Maryland testing groups and private schools debate performance
The Maryland School Performance Assessment Program was used to compare private and public school student scores. Private schools showed higher marks due to stricter acceptance standards, but the editorial urges calm, praising all schools and advising parents to focus on their own child’s effort and communication with teachers.
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Maryland
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General Assembly
Frederick County
Iowa
California
Ferguson opposes Outcome Based Education in state race
Pete Gauthier argues Tim Ferguson, Maryland’s Republican candidate for the Fourth District State Senate, opposes OBE. The writer weighs OBE’s lack of time constraints, questions standardized testing as a measure, and contends content based, time structured systems better drive excellence, urging public funding not to back OBE.
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Tim Ferguson
Maryland
State Senate
Ferguson
Obe
Gwennis McNeil
Eric Digest
America
Pete Gauthier
Hramitsburg
Harry Swope Ferguson and the truth in District 4 politics
The piece accuses Harry Swope Ferguson of twisting facts in the 1992 SB 1 Special Session debate over tax policy. It claims Ferguson misstates payroll tax rules and contrasts Delegate George Littrell’s votes on federal tax funding with local budget impacts. Harry Snape is named as a Republican from Union Bridge.
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Harry Snape
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OJ Simpson in TV spotlight and public questions
A fragment discussing OJ Simpson's TV presence and public image, debating how to refer to him, plus queries on his actions after the Bronco pursuit, his relationships with his children, the Bronco car's ownership, and potential Emmy recognition for a police officer involved. The piece raises lingering media and public perception questions about Simpson and related details.
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al Cowlings
Los Angeles
O J Simpson and the death penalty debate and public reaction
Rooney questions shifting views on the O J Simpson case and asks whether first wife believes he is guilty. The piece probes media reporting, legal wording, potential protections from suit, and public response including Brentwood residents and reaction to the televised chase.
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Soldier returns to Frederick after Sicily and Anzio
One year after landing with American forces in North Africa, Braddock Heights native Howard L. Minnick is discharged as a bomb-shocked veteran. He recalls Frederick looks mighty good and would not trade his hometown for anything.
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Negative campaign concerns in local letter to editor
A letter praising Roscoe Bartlett for criticizing staff use of the President's helicopter to play golf sparks debate. David Brinkley, a near-candidate against Tom Hattery, is accused of hinting Hattery supported the misuse. Readers urged substantive plans from Brinkley and other candidates. Ron Cramer Adamstown.
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Roscoe Bartlett
Holly Hills
David Brinkley
Tom Hattery
House of Delegates
Hattery
Brinkley
County hires 80 workers sparks budget backlash
County commissioners plan to add 80 workers, boosting bureaucracy and tax burden. Critics call it a endless cycle, arguing many county roles are questionable and urge reallocating current staff rather than expanding headcount. The piece questions future funding demands and warns of escalating costs.
Letters urge strong action against commissioners
William L. Herron of Frederick calls for decisive measures against city commissioners. He states at least three current commissioners should be impeached and asks for a detailed budget from any commissioner who wishes to discuss which jobs are expendable.
Graffiti Vandalism Focus Sparks Reader Letter
A Frederick News-Post reader argues graffiti frames criminals by publishing photos. The letter urges immediate removal of vandalism from front pages and questions whether publicity spurs more acts. It also discusses environmental pollution and calls for catalytic converters and nuclear power.
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Frederick News-Post
Frederick City
First topless bar then a brothel in Mount Airy
Blaine Dean of Mount Airy opposes a proposed topless bar and warns that it will lead to a brothel. He accuses Mr. Eisenberg of pursuing special interests and argues the town should reject such establishments.
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Mount Airy
Eisenberg
Stop acid rain We should prevent acid rain
The text argues against acid rain, noting its harm to wildlife and forests and its erosion of statues. It cites pollution as the cause and urges action to prevent further damage.
Suffering with fools in public office prompts call for better leaders
Vincent J. Mooney Jr endorses County Commissioner Sue Ann Yingling's critique of colleague behavior and attitudes. He argues quality public servants transcend party lines, urging a full slate of new county commissioners with patience, fiscal acumen, and collaborative spirit. He questions if five truly capable candidates will emerge from ten in the general election.
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Sue Ann Yingling
Letter guidelines from The Frederick News-Post
The Frederick News-Post invites readers to submit letters to the editor with name address and phone for verification. Letters may be edited for space and taste. mailing address and a daytime phone number are requested for confirmation.
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