Combating charity scam calls in Maryland a reader note
The piece notes nuisance charitable solicitations, praises answering machines, and highlights Maryland Secretary of State guidance. It cites 3800 charities registered in Maryland and offers a free information line 1-800-825-4510 plus a Giving Wisely brochure. Donors can request charity financial statements and donor rights, with an option to opt out via the Direct Marketing Association address.
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Secretary of State
John T Willis
News-Post
Maryland
Direct Marketing Association, Inc
Farmingdale
Meachum dogs share holiday antics and quiet affection
A humorous Christmas vignette describes coonhound Sweetwater and airedale Boomer at home over the holidays. Sweetwater alternates between affection and a wild streak with family, while Boomer quietly blocks the TV and finally joins the narrator for companionship. The piece ends with warm Boxing Day wishes.
A royal family for America to ease presidential duties
Opinion argues that the United States should adopt a constitutional royal family. It claims a monarch would handle ceremonial and fundraising tasks, freeing the president to govern. The piece imagines titles for Gore and Hillary, and proposes funding via coronation TV rights.
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Great Britain
Phillip
Elizabeth
Charles
Fergie
England
al Gore
King Albert
Mary Elizabeth
Tipper
Nike
Frlume Media Services
News-Post Recaps Local Events From Emmitsburg to Frederick
A News-Post summary notes Muse Tailoring plans a new plant to open by mid 1948 on recently purchased Frederick County lot. A West Main Street resident saw a bright 18 foot disc object pass over Dr. Beegle’s home, the second sighting in two months. David V. Abbott of Union Bridge wins $500 in Canada Dry Spur contest, with Helen Boswell and Ernest L. Beker taking prizes. Local volunteers aid Christmas toy distribution, while Frederick Community Center renovates and appoints Hazel Eagan as director. Frederick City owns the former B&O station at All Saints and Market. Charles E. Haines of Middletown named safe driver of the year by Frederick Postmaster John Young for years of accident-free rural routes.
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Muse Tailoring Company
Monroe Schloss
Schloss Bros. Company
Baltimore
Enterprise
West Main Street
Emmitsburg
D.L. Beegle
Canada Dry Ginger Ale, Inc
Shipley Bottling Works
Frederick
David V. Abbott
Union Bridge
Philco
Helen Boswell
Thurmont
Ernest L. Beker
Seventh St
Fforts
South Market Street
Hazel Eagan
Frostburg
B&o
All Saints and
Market Streets
City of
Charles E. Haines
Middletown
John Young
Mr. Haines
National Safety Council
Me Young
Elected school board debate reappears in Frederick County
Lynn Brooks critiques Frederick County ongoing debate over elected versus appointed school boards. She cites historical low voter turnout and a shortage of qualified candidates as warnings against electing the board, arguing process quality may influence education.
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Secionl
Frederick County
Whittier Residents Call for Scale Controls on PNP Project
A Whittier resident urges Frederick City Planning Commission to limit size of a 20,000 plus square foot Planned Neighborhood Development and keep it neighborhood oriented. He advocates Whittier as benchmark for future PNPs to preserve beauty and safety and to balance developer and resident needs.
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Waller
Frederick
Whittier
No More Studies No More Delays in Weedsboro Bypass Fear
Residents along the new bypass in Weedsboro express concern that ongoing delays could worsen traffic and raise accident risk. The piece cites daily commutes and anxiety about becoming the next statistic as planners weigh the route and safety measures.
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Weedsboro
Residents push for red light at Coppermine intersection
Letters from Woodsboro residents urge immediate action on Coppermine Road at bypass crossing with calls for a full red light and reduced speed. They cite two months of study and unsafe traffic on Md. 194, urging turnout at the Jan 14 town meeting where the State Highway Administration will present a plan to halt cross traffic. Judy Klinger also voices fear and asks to be taken seriously. Ken Jones notes concerns about dyslexia in education.
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Coppermine Road
Woodsboro
New Midway
State Highway Administration
We’re judged by our actions at Jas JOCHOTO
A reflective rant by JOCHOTO questions political correctness and linguistic euphemisms. The writer argues truthfulness and respect matter more than terms, urging focus on actions over words amid social tension.
Dark Ages retort on words and disability terms
A reader criticizes Bruce Aderhold for using the word retarded and argues language reflects respect. The letter contends that terms like crippled and retarded are no longer acceptable and that offensive language impacts disabled individuals. It notes a broader critique of attitudes toward disability and mentions Attention Deficit and Hyperactivity Disorder in the ensuing critique.
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Bruce Aderhold
Aderfield
Aderhold
Letters to the Editor Policy at The Frederick News-Post
The Frederick News-Post invites unsigned letters with writer name, home address, and home and business phone numbers. Some letters are abridged for space. political letters are not published. Send by mail to The Frederick News-Post or by fax or email.
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