Bartlett urged deficit cuts without tax raises in Congress race
The piece praises Maryland's Roscoe Bartlett for focusing on reducing the federal budget deficit and shrinking government. It notes he joined 44 freshmen Republicans to press Clinton on deficit reduction without tax increases, touts his economic views, calls for line item veto, pork-barrel reform, and reducing duplication, and highlights his plan to donate about half his congressional salary to Sixth District students.
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Maryland
Clinton
Bartlett
Washington
Congress
Dr. Bartlett
Lady and the sheriff in a county power struggle
A columnist discusses Sheriff Carl Harbaugh and Commissioner Sue Ann Yingling in a heated political clash over the sheriff's autonomy and a proposed county police department expansion. The piece cites prior gambling crackdowns, budgeting debates, and Yingling's efforts to curb Harbaugh, highlighting tensions between elected officials and law enforcement governance.
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Carl Harbaugh
Sue Ann Yingling
Mrs. Yingling
Mr. Harbaugh
Harbaugh
Mrs Yingling
Ctizens
Sheriff's Office
Yingling
Tim
Sheng
Allogal
Sherif
Winchester Hall
Forfeiture payouts spur risk in the war on drugs
The asset forfeiture program is criticized as a cash cow driving police incentives. Officials note seizures fund operations and rewards for informants, with billions seized since 1985. Critics warn profit motive undermines justice while some cases show tragic misfires and false tips.
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Washington
New Jersey
Denver
U.S. Customs Service
Dean Boyd
Cali
Cary H. Copeland
Justice Department
John Conyers
D-Midh
House
Government Operations Committee
Charles Intreago
Tommy de la Rosa
Fullerton
Calif
de la Rosa
Renewed drive targets gambling as four arrests occur in Frederick
The 1943 report notes four men arrested for operating two local social clubs as part of a renewed effort to curb gambling. Meanwhile 22 county residents head to Fort Meade for Army duty, with the American Women's Voluntary Services aiding families at the station. Park issues, civic opposition to apartments, zoning appeals, and air quality concerns are also noted along with a wall collapse at Catoctin Furnace and a contentious Thurmont development proposal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frederick
Fort George G. Meade
Army
American Women's Voluntary Services
B&o
Frederick High School
Public health nurses in Frederick schools praised
Residents applaud the Board of Education and the Frederick County Health Department for placing public health nurses in schools. They argue teachers currently cannot treat injuries or administer basic care, delaying medical attention for sick children until a parent arrives.
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Board of Education
Frederick County
Lewistown rezoning sparks resident letter debate
A Frederick News-Post reader Fran Robinson opposes rezoning Covered Bridge Estates from Agricultural to a higher density, warning it will irrevocably alter Lewistown’s rural character and disrupt home life. The letter criticizes the Gang of Five and local governance for pursuing “progress” over residents’ lasting quality of life.
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Fran Robinson
Frederick
Board of Commissioners
Lewistown
Fredenck
Ron Sundergal
Letter writer blasts Frederick officials and nudity in arts
Margaret Thomas and L Thomas Brown critique Frederick County governance, land use, and the Weinberg Center. They call for a board that prioritizes residents over capital gains, urge honoring Ronald Young, question public access to art, and warn against becoming a nationwide laughing stock amid press coverage. They reference Lewistown and local projects and mention Michelangelo and Nudity in the arts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frederick
Rockville
Lewistown
Board of Commissioners
Carroll Creek
Ronald Young
Ron Sundergill
Weinberg Center
Frederick County
Mr. Leatherman
Michelangelo
David
God
Herbert Odenetter
Weinberg
The
Liquor Commission
McClellan
Oden
Paul Leatherman
City
Standing Ovation for Weinberg Center Controversy
Readers defend the Weinberg Center amid a controversy over the play Beat at the Weinberg Center. Critics argue laws are weak and some boycott the venue while supporters note attendance and community backing.
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Weinberg Center
Commissioners urged to work with sheriff in county security
A reader questions Frederick County leadership citing deputy shortages and delays in response. The letter accuses Commissioner Sue Ann Yingling of opposing Sheriff Carl Marhaud and calls for collaboration to strengthen the department, noting past policies and alleging political conflict.
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Frederick
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United Feature Syndicate
James H. Gambrill Jr
Frederick City
Maryland Ground Observers Corps
Herbert RB. O'Conor
Charles Sandy
Cunningham Falls State Park
Catoctin Furnace
Mr. Sandy
Thurmont Civic Association
Thurmont
Carroll Manor
Gladfelter Paper Mills
New Oxford
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Emmitsburg
Margaret Thomas Frederick
Ovid H Shreve Jr
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