Federal funds eyed as snow emergencies hit Maryland hard
The piece argues Maryland counties face huge snow costs with Frederick County spending about 445000 on a recent blizzard and statewide costs estimated at 25 million. It notes unusual federal aid potential, contrasts Eastern Shore representatives Wayne Gilchrest and Roscoe Bartlett’s stance, and questions fairness of nationwide federal snow relief.
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Frederick County
Maryland
Wayne Gilchrest
Roscoe Bartlett
Bartlett
New Mexico
Oregon
Maine
Uncle Sam
Oscar Night Reflections and Local Film Picks
The writer praises winners like Clint Eastwood and Emma Thompson while noting Fair Moon awards for Best Actor and Best Actress, then shifts to local screenings. He highlights Marisa Tomei, Denzel Washington, and Spike Lee, plus reflections on AIDS awareness and Fellini tributes. Then he critiques recent releases Born Yesterday, A Far Off Place, Hear No Evil, Married to It, and Power of No Return as dreary or entertaining in different ways.
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Brooklyn
Sharon
Marisa Tomei
Vinny
al Pacino
Denzel Washington
Malcolm X
Spike Lee
Hollywood
Mr. Lee
Clint Eastwood
Academy
Gene Hackman
Howards End
Emma Thompson
Ruth Prawer Shabbala
Neil Jordon
Jordon
Elizabeth Taylor
Jean Hersholt
Sophia Loren
Miss Loren
Marcello Mastroianni
Federico Fellini
North Market Street
Judy Holliday
Melanie Griffith
Don Johnson
Miami Vice
John Goodman
Miss Griffith
Garson Kanin
Beast
Man
Marlee Matlin
D.B. Sweeney
Martin Sheen
Miss Nallin
Ron Silver
Cybill Shepherd
Beau Badges
Stockard Channing
Mary Stuart Masterson
Robert Sean Leonard
Bridget Fonda
Rhassin
Fonda
Senate probes boxing ties to crime blackout
Senate investigators pursue three current or former boxing champions for possible organized crime links. Subpoenas force two to testify at an April 1 hearing, with mob informant Sammy Gravano as star witness. Gravano claims boxing industry changes reduced fixings but allowed mob profits. testimony includes past discussions with boxer Renaldo Snipes.
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William Roth
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Brooklyn
N.Y
Renaldo Snipes
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Snipes
Italy
New York
Bruce Cutler
McCain Will Not Seek Mayor Nomination in Frederick
Alderman H McCain resigns from the mayoral bid to focus on duties at Frederick Iron and Steel Company and seek re election to the Board of Aldermen. Cockerly, 72, injured when car nudges him while painting curb near the post office on East Patrick Street. Keller reports spring camp in Asbury Park after holdout over 15000 salary. Citizens Building and Loan hosts open house before new office opening at Frederick County Square Mall. Local developers, attorney meet sanitary commission over 23 amendments to water and sewer policy. New Market council approves zoning ordinance then public dispute erupts over Historic District on east side and potential impact on east side commerce.
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Frederick Iron and Steel Company
Frederick
Russell
H. McCain
George Cockerly
East Patrick Street
Mr. Cockerly
Citizens Building and Loan Association
Frederick County Square
Norman Todd
William Brosius
Jerome Offutt
The
Frederick County
New Market
Kathleen Snowden
Franklin Shaw
Ms. Snowden
Reader Letter Questions Plea Deals in Evans Murder Case
John Leonard of Frederick voices concerns about a plea bargain reducing a murder sentence to life with parole after about 15 years. He argues the state had strong evidence from two homes, questions deterrence and attorney competency, and calls for harsher accountability in the justice system.
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Evans
Aleady
Meachum Attack Sparks Threats and Claims
A reader expresses fear after an attack by Ray Meacham and challenges prior accusations. They recall meeting Sam in 1988 and deny libel, while critiquing coverage and a governor’s comments about a reporter’s conduct.
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Ray Meacham
Sam
Mim
Firearms safety row ends with board rejection
Sanford M. Abrams, vice president of the Maryland Licensed Firearms Dealers Association, accuses Gov. Schaefer of violating firearms safety prime directives. He denies Meachum's “bad manners” claim and notes directorate voted against supporting a bill due to the governor's actions citing threats and assault implications.
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Schaefer
Meachum
Mr. Meachum
Sanford M. Abrams
Marland Licensed Firearms Dealers Association Inc
Silver Spring
American agriculture strengthens nations through innovation and work
American agriculture has a long history of innovation from early machines to modern tillage methods. It supports 16 percent of GDP, 21 million jobs, and feeds 128 people per farmer, while the U S remains the world’s top agricultural exporter. National Agricultural Week March 14 20 honors farmers and the industry’s central role in America.
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U.S
America
Impact fees debate urged by Frederick County native
A Frederick County resident advocates immediate enactment of impact fees to fund new services for growth. He accuses county commissioners of fiscal irresponsibility, claims debt rises with each new home, and asserts high developer profits hurt average citizens. He urges a referendum to curb real estate activity.
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Frederick County
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Buddy” McGirt
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