Maryland Delegates Push Tough Crime Reforms in Annapolis
The piece praises District 4A delegates Tom Hattery and George Littrell for pushing crime-focused laws in Annapolis. Hattery seeks a maximum life term for first time child molesters and a life sentence without parole for second offenders. Littrell proposes truth in sentencing requiring at least two thirds of the term served. The column supports harsher penalties and opposes early releases, noting Maryland’s high profile cases and the need to hold criminals longer.
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Tom Hattery
George Littrell
Annapolis
del. Hattery
Frederick County
Maryland
Mr. Hattery
Littrell
Parole Board
Mardi Gras in New Orleans Redistributes Power and Glitter
Roy Meachum recalls a Mardi Gras transformed by machines not mules and by an African American surge in Rex and Zulu prominence. He notes massive crowds, lavish throws, and lasting city warmth amid a changing cultural balance shaping New Orleans carnival life.
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New Orleans
America
Lucky
Lupo
St. Charles Avenue
Coast Guard
Rex
U.S
King Zulu
Mississippi
Generation X Attacks American Way of Life
A Scripps Howard News Service column argues Gen Xers aged 18 to 29 threaten Baby Boomers by demanding jobs and possessions. It mocks youth complaints, notes presidential figures will resist relinquishing status, and urges a gentle pacification to avert conflict.
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America
Disneyland
Paris
Generation X
United States
Jimi
Janis
Washington Post
Busted Taney and Johnson Busts Vandalized in Court House Park
Paint was smeared on Chief Justice Roger Brooke Taney and former Maryland governor Thomas Johnson busts in Court House Park. 450 spectators watched Frederick High School All-Stars lose 49 to 30 to Fort Belvoir Engineer team at the Frederick Armory. A National War Fund appreciation note was received by Rev. William C. Royal. Middletown High School finished five months early at 5.2 million dollars, slightly over budget. Maryland Classified Employees seek 500 per year raise for full-time workers and Blue Cross Blue Shield benefits. Mint Julep Classic Dog Sled Race held in Thurmont drew 76 teams and 300 spectators.
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Roger Brooke Taney
Thomas Johnson
Maryland
Court House Park
Taney
Johnson
Frederick Armory
Frederick High School All-Stars
Fort Belvoir
Army
National War Fund
William C. Royal
Frederick
Frederick County
Maryland Classified Employees Association
Larry Camp
Thurmont
Bartlett and Shays push perks cut for congress
William Bruch ey of Thurmont writes that Rep Roscoe Bartlett and Rep Jim Shays seek to end perks like the congressional dining room and free airport parking, arguing the federal government should cover costs while lawmakers retain other benefits. The letter questions who pays and defends lawmakers’ pay.
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Roscoe Bartlett
Congressional
Washington
Shays
Bartlett
Well rounded approach for high school maturation debated
Meredith Fouche of Rohrersville argues on a national talk show that high schools should offer more courses on self awareness and self improvement. She agrees relationships have value but should not dominate the school years, urging focus on academics, sports, clubs, and other growth activities.
Standards on air pollution debate in The Frederick News-Post
Reader letter by Bill Bond argues against air pollution hysteria citing tail pipe exhaust as a pollutant source across vehicles and vessels. It outlines concerns about perception and calls for measured standards.
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Frederick News-Post
Bill Bond
Big Brother
Bond
Frederick
Public Letters Call for Pollution Rules and Health Care Reform
A reader argues pollution controls are needed and defends government standards while criticizing corporate profiteering and health care gaps. The letter praises President Clinton’s stance on healthcare costs, urges Congress to act, and notes the burden on working Americans lacking insurance. SHIRLEY HAPP Braddock Heights.
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U.S
Congress
Bartlett
Clinton on track on health issue
A letter by Republican Rep Roscoe Bartlett criticizes the Clinton health care proposal. The writer voices concern about partisan rhetoric blocking cooperation and offers no alternative solutions. The piece reflects debate over health reform and congressional attitudes.
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Clinton
Roscoe Bartlett
Bartlett
Congress
Letters to the Editor at The Frederick News-Post
The Frederick News-Post invites readers to submit letters with name address and phone number for verification. Due to high volume, publication cannot be guaranteed. Poetry and religious verse are not accepted. mail or fax letters to Frederick Maryland address or number.
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Frederick News-Post
E. Patrick Sr
P.O
Frederick
Talefax
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Sicily
Naples
Louisiana
Commodore Tommy Lupo
Congo Square
Louis Armstrong Park
Mr. Armstrong
Saichmo
St. Charles
Jack Payton
James Dean
Scripps Howard News Service
Middletown High School
William B. Bruchey Thurmont
Meredith Fouche
Rohrersville
Tom Faulk Frederick
Shirley Happ
Braddock Heights
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