Maryland Shapes GOP Race as Junior Tuesday Loses Luster
Light turnout in Maryland and seven states dulled the edge of Super Tuesday. Bob Dole led with 223 delegates of 996 needed while Lamar Alexander and Richard Lugar exited. Democratic contest in Maryland saw Fredrick’s Steve Crawford distance Osmundson and Koontz. overall 18 percent turnout in House races and 33 percent for Republicans.
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Ruth Graham Questions City Hall Fun in Frederick
Ruth Graham writes from Frederick criticizing City Hall under Mayor Grimes. She notes business closures, empty storefronts, unanswered questions about management and personnel actions, wages, and Weinberg Center funding. She calls for open questioning of officials and accountability to taxpayers.
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Clinton strategy centers on widening gap with Republicans
Clinton pursues a centrist 1996 plan on crime economy education and immigration to outpace rivals. He touts deficit cuts lower rates and job growth while Dole Buchanan and Forbes push hard on social and border issues. Clinton claims progress on a TV rating V chip border enforcement and hiring American citizens over illegal workers.
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Clinton uses bully pulpit to push reform in 1996 strategy
Clinton plans a busy March with speeches in Michigan and New Jersey, a White House conference on youth violence and drugs, and a new anti-drug czar. He will announce education, economy, and welfare reforms while courting business executives and prosecutors, signaling a push to build a campaign record ahead of the GOP primary. He aims to sway Congress on a balanced budget, tax cuts, and campaign finance reform, while highlighting progress in Japan auto parts sales and health care initiatives. Senator Kondracke notes Clinton’s leverage of executive authority during the primary season.
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Downtown zones change for home occupancy in Frederick
At a February meeting the Greater Frederick Development Corporation approved amending the zoning ordinance to create Home Occupations in the DB and DB O districts in downtown Frederick. The change recognizes downtown's unique character, allowing signs and deliveries to better market residences and support economic development along Market Street and Patrick Street.
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Flat tax concept sparks reader debate on fairness
A reader supports Bruce Shawen's letter praising a flat tax, arguing high earners should not pay more to fund government. The letter cites investment risk and skilled work as reasons to avoid higher taxes on higher incomes. The writer questions why wealthier individuals are penalized for success.
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Letters about a flat income tax and Congressional adjustments
A reader discusses potential modifications to a flat tax and how much income can be adjusted before taxation. They consider poverty exemptions, dependent credits, and question Mr Shawen's critique, praising Congress and elected officials for crafting tax policy.
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State of hunger in Maryland demands action
A Maryland advocate cites 1993 data showing 168000 children under 12 hungry or at risk, 843000 under 12 in state, and racial infant mortality disparities as linked to maternal malnutrition. The piece urges preserving and expanding federal nutrition programs and urging candidates to sign the Candidate Commitment to End Childhood Hunger. CARROLL ALLMAN Germantown
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Maryland governor moves on Camp Ritchie and hospital use
In Maryland, Governor Herbert O Conor says steps are taken to return Camp Ritchie to state control and hints at using part of the site as a state hospital. The Telephone strike hits Frederick with pickets at 10 p.m. and a skeleton management crew to keep emergency service.
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No to slots in Maryland horse racing plea
A defender argues against slot machines at Maryland race tracks and off track venues. They note owners demanded slots to revive racing and warn against relying on gambling as a fix. They reference 1968 actions removing slots and insist racing must stand on its own merits.
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Sabers and Roses Ball Named in Frederick Anniversary
The Frederick News-Post notes a naming dispute over the city ball as the Sabers and Roses Ball and records that no official change occurred. Beth Gura, linked to the 250th anniversary, called the event lovely in a March 1 letter and praised the efforts for the anniversary year. Marie Anne Erickson Braddock Heights.
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Letters to the Editor guidelines at The Frederick News-Post
The Frederick News-Post invites letters with name address and phone for verification. Due to high volume publication is not guaranteed and some letters are edited for haste. Address letters to E Patrick at PO Box 578 Frederick MD.
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