Arts Spend in Montgomery County Draws Fire
Montgomery County taxpayers fund 615000 for a frog art piece in Germantown and 18000 for a library trellis in Montgomery Village Gaithersburg. Critics argue high taxes burden low income pockets while officials weigh artistic value against public cost.
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Gaithersburg
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Identification boosts lost-pet returns says reader
Katie Landon argues owners shoulder responsibility for missing dogs. She cites three ID methods collar tags microchip and tattooing as quick, inexpensive ways to ensure fast reunions. She notes shelters are not to blame and urges owners to ID and register pets.
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Frederick
Frederick County
Baltimore Symphony Orchestra to start 27th Frederick season
Charles A Dunnell notes BSO in Frederick Committee organizes concerts at Gov Gov Thomas Johnson High School auditorium starting Sept 9 at 8 p m under conductor David Zinman with works by Dvorak Stravinsky and Beethoven. The volunteer group relies on Frederick County residents for support and promotion and invites inquiries at 620 1798.
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Frederick County
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Bradford rails against KKK rally as obsolete fascism
Steve A Bradford criticizes a Ku Klux Klan rally near Talons, labeling the Klan as racist and irrational. He cites Grand Dragon Roger Kelly of Rocky Ridge and James Long of Taneytown, condemning their homophobic and anti minority rhetoric. Bradford argues the KKK homegrown threat has faded as reason and inclusion advance.
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Talon
MD. 355
Urbana Pike
KKK
Frederick County
Roger Kelly
Rocky Ridge
James Long
Taneytown
Mr. Long
Ku Klux Klan
Talons
Raid at Emmitsburg farmhouse cited untaxed beer makers
Federal and county officers raid a farmhouse near Emmitsburg arresting a woman accused of manufacturing home brew while neighbors reported the site operated as a speakeasy. Three groups were found drinking, with 300 empty bottles recovered and a 300 pound safe moved from a printery on West Patrick Street.
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Horace Alexander
G. William Dansberger
West Patrick Street
Dansberger
Local firms win contract for USSR automated warehousing system
Twenty years ago Acco's Integrated Handling Systems Division secured a 5.5 million dollar contract to deliver an automated warehousing system in the Soviet Union. The State Board eyed St Joseph's College in Emmitsburg as a conference center after it ceased student use. Lottery revenues rose 50 percent since a new 100000 dollar game debuted.
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Emmitsburg
Born again debate over Anthony Dove article
Patrick Bauer of Watkersville rebukes Mr. Dove in a born again critique. He urges Dove to reexamine his religious group and its judgments, declaring a true believer would avoid condemning others. He signs off with a rosary blessing.
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Mary
Mr. Dove
Jesus
Reader Defends Ms Doody's Opinion on Welfare Abuse
A reader contends Ms Doody's letters convey a plain opinion on welfare abuse, criticizing Carol Swick for a harsh reading and calling Swick’s letter malicious and in bad taste while defending Doody's stance.
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Ms. Doody
Ms. Swick
Bartlett Faces Long Wait for Voting Record Request
A constituent reports multiple letters to Representative Roscoe Bartlett in Washington DC seeking his voting record on abortion gun control education health care and domestic violence plus a calendar of public speaking engagements. After April 20 and July 9 letters no response was received raising concern.
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Bartlett
Letters Question Apparent Information Gap From Dr Bartlett
A Frederick reader voices frustration at Dr Bartlett's refusal or inability to provide specific information on his actions since election. The writer urges accountability to voters in the 6th Congressional District and condemns racism while welcoming Mr Nelson Dorsey to the community Thurmont.
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Bartlett
6Th Congressional District
Nelson Dorsey
Jim Hagy for Sheriff in Frederick County
A local endorsement highlights Jim Hagy as a candidate for Frederick County Sheriff. The writer praises his 25 years in law enforcement, 22 in Frederick, noting his familiarity with the county, “trenches” experience, and potential to unite officials for better protection. The piece urges voters to consider Hagy’s dignity and integrity.
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Jim Hagy
Set. Hagy
Frederick
Sgt. Hagg
Jim Hagg
Thurmont Community Letter on Race and Cooperation
A reader pleads for unity in Thurmont arguing that prior to a black postmaster there was little concern about liability and snow removal costs. The letter questions why the Legion refused a funding offer and notes the Post Office would cover postal staff and customers on the parking lot. It emphasizes equality before birth and after death and urges the community to work together.
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Royd Smith Cited as Caring For Maryland District
Robert E. Kennedy endorses Royd Smith, describing him as deeply caring and a dedicated statesman who visited Kennedy in a Frederick nursing home. Kennedy credits Smith with genuine commitment to freedom and citizen welfare, praising his readiness to help the district.
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Frederick
Boyd
Maryland
Boyd Smith
Silence over Debra Gorsline resignation sparks board debate
Frank Duvall argues the debate over Debra Gorsline's resignation from the Arts Festival Board damages volunteer morale. He cautions against sensational coverage and advises maintaining focus on volunteers who drive Frederick County's cultural vitality.
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Arts Festival Board
Frederick County
Frederick
Letters to the Editor Addressed to The Frederick News-Post
The notice invites readers to submit letters to the editor to be sent to The Frederick News-Post with mailing address and a box number for correspondence. The text references a mailbox and contact details for submitting letters.
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