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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1994
Page
14
New Frederick County commissioners face a serious shortfall after a late budget forecast. The budget officer admitted underestimating needs while the previous board had projected a $9 million surplus. Spending over the years and looming bills raise the possibility of a tax hike, though officials hope to avoid it.
A sixth grader accuses a teacher of battery and custodian abuse. The teacher remains on payroll but is removed from the classroom while prosecutors weigh charges. Critics urge presumption of innocence and caution naming the teacher, citing similar Walkersville cases and calls for due process and school involvement before action.
The piece argues that welfare reform is a nationally urgent idea driving voter demand and party realignment. It credits Bill Clinton with making reform a campaign focus while noting other priorities and the 1994 electoral shift toward Republicans amid public calls to overhaul a bloated program.
The piece argues Clinton must craft a bipartisan plan amid fierce welfare reform proposals. It cites Virginia’s strict measures, states the uneven aid payments from $685.48 in California to $121.50 in Mississippi, and notes a regional pattern with Southern states among the lowest recipients. The piece frames reform as democracy's rebirth and warns reform zeal can overshoot into new excesses.
The Thurmont Library shows a history of local covered bridges past and present, highlighting their role in Frederick County history. The exhibit praises bridge rebuilding and urges broader adoption in libraries and government forums to promote learning and education.
State Game Warden E Lee LeCompte reports Maryland hunters tagged 450 deer in the seven county one week open season ending December 9 a new record. Garrett County led with 279, Worcester 45 and Harford with one first ever. Other counts include Allegany 40 Washington 39 Frederick 17 Cecil 29. Also notes a Zonta Club meeting at Francis Scott Key Hotel 16 Hood College singers led by Betty Blome with accompanist Phyllis Muir. Christmas movies for children sponsored by local Junior Chamber of Commerce and Tivoli Theater. Captain Charles McClue and Salvation Army volunteers manned red kettles for 500 area families. CPR Basic Life Support classes planned at Maryland School for the Deaf with five instructors: Donald Ammons Dwight Newbold Ardith Newbold Vicki White Larry West. Weather notes mention rain causing slick roads with some snow near South Mountain and Hagerstown.
Paul Barbot Jr addresses errors in a front page bridge mural story. He confirms the dedication is October 14, 1995 and clarifies grants are arts council funded, not government. He rejects requests for extra city funds, and notes a public private partnership with Shared Vision raising over 830,000 for Frederick art projects and the Bridge Builders Outreach initiative.
A reader applauds public viewing of a mural in progress and thanks corporate and private donors. Shared Vision plans a formal fundraising campaign in the new year, hoping public backing will fund completion and continue music programs for youth in New Market.
A parent extols middle school music programs led by Mrs. Julie Robinson. The letter argues against scheduling changes that would reduce electives, praising the band orchestra and choir, and noting the impact on student growth, teamwork, and lifelong appreciation of music.
A Bakerton, West Virginia writer laments the dangers pets face on Frederick and Jefferson County streets. He recounts fostering numerous strays, the effort to keep them safe, and criticizes careless owners for letting dogs roam, urging practical precautions over blame.
Readers are invited to send letters to the editor with name address and phone number for verification. Due to high volume publication is not guaranteed. Mail to Letter to the Edler Frederick News-Post PO Box 578 Frederick MD 21705 or fax to 662-8299.
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