Prisoners and public opinion on Guantanamo treatment
Editorial argues the United States has not mistreated Taliban and al Qaeda detainees at Guantanamo Bay. It defends routines like shaving, masks, and orange jumpsuits as humane and notes international monitoring by the Red Cross. The piece urges context, cites past abuses elsewhere, and emphasizes humane treatment regardless of criminal status.
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Taliban
al- Qaida
Bleeding Heart
l-Qaida
Afghanistan
U.S
Guantanamo Bay
Cuba
International Red Cross
Vietnam
Germany
Japan
Russia
North Vietnam
China
Americ
Hallial
Cross
Frederick News-Post Seeks Local Columnists for 2002
The Frederick News-Post invites applicants to join a rotating panel of six to eight columnists focusing on Frederick and Maryland topics. Writers will contribute three times monthly, with photos printed on the page, for a one year term. Submit a form and 400 word samples to Mike Powell by Friday Feb 1.
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News-Poest
Colums
Lac Fredenck
Ohiy
Frederick
Maryland
Fredenck
Mike Powell
The
Call for drug free Olympics at Salt Lake City games
The piece argues for a drug free Olympic ideal linking pure mind and body to fair play. It cites risks of steroids and EPO, mentions the World Anti Doping Agency, upcoming tests for HGH, and evolving codes for Athens 2004. It recalls past abuses and stresses equal opportunity across all athletes.
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Salt Lake City
Adeny
America
Athens
Ias
Gero
Tarmalyxiryon
Theodosites
Frederick County News Roundup From Regional Reports
Albert M Powell announces stocking plans for 170 to 180 rainbow and brown trout in county streams. Beavers from Garrett County thrive in Big Unti Creek while a fourth may have perished. Culler Lake drains to remove undesirable fish. completion expected in three to four days. Betty Grabill and Gloria Smith attend a two day work conference at University of Maryland led by Dr Mary K Carl and Katharine Sehlfield. Maryland Public Service Commission orders Phoenix Utilities to continue Lake Singapore water and sewer operations. Seven Frederick County natives named among Western Maryland nominees to U S military academies, including Chipley Castle Wy Silklien Amuss Shrines Lyon and others.
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Benjamin F Phebus Sr
Garrett County
Big Unti Creek
Catoctin
C. Cyril Klein
Culler Lake
Mr. Klein
Betty Grabill
Frederick Memorial Hospital
Gloria Smith Nissing
University of Maryland
Mary K. Carl
Katharine Sehlfield
Columbia University
Frederick County
Maryland Public Service Commission
Phoenix Utilities
Lake Singapore
Netve
Rep
Beverly
Byron
Western Maryland
the Nations
Michael A. Chipley
Eugene B. Castle
Jon Wy. Siiklen
Frederick
Geoffrey G. Nelson Stud Lov M. Amuss
Bull of
Mount Airy
David F Shrines Thurmont
Stephanie J. Lyon
Middletown
Cost of driving vs commuting prompts Web calculator
Theresa Western of Frederick argues driving costs are higher than many believe and urges using cost to commute tools on the Web. She notes reduced car insurance after switching to transit options and highlights federal workers may get employer-paid public transport benefits.
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Marc Rain Servicw
Cammaster
Lhi
MARC rail debate sparked by reader letter
A reader critiques MARC rail expansion and transit policy, arguing commuters base choices on convenience cost travel time and safety. The letter questions funding, political decisions, and the overall effectiveness of rail transit to ease commuting versus other options.
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Dave Atmer
MARC
Homredel
Miner
Afr
Mare Shana
Tsngpurtahian Phanos Syith
Dannanite
Letters of faith and rail policy blend in church service note
A reader letter discusses political use of rail funding and a church service described as family oriented and uplifting. It cites Speaker Smith and local pastors, praising accessible worship with guitars, hymns, and a communion service. The writer invites Smith to attend and reflects on diverse paths to faith.
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Ann
Phere
Smith
Tarinns Obiches
Brads
Hi Smith
Eagles flag theft hits Fraternal Order of Eagles 167
Ruth J. Burall, past president of the Eagles Auxiliary, denounces the removal of the United States flag from the Eagles 167 building for a second time this year. She questions the motivations and calls for the flag’s return, praising the Eagles as helpers of people and home country spirit.
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United States
Order of Eagles
Tam
Contemporary worship praise sparks church debate
Reader letters discuss contemporary worship, praising its positive press and refreshing impact while contrasting with traditional formats. A Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Frederick hosts contemporary services Sundays, with the same Bible lesson read and expounded as in traditional services.
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Mien Bray
David Si Smith
Ffngerstown
Up Teel Oul Giinisteigs
Good Shepherd Lutheran Church
Naam
Grood Shepherd
Divorces Filed in Frederick County Stir Local Interest
Readers discuss the Frederick Neun Post practice of printing divorces. Critics argue it shames individuals and distracts from substantive news, while supporters say it reflects local interest. The letter questions editorial priorities and calls for focus on important issues.
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Frederick Neun
Frederick County
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Richard Pound
Saver
Albert M. Powell
Lewistown
Wrick
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Wigan
Andre
Joan Laughlandd Prederich
Pat Schoonover Frederiak
Eagles
Ruth J. Burall
Laurie Forder
Mindldietown
Maine
Frederick News-Post
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