Maryland primary sees wide field and Lyndon LaRouche on ballot
An editorial notes Maryland's March primary offers broad candidate choices including Lyndon LaRouche on the presidential ballot despite being imprisoned. It explains filing rules, signatures required, and urges voters to prepare for November races and delegate selections, while reaffirming editorial restraint.
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Maryland
Polis
U.S. Senate
America
Lyndon LaRouche
LaRouche
U.S
Gun laws debated as Maryland bills threaten ban on assault rifles
The author recalls early rifle safety training in Canada and argues Maryland Governor Schaefer’s gun package hides a broader aim to restrict firearms. He cites a 48 firearm ban, possible confiscation, extended waiting periods, and local control, urging public contact with Annapolis representatives to oppose confiscation and defend Second Amendment rights.
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George H. Ballard Grammar School
William Donald Schaefer
National Rifle Association
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State House
U.S.A
Maryland School For the
The
U.S.S. Cain
African American History and Woodson’s Legacy Highlighted
Reflecting on Carter G. Woodson’s 1926 Negro History Week, the piece celebrates Black History Month as a recognition of African American achievement. It notes racism remains and calls for continued action, while stressing black contributions powered America’s rise, including labor and economic growth.
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Carter G. Woodson
United States
America
Woodson
Black History Month reflects on progress and parity
John E Jacob notes African American workers who built railroads and clashed with oppression shaped the nation. He highlights black communities and institutions that fostered progress, the current rise in political and economic influence, and the ongoing fight for full parity amid recession and renewed racism.
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America
Potomac Motor Lines Seeks Discontinuance in Frederick
Potomac Motor Lines Inc plans to ask the Maryland Public Service Commission to stop operating its motor bus service in Frederick, citing ongoing losses. The Potomac Edison Co bus service, begun after trolley abandonment, faced a similar fate. County Schools Superintendent Eugene W. Pruitt says school openings will shift to 9 a.m. due to parental protests, ending the 9:30 a.m. late start. Postal officials require all enemy aliens over 14 to obtain a registration certificate before February 28.
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Frederick
Potomac Motor Lines Inc
Maryland Public Service Commission
Potomac Edision Co
Eugene W. Pruitt
Frederick County School Budget Hearing And Superintendent Vote
About 150 residents attended a budget hearing where non salary costs were pegged at 3.8 million dollars and salaried costs at 299 thousand. Dr John L Carnochan won reappointment as superintendent 6-1, Chris Matthews dissenting, citing doubts about his performance. Board President G Hunter Bowers voiced confidence. The board also urged Annapolis to restore 2.5 million for renovations at Thurmont Middle and Frederick High Schools.
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Board of Education
John L. Carnachan
Frederick County
Chris Matthews
Carnochan
G. Hunter Bowers
Annapolis
State Board of Public Works
Thurmont Middle
Frederick
Call for Friday local gas price listings in The News-Post
Roy Linton of Frederick urges The News-Post to publish Friday local gas prices for a 10 day listing from service stations, showing the three lowest area prices to boost competition, save time and fuel, and aid consumers during economic recession.
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Congress
U.S.A
Europe
News-Post
Frederick City
Driver Whose White Pickup Hit Car And Left
Letter writer Dennis C. Saylor of Union Bridge recounts a Monday January 20 collision at the Thomas Johnson Drive and Opossumtown Pike intersection. He notes both occupants wore seatbelts, the 1969 Oldsmobile Cutlass was damaged but he and his daughter were uninjured, and the other driver fled. He also rails at state politics and busing concerns in Middletown, Maryland.
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Thomas Johnson Drive
Opossumtown Pike
Letter condemns hit-and-run driver who fled scene
APRIL N. GRASTORF writes about a driver who drove away after an accident on Thomas Johnson Drive or U.S. 15. The letter questions whether the driver will tell parents, blames the lack of insurance or responsibility, and states leaving a fault accident is illegal and harmful.
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Thomas Johnson Drive
U.S. 15
Health care town meeting shapes Western Maryland view
Beverly Byron reflects on a January 14 health care town meeting in Hagerstown drawing about 200 attendees and echoing nationwide concerns about high costs and access. She notes not backing a single plan yet, emphasizes primary care and prevention, tax policy, malpractice reform, and the need to balance reform with costs while promising Western Maryland a continued voice in Congress. Christopher Fowler weighs in on free speech principles.
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Maryland
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