Maryland Officials Pledge Pay Raises Amid Election Year
In Annapolis the president of the State Senate and the Speaker of the House promise pay raises for state employees. With 80 000 voters affected they expect funding will be found as the 1994 legislative session opens in about three weeks. The outcome hinges on how money will be found rather than whether raise will occur.
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Maryland State Senate
House
Annapolis
Christmas Tree Secret of the Woods Recall
Jutta Etchison Hanna recalls childhood Christmases spent cutting trees with her family. She describes snowy sleigh rides behind Dolly the horse, the woods beyond the tollhouse, and the joy of selecting and trimming their tree. The memory lingers as a cherished family tradition and a link to happier winters.
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Dolly
Joffessnn
Predaric
Father
Earich
Hanna
Frederick
Education gimmick sparks farmer reader outrage
Josephine Hremsberg of Naddici UAHA LAD Eva condemns a Dec 6 column quote likening education to “the way a farmer talks to his cows.” She argues no link exists between first grade readers and farm talk, urges deeper OBE concepts, and questions Anderson’s retest notions while supporting meetings to clarify learning objectives.
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Frederick County
Cornell
Anderson
Obe
Driving conduct blamed on youth drivers in city
A local report condemns younger Frederick drivers who ignore stop signs and red lights and fail to signal. It notes many motorists over 60 should face an awareness test before continuing to drive amid pervasive road dangers and constant radio noise.
Milestone Columnist Reflects on 2000th Piece and Dog Rescue
A veteran columnist marks his 2000th column since 1979, noting the milestone and the toll of word count. He recalls two controversial essays and recounts rescuing a frightened dog on a busy bridge, which drew angry letters yet highlighted kindness and restraint.
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Oliver North
New York City
Rooney on Writing and the Writer’s Watchful Eye
Andy Rooney reflects on the pitfalls of factual errors in print versus talk, noting how print invites scrutiny. He recalls misplacing Chesapeake in Virginia as a North Carolina example, explains column timing, and emphasizes ongoing writing despite aging and repetition.
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North Carolina
Chesapeake
Virginia
Four year sentence for Blake ends 1948 assault case
George Wilson Blake former labor organizer pleaded guilty to assault and battery and agreed to drop other charges in a Rockville Circuit Court proceeding. He received four years confinement in the House of Correction. The case capped two years of prosecutions in Frederic County as part of a broader set of criminal actions.
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George Wilson Blake
House of Correction
Rockville
Frederice County
Who Pays Taxes and Gas Tax Fairness Debate
A reader letter questions gas taxes and sin taxes in the December issue of the News-Post. The author argues taxes fund benefits for others, defends collective tax policy, and questions fairness toward those who pay but do not gain direct use, signing as John A. Raymond.
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Jann French
Dwain Stockman
Jann
Letters on driving habits through generations
A reader contrasts driving cultures across generations, noting older drivers learned driving as a privilege and pleasure with caution and consideration for others, while questioning Mr. Stup's generation practices.
Gratitude Note to Victor Cullen Academy From Antonio’s Family
The family of Antonio in New Carrollton thanks Victor Cullen Academy for guiding him back to the right path. They credit the staff with instilling life values, responsibility, and self respect, noting Antonio chose to continue his education and talents. The family expresses that Cullen makes a real difference in homes and society.
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Victor Cullen Academy
Antonio
Victor Cullen
Shortsighted Maryland Governor Faces Laurel Job Drift
Carl Kruhm of Urbana criticizes Governor Schaefer for city focused governance in Baltimore while neglecting Laurel and the rest of Maryland. He argues capital flight and missed trade boosts risk long term state economic recovery and questions Maryland’s competitiveness versus Virginia as the governor travels internationally to drum up business.
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William Donald Schaefer
Maryland
Balmore City
Laurel
Sir Donald
Balmer
Virginia
Poster sale to benefit fire companies stories recall Kibbles dog
Richard and Peggy Otto recall a Dec issue story about a border collie named Kibbles living in Ijamsville. Firefighters fought a fire at a log home but could not save it due to water scarcity, arriving around 3 PM and returning late at night. The Ottos thank firefighters and State Farm agent David Stone for help.
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Kibbles
Ijamsville
David Stone
State Farm
Citizens protest Lewistown Utica sewage plan in Thurmont letter
William B. Bruchey of Thurmont urges Frederick County to oppose a land discharge sewage plan for the Lewistown Utica area. He cites low stream flows in Fishing Creek, groundwater concerns, and critiques county commissioners and the Maryland Department of Environment. He calls for new officials who prioritize residents over money interests.
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Frederick County
Lewistown
Utica
Maryland Department of Environment
Letters to the Editor Address For Frederick News
Readers are urged to send letters to the editor at The Frederick News. Due to high volume, publication cannot be guaranteed for all submissions. Mail to Letters to the Editor 200 E. Patrick St Frederick MD 21705 or fax 662-5299.
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Frederick Man
Post
E. Patrick St
P.O
Frederick, Ma
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