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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 2001
Page
4
Community urges State Highway Administration to finish East Street extension to I-70 and create modern safe exit ramps. While new wider lanes on Md 85 355 help, the long term fix requires improving interchange layout on I-70 and I-270 corridors to reduce congestion and crashes.
The piece traces the rise of penicillin, the conquest of many infectious diseases, and the later emergence of resistant bacteria. It notes mutations and misuse of antibiotics as drivers, cites hospital infections, and highlights efforts to modify drugs like tetracycline and seek new antibiotics. It mentions Pharmacia and synthetic developments amid the United Feature Syndicate credit.
Representatives from Frederick Chamber of Commerce PTA units and community groups urged Frederick County Commissioners to fund needed city school construction. The rally followed a mass at the YMCA sponsored by North Market Street School parent teachers group.
The Frederick County Board of Education, on the recommendation of its audit and finance committee, approved buying five diesel buses at a total cost higher by 18 750 than standard buses. Projected savings reach 115 000 over 10 years, per John E. Tritt. Edward J. Campbell elected board president, Rose Barquist secretary, Gladys Ridge treasurer, Anna May Hughes vice president. Gerald M. Stewart named district court commissioner for District 11 at the Frederick County Courthouse to serve as full-time night commissioner.
A Libertytown reader urges reconsideration of Coach Ben Wright's resignation from TJ football, praising his integrity, financial help to students, and role model impact, while criticizing school board politics and calling for community feedback.
The speaker argues that removing filters from public library computers is a First Amendment issue, claiming obscenity should be protected speech and urging protection of children using library terminals. The text questions when society ceased protecting children and criticizes censorship.
James Florwick of Frederick explains how rate changes in phone plans tempt customers to switch. He notes June rate changes, 30 day re rates, and after switching tracks he now monitors monthly bills and uses a web alert for rate changes. The vendor credited him a goodwill token after consolidating three lines.
A reader highlights local publishing activity in Frederick County. Karen Gardner writes on Where the Highway Ends, Jim Garrison’s first book is released, and PublishAmerica’s Beatrice Toms gathers local poetry acclaim amid community ties and personal notes.
A reader argues the United States is a republic not a democracy noting the Electoral College and constitutional apportioned votes. They defend representative government, criticize direct public influence, and reference the founding Fathers and general media bias.
A reader criticizes Roy Meachum's defense after an alleged DWI arrest. The letter contends the sergeant properly explained implied consent and penalties, disputes Meachum’s IQ and motives, and asserts alcohol related crashes are common among drivers, especially older ones.
Gary Clearwater of Hamsville and residents express dismay at Brian Duncan’s resignation from the Frederick Economic and Community Development Commission. They cite his role in attracting Ultraprise Corporation and warn of impacts on job creation and county reputation. Carter Bank, Shepherdstown WV.
Donald H. Cox of Sarasota Florida writes to defend C Bartlett and question Ronald W. Wolf’s requests. He praises Bartlett as fair and caring, questions why Wolf complains, and notes he once voted for Bartlett while living in Maryland.
A tribute to Coach Ben Wright highlighting his coaching impact and support for Thomas Johnson track and field athletes. The author credits Wright for dedication, attendance at meets, and aiding student runners, noting the loss of a valued coach and praising his broader influence on the school community.
Wilma Smith outlines billing confusion after long distance rates rose without notice from $.07 day/$.05 evening to higher amounts. She details a $40 discrepancy on her bill and a $12 balance issue, noting that regulated states may require rate changes within plans and plans to consult a communications attorney. She contacted both vendors and received immediate responses.
The text critiques a 1977 dispute over due process for a accused individual, noting an alarming opinion and calling for a recount. It mentions individuals Spencer Jr and Nick Antosen, with references to abuse, predators, and “hypocritical letter writers” tied to Christopher's mother and ongoing pain.
A fragmented excerpt shows JARED C WASTLER and ROBERT KENNEDY references with mentions of helping others and the role of taxes. It includes stray phrases about liberalism and religious texts and cites Brian Schiffhauer with unclear context, reflecting a mosaic of opinions rather than a clear report.
The Frederick News-Post invites letters to the editor with signatures and full contact details. Abbreviations may occur due to high letter volume. Poetry religious verse and coded letters are not published. Send to The Frederick News-Post P O Box 576 Frederick MO 21705 or via 301 882 8299 or letters fredericknewspost com.
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