Do Not Call Can Shield Home From Telemarketers
A newspaper discusses persistent telemarketing intrusions at dinner and explains the Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991. It outlines how to add numbers to the do not call list, notes exceptions for charity or survey calls, and cites possible penalties of 500 to 2500 dollars per violation, plus a method to opt out via the Direct Marketing Association.
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Federal Communications Commission
Direct Marketing Association
Telephone Preference Service
PO. Box
Farmingdale
N.Y
Courage and principle in Derr on school board and abortion debates
A columnist praises Sen. Roy Meachum Derr for standing by his views on an elected school board and abortion legislation. He notes Derr's legal caution, advisory from the attorney general, and restraint in messaging while opposing broad government controls. The piece frames Derr's stance as principled amid partisan noise.
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Derr
Attorney General
Frederick
Annapolis
Residents oppose Hargett Farm zoning change in Frederick
Brad Davy voices concern at Frederick Planning Commission hearing over Hargett Farm and Smart Growth. He argues public notice is inadequate, favors larger lots over high density, and urges moratorium and infrastructure upgrades. He asserts commission has favored developers over residents.
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Hargett Farm
Frederick
Commission
Planning Commission
Hargetts
Brad Davy
Frederik
Highest price yet paid for a farm tractor in Frederick County
At the John S. Wetnight sale on Mt. O'Donnell Farm Petersville auctioneer Emmett Bowlus sold a McCormick Deering Farmall Model M for 2725 dollars, a record price for a local tractor. The state plans water tests along the Monocacy to study fish life decline. Congress candidate Beall announces Frederick as site for August 9 Francis Scott Key stamp sale. County votes against combining Montevue jail at almshouse site. International press hears about recombinant DNA work at Fort Detrick amid peaceful protests. Calvary United Methodist Church hosts the musical Tete lestai with a cast of 60. Frederick city approves rezoning Loats Farm area for a 70000 square foot Noland Company warehouse.
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Frederick County
John S. Wetnight
Mt. O'Donnell
Petersville
Emmett R. Bowlus
McCormick-Deering
First robin sighting sparks early spring chatter
In March a report notes the first robin of spring. A February journal entry by Jessica L Fehr from Visitation Academy Frederick recalls seeing a robin on the cemetery wall at East and Third Streets, documenting an early sign of seasonal change.
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East
Third Streets
Jessica L. Fehr
Oppose Miller Lane changes at March 19 meeting
Frederick City officials will decide whether to close partially close or keep Miller Lane open near the airport as part of the Comprehensive Plan for growth and traffic. Three property owners seek direct Monocacy Boulevard access amid plans to link Miller Lane to Monocacy Boulevard and future undeveloped areas. MARCIA HALL urges public attendance to weigh road access, limited configurations, and area development with Monocacy Boulevard.
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Miller Lane
Bucheimer Road
Frederick City
Remsberg
F&m
Frederick County 250th year plans spark community unity
Edgar W. Rossig III voices pride in Frederick County as 250th events unfold. He praises efforts to preserve the 1755 Sebastian Derr House and urges residents to attend a March 19 town meeting at Gov. Thomas Johnson High School cafeteria for an informational presentation. Aims to keep the house on site for future generations.
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Tam
Frederick County
Sebastian Derr
Gov. Thomas Johnson High School
Don’t fund Derr house save plan say critics
A Frederick County reader, Dan Trey of Emmitsburg, urges locals to stop funding restoration of the Derr house. He questions the public aid, suggests alternatives, mocks “save the world” projects, and proposes a new or rebuilt “old house” with a time capsule.
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Derr
Frederick County
Public debate over Derr House preservation ends
William L. Herron argues against public discussion and governmental involvement in saving the Derr House. He suggests only interested private parties, including developers and donors, should decide and fund preservation or let the site perish. He welcomes private contributions if interest exists.
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Derr
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Senate
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News-Post
State Department of Research and Education
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U.S. Postal Department
Francis Scott Key
Montevue
Almshouse
International Press
Fort Detrick
Post
People’s Business Commission
Western Maryland
Calvary United Methodist Church
Columbus
Ohio
South Market Street
Noland Company
Marcia Hall Frederick
Edgar W. Rossig III
New Market Historical Society
Dan Trey Emmitsburg
William L. Herron Frederick
Mike Powell
Fredericknewspost.com
Frederick News Post
News Post
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Frederick News-Post
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