Escape drama at Frederick County Detention Center
Citizens question how Daren Witmer escaped from the Frederick County Detention Center after clambering over two 20 foot fences. The piece praises law enforcement for pursuing Witmer and notes the difficulty in stopping an escape once begun, while urging center staff to reflect on possible gaps and improvements.
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Daren Witmer
Frederick County
Witmer
Royal Canadian Mounties
Goodbye Sweetie the Walker coonhound's new tire tale
A column recalls the family dog Goodbye Sweetie as she guards departures from the home in Sweetwater, with memories of earlier mischief and the evolving bond among the pets. The piece highlights Boomer the airedale becoming a caretaker, Sweetie’s allergies, and the household’s efforts to civilize their dogs.
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Sharon
Neil Simon
Simon
Sweetwater
Sweetie
Sabillasville
Dear Truman
Emily
Hell
Boomer
Airedale
Imperfect presidents and Clinton's fundraising turns
The piece argues Clinton has accepted more campaign money from donors with influence than expected under his vow to end big money politics. It notes Democrats received 20 million and Republicans 13 million since he took office, with donors like Lodwrick Cook giving to both parties. The question remains what the payoff will be. A spokesman notes donors often give to both sides.
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Clinton
Democratic Party
Arco Oil Company
Lodwrick Cook
California
Cook
Arco
Oil Company
Rooney on Clinton flaws and public life in politics
The columnist argues private indiscretions should not ruin public duties and laments the imperfect nature of presidents. He notes Whitewater and Clinton related matters, cites Rush Limbaugh, and contemplates voting for Clinton again in 1996 while preferring a near perfect leader.
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Clinton
Gennifer Flowers
Whitewater
Clintons
Hillary
Rush Limbaugh
Tootsie
United States
Paula Jones
Tribune Media
Recycling concerns and health worries about reused products
A reader questions recycling, claiming it harms health and doubts the safety of recycled paper towels. They describe disgust at bodily contact, pet messes, and pests, and wonder about the chemicals used to sanitize and the risks for non-smokers.
Power and civic notes from Frederick County and beyond
A Frederick PE substation project aims to cut long power outages after a transformer fault. Mayor Gittinger designates his wife to christen a Frederick Victory ship under construction in Baltimore. Third quarter gasoline coupons become available for War Necessity Certificates. Walter Hagen Pro-Am Golf Tournament benefits to proceed after a delay. A House subcommittee backs extending Amtrak Blue Ridge service to Pittsburgh, revising the Cumberland to Parkersburg segment.
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Frederick
Hugh V. Gittinger
Bessie Gittinger
Bethlehem Fairchild
Baltimore
Frederick County
Office of Price Administration
U.S. House
Pittsburgh
Blue Ridge
Washington
Parkersburg
W.va
Cumberland
Letter on nutrition, Independence Cards, and Food Stamps
A nurse argues for informed use of Food Stamps stressing nutrition, cultural meals, and common items like salad bar produce and shellfish. The writer notes RDAs apply to all and questions treating ketchup as a vegetable, urging consideration of realistic, moderate portions for shared meals and diverse dietary needs.
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Barbara Collins
Independence
Independence Card
Letters discuss Food Stamp Act abuse and Schifferstadt gains
ANNE HUMMER argues the Food Stamp Act abuse exists but recipients still feed their families with program support. She urges proactive action and lobbying rather than letters to editors. NORMAN W. BIRZER notes improvements at Schifferstadt and invites outsiders to contribute or join the Frederick County Landmarks Foundation at Schifferstadt, 1110 Rosemont Ave. Frederick MD 21701.
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Schifferstadt
Marjorie Young
Frederick County Landmarks Foundation
Rosemont Ave
Frederick
Volunteers note Schifferstadt upkeep concerns and funding
A Schifferstadt volunteer outlines strict Maryland Historic Trust requirements that slow maintenance projects and require costly studies before any work. They cite completed door and trim painting, hopes for new funds after mortgage payoff, and request concrete feedback rather than general newspaper criticism.
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Marjorie Young
Schifferstadt
Architectural Museum
Majorie
Maryland Historic Trust
Wiccan religion mocked in June 13 editorial letters
A reader accuses The News-Post of anti investigative reporting on a Wiccan letters page. The letter argues Wicca is unfairly treated as a Christian bogeyman and questions defenders of the Constitution and separation of church and state. JACK Deatherage Jr Emmitsburg.
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Frederick County
News-Post
Milliner
Letters to the Editor in The Frederick News-Post
Readers are invited to submit letters to The News-Post. Include name address and phone number for verification. Send letters to The News-Post Box 578 Frederick MO 21765 or to 200 E owes $., 6.0.
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Frederick
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