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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 1999
Page
5
A local Frederick County town chafes at national media portrayals that stereotype rural residents. The piece defends its residents and infrastructure, noting traffic lights and indoor plumbing, and rebuts patronizing depictions by outsiders and distant papers from Washington and Baltimore.
A national media moment centers on Burkittsville after a presidential aide’s secret heli copter trip becomes public. Time magazine covers The Blair Witch Project locating to the town, praising its accuracy and charm. Residents welcome attention, noting local sites and tourism while joking about mistaken identity.
Roy Meachum argues Republicans walk in the Truman era shadow amid partisan overreach and a looming 2004 or 2000s political mirror. He criticizes GOP tax cuts, NRA influence, and gun policy while predicting a Democratic comeback or repeat of past scoring in Congress.
The article argues Social Security now aged and facing a funding crisis as baby boomers retire. It warns deficits from 2014 onward could reach $20 trillion by 2075, with 44 million beneficiaries and a roughly $400 billion budget, urging lawmakers to consider a safer, more sustainable retirement system.
Daniel Mitchell argues Social Security taxes have surged from 2 percent on 3000 dollars to 12.4 percent on 72400 dollars while benefits lag. He contrasts privatization abroad with the domestic need to lower taxes and raise benefits. Mitchell cites The Heritage Foundation and Howard News Service as sources.
The city of Frederick approves giving the East Sixth Street cemetery land to the cemetery society in exchange for two acres east of Frederick to use for a new cemetery. A letter to the editor notes Soil Conservation Service work on Nellie V. Thrasher farm improved keeping soil on site during rain. Police chief Straley reports decoy owls deter starlings in Hospital Park. Firefighters battle rekindled ruins at Goodwill Industries. burns may smolder days due to wood. Maryland labor officials and local officials revisit pay for clients at Jeanne Bussard Training Workshop and Homewood Retirement Center.
Anita Dronenburg Guthrie of Glen Allen Virginia writes from afar praising the Frederick News-Post online site. She credits its user friendly redesign for helping relocate or visit Frederick through listings, events, real estate, careers and updated obituaries.
Mount Airy officials stress the need for improved transportation options as population rises and lifestyles shift. Officials cite rural mobility challenges, changing land use, and their March 1998 report urging enhanced regional and local transit to meet work trip needs and future mobility for residents.
In a statement from Sherman Johnson of Middletown, the need for a balanced statewide transport plan is urged. He argues highways must expand where needed but cannot solve growing demand alone, stressing transit integration with Metro MARC light rail and local buses to maintain mobility and quality of life. The Mount Airy area is urged to back expanded public transit linking Shady Grove and Mount Air, while the ACLU pledges support.
Elmer Windsor argues in a letter that Atlanta killings follow from authorities failing to gather evidence and convict offenders. He notes felons cannot own firearms and questions the efficacy of new laws and potential confiscation, warning rights may erode if crime remains unaddressed.
A letter asserts the American Civil Liberties Union upholds equal treatment under the Constitution and Bill of Rights. It argues judges or juries decide releases, not the ACLU, acknowledging some innocent victims benefit from the group while criticizing media sensationalism.
A Frederick mother Eileen King commends Dr Kirk Jackson for treating her daughter at age 2 1/2 after four months with other doctors. The antibiotic cleared the ear infection and no recurrence for a year. She notes his competency with children and good patient doctor rapport, citing another allergy visit for her son.
The Frederick News-Post invites signed letters with writer name address and home and business phones for verification. Not all letters will be published due to volume. Send letters by mail to The Frederick News-Post or by fax or email to official addresses provided.
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