McDonald’s clash with New Market over storefront design
In early April the McDonald’s dispute with New Market officials continues over how the fast food restaurant should look. The piece urges compromise, noting a Gaithersburg example with a distinct design and urging McDonald’s to adopt a locally appropriate, varied look rather than push a single plan.
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New Market
Frank Shaw
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Gaithersburg
A Civil War Gun Collector Questions NRA Posture
Robert C Reid a Maryland based gun enthusiast and Civil War buff weighs the Brady Bill and NRA spending on campaigns. He criticizes broad gun control while noting personal support for waiting periods and self defense. The piece cites NRA head Wayne LaPierre and debates over immediate background checks and semi automatic weapons.
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Alabama
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General Assembly
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Havel and rock music shape Czech quest for freedom
In Prague, President Vaclav Havel links democracy to rock history. He portrays music as the candle keeping freedom alive, noting Lennon and the Lennon Wall as symbols of resistance that helped sustain an underground movement. He remains animated on discussing his favorite music and its meaning for his people.
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Velvet Revolution echoes in songs and politics across Prague
Prague voices reflect how music under repression forged dissent from the 1960s. Vaclav Havel recalls Plastic People of the Universe going underground and Charter 77 uniting intellectuals, shaping a peaceful struggle for freedom. The piece links art, politics, and the fall of communism to a broader cultural awakening.
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Trout Stocking Ahead of Jungle Docks Campout in Catoctins
Albert M. Powell announced 100 trout weighing four to five pounds each are being stocked in Big Hunting Creek before the Jungle Docks campout at the Catoctin Recreational Area May 2 3 4. Powell cited natural causes for the die off after water change. NAN FRYE hosted alumnae shower at Frederick City Hospital. Fannie King discussed Katherine Byron's campaign. Cumberland attorney W Earl Coby campaigned for Sixth District nomination with Frederick Democrats.
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Lewistown
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Nan Frye
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Young Women’s Democratic League
Katherine Byron
William D. Byron
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Cumberland
W. Earl Coby
Frederick’s
Democrats
Fire hazard relief sought for idle government buildings
Frederick City Building Inspector Charles W. Mack reports receiving a reply from J W Duehne, director of the GSA facilities division, about steps to eliminate a fire risk from four empty government owned buildings near the East Patrick Street post office. Hood College student Deborah Parsons, chair of the YMCA Women’s Consciousness Committee, responds to News-Post coverage claiming students were described as less than polite. Sadie Brown agreed to speak only to women and allowed a female reporter to attend.
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Charles W. Mack
J.W. Duehnesne
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Hood College
Deborah Parsons
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News-Post
Richard Leichert
Sadie Brown
Drug debate cont the right to choose
In reply to Quentin Clingerman I argue legalizing drugs could reduce crime by reducing theft for funds and ensuring safer supply. Prohibition history showed violence with bootleggers, while regulated markets may lower harm. Decriminalized marijuana in some states and Holland’s model show limited use rises. Individuals may choose, but must not harm others. society can enforce consequences. ANDY SEXTON Frederick County Board of Education earns a failing grade for outsourcing cleanup efforts amid unemployment.
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Holland
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Readers decry school incinerator bids and Sugarloaf danger
Deanna Luhn Beck of Gaithersburg voices concern over Thomas Johnson High School issues including bids, insurance funded projects, and hiring a Texas firm, arguing for local firms to save taxpayer money. She warns against incinerator near Dickerson Sugarloaf Country, urges continued recycling, favors Landfill use at Travilah Quarry, and opposes a Western Bypass. She recalls Earth Day walk in Sugarloaf Country and urges preservation of the area.
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Markoe
Texas
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Shady Grove
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Barnesville
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Eden
Discussion on self, signs, and guiding prayer
A reflective piece by George C. Lubrs from Monrovia urging readers to put others first, notice plain signs of distress such as peer pressure and risky behavior, and forget self in seeking the common good. It closes by invoking the prayer of St. Francis of Assisi as a moral guide.
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New Market Fights McDonalds Over Design and Service
Frederick County tale shows New Market pressuring McDonalds to shape the restaurant design and customer policy. The town warns against trucks and plans influence over menu and pricing. Wayne S. Dougherty writes from BrunsWick.
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