Gordon Seeks Private Development To Build Downtown Frederick Center
Frederick Mayor Paul Gordon proposes selling or leasing a 5.2 acre city land parcel at South Carroll East South Commerce and Water to a developer who would then rent to government agencies. The plan aims to create a centralized government center to revitalize the southeast end, attract workers and services, and keep downtown Frederick alive.
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Abortion Debate in Maryland Blurs Party Lines
The Maryland General Assembly faces a historic abortion rights clash with lawmakers split along party lines. Pro life senators risk filibuster as debates focus on parental consent for teens and Medicaid funding for abortions in rape or health cases. the Catholic Church shapes the pro life stance while the France's RL486 pill could shift politics by making early abortions cheaper and less tied to doctors.
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Bush China trip sparks Senate probe into ties and Kissinger links
A Washington analysis questions whether Bush's China outreach reflects policy aims or business influence. Senate probes may question Kissinger Associates ties, Scowcroft and Eagleburger client histories, and potential influence on U.S. policy after sanctions following Tiananmen.
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Frederick News Briefs from 50 Years Ago Selections
A list of fire alarm system recommendations by a two‑committee panel led by W Bartgis Storm was adopted by the Board of Aldermen to improve call responses. Work began on a $2500 improvement project at the City Opera House. Emmitsburg Railroad directors voted to abandon the line after stockholder approval. Frederick power issues blamed on Potomac Edison switching amid a bad engine. Alderman Edward P Oden broke his ankle in a wintry slip on North Market Street. Jan 18, 1978 item notes Reichs Ford landfill opening hours and lighting. Walkersville High allows girls’ slacks after student petition. Angela Keilholtz named 1970 March of Dimes Poster Child for Frederick County.
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Impeach Frederick County Commissioners, Letter Support
Mary Jane Duggan urges impeachment of the Frederick County Commissioners for ignoring constituent wishes on using the Schroeder farm as a landfill. She backs letter writers Sylvia Bealer and Arthur Stine, calling for replacement with officials who will act on citizens’ wishes.
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Frederick County Bus Dispute and Radio Help Proposal
Letters to the editor discuss a school bus parking dispute in Walkersville and the demand for two way radios on Frederick County buses. Readers critique local rules affecting one family while others seem exempt and urge upgrades, including fence issues and a two year presence of the B.J. Express bus. A reader calls for American freedoms and decries government overreach. Clara Grimes supports equipping buses with two way radios for emergencies, suggesting donations and monitoring by Central Alarm. Emily Harrington asks about garnishment on Social Security payments amid a family hardship. Ronald Rutherford seeks information on Social Security garnishment practices in Hagerstown.
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Letter reader questions abortion debate phrasing
A Thurmont reader responds to Linda Bisaccia’s December letter on late abortion reasons, arguing the term creature dehumanizes a fetus with defects and urging mercy over harsh labels. The writer questions if such language could be used toward a handicapped person and calls for gratitude for divine mercy.
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Discovery window dispute in Walkersville community
A Walkersville area resident argues against a nuisance suit over a neighbor’s new window in Discovery. He notes the improvement in curb appeal and home value while criticizing local litter and lack of liberty in enforcing aesthetics.
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Champion for the home buyer questioned in complaint letter
Home buyer Vickie Swartzbaugh questions HOW Corporation’s role as warranty administrator rather than protector of homeowners. She cites a 1989 Frederick News-Post report on a Ryland/Rylea home not built to code and asks who enforces building codes when state county and loan institutions fail.
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Acceptable photo sparks debate on hunting faith and ethics
Clyde Berger criticizes a letter about a deer photo, defending hunting as acceptable sport and parenting, while accusing animal lovers of overemphasizing wildlife and contrasting it with abortion debates and societal decline.
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