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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 2002
Page
3
Editorial argues the death tax punishes heirs and stifles family enterprises by taxing estates after death. It cites high rates as disincentives to save and pass wealth, notes Bush's 2001 phase out, and calls for immediate full repeal to prevent further losses to families and businesses.
The Bush administration proposes safeguards for 401(k) plans amid fears over heavy reliance on employer stock. The commission recommends limits on company stock holdings, and three-year blackout periods, while Democrats push for stronger diversification rules. Experts warn guarantees remain elusive and that independent advice may still fail to shield workers from market shocks.
The Monocacy River rose beyond banks in southern Frederick County after near 1.5 inches of rain. Frederick City changed Market Street traffic signals to a 70 second cycle to handle two way traffic. Protestant youth from Frederick County joined national movement events at Glade Evangelical church Walkersville. The ALS Service Council seeks a new program coordinator after previous director Harald Cohen departed. A four‑organization coalition in Frederick and Carroll counties forms to oppose a Patriadison 600-snagatan power plant project.
Letter from Murray Mason of Frederick criticizes MSPAP results and a proposal by Governor Glendening to expand collective bargaining for teachers. He argues taxpayers fund education yet see low proficiency and warns against higher property taxes to cover higher salaries and administration costs. The piece urges public scrutiny before further state action.
Maryland readers urge personal responsibility to curb drunk driving and support tougher sentencing, better alcoholism programs, and funding for policing, prisons, and rehabilitation. The letter-writers criticize current BAC and TAC standards, call for education, and question county governance.
A garbled local note hints at a mayoral race with Jennifer Nougherty connected to Dougherty and a Bell candidate urged to do the right thing. The piece references Christmas cards, perspective terms, and office balance, naming MIKI KIERNAN Frederick as a figure in the fragment.
In Frederick County residents weigh heavy industry as a source of well paying employment and regional competitiveness. A proposed Eastalco power plant on zoned industrial land could provide needed electricity and jobs for Kastalo and surrounding areas, prompting support from proponents like Samuel G. Kiky.
Mooney discusses Maryland political canons on driving and alcohol saying voters should demand candidates pledge stricter enforcement of existing laws. He cites Maryland lowering the BAC to 0.08 to cut fatalities and cites NHTSA studies as context for policy debate.
In a letter to the editor Frederick County Public Schools president Ron Peppe states there are no plans to create a middle school magnet program for gifted students. A study reviewed perceptions of parents teachers and students and led to curriculum changes, but not a middle school magnet program.
Readers criticize rapid land development around Frederick as strip mall growth accelerates near Interstate 270. They lament loss of affordable homes and question the town’s future identity under Mayor Jennifer Dougherty while calling for a fair hearing on MARC train and local growth.
Reader guidance outlines simple steps to have a name appear in the News-Post. It suggests writing a letter or expressing opinion to influence coverage of county government matters.
A fragmented letter rails at critics of gun rights, urging focus on keeping firearms out of crimes and praising current gun owners. The writer advocates better equipment for those on the street and questions anti gun sentiment.
Paula Roberts Frederick recounts encountering litter while cycling through the Frederick Municipal Watershed. She mentions beer cans bottles candy wrappers a diaper and two bags of trash she and friends collected using extra bags they brought. She wonders why people leave garbage in such beautiful places and jokes about an elf cleanup theory.
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