Montgomery County Parking Tax Plan Sparks Debate
Frederick County residents who commute to Montgomery County could face higher costs if a proposed employer parking space tax passes. The plan would charge 10 dollars per month per space, aiming to fund transportation projects with projected 25 million dollars in new revenue. Proponents argue it targets out of state commuters and reduces congestion, while critics warn it would hurt businesses and trade off economic contributions from commuters who also shop and work in Montgomery. IBM, a major local employer, pays over one million dollars in taxes, illustrating the significant role of business taxes in public services.
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Not me explains war on drugs split among officials
Roy Meachum argues that Maryland attorneys and Frederick County workers resist drug testing, denouncing the war on drugs as politicians and media hype. He cites Winchester Hall hearings, critiques of Hoke and Stern, and urges humane treatment while supporting random testing to uncover hidden abusers.
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Birthday Card Delays Highlight Bush Gorbachev Tension
June 13 1989 night action reveals Yuri Dubinin delivered a one day late birthday greeting from Mikhail Gorbachev to George Bush. Brent Scowcroft and a NSC duty officer initially hesitated to wake the president as details emerged from the sealed note.
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China Reunification Dreams and Gander Crash Probe Revisited
Deng Xiaoping pursues a possible one China framework with Chiang Wei-kuo amid mutual distrust and Taiwan’s Lee Tenghui opposes Chiang. In Gander, 248 soldiers died. FBI and Canadian probes dispute causes. GAO to review with Congress due end month.
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Road plan for Maryland up to 1960 announced
W F Childs state manager of the Highway Planning Survey outlined a four lane divided highway system linking Washington Baltimore Annapolis and Southern Maryland to meet traffic needs through 1960. He called many existing Maryland roads obsolete for future and present demands.
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The Check Was Found by Frederick Postal Workers
A reader recounts a lost small insurance dividend check found thanks to Frederick postal workers. After misplacing the payment, the writer feared it was in the post office depository, but the next day the check arrived in the mail, proving the employees trustworthy and helpful.
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Letter on preventing antifreeze poisoning in dogs
A local letter responds to Connie Stalnaker about her daughter’s dog Maxx. It argues antifreeze poisoning can be accidental and stresses owners must keep dogs safe, outlining how a dog might ingest antifreeze after wandering loose and noting other common poisons.
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Letter on dog control and antifreeze safety
Deborah Tuel argues laws protect both society and dogs in antifreeze poisoning cases. She urges dog owners to confine pets, prevent ground licks, wipe spills, store antifreeze safely, and dispose of containers to protect children and animals.
Public school ideas meet parental backlash in Frederick County
A Frederick County parent argues against Dr. Noel Farmer’s plan for longer school days and an expanded year, warning of dormitory housing and rushed schedules. The letter questions bus times, air conditioning, and moral parenting needs while urging balanced, child-friendly reform. An MD rights measure fails. victim rights debate continues in Annapolis.
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Noel Farmer
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Love for man and beast in a pro life animal rights view
Carolyn Marshall-Green argues in a Thursday letter that animal rights activists share concern for those who cannot speak, extending compassion to all species. She cites Tolstoy and asserts love for animals does not diminish human life, urging unity of humane concerns.
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