Montgomery ethics rule debate on gifts for public officials
Montgomery County ethics changes spark debate over requiring disclosure of gifts to officials including wedding presents. Proposals aim to flag gifts worth 50 dollars or more and to list lobbyists tickets and cultural event access. Supporters say transparency boosts trust. opponents fear overreach and exemptions.
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Isiah Leggett
State Ethics Co
Ryland
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Frogs and Toads Drought Amid Atlanta Olympic Build Up
Roy Meachum notes a wet summer left Georgia without its usual flood of amphibians as July tops records and drought-like conditions persist. He lampoons political battles in Cobb County over Marietta culture and rights, linking local strife to broader Olympic spectacle and Ted Turner’s media influence.
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Salaries and the idea of caps for owners
The passage argues that sports owners impose player salary caps to keep big markets from buying all talent and winning every year, while noting there is no cap on owners' earnings or on admission prices. It extends the concept as a hypothetical for TV news executives controlling salaries.
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Salary cap talk stirs TV news and Giants amid dollars
Andy Rooney comments on a proposed TV salary cap of 20 million and compares top anchors to players like Phil Simms. He cites Diane Sawyer Barbara Walters Peter Jennings and Koppel, notes Giants cap savings by dropping Phil Simms, and jokes about morale and raises as a new season begins on 60 Minutes.
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Frederick mayor closes pool over marine growth threat
Mayor Hugh V Gittinger ordered the municipal pool closed for the season as marine growth developed in the water. The Fishing Creek supply fell 22 inches below the spillway due to heavy draw by canning factories, making continued operation impractical per the mayor. The action follows Dr. Robert H. Riley of the Maryland Health Department stating a state hospital would be in Frederick or another county, prompting a multi county request to the governor to locate the hospital in Frederick County. Local Victory garden produce included a two pound cucumber from James C Biehl and a 2 1/2 pound tomato from Dr T Clyde Routzahn. Richard M Nixon's resignation broadcast disrupted a Frederick Board of Aldermen meeting, which paused about 20 minutes to hear the address. Sen Charles McC Mathias and local leaders pledged support to Vice President Gerald Ford. Police questioned three suspects in the armed robbery and assault on Babe's Liquor Store owner Clifford Crum, who was struck on the head during the robbery.
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Jefferson Street
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Too Many Children in MSPAP Question Sparks Outcry
A Maryland MSPAP test posed a scenario with an eight child farmer and suggesting he should stop farming or reduce his family. The item linked methane from rice paddies to global warming and urged eliminating children, provoking parents Philip and Wanda Book from Walkersville to denounce the question as dangerous and irresponsible for students.
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Maryland
Tax reform proposal from District 4A candidate
A Frederick County House hopeful argues Maryland is among the nation's highest taxed states. He calls for streamlined government, reduced staffing, fewer regulations and abolition of nonessential services. He favors privatization and performance audits across agencies to cut costs. He opposes gambling revenue reliance and “politics as usual.”
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House of Delegates
Frederick County
Maryland
Bucky Muth Seeks Maryland House Seat in 1994 Race
Letter from C. Buckey Muth a 1994 Republican candidate for Maryland House of Delegates District 4A Frederick County addresses county and state affairs and outlines plans for the coming years.
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C. Bucky Muth
Maryland
House of Delegates
Frederick County
Opinion space and freedom of speech in The Frederick News-Post
Readers are offered generous Op Ed space in The Frederick News Post compared with larger papers like The Baltimore Sun and The Washington Post. The piece argues such space supports local ideas, forgiveness, and civic discourse, urging readers to reflect on sin, mercy, and personal growth.
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Frederick
Hagerstown
Frederick News-Post
Forgiveness and Self Mercy in Christian Belief
A reflective note on Christian forgiveness urging believers to acknowledge personal faults, forgive others, and avoid self blame for sinning. It contrasts human weakness with divine forgiveness and cautions against despondency when failing to meet God’s glory.
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Jesus Christ
John Brown and a Nation Shocked in Pensacola
A religious fanatic shouted his ultra righteous cause and injured many before being arrested. The attacker, identified as John Brown, claimed prophecy and aimed to stir America. Authorities say the public was stunned as supporters condemned the act. Kenneth C. Hamrick Thurmont.
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America
John Brown
Pensacola
Fla
Car Collision In Mount Airy Driveway Sparks Talk
Margaret E Shipley reports a hit and run on her daughter's car in their Mount Airy driveway between 7 and 9 PM after leaving for the Mount Airy Carnival. A black blazer type vehicle struck the fender, then fled west on Frederick Road. Neighbor witnessed the incident. no contact from the driver. The daughter now bears repair costs and vehicle loss.
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Frederick Road
Bia
Letters to The Frederick News-Post Editor Policy
The Frederick News Post invites letters with name address and phone for verification. Some letters may be edited for space or taste. Send letters to 200 E Patrick St Frederick MD 21705 or fax 6628299.
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