HMOs a mixed blessing in US health care system
The piece argues HMOs offer affordable care but fall short on patient choice and medical judgment. It notes reforms led by Hillary Clinton harmed credibility, cites Maryland extending maternity stays as consumer victories, and calls for a major overhaul to ensure doctors decide care, not profit driven administrators.
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Child support accountability in Maryland explained
Richard F Bricken outlines Maryland child support guidelines enacted in 1989 to standardize awards based on combined income and number of children. He rebuts claims about tax credits, warns against penny by penny accounting, and emphasizes evaluating whether a child’s needs are met while noting possible modifications or custody changes if funds are misused.
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Berry's World cartoon hints at national gag about governance
A humorous Berry’s World panel satirizes Washington and government themes. The cartoon uses a playful quip to reflect public views on policy and leadership.
Budget talks inch toward deal as Clinton holds edge
Clinton gains leverage as Republicans falter after disaster relief setback and public infighting. Hilary Hilley leads White House talks with Lott and Gingrich to craft final tax and spending arrangements, while White House and Treasury flag unacceptable capital gains indexing and aid provisions.
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Frederick health officer named as Kefauver retires
Yesterday the files note Dr. Ronald J. Roop of New Market assumed Frederick County health officer duties after Dr. E C Kefauver retired after 23 years. Other items list local contest winners, a porch incident, new medical staff joins, and a water contamination finding.
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Growth or decay not necessarily the only options
Ken Eidel of Thurmont argues against the primacy of growth in Frederick County. He notes rural land, clean air and water, low unemployment, and high quality of life, urging support for alternatives to growth and smart growth policies.
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Representative defends Bartlett while urging voter consideration
Frederick resident Alex Bradford argues in support of Rep Roscoe Bartlett noting his effectiveness and concern for children's future. He claims Bartlett works on constituent grievances and investigates administration scandals, contrasting with criticisms in a June 23 letter about zealous politics.
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Clinton
Letter writers defend Bartlett and Sauerbrey views in political notes
Donna Thomas of Point of Rocks urges support for Dr. Bartlett as a principled leader and criticizes the president and Bradford. David Shumway of Maryland argues Sauerbrey must resist moderates, defend pro life and tax cuts, and campaign harder, citing Buchanan and Reagan as examples. Both letters urge civic participation and consistent beliefs.
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Pat Buchanan
No New Ellen disagreement on Sauerbrey column
Letter-writer disputes Roy Meachum on voter fraud and the Sauerbrey campaign. They claim voting machines failing in some jurisdictions shifted Ellen Sauerbrey from ahead to behind on election night, urging stronger push on the issue.
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Ellen Sauerbrey
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