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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1997
Page
6
The piece argues for dialogue on race relations and discusses historical apologies for actions against minorities. It mentions slavery, internment, and experiments, noting public sentiment and the need to address current inequities through discussion across all American races.
Patrick Noone comments on E Thomas Fryes June 3 column opposing belt law enforcement as primary and cameras at intersections. He urges public input on personal freedom versus public safety, noting seat belts save lives and warnings on government overreach, urging vigilance to protect rights.
The piece argues Congress should follow past bipartisan precedents in investigations like Watergate and Iran Contra. It notes Dan Burton's one sided approach in Clinton era inquiries, contrasting with Inouye and Baker who worked with Democrats. Burton seeks unilateral subpoena power, up to 282 issuances so far.
Kondracke argues the house Iran contra inquiry is partisan with 320000 pages from Democratic targets and 15 from Republicans. He notes Burton seeks unilateral witness depositions while Hamilton and Cheney set precedents. Thompson seeks bipartisanship amid zero cooperation from Democrats, and Glenn is accused of partisan shilling under Daschle. calls for a full, fair 1996 probe to restore public trust.
Adjutant General Milton A Reckord announced Camp Ritchie has officially returned to Maryland with improvements totaling 5 million dollars. He noted the camp would be turned over to the federal government in case of major emergency. More than 160 Girl Scouts and Brownies attended the Girl Scout Day Camp in Baker Park from June 23 to 28, directed by Bruce Morgan with help from Sydney Moses. Parents could visit anytime. G Oliver Price announced Shirley Braungart will take over the North Market Street American Store and the Acme Supermarket, succeeding Austin C Gibbons for health reasons. Garwood Harrison will replace Braungart at North Market Street. Mayor Ronald N Young was elected president of the Maryland Municipal League at its Ocean City convention. Attorney General Francis B. Burch spoke to Frederick Rotary on solving Maryland's problems and said he plans to continue his gubernatorial bid. The class of 1917 celebrated its 60th anniversary at the Girls' High School Alumnae Association banquet at Betty's Restaurant, featuring Mil dred Rhoads and other alumnae.
John Powell of Mount Airy questions Allegheny Power's right to place a utility pole on his one acre after a long discussion about location, compensation, and feasibility. He notes repeated refusals of underground cables or steel poles, and fears devaluation and trespass for future upgrades to serve new homes. He intends to consult a lawyer.
The Frederick County Safe Kids Coalition thanks The Frederick News for its May 29 fatal crash coverage at US 15 and Fish Hatchery Road. It notes occupants wearing seat belts and a 15 month old secured in a child safety seat escaped serious injury.
William E F Weber argues June 25 marks 47 years since the start of the Korean War, calling it the forgotten war. He warns the conflict shaped world history, deterred communism, and still requires tens of thousands of US troops along the DMZ. He urges VE Day style remembrance and reflection on why Americans fought and what that fight accomplished.
William A. Borowski Jr. of Frederick urges The Frederick News-Post to mark June 6 with fuller remembrance of D-Day veterans. He cites scant coverage over two years and criticizes recent piece on a 50th reunion as inadequate.
The Frederick News Post invites signed letters with the writer’s name address and phone numbers for verification. Not all letters are published due to volume and space. Submissions can be mailed to Letters to the Editor, Frederick News Post, or submitted by fax or email.
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