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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1992
Page
4
An editorial argues for hiring non education trained professionals to teach, if they then receive proper training. It cites Frederick County where five such hires sparked debate, noting benefits of real world expertise and the need for teaching skills and certification. It urges colleges to attract more minorities and men into education while ensuring classroom readiness.
A local column questions why Frederick officials pursue civil charges against contractor Bill Shook over a roughly $2000 overcharge linked to Bal Menon. The piece argues the action could chill whistleblowing and foster graft acceptance, urging deeper scrutiny.
A reflection on simpler Christmases when a cedar limb with blinking lights stood in the hallway under a Truman draft board certificate. Grandmother’s hand made gifts, pecan selling, and careful wrapping contrasted with today’s heavy shopping after Thanksgiving as lines formed for videos, crock pots, Barbies, and more.
Rheta Grinsley Johnson reflects on gift giving during the holidays and the gap between desire and frugality. She recalls working people buying modest presents, contemplates handmade or meaningful tokens, and praises thoughtful gifts like books for children and tulip bulbs for adults. She notes her own shift toward responsible giving and cherishes family keepsakes and a planned walk in the woods with cedar lights.
The mayor and Board of Aldermen referred a Potomac Edition Company proposal to the light committee for a study on powering municipal street lighting. City Engineer W R Walter will ask the Frederick County Rationing Board’s fuel oil panel to approve diesel fuel for the light plant until the study concludes and action is taken. Local merchants report scarce candy and limited fruits with rationed chewing gum and ice cream. Frederick’s legislators held a public meeting on Blue Laws with views ranging from keeping them to abolishing them, most favor altering the law to cover Sunday sales. Developer A Phillip Brodsky told the Planning Commission a permanent sewage system may be built in Ballenger Creek watershed and residential zoning for a 43 acre Arcadia West PUD on New Design Road. Walkersville Planning Commission urged annexation of 272 acres near town, including 50 acres bought by the Frederick County Board of Education for a middle and high school. St Joseph’s College plans to lease its 200 acre campus after the 1973 graduation.
Mason Gray of Myersville writes in support of Colonel and Susan Corbin, praising their 13 years of Lake Linganore service and noting the Corbins paid $731.91 in dues this year while others owe more. He questions why the Corbins are singled out and urges the association to inform all members about a circuit court ruling affecting properties.
The Frederick Post discusses the Lake Singanore Association and a 1985 Jurgens case guiding HOA dues. It argues boards should report decisions openly, avoid hidden agendas, and not collect dues where court rulings restrict collection.
Jay B Winchester and Jack B Castle advocate removing outdated restrictive covenants in Lake Linganore and seek public partnership with Frederick County and Maryland. They cite the First Amendment to argue for freedom of belief and equal protection, urging alignment with state authority and broader civic engagement.
Reader letter defends Scouts as a faith-based organization and condemns a Madison group urging schools United Way to stop supporting the Boy Scouts. The writer argues for religious freedom and warns against coercive secularism, noting the Scouts’ emphasis on God and diverse faith participation.
Jeanne M. Ritchie of Middletown complains that coats labeled Made in China or Made in Manchu dominate stores she visited including Sears, Ward, Penney's, Hess, Kmart, and Burlington Coat Factory, with only one item noting American materials. She asks readers to share Frederick shops selling American-made clothing as she still needs a winter coat.
Readers are invited to submit brief letters with opinions. Include name and contact details but not full addresses. Letters should be concise and are subject to editor selection and possible editing. Send to Letters to the Editor at The Frederick News Post, 200 East Petuck Street, P O Box SFB, Frederick, WI 21705 or email.
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