Flag Day and Flag City debate in Maryland town
The piece argues for naming Frederick as a Flag City to fund local projects like Carroll Creek Park with profits from Flag Day and July Fourth. It cites Francis Scott Key and Barbara Fritchie as real historical connections, mentions potential constitutional flag protection amendments, and urges action to defend the flag symbol.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frederick
Flag City
U.S.A
Carroll Creek Park
Francis Scott Key
Mount Olivet Cemetery
Frontiersmen and militias in American history debate
The piece discusses colonial forts as refuges during Indian raids, the rise of militia ideals in the 18th century, and parallels with modern gun politics. It mentions Lexington Concord gun control, Second Amendment notions, and questions about militias, radicals, and political alignments with figures like Dr Crawford and Roscoe Barnett.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edward Braddock
Pennsylvania
Maryland
Virginia
Lexington
England
Concord
Maryland Citzens
Steve Crawford
MAHA
Larry Pratt
Gun Owners of America
U.S
Dr. Crawford
Roscoe Barnett
Mr. Kohut
Congress
Borre
Knoxville
Market competition urged to save Medicare from bankruptcy
The piece argues both Clinton and Republicans dodge real reform and push price controls as the core tool. It highlights the Progressive Policy Institute plan that would have the government pay premiums up to regional private plan averages, steering seniors toward managed care while preserving freedom to pay extra for fee for service. It notes projected savings and the need for bipartisan action or a commission to tackle long term funding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clinton
GOP
Progressive Policy Institute
New Democrat
Democratic Leadership Council
Bob Kerrey
Neb
Joe Lieberman
Conn
John Breaux
Sam Nunn
David Kendall
Mike Andrews
D-Texas
Jim Cooper
D-Tenn
Lewin-Vhi
PPI
Newspaper Enterprise Association
Frederick area event roundup shows local leaders and ceremonies
Dr John N LaVan denounced nationalism while addressing Potomac Synod at Hood College. Mayor elect Lloyd C Culler plans June 17 first meeting with aldermen including lone Republican Jesse C Shaver. Bakery rep warns bread and grain shortages threaten industry as Frederick NORML fundraiser draws 1300 supporters near Linganore Road. Elks Lodge 684 marks Flag Day at Mount Olivet and Bicentennial ceremony at Frederick Towne Mall with Edward P Thomas and Louis L Goldstein.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Nations Organization
John N. LaVan
Philadelphia
Potomac Synod
Hood College
Dr. LaVan
Board
United Promotion of Evangelical and Reformed Church
Lect
Lloyd C. Culler
Board of Aldermen
Jesse C. Shaver
Frederick Towne Mall
Edward P. Thomas
Louis L. Goldstein
Maryland
Thurmont United In Love rally promotes racial harmony
A Thurmont resident recalls attending a Saturday rally titled United In Love aimed at removing barriers to justice and equality in the Thurmont Frederick County area. Attendee notes larger turnout and more diverse participants than June reports, praising community solidarity and a closing hands circle at Memorial Park.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thurmont
Frederick County
Maryland
Lam
Community Park
Memorial Park
Beginning of a new era for a shared community
Fragmentary OCR text shows fragmented phrases about a new era and a dedicated group claimed to be for everyone. Mentions of WSU and names appear garbled. No coherent events or clear entities to anchor a solid summary.
Thurmont unity against hatred celebrated in love
A letter from Rosemary A. McDermott praises Thurmont United in Love for embracing diversity and urging outreach to all groups including African Americans Mexicans and the gay and lesbian community while contrasting with a nearby Klansmen gathering. The author calls for respectful free expression and envisioning a shared community spirit. Charles Bartholow offers a separate note on charity donations and thrift store pricing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thurmont United
Thurmont
Goodwill sale offers antique pieces at low prices
Community center hosts a sale featuring Goodwill items priced as antiques. Shoppers can browse furniture, decor, and collectibles while supporting local programs. Proceeds go toward helping residents with essential services.
Youth with many piercings at Sheetz offers lesson in judging
A shopper recalls a morning at a Thurmont Sheetz where a tall pierced youth with multiple earrings moved through the line. The encounter defied first impressions as the boy spoke politely and helped with creamer, highlighting a reminder to drop prejudgments and seek peace.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thad
Thurmont Middle
Sheetz
Readers respond in garbled causerie column
Fragmentary letters to the editor appear in a garbled page section titled The Fogaerack with partial dates and odd spellings. The readable bits show brief opinions and a dated referenceMAD 25 705 and mention local issues.
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Raleigh
Militia
Frontier Protector
Berry's
Weil
Tks
Nok Fesy Peng A
Ayect Agtoe
Morton Kondracke
Peet
PRS
The
Newe-Post
Elks Lodge
Mt. Olivet Cemetery
Jack I. Posner
U.S. Air Force
Linganore Road
Frederick Norml
National Organization For the Repeal of Marijuana Laws
Dexa Ward
Clayton Thurinent
Rosemary A. McDermott
Charles Bartholow Frederick
Thad Alwell
Anthony Fru
Ters
Tae
Fogaerack
Sipmericke
MAD
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