Maryland lawmakers raise and hoard millions for future campaigns
Editorial notes Maryland's eight congressmen and congresswomen ended last month with about $24 million saved for future races, averaging roughly $300,000 each. Roscoe Bartlett of the 6th District kept little surplus, while Ben Cardin of the 3rd District held about $569,000. Bartlett faced a tough challenger Don DeArmon and exited with $221,000 left, spending heavily his opponent ended with $2,975. The piece praises Bartlett's service and argues money alone does not guarantee votes.
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Maryland
Congress
Roscoe Bartlett
Ben Cardin
Cardin
Dr. Bartlett
Don DeArmon
Beverly Byron
Byron
The Man Who Loves Children Christmas Card from Frederick
The column reflects on family growth in Maryland with Roy Meachum noting weddings, grandchildren, and a writer’s affection for children. It details Thomas marrying a Minnesota bride, a new home in western Howard County, grandson Christopher rising in soccer, and other Meachum family milestones in Frederick and Germantown. The piece ends with a Christmas message celebrating children’s grace amid adult complexities.
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Thomas
Minnesota
Howard County
Frederick
Christopher
Michael
Kim Meachum
Susan Stonesifer
Montgomery County
John
Germantown
Sarah
Holy Child
Jack
Naan Ray Colt Hexane
Ford’s
Kari
Roy
Washington
Dept
Rome
Paris
Berlin
Chicago
Manhattan
Bush should reach out not bend in victory battle lines
The piece argues Bush must reach across to Democrats and good will Republicans, avoiding alienation of core supporters. It contends the Democratic left and national media push bipartisanship rhetoric while urging tax cuts and reforms, urging Bush to unite Americans who backed Gore while preserving core Republican principles.
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Gere
Capitol Hill
Bush
Corp: Tence
Charles Raners
New York
Americans For Democratic Action
Texas
George W. Bush
Dan Rather
US Supreme Court
George W Bush
Senate
Orban
White House
Congress
TNC
Bush White House
Washington
Kut Bush
Center
Los Ageles
CHS
ABU Nbc
CNN
George Wo Bush
Art Bhonty
Thes
Denis Hastert
Tom Daschle
Dick Gephardt
al Gore
Capital Hill
Christmas baskets given to veterans at Newton Hospital event
Thirteen prisoners at the local jail completed a three week project of Shen tu Anders to construct a firing muzzle in the basement. The Festival of Christmas celebrated in Fredericks Courthouse Square featured carolers and window decor. Michael Mihiner was re elected president of the Frederick County Homebuilders Association and awards were given at the Central Maryland Antique Tractor Club banquet to top pullers of the 1980 season.
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Prisoaners
Sherit Sumer
City Polee
Shentu Anders
Cini
Michaels Mihiner
Frederick County Homebuilders Association
David Smith
National Homebuiders Association
Diane Yingling
Ladies Avatar
Debbie Milliner
Aumhary
Central Maryland Antique Tractor Club Inc
Danny Knill
Pete Knill
William Barnes
Artie Lowe
Gary Butts
Brad Wastler
Tom Moser Jr
Yarnell Waser
Medical Alert Stickers Proposed for Windows and Cars
A reader urges authorities to place medical alert stickers in car windows to prevent misunderstandings after collisions. They warn that tax funded officers and private citizens may overreact, and stress education to reduce fear and protect people in accidents.
A Student's View on Dyslexia and Misconceptions
John Randall Gorby argues in a letter that dyslexia is broader than reading ability and criticizes Don Ald Johnson and Robert Forder for underestimating its scope. He notes many with strong reading skills still face dyslexic challenges and questions college instructors' understanding of the issue.
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Donald Johnson
Robert Forder
Dr. Johnson
Dsten
Praise for Carolyn Ott on Dyslexia Program in Frederick County
A reader commends Carolyn Ott for her December 13 letter about the dyslexia program in Frederick County. The writer recalls his son in first grade being identified as dyslexic and placed in a phonics program with support, noting the program’s strong impact through elementary school but diminished help in middle school.
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Carolyn Ott
Frederick County
Ag Dain
Elemen
Parent concerns on dyslexia program timing and support
Debbie Cheslowski of Middletown argues that beginning tutoring in first or second grade is key and questions delaying until high school. She urges modifications to the program to sustain progress and avoid restarting efforts.
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Merit
Carolyn
Goode Named Community Relations Representative in Ayko
Congratulations greet Frederick City as Jesse Goode is selected to head community relations. The mayor praises the move as addressing conflicts while Goode, Baltimore Police Academy graduate, is lauded for honesty and city service.
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Frederick City
Jesse Goode
Ayko
Baltimore Police Academy
Jim Grimes
Jesse
Deaf doctor helps by helping others progress in communication
Overcoming obstacles notes Pr Heather Hunt's work aiding hearing impaired individuals to develop communication skills and reduce isolation. The article highlights mutual effort from both impaired and non impaired people, and praises Heather for her lifelong commitment and family support in Raleigh North Carolina.
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Heather Hunt
Heather
More people but where in Frederick County
In a letter by Charles Aaron Fredenck the author questions state population growth and the distribution of a 2,800 increase in public safety funding. He asks whether funds go to corrections or law enforcement, and if growth matches local needs.
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Frederick County
Nadal
Crume
Frederick City
Noisy band prompts letter on band value at Urbana High
A letter by Daniel Huffman Frederik questions Urbana High School band practice. The writer suggests moving conversations away from the band and asks why the band does not rehearse on the football field to avoid disturbances. The missive discusses hearing distance and seeks a practical solution.
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Christine
Stone
Urbana High School
Letters to the Editor and submission details
A reader instructions piece outlines how to send Letters to the Editor for The Frederick News-Poat. It provides a P O Box address in Frederick Maryland a contact phone number and an email entry option. The text is garbled but centers on guiding readers to submit letters.
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Frederick Mans-Poat
P.O. Box
Frederick
Fen
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