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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1992
Page
4
A reader urges Frederick County School Board to publicly justify ten new administrative hires. The writer argues that hiring decisions and the thawing of a freeze should be discussed in open sessions, not in private meetings, to maintain transparency for parents, staff, and taxpayers.
Richard D Klein argues rubble landfills harm nearby communities, citing cockroach infestations, nauseating odors, and hydrogen sulfide. He notes lead leachate, water pollution, and property devaluation, calling for stricter regulation, better routing, buffers, and recycling to treat rubble as a resource.
The Maryland Governor’s Advisory Council on Recycling includes Hervey Alter, Montgomery County resident and manager at the US Chamber of Commerce, described as representing vested interests rather than the public. Critics note his national stance on trash incineration and question his fit on a body formed to meet state recycling goals.
A critical essay argues the lobbyist PAC complex acts as a fifth branch of government feeding corruption. It cites Bill Clinton’s ethics alerts and the S L scandal, noting lobbyists and PACs wield billions to influence policy and finance political aims.
The piece argues that lines between improper and improper conduct blur in politics. It cites 1966 experiences with Rep. Adam Clayton Powell Jr. and lobbyists, noting how PACs dominate influence and suggesting reforms like banning political advertising to curb the fifth branch of government.
Fifty years ago on December 8 the Police Commission closed its three month investigation of the Frederick Police Department citing corrected faults since Arthur Poulsen became acting chief. The panel said it did not pursue charges, noting informants would not sign evidence. The note came as the Victory Corps at Frederick High School reported 90 to 95 percent enrollment in the Pearl Harbor Remembered War Bond sale, totaling 3941.15 dollars. Architect Charles F. Bowers outlined additions for Frederick High School including a natatorium gym with 2000 seats, a learning resource center, and upgraded track and bus area. Senator Charles Mathias spoke at the Frederick Rotary about reforms, wage controls, and water projects, with emphasis on the Sixes Bridge Dam. Historic District Commission began a special meeting with legal counsel note.
A reader questions the legality of turning on a red arrow despite Sgt. Tuel and local officials citing state law and a drivers handbook. The letter-writer urges current, accurate guidance and notes inconsistent enforcement and public confusion in Frederik.
Letter writer argues moral governance matters for family and society and criticizes electing leaders without ethics. Calls for specific appointees to USAID and UNICEF and urges Clinton to pursue a kinder, gentler world through strong international leadership. Michael C. Neely Frederick.
A reader discusses Domino's long hair policy for male staff and recalls a man with a long ponytail who worked at Domino's years ago, later becoming a praised Utah police officer. The note contrasts appearance with performance and mentions broader political and social topics.
In Frederick area, WFRE’s new country format draws minimal support with 91 votes for approval and 669 against in a Sound Source survey. The writer laments loss of a beloved station, noting local offices and dentist offices earlier tuned to WFRE. Christmas music and holiday mood fade without WFRE on the dial.
Readers are invited to send letters to the editor but must not include full addresses or personal details. Submissions may be edited for clarity and space. Mail to Frederick News-Post, 209 E Patrick St, Frederick, MD 21705 or P O Box 573.
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