Eight store Frederick mall advances with transit link plan
A new 450000 square foot mall on Md 355 south of Grove Road near Francis Scott Key Mall draws questions about traffic, competition and local business impact. Atlanta developer Co Mart pledges road improvements, and the site will host future Maryland Rail Commuter Service station.
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Frederick
MD. 355
Grove Road
Francis Scott Key
FSK
Co- Mart of
Atlanta
Target
Hore Depot
Staples
Borders Books and Music
Sports Authority
Bed, Bath and Beyond
PetSmart
Michael’s Craft Store
Odds and Ends About Debates on Numbers and Wildlife
A wide range of topics appears from currency definitions to a Frederick Fairgrounds circus with a two-humped Bactrian camel. The piece also notes Dr. Robert Wickenheiser and his daughter Kari earning multiple degrees, rising wildlife concerns in Frederick County, and Debbie Page Laughlin Moss finishing the Western States 100 in 29 hours 32 minutes, with Michael Morton of Stevensville winning in 15 hours 40 minutes.
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Western States
Debbie Page Laughlin Moss
Henry P. Laughlin
Timmons Road
Libertytown
Moss
Salt Lake City
Utah
Squaw Valley
Auburn
Michael Morton
Stevensville
Ms Moss
Boston
Poison Control Center
University of Utah
Choosing the Lead in News Broadcasts and What Draws Viewers
The piece argues television news teams pick leads based on ratings, often favoring sensational stories like Mike Tyson or a high school girl who harmed her baby over weightier court rulings. It contrasts TV tactics with print editors placing serious news on the front page and notes CBS led with a stamp price hike in one night.
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Daily News
ABC
CBS
NBC
Bosnia
Hong Kong
Mike Tyson
Supreme Court
New Jersey
TV News
CBS News
Postal Service
London
Jane
Tribune Media Service
Frederick wedding of Susan Lane and J Malcol McCardell
Out of town guests from many states attended the ceremony at All Saints Church in Frederick. Governor William Preston Lane, uncle of the bride, attended the wedding held in the city. McCardell is son of Mrs. Adrian LeRoy McCardell and the late State Senator McCardell. Approximately 175 teens attended the Fourth of July Teen Age dance at Baker Park with the Bowers Teen Orchestra performing from 8:30 to 10 p.m. An estimated 7,500 witnessed the Fourth of July motorcycle races at the Frederick Fairgrounds sponsored by the Delphey Brothers. Virginia amateur John Butterfield won 175 in prize money from a total purse of 900. Vans and truck roofs provided viewing as crowds watched the Barbara Fritchie Motorcycle Races. Construction on Frederick High School renovations began, with east-side work leveling ground for a parking lot and additions. Walkersville Ambulance Service Inc formed with a constitution and by laws. Jimmy McClure and Scott Brakebill captured one of two large cecropia moths at St. Timothy's Church. Park Ranger Darryl Smith warned hikers to beware of poisonous reptiles as snakes move down from the mountains toward water.
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Susan May Lane
J. Malcol McCardell
Frederick
All Saints Church
William Preston Lane
McCardell
Adrian LeRoy McCardell
Baker Park
Bowers
Frederick Fairgrounds
Delphey Brothers
John Butterfield
Virginia
Donnie Hammond's U S Open performance noted in column
Frederick reader claims June 16 sports column unfairly mocked Donnie Hammond and his brother Ronnie. The writer asserts Ronnie has a huge belly and is a close friend, who will be best man at the writer's wedding next year.
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Donnie Hammond
Ronnie
Residents seek speed bumps on Boyers Mill Road
A 17 year old girl on Boyers Mill Road urges Hoke Rope installation to slow traffic near Lake Linganore. She describes dangerous bus arrivals, limited street crossing, and hazards for pets amid heavy development. Neighbors share concern about injuries on a road not built for new growth.
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Boyers Mill Road
Lake Linganore
Zealous politics letter defends Bartlett and UN issue
A reader identifies as long-time Democrat praising Roscoe Bartlett for representing Maryland's Sixth District. The letter notes Bartlett's vote against United Nations involvement and criticizes UN peacekeepers amid a trial involving a Somalian child, referencing past UN actions in Africa.
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Alex Bradford
Democratic Party
Maryland
United States of America
Roscoe Bartlett
United Nations
Vorce
Katanga
Christican
Moise Tshombe
Critique of United Nations and US role in world affairs
Elaine Brown of Knoxville argues that the United Nations serves as a front for a sinister, ongoing policy of perpetual war and control by a financial industrial cartel. She claims U.N. force actions in Katanga, and wars in Korea and Vietnam, were stage managed to advance global aims, with Americans sent to fight without victory prospects.
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Patrice Lumumba
U.N
Katanga
United Nations
America
Neighbors Reconnect as Heat Drops Power in Frederick
On a scorcher night in Frederick a widespread outage forced neighbors onto porches and sidewalks. Folks shared air, stories, and help with late summer chores while reconnecting after a period of isolation. Once power returned, the revived community spirit lingered.
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Frederick
Reluctant Return to Homes After Neighborhood Pause
Barbara Halling notes many were hesitant to reenter homes and enjoy neighborly interaction. The following evening, streets were quiet again as life seemed to revert to the 1990s pace.
Right Wing Attack Letter Blames Talk Radio for Oklahoma City Bombing
A reader from Middletown defends talk radio against charges of inciting violence over the Oklahoma City bombing. The letter argues McVeigh acted from anti liberal sentiment and frustration with government, not due to hosts. It cites Waco, FDR, and fears of a socialist welfare state, signed TOM GEISER.
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Kathryn Ruud
Middletown
Timothy McVeigh
Murrah
Oklahoma City
Waco
McVeigh
Fdr
John Wayne
Bugs Bunny
Donald Duck
Letters to the Editor Policy at The Frederick News Post
The Frederick News Post invites signed letters with the writer's name address and phone numbers for verification. Due to high volume some letters are abridged for space and not all letters can be published. Submissions to be mailed faxed or emailed to the provided addresses.
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Frederick News Post
News Post
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