Iraq’s front line troops used as cannon fodder in gulf war
Classified reports say thousands of Iraqi recruits near Kuwait are scared young men bribable for border crossing. Saddam deployed the least trained to Kuwait, while Republican Guards stay behind. U.S. planners caution tens of thousands of American deaths in the early war days. United Feature Syndicate
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Why elementary students urge you to vote
A classroom project at a Maryland elementary school compiles reasons to vote and explains voting mechanics. Students cite duty, community, time savings, and social benefits, while the piece adds cautions on overvoting write-ins and the impact of promises.
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Brunswick Recall Reflects Anti Incumbent Mood
Roy Meachum analyzes rising voter disenchantment nationwide and in Frederick, noting recalls and anti establishment currents. He cites Susan Fauntleroy’s recall in Brunswick, the election of Richard Goodrich, PAC influence, and Schaefer’s fund raising, ending with a personal call to voters and neighbors.
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County seeks 13000 for federal food stamp revolving fund
Frederick County commissioners consider a 13000 request to support the new federal food stamp program. John L. McLaren outlined the program's farmer aid functions, following prior presentations to merchants. Police recovered three of four stolen cars, suspected joyriders. Voter turnout exceeded 65 percent as Baumgartner defeated Jacobs for sheriff and a new county commission board was elected. An Oakley snake incident near Yellow Springs ended with a local hunter placing the snake in a toolbox.
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Insulting column sparks parental grief outrage
Brian Prendergast of Frederick condemns Ethel Loeb for a column on October 27 that likened hours of writing to losing a child. He calls the comparison mocking, asks for an apology, and criticizes The News-Post for publishing it.
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Letter writer condemns abuse targets over McLaughlin’s stance
Ardeen Copeland rebukes Lloyd McLaughlin for claiming most accused child abusers suffer job loss and stigma. Copeland argues victims endure lifelong damage to identity and worth, with many deterred from reporting abuse due to threats.
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Get Out the Vote and Forgiveness Move in a Community Letter
A Mount Airy veteran voices American Legion support for voting, urging registered voters to participate on election day, and calls for forgiveness for returning servicemen. A reader from Fort Detrick, Frederick, addresses school bus safety, urging drivers to follow laws and a police presence to protect children.
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Vandalism at Foxville cemetery leads to trial outcomes
In October 1989 vandals damaged Mount Moriah Lutheran Church cemetery in Foxville Frederick County. Three young men were tried August 16, fined for trespass and property destruction, ordered to supervised community service, and to reimburse memorial repairs. The case moved to Washington County due to residence. The 1922 memorial statue, damaged and missing its arm pieces, stands upright but may not be repairable with an estimated replacement cost of 9000 dollars.
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Summer Vacation Ideas And A Family Note
The text describes extra vacation days and summer freedom to relax, swim, shop for school supplies, and visit places while noting a cousin's restaurant work in summer. It contrasts desires for more days off with educational learning about places and swimming, and mentions civic participation in elections as a unique American right.
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