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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Aug 17, 2001
Page
4
A reader dispute cites two newsroom items about city alderman candidate David Koontz. The letters claim Koontz is repeatedly called the “gay” candidate, which editors say is false. Koontz is described as a gay rights activist, a fact the letters contest as mischaracterization.
The letter discusses how alderman William Hall and Carmen Lopez are labeled by race and ethnicity, noting that such descriptors should reflect what they do rather than who they are. It cites Jennifer Dougherty and Lopez as restaurateur and director respectively, Koontz as a social activist, and questions a letter writer's suggestions about bias in reporting.
Roy Meachum recalls Florence packed for Ferragosto with crowds around the cathedral and Rialto, pigeons near St Mark's, and a city emptied as locals flee to beaches. He cites terrorism fears after a Venice bombing, the Genoa summit, and a Kosovo tragedy, noting vigilant police and ongoing tourist hustle.
The writer recounts experiences with mediums and psychics at Lily Dale near Buffalo, noting skeptical outcomes from interviews with seekers and a church visit. Examples include a mentor's name clue, a denture message, and a professor prediction, ending with reflections on belief and misread signs.
Yesterday a fishing outing near Knoxville ended with Edward Bentz and two companions in distress after their boat struck an obstruction and capsized. Rusty Crouse 76 of Frederick and Ernest Myers of Frederick aided Bentz back to the boat with help from a third companion. A separate Rose Hill Manor event drew over 40 youngsters to assemble bird feeders. Wilbur Mills and Polly Mills spoke to about 800 at Mountain Manor in Emmitsburg about recovery from alcoholism. Groundbreaking for a Frederick Community College baseball diamond began, aided by a $3,000 Kiwanis donation. attendees included FCC officials and supporters.
In Thurmont the death of Cindi sparked outrage over the Md 75 Old Annapolis Road intersection. Activist calls for consistent traffic control, lower speed limit, and safer design cite excessive speed and poor visibility as recurring danger. Yasmin Fleming referenced.
A local resident named Brian D. Rice from Union Bridge criticizes high tax burdens and short notice for meetings. He calls for better accountability on fund spending before any pay raise for officials.
Citizens oppose a pay increase for county commissioners citing prudent spending concerns. They point to Frederick County Humane Society as an example of non-taxpayer funding and volunteer support that benefits taxpayers and animal control services, arguing the current arrangement is effective.
In letters to the editor, Roland Pearman and Linda Holdcroft criticize the Frederick County Commissioners for a $100,000 taxpayer funded hiring spree and for not renewing a contract with PCHS. They accuse predecided outcomes before hearings and warn of financial losses to taxpayers while urging prayer and accountability.
A reader recounts encountering an anti abortion protest while returning from shopping. The piece describes stunned reactions from a family including children, noting pleas about human life and God, with questions from demonstrators and unsettled feelings without graphic detail.
A reader criticizes anti protesters for fanaticism and dismisses extremism while suggesting more restraint and rational action. The note denounces sensational images and urges adherence to ordinary prudence in public demonstrations. The message questions the culture around heated debates on abortion clinics and freedom.
Nicole Martin notes widespread failure to power down computers at night, despite it taking only a click. She states she powers off her own PC but urges colleagues to join in for energy savings and reduced wear.
A notice explains submission rules for Letters to the Editor at The Frederick News-Poet. It notes signed letters receive acknowledgment, abridgement may occur due to volume, and publication is not guaranteed. Contact options include mail and email.
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