Common sense on economics divides Democrats over tax plan
Democratic lawmakers drift toward restraint as Clinton peaks at gridlock rhetoric. Senators Lautenberg and Sasser urge caution against a large 1993 tax increase, warning it could deepen recession. They contrast Bush 1990 and Clinton 1993 deficit plans, noting rising outlays and uncertain revenue projections.
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Clinton
Oston
Frank Lautenberg
N.J
New Jersey
Jim Sasser
Tenn
Bush
Budget Deficit Projections Under Clinton Bush Plans Compared
The piece traces federal budget effects of the 1990 budget deal and the 1993 Clinton plan. It notes spending and revenue gaps, three year deficits, and forecasts that Clinton’s tax hikes could worsen deficits further. It cites analyst skepticism and Greenspan’s stance as context.
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Bush
Clinton
Office of Management and Budget
Congress
MARC rail fare hike faces riders as subsidies shift
Maryland Rail Commuter riders shoulder half the MARC cost under state law, with current fares at 5.75 from Brunswick and 5 from Point of Rocks. Proposed increases would add 25 cents per ride and raise monthly passes from 126 to 150 in Brunswick and 110 to 131 in Point of Rocks, while weekly and monthly discounts shrink, pushing commuters toward driving or alternate transport.
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Maryland Rail
Brunswick
Point of Rocks
D.C
Maryland
MARC
Rocks
Metro
Nuclear power safety argued against by bias letter
Frank Crowson defends nuclear energy safety against Dan Burns and Jim McKwaine. He cites the Quad Cities Commonwealth Edison plant and Three Mile Island, arguing modern nuclear stations are safe, flood impacts aside, and media underreports safety data. He urges public understanding of nuclear theory to curb fear and misinformation.
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Dan Burns
Jim McKwaine
Burns
U.S
Hanoi
Mississippi River
West Side
Mississippi
Davenport/Moline
Quad Cities
Johnstown
Pennsylvania
Commonwealth Edison
Frederick City Eyes Water Plant Upgrade to End Water Bans
City officials directed City Engineer Frank W. Rothenhoufer to study improvements at the Linganore filtration plant to boost water supply and lift future use bans. Alderman Russell McCain noted the Linganore system could reach one million gallons daily with a new filter bed, clean weir, coagulation basin, and another pump. Frederick City and Civilian Defense officials met Brig. Gen. Francis Petrott at Fort Meade to discuss securing auxiliary firefighting equipment from OCD, joined by Alton Y. Bennett, Hugh V. Gittinger, E Austin James, and W. Bartgis Storm.
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Prederick
Frank W. Rothenhoufer
Russell McCain
Frederick City
Francis Petrott
Fort Meade
Office of Civilian Defense
OCD
Gen. Petrott
Alton Y. Bennett
Hugh V. Gittinger
E. Austin James
W. Bartgis Storm
Workers strike at Baltimore Brick Company in 1973
About 50 workers at the Baltimore Brick Company in Rocky Ridge walked out during August 5 1973 contract talks between the Lime Cement and Gypsum Workers Union and the company. Urban resident Andrew Standoff urged County Commissioners to disapprove Urbana Estates PUD over notification concerns. Winners in Baker Park fishing contest named and prizes awarded. A paper collection drive was organized to combat shortages and landfill space.
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Baltimore Brick Company
Rocky Ridge
Lime, Cement and Gypsum
Urbana
Andrew Standoff
Urbana Estates
Miller’s
DeGrange Street
Decrease foreign aid to help flood victims
William W. Dennie of Frederick argues for reallocating twenty billion dollars from foreign aid to fund Midwest flood relief. He contends the deficit can stay steady if Americans are helped with their own resources and urges contacting representatives to back grants for victims.
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Midwest
Common Sense
No justice from Judge Mary Ann Stepler
The Frederick News-Post front page lament asks where justice lies after Randy Hostetter’s sentence for the Aug 13, 1992 crash. The writer calls the verdict a vehicular murder tale of gross negligence, noting impairment, high speed, and failure to use headlights led to two deaths and seven years for Hostetter.
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Frederick
Randy Hostetter
Mary Ann Stepler
Wayne Hinkle
Terry Fields
Hostetter
Wayne
Plea bargain regret echoes in Montgomery County comment
A reader from Myersville criticizes the use of plea bargains in a fatal drunk driving case and condemns the court and Judge Stepler. The letter defends harsher justice, condemns leniency, and denounces set aside contracts and government programs, citing personal ties to a local victim’s family and broader fiscal concerns.
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Stepler
Wayne
Terry
Myersville Volunteer Fire Company
Hostetter
Local procurement urge cuts costs for taxpayers
Officials discuss prioritizing lowest bid practices to save taxpayer money and curb potential conflicts in awarding contracts. The plan highlights support for minority, women and disabled owned businesses in Montgomery County, aiming for fair competition and transparent procurement.
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Moot
Suviben Stine Loreal Nic
Emal Toonale
Montgomery County
Paintings Won't Help Carroll Creek Monstrosity
William B. Bruchey of Thurmont argues against painting the Carroll Creek bridge, claiming painted surfaces fade quickly and stone from local quarry would better honor Frederick, citing the stone church at Second and Bentz and the Baker Park carillon as enduring beauties.
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Carroll Creek
Frederick
Second and
Bentz Streets
Baker Park
Letters to the Editor at The Frederick News Pom
The Frederick News Pom invites letters to the editor with optional sign offs and contact details. Editors may edit or decline submissions due to volume and subject suitability. Letters addressing general topics have better publication prospects.
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Bagesses Wiks
Aakioes
The
Frederick News
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Mount Airy
Alfonso Harris
Nicci Hahn
Mike Miller
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Monrovia
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