Maryland press backs study of Indian nicknames in schools
Editorial argues state boards urge schools to review American Indian nicknames and mascots rather than issuing ultimatums. It notes mixed Indian views, from viewing names as honor to seeing them as insult, and urges student involvement in deciding whether to change War Eagles and Braves style nicknames.
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Vatican unrest and antiwar protests grip Rome and world
Roy Meachum recounts volatile events surrounding Vatican I counsels in Rome, including neo-Fascist violence, NATO schedule pressure in Naples, and global protests. He notes clashes over the Moon-Evangelist movement, Vatican scandals, sectarian media battles, and a pattern of ongoing unrest with uncertain outcomes.
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Rose’s Last Night Before the End at 84
A late night call reveals Rose, 84, near death from pulmonary fibrosis at Kentfield Rehabilitation Center. Once independent after her husband’s death, she embraced rehab activities and formed a close friend, but she feared illness and insisted on family care.
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Local notices mix with school construction and enlistments
Yesterday signs appeared on Market Street near the land for East Frederick Elementary School construction. Eugene W. Pruitt, schools superintendent, called the price reasonable amid high costs. Lt. Keller of Frederick to supervise most work. Louthan Electrical Co. to handle electrical. Local men RUDELL E. Watkins, Everett E. Merica, and Clarence F. Smith joined the Medical Company, 115th Infantry. Pfc. Jack S. Bowlus promoted to corporal. Fisher's Hollow Road bridge deemed unsafe for school buses, prompting safety concerns.
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YMCA Fires Two Employees After Interview
Cathryn Guynes of New Market voices strong disapproval of the YMCA action describing firings after interviews and pledges not to renew her family membership to protest what she calls a poorly handled personnel decision. The note requests Dick Tokar be informed via voicemail about the termination.
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Climb on but do it safely says climber support group
A fragmented note from Baltimore discusses climbing safety and the idea of climbing with no gear. It references Sugarloaf Mountain injuries and the climbing community's reaction to lack of protection.
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Only experienced should comment on this somber note
The statement by Vicki Brust in Frederick urges restraint and warns that without firsthand experience even prompt emergency action may not avert death. It stresses the need for informed opinion and cautions against premature judgments in critical medical scenarios.
Embryonic stem cell debate cited as distressing policy course
A speaker condemns embryonic stem cell research and federal funding limits, arguing the policy path is deeply distressing and contradicts existing law and regulation, warning that no rule should sanction such direction.
Letter writers debate ethics of science and education
A reader laments Nazi experiments and decries inhumane methods, rejects using victims as means, and questions gender based educational assumptions. The letter, from Lily Dale New York, hints at broader social debate and praises the article by Karen Payne.
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Separating kids may be wise, or not, says Clark Carr
Brunswick columnist Clark D. Carr reflects on parenting the separation question with a nod to his own boyhood. He weighs caution about strong boundaries against the benefits of closeness, urging readers to judge wisely.
Down zoning a deceptive act near U S 15 corridor
Fragmented OCR text references commercial zoning along U S 15, burdens on property owners, and mentions individuals Jerome of Fulton, June, James Trout, and Walkersville, with unclear context or complete details.
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Remote control riddle solved
A reader notes the Aug. 16 piece “Schools leaving boys behind, writer says” and adds that 1990s schools focused more on girls because boys received less attention. The comment hints at ongoing debates about gender focus in education and implies broader implications for student outcomes.
Long lasting gift annual Frederick event praised
Adam S. Heinzmann notes a yearly community event in Frederick as a long lasting gift, describing it as among the best and something he and his son anticipate each year.
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Letters to the Editor policy and submission notes
The News-Post invites letters to the editor but notes writers must include names and contact details and cannot publish abusive or religious verse. Due to high volume some letters may not be printed. readers are advised to mail or email submissions to the Frederick News-Post with a box address and contact.
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