Name change for Reagan National Airport provokes mixed local response
Washington area residents show tepid enthusiasm for renaming Reagan National Airport, despite Clinton expected to approve. Critics cite traffic, lines, and parking woes while travelers may still choose BWI or Dulles over the city airport. Airlines keep Washington as the city name to avoid confusion.
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Frederick police chief under fire over hiring and minority policies
Frederick writer M Mick Mastrino argues against calls to remove Chief Ray Raffensberger. He praises the chief’s credentials and staff, contrasts past and present hiring practices, and urges focus on providing quality police protection while inclusively filling roles despite criticism.
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Letter in defense of Rotorex lockout workers
Katrina Guthrie of Middletown writes defending Rotorex workers locked out after their contract expired. She argues the firm refused settlement, notes workers’ loyalty and families, and criticizes a columnist for blaming workers and praising temporary staff. She asserts permanent workers’ long service and warns middle class critics may face similar consequences.
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Horse captured by sheriff after field near Greenfield
Sheriff Guy Anders captured a wild horse near Greenfield after debate on its fate. The animal was placed in custody at Montevue awaiting its owners. EB Sappington of 322 W College Terrace wrote to the editor praising Patrolman Charles Burras for snowy beat duties.
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No Derr House restoration column praised by reader
JAMES H BRYAN of Union Bridge writes that Roy Meachum's Feb 4 column No Derr House restoration is right on the money, signaling agreement with the columnist's views.
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James H Bryan Union
Public health plea on rabies control and public actions
A reader urges regional cooperation for raccoon rabies control noting high costs of bait programs and the need for a regional approach. CDC and officials favor statewide efforts, but funds are unavailable. meanwhile the public can help by vaccinating pets, avoiding wild animals, and reporting bites or exposures. Clifford Johnson State Public Health Veterinarian
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Letter to editor cites Derr House demolition debate
Penny Eiker urges readers to consider character in a letter to the editor dated February 5. The piece connects her message to the ongoing Derr House demolition dispute, noting the house could be destroyed in 1998 or much later, and questions what difference time makes.
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Derr
Letters question a house loss and trust in government
Scott Kline of Smithsburg laments housing development and societal erosion in Frederick County. He asserts the real loss is spiritual heritage and questions government trust, suggesting petitioning the master builder for help as the 250 year old Sebastian Derr House crumbles and fate rests with God.
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Sebastian Derr
Sky-high noise over Frederick city prompts action call
Frederick resident Lynn Brooks urges city leaders to curb aircraft and vehicle noise she cites aircraft traffic well below 1000 feet and vehicle radios as “audio graffiti” harming civic beauty. She questions the airport’s growth and appeals for stricter enforcement by the mayor and aldermen.
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Letters to the Frederick News Post for Letters
The Frederick News Post invites signed letters with name address and home and business phone numbers for verification. Abridged letters may be published. verses and addressed letters are excluded. Send by mail fax or email to the listed Freder ick MD address and numbers.
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Toy fair links dolls and Lego to computers and the Web
At the New York toy fair, toys connect with computers and the Internet. Lego blocks move with a miniature computer, Bull Frogg speaks many responses, Amazing Amy clocks sleep, Play & Teach Big Bird uses CD-ROM games, and Arthur dolls respond to TV cues. Movie tie ins and classic lines remain strong as 1998 previews unfold.
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Mother angry at son more than her over LeTourneau case
SEATTLE AP The mother of the 14 year old who fathered a child with former teacher Mary Kay LeTourneau says she is more angry at her son than at LeTourneau for the scandal. LeTourneau was sentenced to 7 1/2 years for violating early release terms, with six years minimum after good behavior, while authorities probe further contact.
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American Journal
Mary Kay LeTourneau
LeTourneau
Convicted killer Renfro to be executed in Texas
Steven Renfro, 40, condemned for a 1996 three kill rampage that wounded a police officer in Marshall, asked for no appeals and lethal injection this week, drawing little media attention unlike Karla Faye Tucker. Prosecutor Rick Berry notes the case’s extreme gunfire level in Texas crime history.
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Tucker
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California reels from storms as officials declare more emergencies
California endures another day of floods and winds as crews shore up levees and residents begin cleaning mud from homes. Gov. Wilson expands states of emergency to 27 counties amid looming new storm. A man dies after a car accident in the San Fernando Valley while a snowboarder remains missing in Angeles National Forest as rescuers search.
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HIV patients often withhold status from partners study finds
Four in ten HIV positives at two New England hospitals did not tell partners about their infection and nearly two thirds of those disclosed no condom use. The survey of 203 patients at Boston City Hospital and Rhode Island Hospital from 1994 to 1996 shows disclosure rises with single partners and spousal support, with race and transmission routes detailed.
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Archives of Internal Medicine
Michael Stein
Brown University Medical School
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Stein
Daniel Zingale
Aids Action
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