Operation Thunder fuels push for air strikes against Iraq
The piece argues that a named air strike, Operation Thunder, could proceed within a week using carrier forces due to Saudi Arabia’s refusal to host air fields. It critiques reliance on smart bombs, questions coalition absence, and urges diplomacy over violence while noting risks to civilians.
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Washington
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Persian Gulf
Marine Corps
Anthony Zinni
Saudi Arabia
Saddam Hussein
Air
Bush
Madeleine Albright
United Nations
Hussein
Thurmont School Redistricting Faces Community Backlash
Sharon Orchard of Thurmont urges officials to upgrade Sharon Orchard School rather than redistrict, citing childcare, transportation, and funding issues. She warns redistricting could threaten teaching positions and calls for PTA engagement and alternative options for remodeling or building upgrades.
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Thurmont Elementary
PTA
Board of Education
Thurmont
Sharon Orchard
Clinton vows hardball on tobacco taxes in 1998 battle
The Clinton administration pressures Republicans to back a $1.10 per pack cigarette tax, framing it as a youth smoking prevention measure. Gore endorses tough anti tobacco legislation while Democrats rally tobacco allies. GOP leaders resist, arguing for a narrower bill focused on preventing teen use and liability relief for companies. Morton Kondracke notes escalating political warfare as funders from tobacco push both sides.
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GOP
al Gore
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John McCain
R-Ariz
Kent Conrad
D-N.d
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McCain
Congress
Trent Lott
Mississippi
Tori DeLay
Texas
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Treasury Department
Porras
Big Tobacco
Morton Kondracke
Edihor
Roll Call
Capitol
Scouting Dinner Honors Eagle Recipients in Frederick
Nearly 500 Scouts and Cub Scouts from the Francis Scott Key District gathered at Calvary Methodist Church to celebrate the 38th anniversary of Scouting in America. Eagle awards went to Richard Morgan and George Donald Smith. Paul Fillion served as master of ceremonies.
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Francis Scott Key
Calvary Methodist Church
America
Richard Morgan
George Donald Smith
Paul Fillion
Frederick High School
Challenger Remembrance Sparks Reader Critique
James D Marker of Frederick criticizes The Frederick News-Post for publishing a remembrance the day after the Challenger disaster anniversary, calling the coverage unfair to the families and the crew. He highlights the Jan 29 issue and the headline Disaster recalled.
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Frederick
New Market United Methodist Seeks Temporary School Space
The New Market United Methodist Church requests mayoral approval for a temporary classroom facility to meet growing Sunday school needs ahead of a planned long term expansion. Dating to 1801 the church is described as an antique and seeks support from town officials while promising continued goodwill toward the mayor and residents.
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New Market
Derr House deserves one more look before disposal
A reader argues the Derr House, though termite dampened and structurally fragile, could be saved with carpentry, masonry, a structural engineer, and support from the historical society and government. Bids at about $550 000 showed restoration challenges, but a careful rebuild and cladding might preserve an old landmark.
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Frederick
Historical Society
Letters to the Editor on preserving old Frederick houses
The writer argues for restoring an old house in Frederick County rather than demolishing it to develop land. He says builders focus on affordability and land development, not preserving history, and urges a hard road to maintain local heritage. Michael F Stavish recalls family orchards and Mount Airy life, while tributes note Harry Black's peaceful passing and memory.
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Frederick
Frederick County
Harry Black
Ray Meachum
Memories of Harry Blackwell the Humble Orchardist
The writer recalls three memories of Harry Blackwell in Frederick County. He guides to a local field marker, describes Blackwell sorting imperfect berries at the back of a store, and recalls a late autumn conversation about life while tending the store alone.
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Harry Blackwell
Frederick County
Harry Black
Patricia
Thave
Letter writer questions Clinton honesty and morality
Dotty Olands readers letter prompts a reply arguing Clinton is not functional or honest praising economy while dismissing moral standards. The writer worries about misused power and as a parent questions leadership ethics before conceding if the economy stays strong.
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Clinton
White House
Hillary
Letters to the Editor at The Frederick News Post
The Frederick News Post invites signed letters with writer name, home address and phone numbers for verification. Due to high volume, publication is not guaranteed and abridgement may occur for space. Send by mail, fax, or email to designated addresses.
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Fredenck News Post
Frederick News-Post
E. Patrick SL
P.O
Frederick
Fredericknewspost.com
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