FBI Officials Visit Frederick News-Post In White Shirt Appeal
Special agent in charge David R. Knowlton and media rep Larry K. Foust visited the Frederick News-Post on Wednesday. Knowlton, heading Maryland Delaware operations with 200 agents, discussed scope from white collar crime to drug enforcement and the FBI lab. He noted reduced demand could aid the drug war and warned against gambling infiltrations. The piece reflects on the FBI’s image since J Edgar Hoover, praising its unique nationwide investigative role and training reach while acknowledging occasional abuses.
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Fred Thompson Cast Into Washington Wolves By GOP Leaders
The Tennessee Republican, once a film actor, is tasked by Senate leaders to lead a probe into Democratic fundraising amid GOP pressure. Critics warn the assignment risks politicizing the hearing and tarnishing Thompson’s Hollywood image as he faces scrutiny ahead of the 2000 presidential outlook.
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Debates on family values shift from TV to politics
Aunt McFeathers reports that the national focus moves from Murphy Brown style scandals to a high stakes Washington clash over TV ratings tobacco and taxes. Clinton touts a family friendly tax plan while partisan fights spiral over who pays more. The piece notes FCC attempts and a looming V chip and cites Lieberman and NBC critics as the political spectrum argues about the cultural moral code.
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Frederick County Subscriptions Boost Hospital Campaign Reach
New Brunswick style text indicates $29,000 in subscriptions from 12 Frederick County corporations to the Frederick Memorial Hospital Building Fund. Braddock Heights group targets $5,400 for a second floor single bedroom. Local officials discuss road turnouts and roadside recreation camps while farmers cope with dry weather and high cattle feed costs. Frederick police and fire crews address crumbling South Market Street walls. New Market firefighters overcome barn blaze and receive hospital treatment.
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William B. Leichert
Braddock Heights
Frederick Memorial Hospital
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Frank Beachley
M.J. Croghan
Roland W. Harbaugh
Basil Lewis
Eric Lundgren
Horace E. Opel
Paul Remsburg
Galen Smith
Thomas Williams
J. Marshall Staub
Frederick City
C. William Mack
South Market Street
All Saints Street
New Market
Pat Staley
Vernon Wachter
Franklin Smith
Letter-Writer condemns removal of mall bulletin board space
Ann R. Pyne of the Literacy Council Frederick criticizes Francis Scott Key Mall management for ending the use of the Community Alley bulletin boards. She notes the space helped newcomers and longtime residents stay informed and asks for reinstatement to post an August ESL tutor workshop announcement.
Graduation at Walkersville High School sparks discussion
Letter writer defends graduates and families while questioning restrictions on minor attendance at the Walkersville High School graduation. The reply addresses concerns about fire code, noise, and the solemn nature of the ceremony, arguing that ticket limits were for safety and quiet adherence.
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Jay Berno
Time Letters Reveal Graduation Decorum and Political Jabs
A reader lauds a June 10 graduation for its decorum and notes a controversy over a $35 videotape price, praising Mr Berne for arranging a $25 option. The letter also rails at Maryland politics, arguing Democrats control promotions and predicting Republican odds while musing on career paths for Frederick County Democrats.
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Berno
What next for four former Frederick officials
Four former Frederick city and county employees, described as “good men all,” face the political future in The News lead article. The opening paragraph hints at their paths after leaving elected office within the Democratic context.
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Ron Young
Frederick City
Maryland
Grocer Creates Special Parking For Expectant Mothers
Mount Airy resident Marjorie Morel notes a local grocer set aside a parking area near the front door for pregnant women. She praises the kindness and practical support for mothers-to-be, highlighting safer, easier access during shopping and loading.
Letters to the Editor at Frederick News Post
The Frederick News Post invites signed letters from readers including home and business contact details for verification. Letters may be abridged for space and are not guaranteed publication due to high volume. Copyright and submission options include mail, fax, and email to Frederick, Maryland.
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