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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Mar 29, 1995
Page
6
An experiment in suburban Philadelphia introduces meters that erase leftover time when a car leaves a space and block additional time by feeding. Revenue rose from 12.45 to 44 dollars per week, while turnover increased as spots free up sooner.
The piece argues GOP leaders including Newt Gingrich face a tough path to enact the Contract with America in the 104th Congress. It warns that continued clashes with Clinton could define him as a do nothing president, notes internal GOP fragmentation, and suggests Powell or a similar surge might be needed to boost the party.
The Persian Gulf War victory leaves Iraq under Saddam Hussein still in power and U S policy tangled. Two Americans William Barloon and Dennis Calibertias jailed in Iraq are described as bargaining chips in Saddam’s push to lift sanctions and restore oil sales.
Copley News Service notes the U S call for tough stance on Saddam Hussein while considering a U N backed oil sale to aid Iraqi civilians. Turkey defends northern incursion against terrorism as U N draft resolution seeks relief funds. Potential misdirection of oil proceeds raises alarms about civilian aid and military aims.
State Senator John B. Funk announced amendments to House Bill 490 directing gasoline tax revenue to Frederick city and Frederick County towns. Frederick city would receive 815,000 annually, with Brunswick 84,500 Emmitsburg 750 Middletown 450 Woodsboro 300 and Burkittsville 100. Promotions for three 29th Division men and one 102nd Division corporal were announced from the European Theater. Roy E. Miller William R. Buxton Arthur G. Zimmerman and Carl E. Tucker were promoted to corporal or TS. Curtis A. Bowen and Peggy Pilgram said a new Business Committee drive aims to stock downtown stores. WMHI-AM became a Frederick radio station WHMI with FCC license change. WMHL-FM keeps Braddock Heights designation. An EMTA class in Frederick County trained 63 with 16 women, at Stup's Reclamation Center on Ball Road.
A writer critiques the Motor Vehicle Administration for delays and misstatements about tag timing. He recounts obtaining two trailers and a truck, long lines at Frederick, and six week tags after prior six month renewals. He urges Mr Rickert to experience the line and supports Phillip Allen’s grievances.
A Maryland mover from Connecticut responds to W. Marshall Rickert defending MVA service. The writer argues Maryland staff were courteous and prompt, noting a respectful inspector and helpful personnel despite a prior critique of DMV offices in general.
A Maryland MVA Frederick visit impressed a Connecticut resident with rapid vehicle registrations and license transfers. The writer commends staff, notes a supervisor assisted during peak times, and contrasts with experiences in Connecticut. The letter also critiques unmanned ambulances and urges community support for fire department staffing. Janet Livingston signs from Middletown.
The writer argues that rapid EMS is vital to survival, explains clinical versus biological death, and condemns freeing apparatus to fetch meals. He notes Libertytown Fire Department covers over 50 square miles and that ambulances may be 1.5 miles from the station, stressing that responders must stay together with equipment to save lives.
Stephen L. Bish rails against Frederick Post coverage of three men prosecuted for digging relics from the river bottom under the Maryland Submerged Archaeological Historical Property Act. He calls the legislation wasteful and harassing, citing bullets buckles and a button as the haul and urging voters to act.
The Frederick News-Post invites letters with name address and phone for verification. Publication not guaranteed due to volume and space or taste edits. Poetry and religious verse are excluded. Address and fax details provided.
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