Fowler Gets 4000 Fine and Light Sentence in Frederick City Corruption Case
John C. Fowler, connected to the Menon contract scheme, will pay a 4000 dollar fine and serve a minimally restrictive sentence with day work allowed and night weekend reporting. He pled guilty to perjury for lying to the FBI and grand jury, while Menon received a 15 month federal prison term as a co operator who also profited. Prosecutors note others cooperated and were granted immunity.
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Gary Jordan
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Arnick affair tests Maryland General Assembly ethics
Roy Meachum argues the Arnick controversy exposes a deep seated sexist culture in Maryland politics. He notes the influence of Gov. Schaefer aides and the reluctance of legislators to oppose a powerful ally amid misconduct allegations. The piece warns of electoral consequences and urges higher ethical standards.
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Why education can't be what it used to be
The piece argues education must improve beyond past levels as job markets shift toward automated and technical work. It notes fewer traditional roles for those who do not learn and cites a democratic liberal education as a historical American choice against European elite scholarship.
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Will Rogers
Karl Marx
Charlie Chaplin
Europe
Daniel Boorstin
America
Ideas to reform public schooling amid rising costs
A column argues money alone cannot fix schools. It proposes moving disruptive students to special classes, expanding computers in classrooms, extending the school year and day, creating intensive language programs, and granting principals more curricular freedom. Written for Scripps Howard News Service.
First Amendment protects Bent in theater controversy
The writer argues that First Amendment limits government interference with the arts and predicts a court challenge against a liquor statute applied to a play. Citing Barns v Glen Theatre and Justice Souter’s remarks, they praise Feste Productions and Frederick Arts Council for defending rights and urge continued stand.
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Cold 1943 fishing season opens as workers brace for wind
Fifty years ago yesterday, single digit temperatures and high winds drove civilians and military personnel to seek shelter. Maryland roads were mostly ice free except a moist patch on U S 40 near Jug Bridge under repair. Game Warden Phebus notes several hardy fishermen began the season at 12 am despite the chill. Local barber James C Rowe found a wall card about the dawn fisherman's resolve. Douglas N Howe promotes tiered parking to solve Frederick downtown space gaps. A Civic Federation letter urges officials to disclose potential conflicts of interest within 30 days. Giant store leads a $7 million Frederick County Square expansion with 30 new shops.
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Benjamin J. Phebus
Frederick County Civic Federation
Opposition to Arnick for Baltimore County District Court Seat
The writer urges Sen Derr to oppose the confirmation of former legislator John Arnick to a Baltimore County District Court seat. They cite alleged hostile remarks toward domestic violence survivors and lobbyists, urge reexamination before the final Senate vote, and emphasize battered women deserve fair access to justice and impartial judges.
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John Arnick
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Charles Smelser
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Letters urge judges who stand with battered women
A letter by Sue Hecht in Frederick argues for advocates on the bench to protect battered women and their children. It cites high murder rates among battered women and urges Maryland senators to oppose John Arnick’s district court nomination, calling for action and phone protests to Sen. Smelser and Sen. Derr.
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Anna’ Polis
Naval Academy
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Anita Hill
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Controversial Views On Gays in the Military
A fragmentary note by E White Campbell contrasts gay service with heterosexual roles and cites President Clinton’s remarks. The text also mentions Alexander the Great as historically excluded from military service.
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Clinton
Alexander the Great
Greece
Burkittsville Speed Bumps Spark Local Concern
Sylvia M Bealer of Knoxville voices worry about speed bumps on Main Street in Burkittsville. She argues the bumps could hinder emergency response from east to west and seeks public attention to the issue.
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Burkittsville
Maddletown
Brunswick
Main Street
Reader letter praises gold standard article and inflation discussion
A Mount Airy reader, Timothy R. Ferguson, commends Editor George B. Delaplaine Jr. for the Feb 3 Op Ed on holding the standard against inflation. He praises the traditional news tone and accessible language and encourages continued coverage.
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George B. Delaplaine Jr
Swahili Language Choice Sparks Debate Over English Prep
Marilyn Smith questions Swahili as a school language and the impact of canceling outdoor programs on learning cooperation and nature exposure. She asks if parents should have a say in curriculum and urges broader budget review by more parents before changes affect students. She notes forthcoming grandchild and hopes current opportunities endure.
Save Outdoor Schools Aimed at Real World Lessons
A reader argues that outdoor programs Green Top and Round Meadow teach more than science by fostering responsibility, self reliance, and an awareness of life’s fragility. The author, Mary Sue Harmon-Schrider, recalls attending Camp Green Top and Mar-Lu Ridge and urges keeping these camps active despite potential budget cuts.
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Round Meadow
Mar-La Ridge
Camp Green Top
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