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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jan 19, 1995
Page
6
A Frederick County Planning Commission Urbana hearing drew criticism for late start, lack of citizen input, and perceived bias toward developers. The sequence saw staff and lawyers dominate before public comments, prompting frustration, calls for accountability, and a demand that officials prioritize residents.
John C Webb Jr argues that leaders in Annapolis and Baltimore subvert constitutional purity as Maryland confronts ballot handling flaws. He cites the Oriole Park funding, the 1994 strike, and Judge Thieme’s fast track in the Sauerbrey case, urging accountability for voters and communities.
In the 6th District, Congressman Roscoe Bartlett backed the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade, a 22,000 page treaty criticized for eroding U.S. sovereignty, sending jobs overseas, and empowering a World Trade Organization. Constituents reports claim calls and letters against passage dominated. Bartlett faced voter discontent over the decision.
Speaker of the House candidate Ertel Hulme, a man of many ideas, faces threats to public broadcasting. He advocates zeroing the $285 million annual subsidy, calling public broadcasting a sandbox for the rich. He argues mass audiences and ratings drive policy.
James Goldsborough argues against Gingrich's critique of public broadcasting calling it a non commercial, neutral cultural and informational resource open to all Americans. He asserts public funding keeps it independent, notes Voice of America and international broadcasting, and urges preserving noncommercial roots over free market reshaping.
At a regular meeting of the Frederick Mayor and Aldermen lawmakers were asked to pass enabling legislation giving city officials power to regulate taxicabs. Dr Ignatius Bjorlee resigned from the Police Commission and A Hart Etchison was appointed to fill the term. Public schools closed due to heavy snow while some parochial schools reopened for those able to reach classes. Mayor Hugh V Gittinger opposed a 7 cent county tax levy for roads, noting Frederick city street maintenance is funded locally. Maryland counties faced a winter storm watch as police logged numerous weather related accidents. A Frederick News-Post telephone poll showed strong opposition to Potomac Edison Co 22 percent rate hike. Dan Rupli organized a 15 minute blackout protest in opposition to the rate increase.
Community letter from Constance M. Kline of Myersville addressing local issues and sharing views on ongoing civic matters. Includes her perspective on community improvements and calls for public engagement.
Kathy Johnston describes her volunteer experiences at the Frederick Cold Weather Shelter. She notes policy questions and dignified treatment of homeless guests, highlighting generosity from donors and guests alike, and urges continued care despite criticisms.
Wade W Parrish of Brunswick writes to support Confederate display as heritage while condemning Cumberland City Council for removing the battle flag from city hall. He argues for compromise recognizing slavery's inhumanity and Union preservation, noting shared values and unity despite differences.
Readers are invited to submit letters with name address and phone number for verification. Not all letters are published due to volume and space. Some letters are edited for taste and poetry or letters to others are not published. Mail to The Frederick News Post address or fax line provided.
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