Behind bars and the rising prison population
The text notes a 1.5 million prisoner population, exceeding many states, and discusses calls for harsher sentences and less parole. The American Correctional Association argues that tougher prisons for younger criminals worsen outcomes, emphasizes education and rehabilitation, and warns against mandatory life terms for repeat offenders. It suggests need for societal changes and assurances for keeping deserving offenders imprisoned.
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Alaska
Delaware
Hawaii
Idaho
Maine
Montana
Nevada
New Hampshire
North
South Dakota
Rhode Island
Vermont
Wyoming
American Correctional Association
ACA
Frederick shop owner warns lead paint bill hurts downtown
Vicky L Kay of Frederick describes how Bill 760 would raise rents, threaten her Connecticut Avenue store, force closure, and harm downtown redevelopment. She argues the lead paint goal can be reached without driving small owners away and urges voters to oppose reelection of supporters.
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Connecticut Avenue
Washington, D.C
Frederick
California
Washington
Baltimore
Vicky L. Kay
Dole Eyes Crime Issue to Gain Edge in 1996 Race
Dole could lead in the crime fight by backing a bill to enlarge police and prison funding, aiming to broaden appeal among Black and Hispanic voters. The Justice Department study shows violent crime rising from 1992 to 1993 with murder up 3 percent and blacks facing disproportionately high victimization, while polls hint at shifting public opinion.
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Bob Dole
R-Kan
Dole
Justice Department
Bureau of Justice Statistics
America
U.S
Cbs-New York Times
Dole advocates more cops and prisons amid crime clash
Morton Kondracke notes crime as the top national issue at 12 percent, outlines Clinton’s 1993 police promise and limited funding, compares 1994-95 Democratic and Republican bills, highlights Dole's plan for 12 billion in block grants with 2 billion for police and 2 billion for prisons, and cites Dilulio and Walinsky arguing for far more officers to curb rising violence.
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Congress
Bill Clinton
Democratic Congress
House of Representatives
Dole
John Dilulio
Princeton
New York
Adam Walinsky
Robert F. Kennedy
Dilulio
America
Walinsky
Atlantic Monthly
Morton Kondracke
Roll Call
Capitol Hill
Newspaper Enterprise Association
Maryland university to establish livestock laboratory in Frederick
Dr. H C Byrd president of the University of Maryland announced plans to set up a livestock laboratory in Frederick soon. Anna Bartgis of Frederick received a citation from France awarding her husband Lt Col James E Bartgis the Croix De Guerre for exceptional cooperation with French troops. Bartgis had been in Munich with the 28th Signal Construction Battalion for nearly five years.
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H.C. Byrd
University of Maryland
Frederick
Anna Bartgis
Fairview Ave
James E. Bartgis
Bartgis
28Th Signal Construction
Munich
Germany
Hood College installs first woman president with a kiss
Hood College marks its 83rd Convocation with Dr. Martha E. Church inducted as president by Lawrence Marx Jr. The ceremony at the Hudson Outdoor Theater included students, faculty and alumnae, with Church’s mother and aunt in attendance. The day also featured remarks on city planning and civil rights concerns. Local officials addressed changes in Frederick’s economy and housing needs, while the Frederick County Human Relations Council prepared to challenge county leadership over equal opportunity compliance.
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Hood College
Hood
Hudson Outdoor Theater
Lawrence Marx Jr
Martha E. Church
Church
Frederick County Human Relations Council
Frederick County
Marie Rice
HRC
Letter responds to A bomb use within wartime debate
A reader defends Truman and the use of the atomic bomb arguing it shortened World War II and saved American lives. The letter cites kamikazes and Pearl Harbor, contrasts leadership with treason, and expresses strong antiwar sentiment mixed with support for decisive action.
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Angela S. Montague
Peace Resource Center
Frederick
Pacific
Truman
Pearl Harbor
Remembering Utica Picnic Times and Traditions
A personal reminiscence recalls Utica Picnic days from years past. Families donated food and handmade goods, and residents dressed in new clothes. A seamstress mother mended garments on a treadle sewing machine while kids awaited the event.
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Utica
Pop
Mom
Picnic Memories and No Zone Warnings From Evelyn Shepley
Evelyn M Shepley recalls a long running community picnic with pan fried letters and donated dishes as families gathered at Miller's woods to share music from the Yellow Springs band. The piece also warns Frederick Post readers about the No Zone with tips to avoid truck accidents and emphasize safe passing and maintaining distance.
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Pop
Miller's Woods
Yellow Springs
J.C. Penneys
No-Zone Dangers Highlighted For Labor Day Travel
Maryland officials warn No-Zone blind spots around large trucks pose high crash risk during Labor Day weekend. With 512 expected traffic deaths nationwide and 57 car truck fatalities in Maryland last year, drivers in cars bear the brunt.
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Department of Transportation
Maryland
Kevin Burke State Director U S Department of Transportation
Kevin Burke serves as state director for the U S Department of Transportation, overseeing federal transportation programs and policy implementation at the state level. He coordinates with state agencies on infrastructure funding, safety initiatives, and regulatory compliance.
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Kevin Burke
U.S. Department of Transportation
Amazing kickoff for anniversary in Point of Rocks
Christopher Fowler laments an anniversary kickoff that re-enacts pro Confederacy sentiment and notes low Black employment in police and schools while hate groups like the Klan remain welcome in Point of Rocks.
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Klan
Christopher Fowler
Point of
Rocks
Letters to the Frederick News Post Request Submissions
The Frederick News Post invites letters from readers and requires name address and phone for verification. Many letters cannot be published due to volume and some are edited for space or taste.
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Frederick
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News-Post
Frederick Kiwanis Club
Erni
Mark Horack
William W. Dennie Sr
Evelyn M. Shepley
Hagerstown
Frederick Post
The
Frederick Newsfos
Gee E. Patrick
Frederick, MD
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