Cautious optimism on Maryland farming yields in 2000
Editorial notes record corn and soybean yields in Maryland for 2000 but cautions that bumper crops lowered prices and profits. It cites a 67 percent rise in corn yields from 1999 but reminds drought in 1999 skewed comparisons. Prices remained weak at about 1.60 per bushel cost of production, with talks of shifting some corn toward human consumption for higher profits.
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Agriculture Department
Maryland
US Agriculture Department
Mt A
My DWI column thanks officer Trapp for professional arrest
Roy Meachum recounts his DWI arrest on a Tuesday and praises Sgt Wayne Trapp for professional conduct. He notes the self serving bar, the automatic license seizure, and the hearing to be held by the Motor Vehicle Administration while detailing his bemused reflections. He emphasizes the officer's courtesy and the need for responsible choices.
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Wayne Trapp
Sgt Trapp
Trapp
Cee Cout
Marylead In
Motor Vehicle Administration
Sgt. Trapp
Louisiana
Headquarters
Rockwell Terrace
Pushkin
Frederick
North Market
Frederick Department
Inauguration Route Folklore and Pennsylvania Avenue
Howard News Service notes a tradition that presidents gain inspiration from the scenery along Pennsylvania Avenue. It recalls Kennedy and Nixon era transformations, the stalled tempo buildings, and hopes Bush may find a new view or policy impetus as the avenue’s security measures and closures influence traffic and downtown commerce.
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US Capitol
Pennsylvania Avenue
White House
Kennedy
Washington
Roosevelt
Congress
Georgetown
Pennsylvania Avenue Development Commission
Capitol Dome
Nixon
Ea FT
George W Bush
Tempo
Pennsylvania
Clinton
Oklahoma City
George W. Bush
Frederick area notes and 1951 county affairs summary
Frederick residents await news of hostages in Iran as 52 Americans return home after deputy secretary Christopher signs release. A local sheriff and county treasurer announce public actions while the 13th Infantry Maryland National Guard conducts annual inspection. Nearby, Alaskan sled dogs tied to a Bala parade are found safe, and Mount Pleasant Cubs end winter dog butchering with several locals participating.
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Frederick
Iran
Warren Chnstopher
Candy
Feets
Joey
Damascus
Gaithersburg
Ronald Reagan
Honest reflection on race relations on King holiday
Alton E. Drew urges individuals in a great society to reflect on how they relate and cooperate with others. He calls for honest conversations with neighbors colleagues and friends about race relations and rejects the idea that everything is perfect even in shared moments like coffee shop chats.
Letters: Tax and fee reform critique in Brunswick region
A reader writing under the sign Tageous questions county taxes and fees. The letter accuses officials of inflated charges, criticizes expert studies as self-serving, and calls for an honest review of fiscal programs and growth-driven increases. The writer cites BILL MURR and local governance concerns.
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Itas
Columnist Arrested for DWI Reference
Kate Leckie reports the arrest of a columnist for drunk driving on January 18. The column notes the tension between public safety and personal reputation as the detainee questions the arrest and whether options were offered.
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DWI
Kate Leckie
Nlite
Ara Gd
Moegan Nealeset
Car ticketing during funeral stirs community ire
Ernestine Brown was laid to rest at Ebenezer United Methodist Church on January 15. During the service about sixteen attendees were forced to move cars outside, prompting criticism of an officer’s conduct and a call for review of traffic management at the church ceremony. MARTINA CAMPBELL addresses local concerns over sheriff’s deputies and respectful handling of mourners.
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Ernestine Brown
Ebenezer United Methodist Church
Citatons
Sherif
Reactionism and Liberalism in Modern Debate
This brief opinion piece argues that reactionism may align better with 1930s German conservatism than current liberalism. It criticizes blanket labeling and calls for lively political debate over name calling, referencing Jody Williams in Harpers Ferry West Virginia.
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Kas Baker
Etter
Germany
Bettmore ABC Coverage Sparks Distasteful Reactions
Bettmore residents react to local news coverage by ABC affiliate. RON WATSON voices concern over tone and fairness in ongoing broadcasts.
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Bettmore
ABC Astate
Will
Columnist’s notes prompt Saen policy review by residents
A reader summarizes concerns about Saen policy on notes and mentions two incidents last year where individuals were detained at a station, with authorities citing care procedures. The piece calls for clearer guidelines and safer handling in evolving incidents.
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Saen
Bresthafyrer
Ordans
Do not drink and drive warning from Vicki Gotthett
A brief public safety note urges avoiding drunk driving with the closing line Better yet do not drink and drive The message appears to be a spoken warning attributed to Vicki Gotthett urging the public to stay safe and not operate vehicles after consuming alcohol.
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Ion Dag Hessies
Endless taxes and fees spark local alarm on increases
Readers complain of rising taxes and fees across services amid mounting costs. Residents warn the aggregate burden strains budgets as government bodies push new charges and rate hikes, sparking concern about affordability and scrutiny of public spending.
Letters to the Editor at Frederick Poet section address
A damaged OCR fragment shows contact options for Letters to the Editor at The Frederick Poet with a mailing address P O Box 578 Frederick WD 21765 and a telephone number 301 967 0295 and an email line partially readable for submissions.
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Gap Eater
Prederick Hwers
P.O. Bex
Frederick
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