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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1994
Page
6
Peisicn County Sheriff Carl Harbaugh warns of a citywide crime risk as he seeks 58 more deputies and over a million dollars extra. Commissioners push to hold the line on property taxes, risking reduced funding for non profit groups and county historical arts and housing programs amid budget pressures.
Don DeArmon, a Democratic candidate for Maryland’s Sixth District, argues against PAC funding, urging voters to weigh a candidate’s stance on reform and issues over fundraising. He highlights his own pledge to reject PAC money and questions whether campaign finance shapes who represents constituents.
The writer weighs the Paula Jones sexual harassment suit against President Clinton and the broader feminist responses. He predicts the case may not end Clinton’s presidency, notes public tolerance of private acts, and imagines a televised courtroom exchange on past sexual history.
Frederick County 4 H youths asked to locate and dry milkweed pods as floss replaces Kapok for Mae West life jackets. A Middletown area resident is arrested for attempted murder after shooting at a neighbor over a killed dog. Draft boards refrain from comment on new Selective Service deferment rules for men over 30. Six sailplanes finish the Smirnoff Derby route from Los Angeles to Frederick. ACLU Baltimore reports complaints about a Gov Thomas Johnson High School assembly depicting an atheist teacher. School leaders deem the drama a mistake. Frederick City Planning Commission cites lack of storm water plan and alderman questions two year flood ready plans by developers.
A reader supports Ruth Kelley’s May 4 letter criticizing the Uniformed Services Health Plan. The plan through Johns Hopkins initially offered pay as you go with no co pay for retirees and dependents. Yet costs are projected to rise by up to 300 percent in October 1994, burdening veterans and families.
Danny Woods of Monrovia protests a Department of Education idea to split students into four groups and rotate vacations. He says the system would wreck neighborhood sports and video game tournaments and leave him and friends isolated during breaks.
A reader thanks Mark McNamee for a tavern sign declaring the establishment welcomes pipe, cigar, and cigarette smokers and nonsmokers. The note questions since when Mr. Koellein has influence over such wording.
A reader argues over smoking bans in private businesses and government buildings, compares bans to civil rights, suggests natural yard care with animals, and recalls a fatal crash due to a driver’s failure to fasten a seat belt. The author urges focusing on crime and public safety improvements.
The writer thanks Frederick for community support and a new shelter that helps families regain stability. It notes the shelter provides safe, stable space for parents seeking work while urging continued help does not enable abuse, allowing space for future homeless familias.
A five year old boy died after a pickup he rode in rear ended another truck. Casualties appeared limited to the child with the cab and engine area showing little damage. Investigators will review safety factors and vehicle conditions.
KIMM and WANDA BELTZ urge Dr. Grasmick to weed out unsatisfactory teachers and to sanction principals who cover for them. They recount withdrawing their children to home instruction after a refused class change and advocate for systemic improvements before re enrollment.
The Frederick News-Post invites reader letters with name address and phone for verification. Some letters are edited for space or taste. Send to Letters to the Editor 200 E Patrick St Frederick MD 21705 or by phone 662 8299.
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