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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1997
Page
6
A heartfelt message celebrates high school graduates as they close a chapter of friendship, clubs, and honors. It urges goal setting, cherishing family and friends, maintaining values, and shaping a purposeful journey ahead, reminding that learning continues beyond this milestone.
Frederick County should not borrow the original Star-Spangled Banner manuscript from the Maryland Historical Society. Dennis Fiori argues the document is priceless and risks Ly. The cost, logistics, and security needs are immense, and long-term county preservation and education funding would better honor local heritage. The piece urges keeping the manuscript in Baltimore for safety and public access.
Defense Secretary William Cohen faces a high profile push to set clear rules on sexual misconduct in the armed forces. Amid scandals, his push for a line between permissible and forbidden adultery falters as Clinton backs him with broad authority, while Ralston and Shalikashvili reshape the jockeying for the top post and a broader sex study looms.
The proposed master plan for the municipal airport was delivered and referred to the Airport Committee by Mayor Lloyd C. Culler who urged earliest consideration and potential bid advertisements. Plan submitted by Bourne and Caldwell of Washington and associates. The review aims to get the airfield into operation promptly.
The text argues that Timothy McVeigh should receive a death penalty to fit the crime of the bombing, proposing demolition by controlled explosives at a building base. It notes his conviction on all counts and contemplates a punishment never to occur in the justice system.
Frederick Arts Council members announce six nominees for key Executive Board posts at a June 17 general membership meeting. They pledge to raise funds, promote youth programs, and improve operations while expanding grants and advocacy for Frederick County arts.
Judy Dubose and Jonathan Warner announce FAC plans to expand services and boost arts. A June 17 meeting at 7 p.m. in Trunk Hall seeks member turnout and votes for a new board including Pat Chambers and Bob Angell, with committee balance representing county schools and Democratic governance. Lois Jarman notes member views on committee representation.
Reader letters question Lisa Shereika’s resignation from the Family Life Advisory Committee and speculate on a future vacancy filled by a parent with students in public schools. The writer notes Shereika has no children in Frederick County schools and argues balance without liberal bias.
Charles E. Roberts argues the state should not sponsor Lotto citing gambling as a vice. He questions ads, youth exposure, future legal risks, and compares Lotto to cigarette sale, noting tax gains versus social harm. Roberts urges warnings and scrutiny of long term consequences.
The Frederick News-Post invites signed exclusive letters with full name address and phone numbers for verification. Letters may be abridged for space and poetry or form letters are not published. Submissions by mail fax or email are provided.
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