Candidate backs flogging in crime fight in Sixth District
Republican challenger David Yurus urges return of corporal punishment citing Singapore’s flogging of a teen for vandalism. He says flogging car theft and vandalism could cut costs, while Democrat Steve Crawford questions. Bartlett shift on punishment urged, but a spokeswoman notes fully implementing existing laws first.
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Yurus backs corporal punishment citing Maryland past
GOP candidate David Yurus defends calls to reintroduce caning in prisons by citing Maryland history of flogging for wife beaters. Scholars note the practice ended by 1953, with prison lashes common earlier. critics argue it would have limited impact and raise legal issues. Other candidates dismiss the proposal as impractical and beyond congressional authority.
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Derr Moves State Senate Office In Frederick
State Senator John W. Derr has relocated his District 3 Frederick office to 233 North Market Street. The office serves Frederick and Washington counties, with year round access for constituents and visitors. Contact numbers are 301 695 5733 in Frederick and 301 294 6488 in Myersville, plus fax 301 695 5743.
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All county ensembles to give concert in Frederick
The Frederick All-County Percussion Ensemble and the Frederick All-County Flute Choir present a joint concert April 28 at 7 p.m. in Gov. Thomas Johnson High School theater. Admission is free. The percussion group, founded in 1991 under Kevin Lloyd, will perform works by Reich and Spears among others, with seven members listed. The flute choir, founded in 1992 and directed by Jennings Glenn and Kelly Long, features members from Linganore, Walkersville, Middletown, TJ and other area schools.
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