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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 1997
Page
7
The Liberty Village co housing plan in Libertytown aims to reconnect neighbors through communal living. After years of outreach since 1989 and cleared zoning, construction of 38 units near Libertytown Community Park can begin, with ongoing slide shows and site tours each month.
A reflective piece recalls 1967 when journalism helped pass civil rights measures for the District of Columbia. The author laments the return to disenfranchisement, criticizing politicians, residents, and figures like Marion Barry and Eleanor Holmes Norton. The authority of leadership is questioned as Washington regains a colonial status.
The piece argues President Clinton seeks a legacy through education policy but critics say he panders to administrators and unions. It calls for efficiency in higher education, tougher K-12 standards with funding, and experiments in private school choice, noting a large federal aid boost could simply raise tuition without new reforms.
The budget allocates 635 billion to colleges and only 3 billion to K-12, with emphasis on tutors and Head Start. Clinton pushes national standards in math science reading, but groups like NCSSO and NCTM worry the program risks fuzzy tests. Vouchers face veto threats amid polls showing growing private school support among blacks whites and low income families, with DC demonstration plans advancing after vacation. Newspaper Enterprise Association
Animals from Cecil K Holter of Brathdock Heights and Ira D Iferi of Middletown won top honors in two new classes at the Western Maryland Holstein field day in Sigler's Grove near Middletown. Thirty nine exhibitors brought 111 animals. about 350 spectators attended.
A personal appeal from Kim L. Cavenee of Frederick describing her mother’s struggle with Alzheimer's disease. The letter recalls active community life, widowhood, fading friendships, and the plea for simple acts of visiting and staying in touch to bring a smile rather than tears.
A mother at home with two children responds to Angie Jones in the July 28 News-Post. She describes living paycheck to paycheck with one car, sacrifices for her children, and her stance on values learned by example.
Stella Louise Earp-Pennington criticizes judgments on parental choices and urges mothers to support each other. The letter also details local land and road issues, noting Wigville Road width, subdivision claims, and planning board conduct since 1992. She cites zoning delays, subdivision counts, and flood plain development concerns.
Shirley B. Tubbergen reflects on moving to Anne Arundel County and engaging with local journalism. She praises the editorial page for its relevance to families, discusses the stay-at-home versus day care childcare debate, and expresses respect for working mothers and all parenting choices in the community.
A letter discusses inequities in the Planning and Zoning department. The author cites a 1992 hearing approving a five acre land grant off Wigville Road, contingent on meeting Frederick County standards from Catoclin Hollow Road, about 1,200 feet away, with the grandfather having given the Frederick County Highway authority.
A reader asks if a 16 year old daughter’s honor roll achievement will be highlighted on the front page this fall or if such reserved space is only for convicted criminals. The query suggests concern about how local papers allocate front page features and recognition for students.
The Frederic News-Post invites signed letters exclusive to the paper with contact details for verification. Publication not guaranteed for all homes. submission options include mail to Letters to the Editor, 40 The Edit, The Frederic News-Post, 200 E. Patrick St. Box 578, Frederick MD 21705, or fax to 201-662-8299 or email letters@fredericknewspost.com.
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