Citizen group TCG to aid Frederick County public officials
The new group Taxpayers for the Common Good aims to provide advice and information to officials and keep residents informed on local government issues. It joins established groups like FUTURE CODE HIT and Taxpayers In Action, broadening citizen input into countywide spending and services. Joining PTA and local groups is encouraged as participation grows.
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King birthday thoughts punctuate a contentious DWI case and race notes
The column recalls Willie Mahone facing dropped drunken driving charges amid ongoing civil rights dispute with police, questions motives and scrutiny of African American professionals. It notes MLK Jr. birthday observations, shifts in demographics, and hopes for equality of opportunity under law.
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Particwar
Martin Luther King Jr
Martin Luther King
Dr. King
Iour
West senators clash over Grand Canyon power and price
Washington lawmakers clash over Glen Canyon Dam and cheap hydro power. Senators Tim Wirth and Malcolm Wallop oppose environmental limits that would raise power costs, while McCain and DeConcini push the Grand Canyon Protection Act to curb water manipulation.
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Colorado
John McCain
Dennis DeConcini
WAPA
McCain
DeConcini
Grand Canyon Dam Bill Sparks Taxpayer Subsidy Debate
Jack Anderson reports a proposed amendment would make taxpayers fund a government study of Glen Canyon Dam effects and cover cost increases in electricity from environmental protections. supporters say subsidies keep rates low via WAPA, while opponents insist polluting the debate and environmental limits could be financed otherwise. The issue stalls the Grand Canyon Protection Act amid Bush veto threats.
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Blood Donor Drive Plan Meets Ready Frederick Labor Force
At the first meeting of Frederick Chapter Red Cross Blood Donor Committee plans were laid for a volunteer drive to aid armed services men. Ten Frederick industries reported their workers can meet the two day mobile unit quota, many already volunteering to give blood. Local merchants warn sugar hoarding may force daily purchase limits. Mrs Allen G Quynn of Frederick returns from Hawaii after Pearl Harbor attack, declining details per policy.
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Armed Services
Frederick Industries
Red Cross
Allen G. Quynn
East Second Street
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Residents develop an alternative to widening U S 40 east of Frederick
Twenty years ago residents of Bartonsville area unofficially backed by the Frederick Planning Commission proposed a six lane 1 70N north of U S 40 while keeping the old Baltimore Pike as a local route. St Johns Elementary Frederick closed temporarily for illness recovery. Eastern Shore lawmakers called Mandelmandering unconstitutional and prepared a court challenge to reapportionment. Frederick officials sought city impact details as county health enforced new Maryland House Bill 23 letter laws.
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Frederick
Bartonsville
Marvin Mandel
Frederick County
Maryland
Bush era economy and global shopping woes in Monrovia
David G Fay laments the recession touching many in Frederick area and nationwide. He notes layoffs and underemployment while criticizing leadership and consumer choices. He recalls shirts and coats made abroad, NFL and Notre Dame licensed products, and GM job cuts as signs of broader economic strain.
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Korea
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Fighting Irish
Seoul
Japan
Germany
General Motors
U.S
Canada
Letter to the Editor on King’s Birthday and NFL Business
Joseph Green reflects on practices in Arizona during Martin Luther King Jr Day comparing it to the NFL keeping doors open on the holiday. The letter cites Alzheimer’s care burdens and aging family challenges, noting limited public interest and the need for support groups. Marilue Sullivan, Walkersville.
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Arizona
Martin Luther King Jr
Ode from an old forester shows long years of service
James T. Trout Tramsville, a state forester for 34 years and conservationist for 75 years, urges Marylanders to plant one tree to reduce erosion and improve air quality. He recalls rockfish, oysters, and past Bay prosperity and warns against clear cutting, noting his million-tree planting record and hope for future generations.
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Bay
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Understanding Alzheimer Disease and Ending Apathy
A reader calls for greater understanding of Alzheimer’s disease and less apathy toward patients. The message notes a husband living with the condition for over four years and asks for renewed attention and support in the New Year.
New school site sparks taxpayer anger over costs
John Renninger questions county actions over a Urbana high school site and 800000 in savings, noting a single vote against the plan. He objects to a 120000 extra for Twin Ridge construction and asks what residents gain from nearly 1 million in excess spending.
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Urbana
David Gray
Twin Ridge School
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