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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Nov 01, 2001
Page
4
The paper forgoes endorsing a mayoral candidate while promoting voter participation in the September primary and ensuing general election. It notes letters endorsing Jim Grimes and Jennifer Dougherty, urges readers to vote, and lists polling information and civic duty, stressing democratic resilience.
The piece explores fatalism versus religious belief in death, noting Baby Boomers and others fear mortality amid headlines. It cites ancient fate, Christian trust in God, and a nun Archbishop Goodier tale of praying for a sudden end, suggesting prayers may shape one’s end while life remains God’s hands.
Police doubled shifts during Frederick’s Halloween celebration with non parking zones for the parade. A power cut on Braddock Heights traced to a failed line fuse near U.S. 40. A water break on Fishing Creek was contained after five hours of repairs. Frederick officials discussed a new 106 bed detention center. A prank photo appeared on a utility pole and the city received four new buses funded by grants.
A columnist urges residents to prioritize local charities over national funds. Citing over 1 billion donated to terrorist victims and America’s $1 trillion aid since WWII, the piece argues that giving locally strengthens Frederick County and, by extension, the nation. It ends with a personal note of condolence for an unnamed individual.
A letter from the YOUNG and LONG families of Thurmont laments a hit and run that shattered a license plate frame from Western Maryland College and harmed their beloved pet. They buried the animal on their property in a homemade coffin and call for compassion from the driver.
Local residents express frustration over their perceived lack of influence in regional transit decisions. Thad notes MARC train stops favor workers commuting to Rockville Silver Spring and Washington, with Frederick left as a quiet home base. They urge more community input before decisions affect the county.
Frederick County bus driver reflects during School Bus Safety Week on Oct 25 entry about losing a student to suicide. The driver describes the emotional impact of a child who rode the bus daily, stressing how bonds form beyond blood and the pain of seeing vulnerable youth fall through societal cracks.
A letter from Katherine E. Burdett of Bus 209 urges readers to notice distressed students and offer simple kindness. The writer stresses that caring costs nothing and can alter a child’s day, noting every person is human and capable of compassion.
Readers argue over a potential Hooters opening in Frederick County. comments defend and criticize. Contributors discuss adult venues, influence on minors, women workers, and urban growth while noting wings and atmosphere. Several letters express support for personal choice and skepticism about alarm over the restaurant.
The speaker warns that unreal smallpox threats demand rapid vaccine production and top priority. They compare delay to waiting to train military personnel only after war begins and urge swift, preemptive preparation by the United States.
On Md 380 south of Thurmont near Deeagerstown Road during Colarfest a family’s pet dog Hunter was struck and killed after owner James Young crossed the road with kin patch. The driver did not stop to offer aid or apologize, leaving relatives in shock and mourning the loss of a cherished pet.
Letter from E. Thomas Frye of Laylonsville argues that envy stems from American freedom, not wealth, criticizing Clinton era calls to apologize for prosperity and aid underdeveloped nations. He warns that benevolence breeds contempt and asserts that unique wealth underpins Western liberty, urging stronger defenses.
The Frederick News-Post invites letters to the editor with basic author information and proof of identity. Readers may submit via mail at Letters to the Editor The Frederick News-Post PO Box 578 Frederick MD 21705 fax 301 662 4299 or email letters fredericknews post com for publication on the paper's wall site.
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