Maryland Governor fights Baltimore bias in top appointments
The article questions Gov. William Donald Schaefer’s plan to name three state leaders including a new transportation secretary a state police superintendent and a elections chief. It argues most officials and staff come from Baltimore while suggesting Western Maryland Frederick and other regions deserve representation.
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Schaefer Surprises Show Politics Over Timing and Loyalties
Roy Meachum Schaefer paces Maryland power moves as Hellmann and Brosan exits ripple through Annapolis. Robinson's rise and Brosan’s firing spark party and legislature reactions, with critique of hidden agendas, cronyism, and implied deals. The governor’s timing leaves citizens paying the bills as the Sun questions transparency and state pay.
CIA bungles Afghan arms deliveries and graft exposed
Washington investigation reveals the CIA mismanaged hundreds of millions of dollars for Afghan freedom fighters since the Soviet invasion. An estimated 40 percent reach the mujaheddin, with at least 1.2 billion skimmed by arms dealers and corrupt officials across Egypt Pakistan and China. CIA testimony claims 80 percent reach to rebels, a figure challenged by sources in Peshawar and Islamabad. Rep. Gray requests GAO to trace the money trail amid assertions only 30 percent reached the field and manifests are unavailable.
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Youth Week activities begin with cinema at Frederick Theater
Youth Week kicked off with yoreen ree films shown at Frederick Theater. Frederick High School students announced a father and son banquet and an election of "perty fathers" to conduct onetime civic affairs in City Had. Notables listed for banquet honors included Robert Harrison Sheridan Barber Jr Cleon Alexander Sheldon Blumentha and Norman Ford. The Jug Bridge Woman's Choir led the entertainment at a Ladies' Bible Class gathering with a burlesque trial presented by 15 members. Robert W. Wirgan, Frederick County Planning head since 1963, resigned effective June 1 seeking a better opportunity after urging a pay rise. County budget hearings sought 37 164 for a central alarm system with several fire companies undecided on participation. Major Mark L. Hoke, Frederick, served as executive officer of U S Army Hospital Leghorn near Laverno Italy since February 1986 after a long Army career.
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Letters to the Editor Correcting Farm Subsidy Claims
A Frederick Post reader argues recent editorials misstate farm subsidies. The letter cites three items: subsidies distort production, congressionally protected loopholes favor large farms, and a 1950s drought program handout embedded in dairy price supports. It advocates scrutiny of welfare programs and safe use of technology.
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Comforting without offering hope in school tragedy debates
The writer examines the ongoing use of school counseling and crisis teams after student deaths, questioning whether comfort can be offered without promising hope. They note public school staff face heavy duties and moral burden while navigating faith-related wording in responses. The piece reflects on community responses and the politics of comforting language.
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