Baker View receives unanimous HDC blessing for North Bentz condo
Editorial highlights Baker View, a high end condominium project facing Baker Park north of Carroll Creek, approved by the Historic District Commission. It notes potential impact on neighbors views and the downtown residential renaissance while praising compatibility of historic and modern design and future related development along Carroll Creek. It also mentions the Carmack Jay’s site on North Market Street as needing HDC compliant design to spur revitalization.
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North Market
North Market Street
Why Ashcroft's nomination sparks debate on justice agenda
The piece questions John Ashcroft's suitability as attorney general, arguing his hard line on social issues may shape civil liberties through judicial picks and funding. It notes his religious beliefs, possible impact on Roe v Wade, and the risk of Supreme Court vacancies during Bush's term, urging Senate scrutiny.
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U.S
Bush
Justice Department
US Supreme Court
Ashcroft
Senate Democrats
Supreme Court
Senate
Ute Chamber Holds Annual Meeting and Local Alerts
Reports from the Ute Chamber of Commerce annual meeting include remarks by Edward C Hartmann City Attorney and Austin James. new regulations require posting of prices and taxes by petroleum retailers. County drought prompts water use restrictions in Emmitsburg and Brunswick amid statewide shortages. Fort Detrick hosts joint microbiology meeting. Lisa Grimes named Maryland Junior Miss second runner-up and first place in fitness. Andrea Pilatsky earns first class Girl Scout award at Watson's Restaurant.
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Fredenck
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Brunswick
Frederick County
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Baltimore
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Brunswick High
Walkersville Cadette
Andrea Pilatsky
Watson's Restaurant
Letters On Complaints And Kind Memories Of Larry Gibson
A reader thanks a writer for a piece about Larry Gibson a beloved friend and former senior season teammate. The letter recalls Gibson’s generosity offering help when needed including lifting a refrigerator for a freshman student manager. The writer expresses personal gratitude and hopes to speak again soon.
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Larry Gibson
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Reader letters argue for religious effect in schools and holidays
A pair of letters criticize Frederick County Board of Education policies on religious symbols and holidays. One writer challenges banning Bibles and calls for recognizing faith-based education, defending Easter and Christmas breaks. The other urges fair holiday recognition for Jewish observances and opposes removing Fair Day.
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Montgomery County
Howard County
Board of Education
Mischievous Roy and Katzenjammer Kids reference
Jim Hamann defends Roy Meachum calling state senators the Katzenjammer Kids. He notes a misinterpretation of the German term and cites the old Katzenjummer Kids strip about a mischievous German family. Hamann urges keeping Roy's columns for the paper.
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Name origins in comic strip quarrel quoted by letter
In her Jan 25 letter Anne Hunter disputes Roy Meachum’s source on name origins tied to a 1896 comic strip. The exchange touches on attribution and a claim about alcoholism and mental illness, with Ralph O. Kuebne cited.
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Roy Meachum
Sandal Kore
Rindolph Darke
Rami Fritz
Shomet
COMIX
Booka Fs Agvertoan
Hur
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Residents Push for Controlled Growth in Frederick County
A longtime Frederick County resident voices concern over rapid development and claims a mature, existing neighborhood offers similar amenities for less. They urge a managed growth plan to address escalating housing pressures and infrastructure strain.
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Frederick County Democrats Back Hecht Sexually Violent Predator Act
The Frederick County Democratic State Central Committee applauds Delegate Sue Hecht for proposing the Sexually Violent Predator Act of 1998 during the Maryland General Assembly session. The bill failed to pass in 1998, but the group urges continued support as new cases and a Supreme Court ruling renew focus on the issue. The statement comes from THOMAS G. SLATER, chair.
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Democratic State Central Committee
Frederick County
Sue Hecht
Maryland General Assembly
Christopher Ausherman
Supreme Court
Frederck
Thomas G. Slater
A Simple Issue of Religious Freedom Debate
A fragmented reflection on religious freedom, the U S Constitution and Bill of Rights. The text questions when journalists last studied church state boundaries and the scope of free exercise, speech, and press with scattered phrases and unclear references.
Campaign urges safe schools for all GLBT students
Leadership calls from MTV campaigns highlight harassment and hate violence against GLBT youth in Frederick County public schools. GLBT students report high levels of verbal, sexual or physical harassment, with staff comments cited. Parents and teachers must act to create safe, inclusive schools for everyone.
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Frederick Coin
Stacey. Loferpeer
Erik
Soe
No to Fair Day on our holiday comment note
A 17 year old junior at Governor Thoms Johnson High School voices concern over Fair Day clashing with religious observances including Rosh Hashanah. The student argues holidays should not be treated as isolated events and urges accommodation within school scheduling.
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Governor Thoms Johnson High School
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GOP calls for Hogan to resign sparks party rift
Gary M. Rollins of New Market critiques Allen Prettyman's Dec 29 letter urging State Senator Patrick Hogan to resign after switching from Republican to Democrat. He argues the stance is hypocritical given party switches like Richard Shelby's, and notes broader GOP tolerance of changes while urging restraint.
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Montgomery County
Republican Party
Allen Prettyman
Patrick Hogan
Senate
Prettyman
Sen. Hogan
U.S
Richard Shelby
Alabama
Shelby
Day Ra Ae
Serreesiin Kaward
Maryland
Letters to the Editor We woke your letters Lamers must be exchaees
A reader letter submission process is described by the Frederick News Post with instructions for sending letters to the editor. It lists mailing address P.O. Box 572 in Frederick Missouri and a phone/contact method for submissions. The text is garbled but conveys how to submit letters by mail phone or email.
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