Jurors and Judges in High Profile Trials face fairness scrutiny
The piece discusses concerns over juror bias and judge influence in cases like Reginald Denny William Kennedy Smith and Sheik Omar Abdel Rahman. It argues that despite preconceptions, judges and juries often determine guilt or innocence fairly, while media attention grows on appearance of fairness.
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Reginald Denny
William Kennedy Smith
BCCI
Robert Artman
She i
Ivan
Sheik Omar Abdel Rahman
Stud
Appearance of justice and nonverbal cues in trials
University of Iowa law professor Peter Gavin Bianck reviews two studies on how judges and juries interpret nonverbal signals in criminal trials. Findings show perception gaps between insiders and the public, juries often base verdicts on evidence rather than judges' nonverbal cues, but off the record cues can predict sentence severity. The piece argues extra legal information is often overstated and judges and juries perform well overall.
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California
Iowa
Peter Gavin Bianck
University of Iowa
Scripps Howard News Service
Naming public buildings while in office draws debate in Frederick
A letter criticizes naming a state office building after Governor William Donald Schaefer while in office. The writer suggests honoring enduring figures or local heroes instead, proposing two ideas: first, local contributors to community history such as Francis Scott Key or Barbara Fritchie. second, veterans who sacrificed for the country. A lighthearted jab about port-a-johns adds to the discussion.
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Nour
Carroll Crest
Frederick
Maryland
William Donald Schaefer
Port-A-Johns
Francis Scott Key
Barbara Fritchie
Frederick County Schools Praised Over OBE Debate
David Griffin from Frederick urges involvement with public schools and Carroll Manor Elementary, contrasting critics of Outcome Based Education with a positive view. He urges parents to visit schools, participate, and support educators to improve the system for their children.
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OBE
Frederick County
Carroll Manor
Frederick
Frederick County News Briefs Include Christmas Lighting Eases and Deer Season
Frederick Mayor Hugh V. Gittinger and OCD official Alton Y. Bennett report changes in blackout rules will ease lighting for merchants during Christmas. The deer season reopens for one week after a two year closure. regional warden reports plentiful game and anticipated hunter turnout. The War Production Board asks hunters to save deer skins for military needs. Attorney Richard E. Zimmerman and Sheriff Horace Alexander discuss with commissioners the status of George Wilson Blake amid illness and ongoing trial. County to hear site proposals for the county-state courthouse complex at West Patrick Street. hearing date to be announced. Residents urged to plan weekend travel and service stations report Sunday closings per Nixon gasoline conservation push.
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Frederick
Hugh V. Gittinger
Board of Adermen
Frederick County
Director Office of Civilian Defense
OCD
Alton Y. Bennett
State
Benjamin Phobus
War Production Board
Richard E. Zimmerman
Horace Alexander
George Wilson Blake
Rockville
Blake
Donald L. Lewis
West Patrick Street
Winchester Hall
Richard M. Nixon
TV's value in modern society and parental controls
The passage argues television is profitable and influential yet not a babysitter. It urges guardians to set viewing times, avoid indoctrination, and consider removing TV if unable to supervise children. It notes both positive and negative aspects and invites personal judgment on content. Carrie Harris Frederick
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America
Paths to Truth and Love Across Beliefs
A reader argues against religious exclusivity, praising the universal creative force present in all beliefs. Emphasizes love, tolerance, and shared humanity, noting Jesus among many teachers and urging open arms over conflict to find peace and unity.
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Jesus
God
Remembering Veterans Day and its meaning
A veteran laments the commercialization of Veterans Day comparing it with its original purpose. He credits American Legion groups for preserving the day and honors fallen soldiers who fought in World War II, praising their sacrifices for global freedom. Thurmont resident William B. Bruchey signs the letter.
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America
United States
Europe
U.S
Pacific
American Legion
Amvets
V.F.W
Disabled American Veterans
Witchcraft discussed in letters to editor
In recent letters to the editor there is debate over new age beliefs and witchcraft. Some readers express discomfort with these religious ideas, while others urge study of their tenets to see common foundations. The piece argues against confining the creative force to human limits and notes people’s tendency to personify and own everything.
Fetal farming debate stirs fear over abortion research ethics
The piece argues that President Clinton has used executive powers to reinstate fetal farming and experimentation funded by tax dollars. It claims researchers seek fetuses at specific ages, encourage delayed abortions, reimburse mothers, and compares to Nazi authority. It also quotes Rebecca Rhodabeck on fetal development and pain, urging opposition to abortion support.
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Clinton
Hitler
Germany
Home the greatest school, says letter writer
Middletown reader Jackie Denhalter argues in defense of family time over extended schooling. She asserts learning occurs at home, counts parental involvement as the nation’s best investment, and restates Debbi Kadoura’s point by praising homes over schools.
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Debbi Kadoura
Ms. Kadoura
Gun control not the answer say Leslie Davis
Leslie Davis of Myersville argues that stricter gun laws fail to reduce crime and violence. He says criminals obtain illegal guns regardless and urges harsher prison sentences for offenders instead of more gun regulations.
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U.S
Letters to the Editor Address Details
Ne welcome your letters Address Letters i the Editor The Frederick News Post P O Box 570 Freder ick MD 21705 Or here fax your letter 682 4299.
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Frederick Mews-Post
P.O
Frederick
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