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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1994
Page
4
A discussion compares Frederick Maryland curfew rules struck down as vague with Dallas law similar in aim. It notes court disagreements, recalls a controversial 1990 raid on a Frederick restaurant, and argues curfews justify keeping youths off the streets if applied fairly and narrowly.
Dan Montgomery of Monrovia criticizes a June 9 letter by R. Herbert Oden as misreading American history. He argues the 13th Amendment ended slavery and the Emancipation Proclamation shifted the war’s moral focus, praising presidents who promoted inclusive politics. He urges honest debate, cites education and archives, and warns against racial prejudice.
Aging airborne veterans defy official discouragement to jump onto French soil for the Normandy anniversary. The men, now in their later years, seek to honor fallen comrades and remember their wartime leaps through hedgerows and briefings, their memory guiding civilian lives after World War II.
Major Stephen Robison, a C130 pilot with the West Virginia Air National Guard, describes veterans who after wartime service joined a skydiving tribute. Retired but bold, they relive danger by jumping from planes to honor Normandy fallen, a gesture seen as fitting, risky, and proud.
Frederick Chamber of Commerce directors led by Roger B. Wolfe sent a resolution to the State Roads Commission urging that at least one lane of the dual highway be paved along its entire length from Frederick to Hagerstown. Other directors named include Holmes D. Baker James H. Gambrill Jr. Robert E. Delaplaine Robert B. Crothers William B. Bennett Lloyd C. Culler and Orville F. Amrick. LUCIEN E. Gaudreau announced future landlord registration would be carried out in the new Rent Division office in the Office of Price Administration suite. A dog at the Monocacy River's Sweet Hole attracted officials with fears of a hidden drowning site but no missing-person reports. Frederick Mayor Ronald N. Young urged higher water sewer rate adjustments for a self supporting department. A new flag pole at the YMCA Day Camp Grove was dedicated to Joseph P. Urie who died in a private plane crash. County Commissioners moved to lift a two year moratorium on Crum property redevelopment along East Patrick Street for potential I 70N routes.
A reader replies to The Frederick Post letters on June 14, defending Dr Roscoe Bartlett. The writer asserts the duty of a congressman to protect public funds, expose abuse, and communicate that Bartlett acted to address a public concern rather than neglect his oath. The letter thanks Bartlett for his efforts.
A owner states their arcade is a safe family venue with no smoking alcohol or foul language. They invite scrutiny from visitors while denying rumors of illicit activity and liquor licensing. The couple emphasizes caring for teens who visit for guidance and safety, denying claims of a rough environment.
A letter from Colleen Hurley of Monrovia urges readers to visit Catoctin Video Arcade and Gifts and reflect on family values. She thanks firefighters teachers parents trash collectors policemen doctors and lunch servers for their service and dedication to the community.
Kennita Fraley writes about understanding others’ walks in life as a rural mail carrier. She outlines the USPS’s scale and impact, noting 690,000 career employees, 40,000 post offices, and billions of pieces moved weekly, urging simple kindness to ease life’s challenges.
Mary H. Alsop argues the President skirts Congress via public pressure and hunger strikes to shift Haiti policy, praising Aristide while warning against possible U.S. military involvement. She questions admitting illegal Haitians and laments potential Vietnam-like bloodshed, urging public scrutiny before further action.
Letters to the Editor may be directed to the Frederick News-Post at 200 E. Patrick Sr. Frederick MD 21705 or via the post office box 578. Readers can also send notices by telephone at 652 8299.
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