Maryland Wealth Grows With High Income and Low Poverty
A circa 1997 Census Bureau report highlights Maryland as having the third highest average household income in the nation at 45289 dollars, paired with a relatively low poverty rate of 9.5 percent. Howard and Montgomery counties top the state in income, while Baltimore and Somerset County show higher poverty, with Frederick County notably low at 5.8 percent. Maryland overall shows strong economy but persistent poverty concerns remain.
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Ramadan and Faith Clash With World History Reflections
Roy Meachum links Ramadan fasting in Muslim countries to cultural restraint and describes Cairo scenes during daylight hours. He contrasts annual feasts after sunset with modern conflicts, noting Holocaust and Balkan violence in a broader critique of religion and history.
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America
Cairo
Post election power tussle shapes policy aims and coalitions
The piece argues the next president faces a deeply partisan climate with Gore and Bush each backed by former secretaries of State. It notes voters want government management over moral leadership, and outlines potential bipartisan paths on Medicare, drug price negotiation, Social Security, education, and healthcare, while acknowledging limits on agreement.
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Frederick area news notes and local events in brief
Yesterday a plan to remove old chipeiees near Court Park fountain was halted after the fish were relocated to a private area at Lilypons for use in a fountain project. Lions Club events at Frederic High School included football coaching and school leadership introductions. Fire relief and ambulance service discussions continued with county officials as commissioners planned oaths. The Snow Ball fundraiser at Frederic Memorial Hospital Auxiliary drew heavy attendance. Deer season opened with 272 bucks checked across four stations, including an 11 year old hunter from Monrovia taking a 10 pointer in the New Market area.
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Wren
Lilypons
Fredenck County
Fear of one little book sparks school sale row
A fragmentary editorial condemns school officials for opposing Bible sales by students. The piece argues the stance is hypocritical and fears free reading, contrasting it with support for other books like Harry Potter and labeling the position anti-American and ignorant.
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Eckocete
White House
Willie Mahone and a Pioneer Voice in City Streets
Willie Mahone stood early as a fearless voice in the city streets prior to grouping bodies like NAACE and the Fraternal Order of Police. He spoke out when others stayed silent, setting a precedent for activism and public discourse in the community.
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Willie Mahone
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Senseless murder sparks anger over prison abuse and sex offender housing
A reader rants about Lee Ausherman's death and harsher punishments for sex offenders. The note advocates castration, mass housing of offenders, and separating them from general inmates, dismissing victim rights and due process.
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Beraust
Cores
Agi Dee Artem Mercer
Bubba
Letters on public safety and dairy nutrition debate
A reader urges justice for crime victims and criticizes Maryland's disclosure of sex offender data while pressing lawmakers to act. The letter also defends dairy nutrition by Dr. Laura R. Chaffiotte, noting lactose intolerance and non dairy calcium options.
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Maryland
Yeu
American Chiropractic Board of Nutrition
American Dairy Association
Community Weighs in on Police Protection and Judicial System
Letter writer commends police officers facing danger daily while criticizing the courts for releasing offenders. A widow of a trooper killed in the line of duty echoes the call for accountability and safer streets, urging civic action and lawful reform.
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Chartene Edmonis
Toatley
Wien
School growth and the burden on Frederick County schools
The article argues that school growth goes beyond more houses, highlighting overcrowded schools in Frederick County. It cites builders, tech schools, and state Education Department projections of continued enrollment, with blame shared by Democrats and Republicans in Congress and county commissioners past and present for failing to prepare for population growth.
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Letters to the Editor policy and contact details
The Frederick Wave-Post outlines letters to the editor with restrictions on including addresses and phone numbers. It notes some submissions are strained or unreadable and states that certain sensitive content will not be published. It provides mailing and email contact options and a postage address for letters to the editor.
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