, parking limits on main streets, and progressive signals over simultaneous timing. Other items include a barn dance at the State Armory by Hoosier Hot-Shots and derby prep at Brunswick Elementary School with 200 students briefed on entry rules. Six Judicial Court ruled the Circle of Gold scheme illegal under Maryland consumer protection law. County officials consider converting an old quarry on Highland Street into a dump site. The Emmett Full family received the 1978 Maryland Angus Family of the Year Award. Stan dard Building Systems workers at Point of Rocks vow no return until wage and pension demands are met, a union rep calls settlement prospects bleak.
A reader condemns meat production and animal suffering, praising animal rights and urging education and change. The letter emphasizes human moral responsibility, comparisons to species prejudice, and the idea that abstaining from meat benefits health and ethics. The writer urges awareness and action to end animal cruelty.
The piece critiques Roy Meachum for partisan bias in a General Assembly context, contrasting his approach with Mencken and accusing conservatives of unfair rhetoric. It discusses how columnists use source validation, the tension between editorial bias and factual defense, and hints at reactions from Frederick County readers and politicians.
Frederick County readers dispute a columnist's claims and demand fair reporting. Senator Tim Ferguson condemns slander while Katey Fantone questions a visiting judge and calls for animal shelter accountability and humane treatment.
Frank Ferlin of Monrovia questions a front page report on removing trash cans along the C&O Canal National Historical Park. He doubts the plan, notes highway litter is worse, and urges a public cleanup report and clearer use of community service programs. He asks how many see the towpath versus highways.
Karen Finney criticizes Alex Mooney for remarks about gay citizens and teachers. She argues discrimination harms all and warns of potential broader targeting if bigotry continues.
Overdue bills prompt horror at a Frederick County animal cruelty case. A Ballenger Creek couple received 200 hours of community service and a $200 fine for starving a dog to death, provoking outrage at animal control staff and calls to make animal cruelty a felony. Bill 711 faces House approval, seen as overdue reform to protect vulnerable animals.
The Frederick News-Post invites signed letters with writer name address and home and business phones for verification. Some letters may be abridged and poetry or religious verse is not published. Send letters to The Frederick News-Post 200 E Patrick Frederic MD 21708 or via fax or email.
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