Veto on treadmill emissions test sparks debate in Maryland
The VEIP treadmill emissions test may start June first or October if not overridden, with concerns over long lines and worker attitudes. Gov and Delegate Don Elliott cite gauges of public reaction, while BP cites climate links to auto emissions. Frederick County shows 41 percent participation in April, signaling mixed support for a cleaner air goal amid test bugs.
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Don Elliott
Frederick
Carroll
Annapolis
British Petroleum
Frederick County
Gillendening
The King and I at Morris Mechanic Theatre in Baltimore
Hayley Mills stars opposite a regal performance in this revival of The King and I. The production highlights Jerome Robbins choreography, Brian Thomson scenery, Roger Kirk costumes, and Nigel Levings lighting under director Christopher Renshaw. Vee Talmadge leads a strong supporting cast as the increasingly human King.
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Yul Brynner
Siam
Baltimore
Brynner
Morris Mechanic Theatre
Jerome Robbins
Lar Lubovitch
Brian Thomson
Roger Kirk
Nigel Levings
Christopher Renshaw
Hayley Mills
Mr. Brynner
Gertrude Lawrence
Noel Coward
Miss Lawrence
London
New York
Prufrock
Miss Mills
England
Hammerstein
Mr. Rodgers
Vee Talmadge
Talmadge
King
Renshaw
Bruthers
Sharon
Anna
King and I
Clinton renews China trade status amid hardball politics
Clinton renewed China’s trade privileges citing economics over human rights in a lenient stance driven by big business and consumer benefits. Republicans exploit the decision to score political points while alleging unproven funding links, NSA transcripts, and a Watergate scale Washington scandal.
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China
Clinton
United States
Washington
Beijing
Nies
Boeing
Xerox
IBM
Pakistan
Iran
America
Repub
Bill Clinton
George Bush
Democrats
FBI
White House
National Security Agency
Richard Nixon
Monocacy River Rises as Heavy Rain Tops 2 Inches in 12 Hours
Floods spread through the Monocacy and smaller streams after 2.06 inches of rain in 12 hours while the Potomac swelled but posed no immediate danger. Frederick police arrested drunk drivers after a crash near a street barricade. Frederick High School’s senior class ran the school for a day in a “Senior Day” observance. Mount St. Mary’s awarded 368 degrees at its 169th commencement with several honorary degrees. Monocacy House opened as a group home for eight boys. A Baltimore man wandered from Mink Farm Campground and was found along I-70 after a family dispute. The dedication of a park honoring Max S. Kehne was attended by his four children.
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Monocacy River
Potomac River
Mount St. Mary’s
Washington Redskins
Edward Bennett Williams
Mount
John J. Dillon Jr
William Cardinal Baum
Washington
Baltimore
Mink Farm
Cunningham Falls
Renewal for Frederick County Planning Commissioner Marty Rice
Marc Montefulco of Middletown applauds the Frederick County Commissioners for reappointing Marty Rice to the Planning Commission. He praises her service, long hours, and commitment to growth, heritage, and thoughtful resource allocation in the county.
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Planning Commission
Marty Rice
Frederick County
Ms. Rice
Poor response to Frederick High School safe grad drive
A Frederick High School Safe and Lane Graduation Committee report criticizes 69 of 398 senior parents for responding to a $20 donation request and limited monthly meeting attendance. It notes last year’s 75 percent party turnout correlated with safer graduation night outcomes and urges parents to consider their graduates’ safety and plans.
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Frederick High School Safe and Lane
S&s
Graduation Party Plans Prompt Parental Fund Drive
Amy Shepard from Frederick appeals for funds to cover seniors' graduation party plans including a moon bounce gladiator jousting DJ indoor pool casino room basketball karaoke and prizes donated by Stups. Marguerite Snyder from Knoxville comments on growth driven society and salvage role.
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Stups
Reduced to role of salvage crew in information age
A reader reflects on Baruch era worries about mass communication and its societal impact. The piece notes the shift from speech presses to the internet and contemplates methods to prevent the information age from becoming an age of distraction, seeking an enlightened path.
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Bernard Baruch
Sage
Mr. Baruch
Delibera
Stolen Antique Cast Iron Urns Reported By Davidson Family
In broad daylight a fenced yard was raided for an antique heavy cast iron urn. A similar April 19 theft stole two urns and a ceramic pot from another fenced yard. Davidsons urge reporting any offers to purchase such items to police.
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Joshua W. Dorsey
News-Post
Rosemont
Lindberg
Letters to the Editor policy for The Frederick News Post
The Frederick News Post invites exclusive letters from readers and requires writers to include their name, street address and home and business phone numbers for verification. Due to high volume not all letters will be published, and certain types such as post, religious verse, form letters, or copies are excluded. Submissions may be mailed, phoned, or emailed to provide consideration.
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Mews
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