Editorial stance on political candidacy and newspaper ethics
TheFrederick newspaper letters defend candor and oppose sensationalism in covering candidates. It promises to report background and issues but not to print rumors or private data unless provided by the candidate, commending those willing to run while warning against dirt-digging and gossip.
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Frederick County
State of Maryland
Joe Schmo
Frederick
Smoke Ban Sparks National Debate and Backlash
A reader argues against sweeping indoor smoking bans and proposed restrictions on private homes and cars, claiming the policy targets smokers and other groups, could worsen traffic and pollution, and misuses advertising coverage to suppress opposing views. The letter condemns government overreach and stresses personal freedom amid D-Day remembrance context.
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Yen
Nazi Germany
Truth In Advertising Council
Berry’s World cartoon on penalties and smoke ban
Nicholas J. Kerlen from Frederick critiques a smoking ban by fear of enforcement. He imagines jail crowding and forced “showers” as punishment, likening smokers to Jews in the Holocaust. He calls the idea dangerous and ridiculous and urges resistance.
The President and the First Amendment
President Clinton clashes with Rush Limbaugh over free speech and response. The piece notes how media aided Clinton’s rise, and portrays journalists as sympathetic yet critical amid scandals, inconsistencies, and perceived liberal bias shaping coverage.
Clinton attacks media and Limbaugh amid national critique
The piece surveys President Clinton’s clashes with media figures and the press, arguing he oversteps in railing against talk radio while praising his own reach. It notes aides propose countermeasures such as inviting opponents, revived fairness rules, and broader administration access, framing Limbaugh as a counterpoint to presidential media domination.
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Clinton
Rush Limbaugh
Fourth Estate
Midas
Jerry Falwell
U.S
Normandy
Ronald Reagan
Little Rock
George Bush
Limbaugh
White House
Mark Gearan
George Stephanopoulos
Meachum’s editorial sparks praise and critique for Sauerbrey
In a June 27 column titled Next governor Meachum endorses Ellen Sauerbrey in a roundabout way by praising her unwavering principles while suggesting the risk of personal motives. Ron Miller of Mount Airy weighs in questioning Meachum’s own values amid the editorial tea leaves.
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Roy Meachum
Ellen Sauerbrey
Old Frederick hospital era begins with community support
The Newe-Post pita once a former tramp house at an Emergency Hospital gains stature after remodeling in 1934 funded by Civil Works Administration and county funds. It expands from a chronic patient haven at Montevue to a general hospital under Dr. B O Thomas. Local clubs co sponsor a dance at Frederick High School. Seven boys attend Camp Shaw-Me-del-eca in West Virginia. County and state officials visit Annapolis to back a 25 bed intermediate facility for non ambulatory retarded children. Frederick County Group Homes faces opposition at a meeting near 1504 N Market St.
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Pita
Ounce Emergency Hospital
B.0. Thomas
Frederick County Commissioners
Frederick County Medical Society
Civil Works Administration
Montevue
Frederick
Camp Shaw Me-Del-Eca
Greenbrier
Lewisburg
W.va
Charles W. Ross IV
W. Jarboe Grove Jr
Robert Thomas
Richard
Billy Kline
George Fellows
Billy Trail
Lawrence A. Dorsey
Edward P. Thomas
Charles H. Smelser
Marilyn A. Mortichesky
Frederick County Association For
Richard T. Menconeri
David Altman
Comprehensive Health Planning Council
Annapolis
Neil Solomon
State Department of Health, Education and Welfare
Frederick County
Frederick County Group Homes Inc
N. Market St
Omnibus Anti Crime Bill Critique Prompts Criticism
A critical note on an Omnibus Anti Crime Bill labels it a wasteful spending spree. It argues the conference to draft the final bill will occur this month and predicts Congress will pass a pork laden package. It cites large sums for prevention, youth programs, and prison spending as ineffective or self serving.
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Congress
America
Critics warn crime bill waste amid job cuts and policy gaps
A reader laments a proposed crime bill funded by eliminating 252000 federal jobs. She questions who will bear the unemployment, asserts high implementation costs, and warns that new programs may not reduce crime. She cites lost civil service factors and criticizes promises of safety. Brunswick correspondent Vicki Allgaier signs off.
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Congress
Washington
Dissatisfied MVA customer voices delays and rude staff
A letter writer agrees with Dennis Tolland on June 29 about poor MVA service. The writer recounts long waits and unhelpful employees at the new building while noting gratitude for the facility and a desire for courteous, efficient service at the counters.
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Dennis Tolland
MVA
Ose
Letter on animal cruelty and sacred beings by Sheila Barth
May 5 letter argues animals are sacred and deserve protection. The writer notes widespread cruelty to animals and indifference from others, contrasting care for animals with mistreatment of people. The piece reflects personal observation of harsh treatment and hints at broader social critique.
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Sheila Barth
Reader argues smoking bans overlook broader air pollution
Janet L Moore defends smokers in Thurmont letter, noting cigarette smoke causes no fatal accidents like alcohol. She questions a local anti smoking activist and warns banning all pollutants would harm economy and jobs, citing malls and personal freedom to smoke.
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Debra Morris
Letters to the Editor request name and contact details
The Frederick News Post requests letters include name address and phone number for verification. It instructs readers to send letters to Letters to the Editor at the Frederick MD address and provides a phone number for submission.
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Wales
Ely Cowvy
Frederick Frederick
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