Seat belts save children in crashes act of love
An op ed urging stronger child restraint use and stricter laws. It cites that half of 2,087 child crash deaths last year involved unrestrained youngsters, and increasing belt use to 90 percent could save 5,500 lives and $9 billion annually. Maryland's primary law allows police to ticket unbelted drivers, with higher fines for unrestrained front-seat passengers and children.
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National Safety Council
U.S
Dept. of Transportation
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
United States
Centers For Disease Control
Maryland
Secret evidence and the case of Mazen Al Najjar in Tampa
The piece argues Mazen Al Najjar, a University of South Florida lecturer and Palestinian refugee, is jailed on secret evidence with no public charges or bail. It condemns the INS use of secret evidence, calls for public trials, and cites congressional concern and Reno’s limited remarks while praising civil liberties over national security secrecy.
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Tampa
Fla
University of South Florida
Mazen Al-Najjar
Bradenton
Congress
U.S. Immigration and Naturalization Service
Janet Reno
Al-Najjar
America
Palestinian Islamic Jihad
al- Najjar
INS
David Bonier
U.S. House
Michigan
Reno
Justice Department
Boniter
Fred Clarke
FBI
Senpps
Howard News Service
Frederick area events mix aviation and community affairs
A Frederick region roundup details a public airplane auction at Steve Lewistown and a Civil Air Patrol Fly Day at Frederick Municipal Airport offering four cent per pound rides. It also notes Frederick Sites Club luncheon with Frederick High School music, Hood College graduation remarks by Dr Arlene Raven, and Fort Detrick open house activities.
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Frederick Sites Club
Frederick High School
Francis Scott Key Hotel
Harry 0 Smith
Heisley Coran
Sperry Storm
Sabrina Chambers
FHS
Frederick
Visionary Hats Off in The Frederck News-Post Visit
A Frederick County audience heard Republican Bob Ehrlich describe his vision for Maryland's future at a breakfast. The reader praises his leadership and intellect, suggesting he could become senator or governor, while noting alignment with some positions but hope for future visits to the county.
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Frederck News-Post
Bob Ehrlich
Frederick County
Ehrlich
Letters from Union Bridge Writer deems daughter’s school attendance strategic
In a letter dated Monday James H. Bryan argues a 12 year old girl attended school by choice to prevent opponents from claiming victory. He lauds her judgment while criticizing the ROE for lacking similar smarts.
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Roe
Praise for Trooper Bob Cale After Frederick Theft Calls
A Frederick County resident commends Maryland State Police Trooper Bob Cale for two respectful responsive visits over three years after theft at home. The writer notes long ties to Frederick shopping venues and states no sales receipts were requested for purchases.
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Maryland State Police
Bob Cale
Cale
Frederick News-Post
Sam's Club
Frederick
Wal-Mart
Kmart
Circuit City
Sports Authority
Waldenbooks
Sears
Frederick County
Fredoer County camp clash and paratransit grant debate
Readers critique local park board decisions on RBI Camp funding and field rental costs arguing for child friendly access. The letter also covers Maryland paratransit grant policy, Senator Bartlett's committee vote, and concerns about politics, prisons, and Kosovo.
Roy Meachum Criticized as a Crybaby Column Target
A reader condemns Roy Meachum for a May column about the Fred Enck City Police Department calling his piece excessive and unclear while offering a biting summary and a mocking phone number as an insult.
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Roy Meachum
Mr Meachum
Fredenck
Roy
Frederick Ed Nilork] remembered for integrity and service
Edwin Nilork] a respected Frederick attorney, noted for kindness, insight, and commitment to the legal system and community. Friends Ed and Harriet Lulie offer condolences, recalling his role in interviewing new lawyers and shaping Frederick's legal culture.
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Edwin Nilork
Frederick County
Frederick
Harnet
Frederck
State Bar
Frederik
Wackos Win and May 10 Tests Scrutinized
A reader criticizes Frederick County Board of Education for rescheduling tests set for Monday May 10 amid rumors of threats. The writer urges strict punishment for those found guilty of threats and calls the move irresponsible and alarming.
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Frederick County
Trooper challenges Sam's Club check raises questions
A reader voices concern over a trooper who did not identify himself and comply with a clerk's request during a May 4 incident. The letter lauds the clerk for her loyalty to her employer and questions public images of police.
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Sam
Bartlett at Annapolis: a rookie in the House
A columnist critiques Joseph Bartlett in his first Annapolis session, noting missed committee hearings and rumored ambitions. The piece questions his grasp of term limits as Rep Roscoe Bartlett weighs the fate of his own seat amid such remarks. House Bill 21 is mentioned as a specific example.
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House of Delegates
Annapolis
Joseph Bartlett
Tom
Roy Meachum
Joe Bartlett
Roscoe Bartlett
Daddy
Bartlett
Meachum
Perseverance Senators Mooney and Ferguson Oppose Law
A letter thanks Senators Alex Mooney and Tim Ferguson for blocking a discrimination bill. The writer argues the law would profit lawyers and burden business, pledging support for their perseverance and criticizing further anti-discrimination legislation.
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Alex Mooney
Tim Ferguson
Mr. Mooney
Mr. Ferguson
Fradenck News-Past Seeks Letters to Editor Signatures
The newspaper invites readers to submit letters to The News-Past, must be signed with writer’s name, address, business phone. Space constraints mean some letters may be edited or withheld. Letters can be mailed, faxed, or emailed to the Frederick News-Post contact details provided.
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Fradenck
Wrikey
Horn
Jeter
Frederick News-Post
E. Patrick St
P.O
Frederick
Fredericknewepost.com
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