Prevention Focuses Suggested Over Cure in Cancer Debate
Dr. John Bailor III of the University of Chicago urges the government to scale back on seeking a cancer cure and emphasize prevention. Mortality from cancer declined about 3 percent from 1990 to 1995 per the National Cancer Institute, with debate over how much treatment spending influenced that drop. Bailor attributes improved outcomes to earlier diagnosis and smoking cessation, while others credit reduced smoking from two decades ago. Both prevention and treatment are considered essential, amid the cost of self-induced disease and tobacco liability talks with companies. The government also battles tobacco marketing to youth and potential FTC action on Joe Camel ads, with some calling FTC action overdue.
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John Bailor III
University of Chicago
National Cancer Institute
Bailor
Tobacco
Tobacco Companies
R.J. Reynolds
Federal Trade _ Commission
Mr. Camel
FTC
Frederick arts council turmoil shakes Norman city politics
Feuding Frederick arts leaders draw in Alderman Nash and Jade Wu's resignation at the Weinberg Center. Negotiations over severance and alleged bias cloud city hall as Theresa Michel plans returns amid calls for reform. A looming audit and June 18 meeting could determine new leadership.
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Frederick
Jade Wu
Weinberg Ceneter
Metal Nash
Arts Council
Weinberg Center
Ms. Wu
City Hall
James Grimes
Jonathan Angel
Grimes
Einberg
Weinberg
Brouhaha
Gale Bowerman
John
Terry Martin
Campaign finance reform stalls amid 1997 disillusionment
The piece argues reform prospects fade in 1997 with no immediate action, citing Senate resistance and a crowded election-year calendar. It notes public concern over Clinton fund raising, but broad support for Clinton’s performance keeps politicians from bold moves. It highlights McCain Feingold support, Franks commission idea, and experts warning about veto groups and complex modern politics.
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White House
Washington
Fred Thompson
R-Tenn
House
Matthew T. Farrey
League of Women Voters
Clinton
John McCain
R-Ariz
Russell D. Feingold
D-Wis
Franks
Roy
Alexander
Time Magazine
CNN
Scripps Howard News Service
Freeman County bids rejected on fire prevention plan
Frederick County Commissioners rejected Ace Construction Enterprises bid of 34 412 as out of reach for Montevue fire prevention improvements and weighed next steps. Sheriff favoring existing jail site if land is available. A large Spring Valley development ad lists homes from 10 500 and lots from 1 250 to 2 000. A Navy Club exhibit showcases Axis weapons from World War I in Frederick. A genetic research facility at Ft Detrick faces a temporary restraining order request by lawyer Fred J Mack. Frederick dairy princess contest crowns new winner at Catoctin High School. Downtown Frederick bricking widens as Patrick and Market streets are worked on.
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Frederick County
Montevue
Ace Construction Enterprises
F.R. Johnson
Mount Pleasant
R. Patrick Turner
Spring Valley
Motter Avenue
12Th and
13Th Streets
Church and
Court Streets
Frederick
Navy Club of
The
USA
Donald C. Barnes
Fred J. Mack
Araby Road
U.S. District Court
Washington, D.C
Ft. Detrick
Anne Lynn King
Thurmont
Virginia
Lee Ramsburg
Debra Lynn Smith
Jefferson
Catoctin High School
Debbie Hawker
Accountability urged for Frederick County social services salaries
A reader demands public accountability for the Frederick County Md Department of Social Services. They call for salary comparisons, cost-benefit analyses, and a full table of expenditures and services by department, urging a county level start before statewide action. The letter questions pay comparability, the 200-employee payroll, and the value of services funded by taxpayers. It urges transparency and performance metrics.
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Stephen Mood
Frederick County
MD Department of Social Services
Mood
Governor Glendening stands by people over grandstanding
In the May 20 Frederick News-Post the governor says he chose to stand by the people rather than grandstanding, stating the decision is too big for one politician and addressing the treadmill issue.
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Glendening
Frederick
Letters on auto emissions and planning commission seats
Readers debate auto emissions testing with calls for Maryland voters to decide, citing disability income and tax fears. The letter also defends two Planning Commission members, criticizing political influence and urging policy focus over careers. Frederick community voices include Leonard McVey and Donna Kuzemchak.
Two Frederick County Officials Fight Growth Control
Frederick County Board of Commissioners considers reopening the planning commission application. Two members whose terms expire this year, Marty Rice and Bob White, have spoken against unchecked growth and questioned letting growth overwhelm infrastructure. Concerns arise over potential developer influence and the need to balance services with growth, including schools and roads, plus downtown revitalization and the Carroll Creek project.
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Frederick County Board of Commissioners
Frederick County Planning Commission
Marty Rice
Bob White
Frederick County
Planning Commission
Carrol Creek
Disrespectful to the dead prompts plea for justice and closure
Shirley Huse Ford speaks of a grave desecration that erased her mother Elsie R. Huse’s remains in November 1995 and twice exhumed the grave. She describes the family's enduring pain, legal actions, and vow to pursue those responsible until the remains are found.
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Ms. Wolf
Elsie R. Huse
Letters to the Editor at The Frederick News-Post
The Frederick News Post invites signed exclusive letters from readers with home address and phone numbers for verification. Not all letters can be published due to space, and poetry sermons and copied letters are not accepted. Submissions may be mailed, faxed, emailed, or sent via the paper’s website.
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Fredenck News-Post
News
Frederick News-Post
E. Patrick Sr
P.O
Frederick
Fox
Fredericknewspost.com
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Mr. Angell
CMM
Ronald Elving
News-Post
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Market Streets
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Airy
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McVey
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