EPA Expands Vehicle Exhaust Tests Into Maryland Counties
Maryland counties Frederick, Washington, Charles, Calvert, Cecil and Queen Anne's face added EPA mandated inspections every other year to ensure vehicle emissions meet federal limits. Failure to comply could trigger loss of highway funds, a move critics call extortion and warn would punish local motorists. Senate and House members insist cooperation is needed to secure funds amid fiscal crunch.
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Home ownership woes from aging reader’s tongue in cheek
An aging narrator lists why buying a home after 60 is a grim rite of passage. He mocks mortgage dependence, maintenance hell, and complex modern systems while urging lottery luck or a condo escape. He recalls simpler repairs, urges a hardware-store toolkit, and jokes about safety tips and needed trades.
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U S Guns Slip Into South Africa Amid Sanctions Strain
U S officials probe whether American shotguns and accessories reached South Africa in breach of apartheid sanctions. Three firms Jonas Aircraft and Arms Nosler Bullets Mossberg International claim shipments went to Zimbabwe via Cape Town, raising concerns of sanctions evasion and potential use against black South Africans.
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Former Frederick chemist to head Bolivian cement plant
Fifty years ago Frederick native George A. Zeigler sailed from New York to Bolivia to assume chief chemist duties for Sociedad Cemento Boliviano in Viachi La Paz under a three year contract. He would be joined later by his wife and daughter Ruth.
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Trust Bush Leadership on Iraq and Kuwait Crisis
Michael L. Kolbay argues Saddam Hussein driven by greed, warns sanctions unlikely to force change, and cites Iraq as lacking public pressure due to its closed, dictatorial society. He supports turning back Iraqi aggression and restoring Kuwait, linking national survival to war potential. Walkersville.
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Road residents urge markers on Shookstown Road
A 1951 resident on Shookstown Road requests clearer road markings between Rosemont Avenue and Waverley Drive to ease heavy traffic and foggy conditions. They cite a 20 mph speed trap and Rosemont access restrictions as unnecessary burdens caused by a small activist minority. Eastview Sandigan and Irongate join in noting minimal cost and taxpayer benefit.
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Yeutter described as Bush conservative sparks GOP quarrel
Chris G. Schmitt argues that President Bush selection of Agricultural Secretary Clayton Yeaster as RNC nominee is a liberal in conservative clothing. He derides the claim by White House press secretary Marlin Fitewater as an oxymoron and emphasizes internal conservative dissent within the party.
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Letters reveal political divides over abortion and war policy
Shauna Lawrence argues for freedom of choice on abortion and criticizes conservatives as 1992 nears while urging voters to hold Rep Beverly Byron accountable for backing military force against Iraq. She praises James Moran and praises reverse sting efforts, highlighting local political tensions in the 6th District.
Byron votes for Iraq war resolution in Congress
The Frederick News-Post reports Rep Beverly Byron voted for a resolution authorizing President Bush to use military force against Iraq. Constituents favored continuing UN sanctions two to one by phone calls. Byron said it was Congress as it should be. Damascus resident Herman J Teunis notes disagreement.
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Frederick News-Post Reported Monday, Jan. 14, Telephone Calls To Rep. Byron
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