County workers face shift to 40 hours without raise
Frederick County commissioners debate moving from a 35 hour week to 40 hours with no pay increase. Sue Ann Yingling proposes longer daily hours to keep offices open later, aiming to save taxpayer money though colleagues resist. The reporter notes state and county workers value secure jobs but oppose extra work for the same pay.
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Frederick County
William Donald Schaefer
Frederick GOP Dinner Sparks Debate on Party Strength
At the Lincoln Day Dinner in Frederick the GOP cheers a possible past lead over Democrats as county tallies and independents hint at a shift. The piece notes 34374 Republicans against 34195 Democrats, the rise of independents, and ongoing tension over speakers like Newt Gingrich and Oliver North shaping fundraising and party image.
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Army funds costly biological research amid Gulf War concerns
The Pentagon acknowledged insufficient readiness to shield U S and allied troops from biological threats, with Iraq suspected of anthrax and botulinum agents. Despite 500 million plus since 1984, a Center for Public Integrity draft study flags the Biological Defense Research Program as unaccountable, underperforming, and misaligned with defensive aims.
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Center For Public Integrity
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NewsPost transcription notes show missing words
A fragmentary note indicates yesterday's NewsPost text was incomplete with several letters and words garbled. The readable bits point to a brief item about a local publication, but key names dates and actions are missing.
Frederick House Bills Seek Sunday Movies and Sports
The Maryland House introduced referenda for June elections authorizing Sunday sports from 2 to 6 p m and 8 p m to 12 a m and Sunday movies from 1 30 p m to 6 p m and 8 p m to 12 a m. Charles E Moylan of Baltimore prepared wartime civic questionnaires distributed by Emory Post 8 American Legion. Health Dept chief Dr Charles G Spicknall surveyed subdivisions with septic systems to consider community water and sewer facilities. Donald Date leads a Job Bank in a revamped Human Relations Council, merging with the Community Action Agency to form the Community Services Agency. State Education reports show Maryland high schoolers miss job prep by skipping relevant courses. April 9 Walkersville area civic meeting set to form a local association.
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House of Delegates
Robert L. Grove
Frederick County
Grove
Charles E. Moylan
Baltimore
Emory Post
American Legion
Mr. Moylan
Charles G. Spicknall
Donald Date
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CAA
Human Relations Council
Community Services Agency
CSA
Date
State Department of Education
Maryland
Homosexuality debate letter attacks Patrone term insults
A Gaithersburg reader denounces John Patrone for calling heterosexuals filth and says both sides twist words. He recalls Army service, questions motives, and challenges the claim about teaching children, ending with a harsh personal rebuke.
Inclusiveness and Equality in America Letter Critique
A letter writer argues over who counts as the people and attacks Susan Frisina's March 11 theory calling for contact with representatives. The piece notes her stance against admitting infected people and frames the debate as a struggle over social and moral fibers in the United States.
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Susan Frisina
Realiry
MS Frisina
Where are all the American people
A letter argues against lifting bans on gays in the military and against discrimination. It challenges bigotry, notes HIV testing limits, and defends inclusive values, praising Bill Clinton for promoting equality. The writer signs ANNEMARIE HINDMAN Frederick.
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Deadbeat dads and contested parenting roles discussed
The piece argues that responsible fathers still face challenges from ex-wives and mothers who seek to exploit children for leverage. It questions persistent stereotypes and highlights frustration with perceived unfair treatment in custody dynamics.
Abortion politics and taxpayer funding debate in Maryland
Letter writer objects to on demand abortions funded by Medicaid in Maryland. He criticizes pro choice stance for seeking government backing while opposing government involvement in personal decisions. Urges residents of Frederick County to oppose Medicaid financing of abortions and favor adoption and prenatal care.
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Frederick Post
Maryland
Fredenck County
Letter Writers Address to The Frederick News-Post
A letters to the editor notice invites readers to send lumens and comments to The Frederick News-Post in Frederick Maryland. Contact details include P O Box 578 and a telex line for correspondence.
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