Debate Over Frederick County Liquor Licenses Sparks Law Talk
Local liquor store owners press the Frederick County delegation to back a state bill reducing licenses. Proponents cite responsibility, opponents warn of reduced competition and policy lag since 1949 census figures. The debate touches minors sales fears, with stores denying any propensity to ignore the law.
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Frederick County
Public schools funding call to county commissioners
Jennifer Prather urges Frederick County to raise taxes to fully fund the board of education budget. She contends underfunding harms students, notes overcrowded schools and shrinking resources, and urges public attendance at upcoming commissioner meetings to press for adequate funding and long term planning.
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Board of Education
Frederick County
Frederick County Public Schools
Jennifer Prather
Mount AY
Americans favor foreign aid at current or higher levels study says
A University of Maryland poll shows Americans misjudge aid levels, with most thinking 15 percent of the budget goes to foreign aid though it is about 1 percent. A strong majority support maintaining or increasing aid, while many want aid focused on need and self-reliance rather than strategic interests.
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University of Maryland
Hall
United States
U.S
Soviet Bloc
Middle East
Africa
Asia
Latin America
Congress
Maryland
Israel
Egypt
Carter
Britain
France
Russia
Caleb Rossiter
Coalition
Saudi Arabia
West Bank
Fire at Lingapore filtration plant injures none
A night watchman reported an explosion at the Lingapore filtration plant after fumes from an oil burner ignited. Windows and a furnace-room door were blown out but damage was minor and no one was hurt. The old furnace was destroyed and the plant had not operated due to ample water supply.
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Lingapore
Clarence Tobery
William J. Davis
Hugh V. Gittinger
Waiting Customers at Family Restaurant Spark Worker Protest
A Walkersville waitress describes pressure from large groups who linger in the smoking section, drink coffee, and order little, depriving others of tables and tips. Employees propose a one hour limit to protect earnings and keep the restaurant family friendly, facing accusations of discrimination.
Letter on safe sex and abortion impacts in education
A reader responds to Ed Jenkins's letter urging education on safe sex. The writer recalls personal teenage pregnancy at 13 and abortion, arguing parental guidance and sex education prevent harm and psychological or medical consequences.
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Ed Jenkins
Mr. Jenkins
Abortion views and participatory democracy proposal
Letter discusses abortion rights, noting abstinence as ideal and supporting a woman's right to terminate pregnancy in many cases including rape and medical reasons. It argues for expanded citizen participation via a rotating five commissioner system and critiques the county manager model. Signed by John Hagerhorst McKaig.
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Legion
Closer ties needed for county residents
A historical reflection on Frederick County democracy, contrasting early participatory governance with modern scale challenges. The speaker notes a shift from direct voice voting to ballots, recalls the 1850 system with a commissioner per 10 000 residents, and argues for preserving local participation as population grows.
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Frederick County
Frederick County Cuts Fifth Grade Band Classes Allegedly
A fourth grade student at New Midway Elementary reports a plan to end fifth grade band programs in Frederick County. The classroom note notes a delay in starting instrumental instruction, with the student expressing concern about losing two years before participation.
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Frederick County
Letters to the Editor at The Frederick News Post
The Frederick News Post invites readers to submit letters with name address and phone number for verification. Many letters are edited for space or taste and publication is not guaranteed.
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Frederick
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