Frederick County Teachers Push 6.1 Percent Pay Raise
Frederick County teachers press for a 6.1 percent pay raise on the final April hearing to supplement the education budget. The group argues performance justifies higher pay, noting the district consistently ranks top in Maryland and per pupil spending places it mid-range. They urge parents and officials to back the request, highlighting strong classroom outcomes.
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Maryland
Montgomery County
Frederick County
Dee Paranich Speaks Up for Senior Citizens and Welfare
Dee Paranich, 74, of Keymar, voices anger at taxation, Social Security, Medicare, and Clinton era policies. She laments rising costs, warns aging Americans face medical cuts, and calls for political overhaul and activism from the elderly.
Dear Emma and the Postal Dilemma of Letters
Comedic column reflecting on writing letters and addressing recipients. Discusses choosing salutations like Mr Mrs Ms or Ms, uncertainty about gender, and a 94 year old Bed ford mass recipient. Critiques postal addresses with long lines and asks for simpler zip code based addressing.
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Adrian
Francis
Frances
Leslie
Sidney
Pat
Billy
Wackie
Jessie
Terry
Schuyler Townsend
Mr. Townsend
Mademoiselle
Bedford
Mass
Emma
Eggs destroyed and chickens freed after truck crash on U.S. 15
Fifty years ago sixty crates of eggs were destroyed and ten coops of chickens were liberated at St. Anthony's on U S 15 when a truck overturned. The driver offered rescued chickens to locals. Benjamin F. Phebus was reinstated as Frederick City policeman after Army release. Mayor Lloyd C. Culler said he would seek another term, citing his ongoing service during the dire emergency.
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St. Anthony’s
U.S. 15
Benjamin F. Phebus
Frederick City
Lloyd C. Culler
Frederick
Amtrak to run DC Cumberland daily service to June 30
AMTRAK President Roger Lewis announced temporary daily passenger service between Washington DC and Cumberland through June 30 after Maryland and West Virginia governors pledged permanent funding by then. County Commissioner Derr and partner Ganley offered a 54 acre tract for a county state office complex at 20 000 per acre with ten acres in flood plains. The Mayor and Board of Aldermen approved a grade level parking lot over a deck, Alderman Young dissenting 4 1.
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Amtrak
Roger Lewis
Washington, D.C
Cumberland
Mr. Lewis
Maryland
West Virginia
John A. Derr
Paul B. Ganley
Baughman
East Church Street
Ronald N. Young
Jone
Cult parents blamed in deaths over Waco siege
In reply to Mike Royko’s Frederick Post piece, the writer argues parents were at fault for the Waco tragedy for keeping children in Koresh’s compound and defying the law despite a 51 day grace. The text compares to the Rodney King incident in Los Angeles, asserting it was not King’s violation but his defiance after being stopped.
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Mike Royko
Frederick Post
Waco
Koresh
Los Angeles
Rodney King
Language Gaps Frustrate Local Readers And Students
Andrew Little of Frederick laments widespread misuse of English in the community. He cites mispronunciations, spelling errors, and editorial lapses that he fears hinder clear communication, schooling, and future success for children. He urges improved language standards.
Walkersville orchestra not to blame for late rehearsals
Letter from Michelle Lebo of Walkersville defends Walkersville drama director Mr Huffer and his orchestra, denying claims of late practice hours for Guys and Dolls. She praises his work with students, while critiquing tax policy discussions by locals and proposing a utility use tax as a better revenue option. Roland G Nelson Middletown notes on taxes.
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Susan Thompson
Walkersville
Huffer
Walkersville Drama Department
Mr. Huffer
Rights and equal duties in a diverse military debate
Jenny Goodenough argues that segregation and prejudice target homosexuals in the military. She asserts gays are capable soldiers and deserve equal chance, condemning fears that sexual orientation undermines duty and readiness.
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America
Taxing matters at Frederick County property tax forum
Attendees including retirees and farmers heard panelists discuss protecting residents from aggressive assessor practices using market value comparisons and odd cost approaches. Mr Sundergill shared California experience on tax credit limits based on household income and potential safeguards for locals.
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Frederick County
California
Sundergill
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Clinton
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Senate
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The
Hill
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Keymar
Andrew A. Rooney
Andy Rooney
Postal Service
Main Street
Maple Avenue
Valley Road
Hilltown
Tribune Media Services
Federick
Brunwick
New England
Andrew Little Frederick
Michelle Lebo
Roland G. Nelson
Middletown
Jenny Goodenough
Myersville
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