Simpson Defends Saddam while Attacking Western Press
The Wyoming senator Alan Simpson tells Saddam Hussein that the press has a media problem not the U.S. government. He cites past clashes with journalists over James Watt and Reagan coverage and urges access to Iraq for Western reporters while Saddam defends press freedom in a surreal exchange. Satellite spying details close the piece with a broader U.S. intelligence note.
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Rol Deine
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Juvenile arrested in Frederick drug bust at 12
Frederick police detained a 12 year old boy at Joan Hanson Apartments with 49 crack pieces valued at 980 dollars and 139 dollars in cash. He faces two counts each of possession and distribution of crack and fake crack with intent to distribute real and fake crack. A prior 12 year old arrest occurred July 13 in Operation Roundup at John Hanson Apartments. Assistant State's Attorney Scott Rolle warns of juveniles used by dealers to avoid punishment.
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Pierce Stine
Joan Hanson
Frederick
John Hanson
Scott Rolle
War song by Hank Williams Jr stars in Middle East crisis take
The piece mocks a patriotic war song by Hank Williams Jr and weighs how pop culture shapes views on war. It notes era songs from World War II to Vietnam and argues modern U S audiences question wars for truth and profits. The column references historic tunes and a fictional Chicago paper tone.
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Dixie
Tipperary
Kate Smith
Irving Berlin
America
Ms. Smith
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Vietnam
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Exxon
John Wayne
Clint Eastwood
Sylvester Stallone
Chuck Norris
Frederick National Guard back from maneuvers in New York State
The First Regiment Maryland National Guard returned to Frederick after maneuvers in New York State, with plans to mobilize for a year of training following the mobilization bill. A 16 to 1 Willkie lead over Roosevelt reflected local sentiment, while HRC debates tackled discrimination and civil rights issues.
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Maryland National Guard
New York State
Wendell Willkie
Roosevelt
Bryan
Willkie
Growth and Growth Management for Frederick County
A letter argues growth is vital for Frederick County’s health and budget. It urges voters to support pro business candidates, warns against no growth and runaway growth, and calls for leaders with planning foresight to maintain a steady, sensible growth rate through elected county commissioners.
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Frederick County
Frederick
Letters on leadership and voting in Frederick County
A reader from Santa Monica urges informed voter participation and supports candidates who promote orderly growth in Frederick County. He criticizes drug policy zeal and proclaims the need for responsible governance, urging citizens to attend meet the candidate events and vote on Sept. 11 and Nov. 6.
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U.S. welcomes ally in clamping vice on Iraq
Reader notes a headline error in the Aug 20 lead story and suggests the use of vise instead of yiea. The letter is signed by Sadie Baulch of Frederick.
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