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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1992
Page
3
Tomorrow new taxes take effect in Maryland including a 2 cent tax on newspapers sold in newsracks and higher diesel fuel taxes. The paper will absorb the rack tax and keep price at 25 cents to keep information affordable, though some tax revenue will come from sales. The change also raises delinquent tax interest to 13 percent and ties professional licenses to tax compliance.
Frank Crowson argues gun ownership preserves freedom against government overreach and societal decay. He cites historical edicts, Lithuania, and a paraplegic and Secret Service incident to claim fear of firearms pales next to tyrannical control. He urges responsible training, personal defense, and civic courage to protect families and freedoms.
Ann McFeathers, reporting for Scripps Howard News Service, reflects on 1992 highlighting Bush's White House Christmas, humanitarian actions in Somalia and Hurricane Andrew relief, medical breakthroughs, economic shifts, and a voter turnout that deemed democracy effective while acknowledging ongoing global violence and inequality.
Reported by Homer E. Taylor of Lexington that his loaded tractor-trailer ran off U S 240 between Frederick Junction and Urbana, overturned on a hill, struck a culvert. he escaped injury and no charges were filed.
A letter criticizes Mr Pleasants and his supporters for pressuring Frederick County officials through lawsuits. The writer warns that subverting planning officials and threatening litigation undermine democracy and public opinion in the dispute with county commissioners.
The mayor reports ongoing efforts to address a major incident tied to past supervision and contracting. Investigations by the FBI and Frederick County State's Attorney’s Office found no widespread employee involvement, but reveal bribes and inflated billings by one individual. Controls have been tightened and new regulations created to prevent recurrence.
Frederick mayor Paul P. Gordon praises city employees for integrity while urging swift action against bribery reports. He decries continued press focus on Mr. Menon, who was sentenced in federal and state courts, and calls the case closed. Joan M. Dailey urges ending coverage and protects Shook.
Thurmont reader urges full voting independence for commissioners amid claims that personal ties influenced Eyler rubble decision. The letter argues politicians must serve the public, vote by conscience, and avoid conflicts of interest.
Editorial criticizes Donald Quigley and the Mayors office for leniency toward Shook over a $2000 bribery link. It argues immunity for other contractors and urges disqualification from city bidding. The piece frames Menon as part of a larger scheme and calls for a broader accountability.
Local instruction requests readers sign letters with address and phone for verification though not published. Editors may edit and narrow selection due to volume. concise letters have best chance. Editors discourage poetry and verse. publishing incurs a fee and letters should address Frederick County topics.
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