Police brutality concerns in Frederick prompt call for independent review
Community leaders debate officers and suspects, noting some cases lack prompt scrutiny. Denise West cites white officers and black suspects in Frederick, while Jesse Goode Jr says he is out of the flow of complaints. A neutral outside group could assess allegations and reveal truth to prevent eroding race relations.
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Frederick County Human Relations Commission
Derr House Demise Sparks Community Debate in Frederick
A letter from Raleigh Rose criticizes Natelli Communities and local agencies for neglecting the Sebastian Derr House, argues environmental and architectural studies are needed, and laments loss of local history while urging preservation and reflection on civic responsibility. The writer questions political and developer roles and notes the house dates back over 240 years with ties to the Dearbought area.
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You and I
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Asia crisis rattles markets and public support
A Scripps Howard special notes President Clinton linking Asia's currency turmoil to global stability. It cites a Reuters Zogby poll showing low U S concern for Indonesia and other economies despite IMF rescue efforts and looming congressional resistance to further bailouts. Indonesia's crisis worsens with mass unemployment, social unrest, and deep economic contraction amid global inattention.
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Frederick city to get state airport funds and fuel coordinators
The State Aviation Commission approved 46300 for Frederick Municipal Airport with city funds covering the gap after federal aid. Sheriff Guy Anders and Alvey V. Renn were named Frederick County and Frederick city fuel coordinators respectively.
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Guy Anders
Frederick County
Alvey V. Renn
Public Libraries Welcome Editorial Support and Growth Plans
Dolores Maminski acting director and Peter Sicilia Jr president FCPL Board of Trustees express gratitude for The Frederick Post editorial praising the library system. They note 1998 as a milestone of public service and outline plans for Central Library renovation, Urbana and Thurmont branches, and Emmitsburg upgrade to meet future community needs.
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Rescue Mission Support Letter Reflects Positive View
A Frederick letter writer defends the Frederick Union Rescue Mission and its leadership led by executive director Mike Alfro. He recounts visiting the mission, praising staff volunteers, and describing recent experiences as hopeful for the community. The piece reflects on donor relations and ongoing support.
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Mike Alfro
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Cape
Letters Praise Frederick Union Rescue Mission Blessings
A reader thanks Pastor Albro the Board of Directors staff and volunteers of the Frederick Union Rescue Mission for accepting his donations and providing food care shelter and hope. He wishes God’s blessings on their work in 1998.
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Albro
Frederick Union Rescue Mission
Congress to Reform Toilet Rules Cites Water Saving Aim
In 1992 Congress passed a law to ban new 3.5 gallon toilets prompting delays and failures with the 16 gallon models and causing public embarrassment. May 1997 Popular Science notes manufacturers using pumps air pressure and vacuums to fix reputations at costs from 200 to 1000 dollars while Congress weighs further toilet regulations.
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Congress
Betty Hert praised for her banking diligence in Mount Airy
Doris Sullivan of Mount Airy extols Betty Hert for shrewd banking practices. The letter lauds her as unbiased, shopping for best rates across banks and treating clients' money as her own. It warns new banks to expect competition from her.
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Mount Airy
Betty Iert
Betty
HLM
Mack” Molesworth
Frederick County APFO debate urged to end confrontation
Seymour B Stern calls for end to us versus them rhetoric over the Adequate Public Facilities Ordinance. He urges comprehensive solutions to school crowding and road congestion, honoring Frederick County’s quality of life and shared responsibilities.
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Frederick County
Letters to the Editor Policy for The Frederick News-Post
The Frederick News First outlines how readers may send letters to the editor including mailing to 200 Patrick Street Freder ick MD 21705 fax 301 662 8299 or email letters fredericknewspost com The policy prohibits publishing home addresses and phone numbers and instructs readers to follow standard submission methods.
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Frederick News-Post
Patrick St
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Frederick
Fredericknewspost.com
Planners join efforts in Leave a Legacy campaign
Local nonprofit groups and financial planners partner on Leave a Legacy, a two year program launching in April in Frederick. It aims to raise public awareness of planned giving, featuring speakers, seminars, a media campaign, and printed guides. The effort invites area nonprofits, volunteers, attorneys, financial planners, trust officers, and accountants to participate.
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Reb Love
Ann Burnside Love & Associates
Susie Loveland
United Way
Nancy Gillece
Hood College
Mr. Love
Norine Haas
The
Mental Health Association
Frederick
Mike Zusi
Mercantile Trust Bank
Frederick County Tech Fair set for Feb fifth at Gov. Thomas Johnson
Frederick County Public Schools hosts its fifth annual Technology Fair at Gov. Thomas Johnson High School from 6 30 to 8 30 p m. Thursday February 5 featuring student competitions in multimedia desktop publishing video production technical drawing and computer aided design with demonstrations and refreshments. Public invited call 303 694 2057 for information.
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Frederick County Public Schools
Gov. Thomas Johnson High School
Boundary changes subject of hearing in Catoctin area
The Catoctin Area Citizens Advisory Committee will hold a public hearing at 7 p.m. Monday February 9 at Catoctin High School cafeteria on recommended attendance area changes for Emmitsburg Sabillasville Lewistown Thurmont and Yellow Springs elementary schools. Maps are available at the schools or by calling Frederick County Public Schools Planning and Facilities Office at 301-694-1326.
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Catoctin Area
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