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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Aug 29, 1984
Page
3
Phyllis Schlafly argues that the U S Department of Education hearings reveal a failing in spelling among students and adults. She blames the shift from phonics to whole word methods and urges a return to strong phonics in first grade.
Copley News Service report notes Louis Harris shows Reagan close to Mondale as polls hype post convention momentum. It cites Ferraro's impact on Jewish voters and tensions with Mondale, concerns over black turnout, and defense budget fears. It argues presidential outcome hinges on inflation, interest, and foreign policy rather than campaign stunts.
A Pentagon analyst warns that Moonie involvement with government officials and contras in Central America could trigger a major scandal for the Reagan administration. CAUSA International runs publicity in Tegucigalpa and funds Honduran-based rebel groups, aiding refugees and facilitating trips to the United States. Moon's airlift to contras has grown since Congress cut CLA funding, as the administration seeks to privatize aspects of the war.
CIA and Moonies reportedly align against the Sandinistas while the Pentagon runs a covert on site operation. Barriers were installed at Pentagon entrances to deter attacks, disguised as large planters, similar to White House measures. State Department anti Iran arms sales drive broadened to allies including Britain amid growing resentment.
Betty Smith, volunteers, and Humane Society staff are praised for the weekly Homes Needed column at the Animal Control Center. The writer highlights the column’s role in finding homes, honoring photographers and donors, and urges humane treatment, stressing responsible ownership and support for volunteers and newspapers. The letter also notes the All Ghan Shrine Temple circus success and Shriners’ charity work.
A condition report on vacant single family houses for rent in Frederick shows fewer vacancies than in similar Maryland cities. It notes Frederick has a lower share of unfit dwellings and fewer rental buildings. The piece also mentions a minimum hourly wage of cents for Burkittsville Middletown Road project workers and notes a Junior Democratic Club picnic at Braddock Heights with dancing and games.
Twenty years ago an outdoor school program for Carroll County sixth graders will start in September and October with first hand nature study and other science topics. A spring session runs from late April through May. The program aims to provide hands on field experiences across nature study and related sciences. MARK KRANTZ of Frederick found two ears of corn in one husk on the Krantz farm along Shookstown Road. The Frederick Toastmasters met at the Merkle Duvall Farm near Walkersville with Carl Darner presiding and George Gilmore as toastmaster. members shared impromptu talks on fitness and interest in the program.
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