Courthouse security plan expands to full building
Frederick County commissioners allocate 90000 for a courthouse security system after circuit judges urge protection from drug arrests and possible weapon threats. Commissioner Mark Hoke proposes metal detectors at the main entrance and rear tower to cover the entire building, a solution risk manager Michael Beard calls a 100 percent improvement over the third floor plan.
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Frederick County
Sterling Bollinger
Mark Hoke
Hoke
Michael Beard
Measured musings on war blame and tax reform in 1980s era notes
Robert C. Reid surveys recent U S foreign policy missteps and reparations talk over Iran and Iraq, critiques tax changes and tobacco litigation, and highlights Guam delegate Ben Blaz’s push for autonomy. He mixes political commentary with personal anecdotes and historical references, ending with a note on sourcing from the New York Times.
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Ben Garrido Biaz
Guams
House of Representatives
Biaz
Guam
U.S
Puerto Rico
Ben Biaz
Aken
9Th Marine Regiment
Col
Ben Blaz
9Th Regiment
The
New York Times
Mexican release of FALN leader shocks U.S. response
The Mexican government freed William Morales, a 37 year old FALN leader tied to Puerto Rico independence and deemed a violent terrorist by U.S. officials. The White House called the move outrageous and recalled the U.S. ambassador. Morales has a history of bombings, prison escapes, and alleged links to insurgent groups across the United States and Mexico.
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Washington
Teddy Roosevelt
United States
White House
U.S
Mexico
William
No Hands" Morales
Armed Forces of National Liberation
FALN
Puerto Rico
Morales
Central America
New York
East Harlem
Letters to the editor criticize annexation coverage and civic engagement
The writer denounces a June Frederick Post piece about Middletown annexation, rejects a non existent group, and defends citizen participation. She challenges officials for suppressing voter input and laments insults toward voters while calling for responsible discourse and community consensus. A separate letter by Harold Weisberg defends critics and mocks a critic’s view of peace movements and communism.
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Democratic National Committee
Les Whitten
Jesse Jackson
Atlanta
Jackson
Pat
Frederick Post
Middletown
Louise Snodgrass
Peter Mertz
Broad Street
Maryland 4-H Golf and Tennis exceeds goal at Eaglehead
The Maryland 4-H Club Foundation and the Maryland 4-H Golf and Tennis Tournament Committee announce surpassing the $10,000 goal for the 1988 event held at Eaglehead Country Club. Proceeds support 4-H programs statewide including scholarships and leadership training. thanks extended to Frederick County residents and local businesses for strong support.
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Maryland 4-H Club Foundation
Maryland 4-H
Frederick Post
Frederick County
Eaglehead Country Club
Maryland 44 Club Foundation
University of Maryland Cooperative Extension Services
National
4-H Council
Viewer complaints about TV previews and guide detail
Gerald R. Vargo of Brunswick argues that constant previews spoil reveals on shows like Jake and the Fatman and 60 Minutes. He praises TV Guide for better film and rerun notices and questions networks aim to lure viewers away from the channel.
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Hollywood
Jake and
the Fatman
Geti
TV Guide
60 Minutes
Jimmy Bakker
Frederick County Bees Beat Invasion and Local News
Yesterday reports from fields near Lander between Brunswick and Point of Rocks described Frederick County’s bid against the Japanese beetle with over 4,000 insects caught in four weeks and 1,500 collected before traps. Also noted were counterfeit bills circulating and several local education and public safety updates, including principal replacements, helmet laws for motorcyclists, a CAC grant, a new semi pro team, and Miss Fire Prevention 1968 selections.
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Lander
Brunswick
Point of Rocks
Frederick County
James Pearl
Harry R. Shoemaker
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