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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 1999
Page
3
A reflection on rapid modernization from typewriters to digital devices. The piece contrasts old and new eras, noting co workers recalling manual machines and remote control days while acknowledging progress in medicine, technology, and communication. It weighs benefits against risks like nuclear weapons and mass casualties, urging balance between speed and time for family, faith, and rest.
Long discussion traces parking spaces for the Winchester Hall County Commissioners and office assignments, noting perceived discrimination claims by Ilona Hogan and Jan Gardner. It also previews education policy shifts as an elected school board looms, with Anne Hooper and others weighing change against progress.
Ann McFeatters notes President Clinton, under GOP pressure, pushes a micro agenda on issues from Kosovo peacekeepers to airline delays and child safety seats. Gore supports shelf of broader goals like anti global warming measures and clearer medication labels. The piece frames Clinton’s limited room to maneuver after impeachment.
In Frederick County the field of candidates to succeed Thomas R. Sayter narrowed to three as County Commissioners forward names to the State Tax Commission. Snow in mountainous areas dusted Frederick County while lower elevations stayed near freezing. Girl Scouts, Brownies, and mothers marked the 37th anniversary with a covered dish dinner at Calvary Methodist Church. A group of 14 Hamburg teachers visited Frederick schools on a U S International Cooperation trip. Julie Gladhill and Virgie Trump were praised for volunteer service at Way Station. South Frederick and North Frederick Elementary students enjoyed a Ringling Bros lookalike show by Ken Scott. Frederick City planners recommended a temporary Walser Drive extension in South Frederick to boost industrial land potential.
The passage argues that The Greaseman’s demise rests not on overt racism but on a revealing statement. It suggests the shock came from a radio persona seen as outrageous yet not racist, highlighting hidden attitudes and assumptions within individuals.
A reader notes Hood College teaches African American Political Thought and argues the course frames slavery with sensational detail to shape students' views. The piece cites Felix Frankfurter remarks on mid century Black progress and discusses desegregation, school busing, and white suburban flight as pivotal yet contested elements of Civil Rights history.
George B. Parks Jr argues that Warren era rulings protected black political rights, criticizes liberalism for exploiting black voters, and contends that open-air drug markets and protests reflect a shift from Dr. King’s nonviolence to lasting urban decay and partisan manipulation. He blames Democratic prestige and Republican opposition for ongoing societal divides.
A parent recalls children playing near Sjamsville Road when a ball hit a white pickup and caused fear. The driver halted, reversed, and then stole a boy’s bike, prompting concern for community safety and urging return of the bike. The writer hopes the thief will return the bike to ease guilt.
A provocative essay questions Americans about chosen crimes from taxes to murder, mocking legal oaths and fault lines in law. It ends by addressing Peter Ligocki Jr of Frederick and invoking Bill Clinton in a satirical tone.
In reply to Fran Marsili's Feb 22 letter, Susan Harwell and Gary Moeller urge parents and teachers to discuss constitutional process, ballot box function, and the idea that impeachment disagreements are permissible. They defend Bill Clinton as a human with failings and emphasize apology, forgiveness, and character as measured by willingness to forgive.
Readers are invited to submit signed letters with full contact details for verification. Space is limited. not all letters are published. Send letters to The Frederick News-Post at 200 E Patrick St Frederick MD 21705 or email their staff with the provided contact information.
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