Sound Source poll favors elected Frederick County school board
The Sound Source poll shows 228 in favor and 36 against an elected school board for Frederick County, aligning with Gov Schaefer’s recent appointment to the local board. The question will not appear on fall ballots. readers are urged to ask candidates about their stance on electing the board and how it could change county governance.
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Sound Source
William Donald Schaefer
Frederick County
Annapolis
House of Delegates
State Senate
Maryland
Debating Gun Rights Reflects Freedom and Responsibility
A reader argues against broad gun restrictions, defending constitutional rights and personal responsibility. The letter criticizes liberal anti gun arguments, supports self defense, and questions calls for police random frisking, asserting crime stems from criminals, not guns.
Guns and responsibility in Berry's World viewpoint
Catherine M. Ditman of Mount Airy argues for personal gun ownership responsibility, claiming crime is unlikely where guns are common and defending Eddie Eagle as a child safety measure. She states legal firearm use should be allowed for hunting or sport, and urges readers to take charge of their safety amid heated gun control debates.
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The
National Rifle Association
Catherine M. Ditman
Mount Airy
Mail service as economic omen and Third World drift
Opinion argues poor USPS performance signals national decline toward Third World status. Cites 60 percent on-time in capital, 78 percent nationwide, wrong stamp image, rising junk mail, and rising postage to 32 cents as surprising indicators. Ends with provocative claim that deteriorating mail reflects economic and social trends.
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U.S
Postal Service
America
The Postal Paradox in a World of Delays and Jobs
The piece surveys global mail service quality, noting hand sorting and foot delivery persist despite high tech societies. It contrasts efficiency with unemployment, highlights mail as a status symbol in remote regions, and critiques Europe’s subsidized post offices and government meddling. It ends with a sardonic line about Western optimism and Peoria.
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Mudhut
Europe
Albania
Puke
Blinisht
Ministry of Post and Telecommunications
Peoria
Scripps Howard News Service
Mary Holter attends United Christian Youth Movement conference
Mary Holter of Frederick returned from Lakeside Ohio where she attended the conference as one of 40 delegates. The Frederick County Red Cross Arts and Skills Unit began aiding soldiers and sailors in rehabilitation. Local Draft Board One faces a tight August pre-induction car with few younger eligibles remaining. Kool-Aid ad promotes five cent drink. Fourteen Frederick State Police troopers police Baltimore during a municipal strike. United Givers Fund aims for 250000. Rowan and Martin bring comedy to Shady Grove Music Fair. Kmart advertises four ply tires at 17.88. City officials expand nighttime parking to more streets in northern southern and northwestern areas.
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Mary Holter
Frederick
Lakeside
Ohio
The
United Christian Youth Movement
Carl
Parking lot closure at Thurmont Post Office causes concern
Myron Troxell voices concern over the Thurmont Legion parking area near the post office, noting about 100 spots exist but no warning was given before the lot was closed to the public. He questions the motive and seeks an explanation for the abrupt closure.
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Thurmont
Legion
Recycling support in Frederick County letter response
Joe Berger defends recycling and energy conservation while critiquing Dixie Balbi for opposing recycling. He urges education of misinformed citizens and praises county expansion of recycling with community bins. The letter advocates broader public participation and environmental benefits.
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Lam
Dixie Balbi
Ms. Balbi
Dixie
Frederick County
Letters urge action against a political "raw deal"
A letter from Mount Airy by JACK AELLEN urges citizens to actively contact their congressman about potential unfair administrative policies. The writer praises community support, calls for personal visits to offices, and stresses civic engagement beyond passive readership, invoking constitutional separation of powers.
Will golden years survive financial strain and planned reform
The letter argues seniors over 65 drain the Treasury due to rising COLAs and longer lifespans. It claims Medicare and Social Security costs push toward rationing, proposes a National Health Care Plan as a cost-cutting fix, and urges citizens to fight for a new deal to preserve benefits.
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FDR
Local Mount Airy Butcher Faces Deer Meat Case
Longtime Frederick County resident and Why Not Call Knott Butcher Shop owner in Mount Airy faced charges over allegedly selling illegal deer meat. He has since been found.
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Frederick County
Why Not Call Knott Butcher Shop
Mount Airy
God on coins and state backed religion debate
Letter from JOHN L. DITMAN of Adamstown criticizing the phrase In God We Trust on currency. He argues for religious freedom and equality, praising the Freedom From Religion Foundation and urging removal of state endorsement from money. He contrasts E Pluribus Unum and national creed with inclusive beliefs.
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God
Frederick Post
U.S
North America
Oll
Freedom From Religion Foundation
Letters to the Editor address and submission details
The Frederick News Post invites readers to submit letters to the editor. Guidelines note longer letters take longer to publish and space limits apply. Letters should be addressed to Letters to the Editor at 200 North Patrick Street Frederick MD 21705 or faxed to 662-8299.
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Frederick
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Myron Troxell
Joe Berger
Lisbon
Jack Aellen
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