End of an era as E Paul Magaha Sr dies at 81
Frederick remembers E Paul Magaha Sr a two term Democratic mayor and World War II veteran whose leadership bridged a rural town era and the early growth years. Ronald N Young recalls a city built on close community while downtown faced new malls and shifting commerce. Magnus legacy includes service as alderman and mayor and dedication to public duty.
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E. Paul Magaha
Frederick
Ronald N. Young
Magaha
Campaign Against Caller ID Sparks Maryland Debate
Roy Meachum argues that C P telephone’s Caller ID promises privacy and safety but risks harassment and surveillance. He notes opposition in Annapolis over free neutralizers, questions about use by shelters and police, and doubts about profit motives and public fear tactics. He condemns aggressive marketing and urges balanced access while protecting personal privacy.
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al Boyer
Maryland
New Jersey
General Assembly
Annapolis
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Ma Bell
Official's past catches up with him in Washington sting
A close friend of George Bush was arrested in a 1988 Washington, D.C. prostitution sting for soliciting for immoral purposes. Less than a year later he received a key government post with security clearance as special assistant to Bruce Gelb at USIA. Gelb knew of the arrest yet kept him on, citing social connections and a Bush pipeline.
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George Bush
Washington, D.C
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Jack) Sloat
Bruce Gelb
U.S. Information Agency
Gelb
Sloat
Bush
USIA
Charles Wick
Wick
Washington Area Tennis Patrons Foundation
D.C
Karen Moss
Mark Gilkey
Moss
National Intelligence Daily
Central Intelligence Agency
Sloat scandal and USIA ties raise security questions
Washington report details Sloat arrest in a police sting with a prostitute posing officer, charges dropped after community service, and later job friction over security clearances. It notes CIA background checks, Bush administration links, and the broader push for prison reform amid rising federal inmate counts and drug offender trends.
Frederick area headlines a series of local events and incidents
FRANK Frerie, 31, shot during a store holdup in Frederick. his injury not serious. First arrests in two months of Frederick County theft wave involve three Emmitsburg residents. Johnny and His Band played at Sears to launch a weeklong sales carnival under manager J J Gilgallon. Rev William C Royal announces Irene Olson as executive secretary replacing J Sheldon Turner. State Commission on Human Relations hearings critique Frederick County volunteer fire companies and social dynamics. Local residents object to a dog boarding facility near Woodsboro. over 40 attend a Board of Appeals hearing. County commissioners rescind two county attorney appointments after applicants withdraw, citing workload concerns.
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Frank Frerie
East Church
East Streets
Frederick
J.A. William Frerie
Mary Dollinger Frerie
Germany
Frederick County
Emmitsburg Area
Happy Johnny
Wray
Baltimore
William C. Royal
State Commission On Human Relations
City Hall
Woodsboro Area
Frederick County Board of Appeals
Animal Resources Inc
Media overlook Panamanian invasion harms and unseen soldiers
A returning Army Reservist argues the Panama invasion facts were underreported, detailing corruption under Noriega, widespread harassment of Americans, and heroism of 11 000+ US personnel stationed in Panama who aided in liberation and rebuilding, urging balanced media coverage and reflection on long term aims.
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Noriega
PDF
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7Th Infantry Division
Southern Command
Bush
Not an Invasion but a Gift Panamanian Letters Explain Feelings
Letters to the editor reveal wide ranges on stay length from one year to forever with forever most common. Panamanian gratitude is expressed for U S actions. A Panamanian mother thanks the invaders for peace democracy and justice in a Tropic Times note.
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Free Enterprise
Freedom
Democracy
Tropic Times
Judge Gives Lenient Yet Punishing Sentence For Allens
Margaret E Harp cites judge’s two 10 year terms for Pat and Karen Allen after child abuse the court deemed an accident. Prosecution sought 3 months to 4 years. psychiatrist urged counseling and funding for a child abuse center. Frederick County Commissioner Charles Smith praised support for decent people who erred.
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Lenny
Pat
Karen Allen
Jesus
Christ
Charles Smith
Frederick County
Changing times demand new firefighter system
Kenneth E. LeCompte argues for a blended volunteer and paid firefighter model to meet evolving county needs. He notes volunteers face changing work norms, training demands, and less local presence, urging a task force to design a cooperative system that protects taxpayers while preserving volunteer service.
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Michael A. Calhoun
Calhoun
Fire Service
Prince George’s County
Montgomery County
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