Cracked Claw Opens Marylands First Off Track Betting Parlor
In Urbana, Maryland the Cracked Claw becomes the states first off track betting parlor drawing a solid crowd for wagering and meals. Owner John Poole pledged good operation and community awareness to avoid trouble as betting expands in Weber County.
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Annapolis
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Jurassic Park hype and mixed reviews miss the mark
Roy Meachum surveys Jurassic Park and Life with Mikey, noting Spielberg's blockbuster publicity, high costs, and big box office bets. He questions the film's surprises and drama, comparing it unfavorably to Godzilla and King Kong, while praising Christina Vidal in Life with Mikey and criticizing Guilty as Sin for overhyped drama.
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Laura Dern
Jeff Goldblum
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Marisa Tomei
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Mikey" Fox
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GWEN defense program stirs Senate opposition and local protests
Defense Secretary Les Aspin backs GWEN 11 million dollar Ground Wave Emergency Network amid criticism that it echoes Cold War planning. Livingston Montana residents oppose towers as blight, while Sen. Max Baucus questions need amid a 300 billion defense budget. Black lawmakers recount discriminatory experiences in Washington.
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Marauder bomber crew battles ME 109s over Pantelleria
Lt Kenneth G Ross of Huntington Ind led a bombing run when engine trouble forced a turn to rejoin his formation. Bombardier Edward L Baker and Sgt James R William fought the attacking ME 109s while Sgt John K Moberly fired on the fighter. Escorts downed the second ME 109 and the crew made an emergency landing. Playground staff appointments include Helma H Bowers overseeing pool and golf staff. A Frederick man is sought for impersonating a sheriff's deputy. Frederick Community College hires nine new teachers as summer courses begin and a Y-mobile Van expands YMCA outreach programs.
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Huntington
Ind
Pantelleria
North Africa
Edward L. Baker
Murphysboro
Til
James R. William
Milwaukee
Wis
John K. Moberly
Frederick
New Frederick Community College
FCC
Weigh stations needed on 1 270
A reader argues that 1 270 weigh stations are needed to enforce truck weight limits. The letter cites rising traffic and says weigh stations protect roads and taxpayers from repair costs, urging support despite criticism from others.
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Evelyn K. Stephenson
Jerry Vargo
Loss of Wayne Hinkle and Terry Fields in 1992 accident
A 1992 crash near Myersville killed Wayne Hinkle and Terry Fields after Randy Hostetter drove intoxicated at high speed with lights off. Witnesses say he turned on lights before impact. The case resulted in a plea to homicide by motor vehicle while intoxicated, with potential sentences and fines debated by locals.
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Myersville
Wayne Hinkle
Terry Fields
Fire Company
Wayne
Randy Hostetter
Fields
Hostetter
Maryland
Courtroom Letter Demands Harsh Sentence for Hostetter
A letter-writer condemns Hostetter for killing, urges the judge to impose the maximum sentence and fine, and asserts Hostetter will walk free after serving time. The writer contrasts the fate of victims’ families with Hostetter’s planned freedom and questions first amendment rights amid personal phone bill complaints. ED SIEGRIST Frederick
Stop Smoking Strong Appeal by Emily Clusman Monrovia
Emily Clusman urges action against smoking in the United States. She highlights health risks including lung damage and second hand smoke and recommends medical help, nicotine patches, and reducing cigarette production while redirecting focus to healthier endeavors.
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United States
Frustrated caller recounts C-SPAN call-in delays
A viewer with multiple sclerosis describes repeatedly reaching a busy signal and then being cut off on C-SPAN's viewer call-in show. He notes the normal practice is to let the line ring until the guest is ready, but several connections were dropped before he could speak.
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C-Span
No year round school urgent call for breaks decline
John Andrew Bernatz argues against year round schooling saying students and teachers need extended breaks to rest and play. He asserts longer school days as a preferred alternative, suggesting recess removal to offset costs and avoid increasing national debt.
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