Road realignment near church stirs Maryland district concerns
Local debate over a minor road realignment near the Seventh-day Adventist Church in Frederick touched on a congressman's involvement. Officials dismissed the issue as ludicrous though the plan proposed an intersection realignment north of I 70 to connect East Street Extension with the ballpark amid potential interchanges.
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Ozone policy critique from Richard Sterne in Monrovia
Richard Sterne denounces Metropolitan Washington Air Quality Committee measures as costly and unnecessary. He argues the area failed to meet ozone limits on 11 days and accuses officials of ignoring that ozone effects are temporary and mainly affect those with preexisting conditions. Sterne warns against CFC bans and environmental lobby influence, urging science based regulation and open review.
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Frederick City
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Clinton budget plan signals start of new direction
President Clinton praised Congress for approving a five year plan of tax increases and spending restraints saying it marks the moment America chose to change. He promised 8 million new jobs over four years as he warned deficit reduction may slow growth temporarily. In Charleston West Virginia he framed the budget as a first step toward work and family, deficit reduction, and a stronger economy.
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Clinton touts budget victory as economic boost
Walter Mears reports Clinton frames the budget passage as lowering rates and boosting home and car purchases while warning against future spikes if rejected. Gore breaks a Senate tie to approve the plan, generating cautious praise from Mitchell and Foley as Clinton asserts renewed clout and momentum.
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Elected officials out of touch with voters says letter
A Frederick reader criticizes Senators Mikulski and Sarbanes for dismissing voter input on the President's budget. The letter cites 1506 calls to Mikulski with 1334 opposing and notes Sarbanes offered no tally but echoed opposition, urging accountability at election time.
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Outlook for corn canning in Frederick doubtful this season
Local cannery reports that the drought has devastated about 67 percent of the corn crop, making continued canning in Frederick unlikely beyond a week and possibly not into mid September. Market ads promote bulk canning supplies and prices. EPA approves Sixes Bridge dam as primary water source for Washington area. Deputy AG seeks guidance on removing Sheriff Baumgartner. Nixon at Camp David planning response to Watergate disclosures.
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Richard M. Nixon
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Read our bumpers Clinton's policies doomed to fail
A reader letter responds to Mark and Claudia Nealley urging supporters of Clinton to accept responsibility for the country. The writer, citing the 57 percent electorate, argues Clinton's policies will fail and harm the economy, insisting their vehicles do not carry slogans due to miracles or shirking duties.
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Letters defend against Democratic tax and deficit plans
A reader condemns Bill Clinton and fellow Democrats over promises of middle class tax cuts and deficit reduction. The letter argues that Clinton’s plans rely on optimistic revenues, critiquesquiotas, and calls for holding officials accountable in the 1996 cycle. Katherine Miller.
Politicians Scorn Yet Again In Budget Debate
The writer laments congressional debates on the President's budget plan and yearns for a Davy Crockett style intervention as a symbol of government by the people. The piece cites aides to Paul Sarbanes and Barbara Mikulski in the August edition as evidence of disengagement from core democratic principles.
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East Street Extension Proposal Sparks Frederick Debate
Vincent J Mooney Jr reports public concerns over extending East Street to I-70 at the truck stop. Opponents fear loss of residential character and traffic impacts akin to Breezewood and Laurel. Citizens in Historic District and Monocacy Village urged engagement amid Frederick City Comprehensive Plan guidance.
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