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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 2002
Page
4
The Frederick County Board of Commissioners approved 860000 to equip emergency and fire volunteers with 1000 pagers 220 mobile phones and 400 portable radios. The measure backed by four of five members faced one dissent from Commissioner John Thompson who argued for taxpayer labels on gear.
A fragmented column argues U S policy falters amid Afghanistan, Yemen, Saudi Arabia and Iran tensions. It weighs Iraq as a possible next target, notes Saudi Iran anti U S sentiment, and questions Israel Palestine dynamics. It cites Zinni in Jerusalem and critiques Bush administration vigilance.
A satirical column rails against the Reid case and global airport fear. It parodies airport rules while noting Reid’s failed bomb attempt, the bizarre dangers of “exploding shoes,” and quirks of security culture, ending with a grim mock sentence of endless airline terminal life.
Stamps commemorating the 200th birth anniversary of Betsy Ross, maker of the first American flag, went on sale at the Frederick post office drawing many stamp collectors. The item stirred memories among locals including former students from Hood College and alumni.
Readers question Frederick Memorial Hospital policy on birth photography during delivery. An article about Tony Ross’s New Year birth referenced a ban during crowning, while claims of a policy reversal circulated. Community members seek clarity on whether FMH now permits photos of actual birth and why discrepancies occurred.
An angry reader criticizes a proposed Internet harassment bill as a “feel good” measure. The writer questions government bureaucracy, recalls Maryland traffic enforcement, and argues for fair trials while condemning perceived missteps by officials. The letter cites Diaz and Judge Edward Dwyer in Maryland.
A reader questions justice in the Spencer case arguing life imprisonment cannot restore the lost child. They critique jury fairness and mental health system decisions and ask who defines justice for Elmer and others, noting broad media coverage and faulting local care.
A child slipped from a 24 inch sidewalk on Matter Avenue bridge over US 15 at 40 mph and died instantly after being struck by a passing vehicle. Traffic was halted as investigators from bridge, road, sidewalk and safety agencies reviewed the scene. Officials confronted with prior warnings navigate damage control, while public outcry grows amid fingerpointing before autopsy findings.
The Frederick News-Post outlines how to submit letters and poetry for publication. It includes address, email, and phone guidance, notes on signed verses, and cautions about abridgment and public posting limitations.
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