Pets as Christmas gifts raise safety and commitment concerns
The Humane Society warns that giving a pet for Christmas can become a burden after the holidays. They urge families to prepare for long term care, avoid dangerous holiday hazards, and consider adopting later with books and an adoption certificate to ensure a healthy, happy pet for future holidays.
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Indecisive diplomacy mars Bush gulf policy and unity
The piece criticizes President Bush for indecisive leadership amid the Saddam Hussein crisis. It argues the administration lacks a clear objective and confronts Congress, while relying on the UN and engaging with Syrian leader Hafez el Assad. It laments strategic missteps, praises decisive action, and warns of dwindling national resolve.
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Financial chief to police federal waste and fraud sought
Washington reports the White House seeks a chief financial officer to head a new anti waste squad. The office will monitor 23 agency assistants, target S&L asset sales, IRS unpaid taxes, and Pentagon inventories while inspectors general push for better accounting. Budgets, reforms, and political support shape the plan.
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Car Damaged In Curve Upset Near Jug Bridge
A Cleveland man wrecked his 1940 Ford after missing a curve at Jug Bridge, swapped to a new car at a local garage, and pressed on to Camp Holabird near Baltimore to reach the camp before midnight.
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Frederick
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Francis Scott Key Hotel
State Roads Commission
County Drug Testing Policy Criticizes Limited Randomization
Jeff Clem of Walkersville criticizes Frederick County for restricting random urinalysis to about 400 employees while many in safety and public service roles avoid testing. He calls for universal application to all county vehicle operators and paycheck recipients to create a truly drug free workplace.
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Bush era critique and Iran Contra era questions
Russell N Webber from Sharpsburg condemns U.S. foreign policy under Reagan and Bush. He cites Iraq Kuwait tensions, Iran Contra, chemical attacks, and alleged political hypocrisy while asking why the press does not challenge Reagan and Bush as it did Nixon Ford and Carter.
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Not Fit for a Dog The Cruelty of Banned Treatment
Anthony Stewart Lyons from Reedysville argues in favor of animal rights in letters to the editor. He condemns long term confinement of dogs, urging owners to show love and companionship and to treat dogs as deserving care. He contrasts vegetarian views with hunting debates.
Maryland tinted windows law sparks fairness debate
Sharon Hawker of New Windsor criticizes Maryland’s tinted window rules as a double standard. She cites her son’s police stop and ticket for tint and a police note detailing who may have tinted windows, arguing bans should apply universally regardless of vehicle type or owner.
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