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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Feb 19, 1993
Page
4
Maryland farmers oppose merging the Department of Agriculture with the Department of Natural Resources arguing the move could preserve the same bureaucracy under a single umbrella, costing the state money while eroding ag leadership. They urge efficiency and farmer input to achieve genuine savings.
Roy Meachum laments Oscar snubs as many worthy films have not played locally in Frederick. He notes lack of Best Actress nominees seen on screen, mentions The Crying Game and Howard's End among nominations, and reviews current local listings including Groundhog Day Homeward Bound The Temp Untamed Heart. He hopes Hoyts will arrange Frederick theater for these titles.
The column notes how quickly Time magazine CNN AP Newsweek began polling on Clinton's performance, highlighting the rushed first surveys and the media's appetite for early opinion data. It mocks fabricated poll details about mango chutney at a state dinner while stressing media momentum in the weeks after inauguration.
A writer urges readers to question presidential job performance polls and question the reliability of media driven data. She cites a Newsweek figure claiming 83 percent felt qualified to judge Clinton's early performance, urging people to answer honestly and with care rather than reflexively.
Fifty years ago the Maryland Senate backed a 200 yearly wartime bonus for teachers while rejecting a 400 option. Frederick High prepared to help with ration book registration though its school was not listed. Prices rose for food as a public stock sale trimmed values. Brunswick police chief received valentines from two brothers in different military posts. Five thousand spectators watched 88 sled teams at the Mint Julep Classic on Catoctin Hollow Road. Jessie Johnson became the first black woman to start a new Frederick post office job after Human Relations Council charges. Ink Cline retired from Independent Hose Company after 37 years driving for the firm.
Jeremiah Kelly of West Frederick Middle School praises the Frederick County Outdoor School program at Camp Round Meadow. He highlights academics plus teamwork and responsibility, noting hikes, group meals, sports, and historical visits. He urges keeping outdoor schools open for future generations.
Rep Roscoe Bartlett praised the National Fire Academy in Emmitsburg, stressing steady federal backing for the Fire Administration. He noted the academy trains thousands of firefighters annually, boosts local economies, and highlights nationwide efforts to cut fire losses.
Maryland leaders have backed fire safety legislation and memorials. Senator Sarbanes and former Rep. Byron helped enact 1990 law designating the Fallen Firefighters Memorial in Emmitsburg as the official national memorial. The annual service honors fallen firefighters with over 1500 attendees, while local officials push for ongoing safety upgrades and public visits.
Frederick City Mayor Paul Gordon and the Board of Aldermen will host a roundtable with the Affordable Housing Commission to review the commission's report and recommendations. They express reservations about scattering affordable housing across developments to combat stigma, citing concerns from South Market Street and Third Street neighborhoods.
Frederick residents praise Theatricks for recent feature coverage. The theater group held a meeting to chart its status and future growth with community support from local merchant David Williams. Members Julie Herber-Dougherty Tom Dougherty Susan Thornton Kayte Curtis and others aim to bring high standards to family theater and expand programs for Frederick's citizens.
Readers are invited to send letters to the editor at The Frederick News-Post. The address is Letters to the Editor The Frederick News-Post 200 E Patrick Sr Box 578 Frederick Wa 21705. Telefax or teledax options may apply with postage ranges noted.
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