Clinton pledges to focus on economy and foreign policy
President elect Clinton vows to focus like a laser beam on the economy while assembling his White House team. He will also call world leaders to discuss foreign policy and the global economy as he transitions. Clinton says the work ahead is immense and plans quick key appointments, with a transition director named soon.
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Zoning changes eyed to allow off track betting site
Frederick aldermen pressed for a zoning text amendment to permit an off track betting parlor at 170 Truck City on Md. 355 in south Frederick. The plan, by Maryland Jockey Club and truck stop owners, hinges on zoning appeals board approval and the city will act only after that board weighs in.
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Bartlett maps plan for future congressman Bartlett to begin transition to 6th District
Dr. Roscoe Bartlett after a decisive victory over Democrat Thomas Hattery begins preparations to take office as the 6th District's first Republican representative since 1969 71. He outlines staff hiring office locations and a Washington presence while forming a transition team and assessing potential staff from Beverly Byron's office. He recalls a Kiwanis Club speech that signaled his win.
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Grace Smelser 93 dies. mother of state senator
Grace Smelser aged 93, lifelong Uniontown resident and mother of State Sen. Charles H. Smelser Jr., died suddenly Nov. 3 after voting at Francis Scott Key High School. A lifelong Democrat, she voted in 35 elections and served as Uniontown Bank teller and branch manager, later retired. Survived by son Len Charles Smelser and daughter Mary Lee Matthews, plus five grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Continued on Page A3.
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J Scott Matthews
Final late ballots cast as turnout overloads Frederick County polls
In Frederick County heavy turnout caused long lines at 36 precincts with Hillcrest Elementary School worst affected. Polls closed at 8 PM but the final ballot was cast at 9 45 PM after officials posted a judge at the end of the line. Judges misallocated voting booths delaying some voters.
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Frederick County Students Report 44 Percent Rise in Racial Abuse
Frederick County schools logged a 44 percent jump in students reporting racial abuse last year, totaling 248 verbal incidents and one physical fight. Dr. Estes Lockhart noted most abuse occurred in fourth and fifth grades, with higher reporting in early grades and a decline in juniors and seniors. The report cites more sensitivity to racial victimization and varied incidents across schools and ages.
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Potter to seek condemnation for landfill plan in Rockville area
Montgomery County Executive Neal Potter plans to urge condemning Rockville Crushed Stone land in Boyds for a county landfill. The move accompanies a package to the council on fixing a near bankrupt solid waste system and outlines alternative sites including Dickerson and two Boyds parcels.
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Contaminated wells raise concern for Frederick residents
In Frederick near Montevue Lane and Shookstown Road residents await groundwater test results after Maryland tests found trichloroethylene above federal limits in two wells and a spring. Officials note multiple sites on the 400 acre Fort Detrick area, with residents fearing costly city water connections if wells are unusable.
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Rosemont Avenue
Mark Scire
Stewardship and wildlife forestry seminar announced
The notice highlights a forestry seminar focusing on stewardship and wildlife. It appears in the A-2 Greenhouse section and is part of the local weather and pages featuring sports and daily notes.
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