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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1992
Page
1
Clinton and Gore launch a nationwide campaign from New York toward the heartland seeking to topple President Bush with Perot supporters. Clinton declares government must change. Bush faces a two man race as Perot exits.
Heavy thunderstorms swept Frederick County overnight causing downed trees, street flooding, and power outages. About 30 customers lost power near Wolfsville, mostly restored by 2 a.m. Friday. Md 17 and U.S. 40 saw deep water in spots as authorities cleared blocked roads between Thurmont and Sabillasville.
Democrats and Republicans court Ross Perot backers after his withdrawal as Dems say Perot voters seek change and GOP figures urge backing Bush. Perot adviser Jordan notes he is not a quitter while Perot’s exit follows internal strife and questions over electoral majority.
Sweadner warns of deeper aid cuts as Maryland slices more than 900000 from county aid amid a 40 million statewide reduction. Frederick officials pressed for lifting the hiring freeze for five posts, winning three, while budget officers urged caution and deeper cuts to meet a projected 1993 deficit. The mood was grim as commissioners upheld the freeze amid talk of a harsher year ahead.
Lehigh Portland Cement Co plans to substitute scrap tires for fuel at its Union Bridge plant and will apply to join Maryland scrap tire recycling. Manager David Roush notes other plants use tires. ESSROC’s Frederick test showed tires burn hotter and cleaner than coal, though residents smell rubber and want MDE oversight. Lehigh will mix tires with coal and continue coal use, as did ESSROC’s program.
County and Frederick officials OK the public transportation upgrade costing over 600000 to meet the Americans with Disabilities Act. Mayor Paul Gordon urged staff to explore cheaper alternatives such as adjusted routes or private partnerships before funding. The plan adds city bus service to complement three existing routes, potentially making about 500 residents eligible for new service. Commissioner Gail Bowerman warned against delays, noting federal scrutiny. Continued on Page A-4.
Volunteers at Peret headquarters on East Patrick Street Frederick decry no-shows as a summer breeze stirs banners. The scene shows empty rooms, handwritten notes, and disputed messages about Treasurer Meec'er and Tevas Wyoepeté while campaign signs and red paper litter the floor. Volunteers express frustration at lack of response and organizational strain amid the local draft effort.
Partial weather notes show hot humid conditions with scattered thundershowers tonight and a cool low. Saturday expects cloudy and warm with additional shower chances. Also mentions Brunswick’s tact chart and a sports score against Fast Bredenck in a tournament context.
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