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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 1992
Page
4
Marylanders face a clear choice on abortion with a statewide vote set for November. The proposed ballot description outlines a law restricting state interference before fetal viability while setting conditions for minor notification and physician requirements, and repealing prior information rules.
A collage of nostalgic prompts asks about aging and past pleasures such as homebound Saturdays, early bathing suits, radiator caps, dial telephones, waxed paper, Air Mail stamps, black and white TV, vintage movies, and classic candies. It evokes midcentury tech, fashion, and daily routines with Rooney's humorous tone.
In recent weeks Carroll County commissioners and school authorities discussed a special trust arrangement and a five year contract with the superintendent. Disclosures highlighted alleged perks and benefits, while critics questioned political motives and maintenance costs financed by state funds.
The piece argues that government payrolls rise while private payrolls shrink, financed by higher taxes or revenue gimmicks. It cites California overtaxing without boosting revenue, off budget moves in New York and Pennsylvania, and regulatory costs soaring to 600 billion dollars in 1988 dollars. It criticizes expanded, costly government payrolls and burdens on small businesses, with examples from Arizona and Maine, plus a case about handicapped parking space rules and new garbage taxes in Alexandria.
State agronomist Dr. John Magruder and County Agent Henry R. Shoemaker attributed corn blighting to sunscald from changing weather. They warned some loss but not severe. In a separate Police Court case, a delinquent sewer connection defendant pleaded not guilty. He testified that 10 of his 40 properties were connected, 12 more were planned but delayed by war material restrictions, and work to comply was paused. Two plumbers supported his statements. The case remained open for city authority consultation. Four other property owners scheduled for hearings arrived with plans to comply and did not appear.
Charles D. Lyon announced in Frederick that Dr. Ross Pritchard a 48 year old political scientist and international economics expert was chosen to lead Hood College succeeding interim president Dr. Theodore H. Erck after Dr. Randle Elliott resigned in May 1971. JAMES Hindman discussed W J Hindman Associates option on Francis Scott Key Hotel for a 250 bed elderly home while hotel owner Loyola Federal noted it as not a successful project. Frederick Mayor E Paul Magaha said private talks were under way on Hotel Frederick site purchase with plans to raze the building for parking if the city acquires it.
A Thurmont correspondent urges media to reject flesh arousing pictures and articles aimed at young girls. The letter appeals to ethical restraint, invoking faith and caution about eternal consequences and the responsibility of journalists.
Letter responding to Dr Carton's July 29 inquiry on fluoridation of public drinking water. Notes Alaska accident due to outdated systems and human error. References a National Institutes of Health workshop and studies questioning definitive bone fracture claims from fluoride. Mentions government health bodies and review of contemporary research.
Wary Ann Putman of Frederick cites letters arguing fluoridation harms bones and questions safety, while defending fluoride's dental benefits. The letter-writer contrasts fluoridated Frederick with Brunswick water lacking fluoride, cites dental studies and alleged corporate motives, and urges residents to investigate risks to children and future generations.
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