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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jul 06, 2001
Page
4
The press conference on July 2 by Mayor James Grimes featured youths holding signs reading Jim Grimes say yes. Misreadings about Girl Scout camp or black book issues emerged, but the signs reportedly urged Grimes to run for re election, and he indicated interest in politics.
Roy Meachum notes intensified dissent as Lennie nears resignation while discussions swirl over leadership, appointments, and the county Republican stance. The piece highlights Thompson's opposition, Hogan's warnings, and looming changes at Winchester Hall amid mounting political tension.
A Scripps Howard column argues against capital punishment for Andrea Yates. The author questions the death penalty as mercy killing, urges keeping Yates confined, and reflects on the horrors of the crime and the limits of science and law in explaining such acts. The piece contrasts Yates with Tim McVeigh and emphasizes remorse and redemption over execution.
The county orders a Central Alarm emergency dispatch facility to be built on the Montevue property near development. Six contestants vie for the Frederick Farm Bureau Queen title in the July 17 contest, listing Linda Marie Guyton Burkittsville Shary Moxley Jacqui Bell Paula Toms Zimmerman Walkersville Beverly Ann Freed Mount Airy.
A reader voices annoyance at discount cards and asks why shoppers must carry them. The note recounts checking a drugstore price over the phone at $38.95 and receiving a $29 discount at the register after presenting a store card, highlighting the burden on consumers and elderly helpers.
A reader expresses concern that charter ground notebooks and meeting minutes are unavailable to citizens. The letter asks why school committee boundary alternatives are not shared and whether information is kept secret. The writer urges transparency by Frederick’s MARK THOMPSON and calls for public access to committee materials.
In a June 29 letter, Eric Krasner says he moved to Frederick for one reason, criticizing local traffic and claiming only certain people benefit. The exchange shows a clash over causes and impacts of ongoing congestion in the Brunswick area.
A fragment notes insects hitch rides in plants linked to disease in Asia and dengue fever, with a late Month Southern California reference and mentions an exterminator bill. Names Robin T Wilson appear as a partial attribution.
An older driver failed to stop after a collision in Ames on June 26. A late-model green Buck caused a wide turn and struck a rental white Saturn before fleeing. A young couple witnessed the event and suggested periodic driving tests for older drivers.
Two adult males convicted of arson had their convictions set aside amid a restitution dispute with fire companies. Edith Schetrompf, a member of United Steam Engine Co., is named in the case.
The Frederick News-Ledger invites reader letters but excludes poetry religious verse or coded letters to public figures. Submit by mail to The Frederick News-Ledger Letters, P.O. Box 578 Frederick MD 21706 or by fax to 301-662-4209.
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