Maryland Officials Clash Over Public Works Spat
A Maryland opinion piece criticizes the Board of Public Works leaders Governor Glendening Comptroller Schaefer and member Dixon for juvenile public quarrels. It urges restraint, favors Kathleen Townsend for meetings, and applauds State Treasurer Dixon for civil remarks on orchid funding costs.
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Board of Publi Works
Annapolis
Parris Glendening
William Donald Schaefer
Dixon
Schaefer
Mr. Glendening
Mr. Schaefer
Slate House
Schaefer-Glendening
Glendenintg
Schaeler
Glendening
Wall Street
Schacter
Louis Goldstein
Lendering
Galdstein
Kathleen Kennerly Townsend
Board of Public Works
Maryladers
Frederick County
Maryland
Richard Dixon
Frederick City Election Sparks Democratic Turnaround
Frederick's municipal election showcases a Democratic surge as incumbents and allies win key contests. Longtime figures shift allegiances, party leaders rally behind Jennifer Dougherty, and future races loom with state and regional power plays shaping strategy.
When brutal truth is a kindness A Oct 3
The piece critiques early post 9 11 responses by officials including Health Secretary Tommy Thompson and White House advisers. It argues truthful, cautious public messaging mattered more than reassurances and cites Al Jazeera broadcasts and the lesson of historical missteps in handling fear and terrorism.
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Congress
Robert Byrd
DAW
White House
National Security Council
al Jazeera
BBC
CNN
Osama bin Laden
Ayman al-Zawahiri
Dazeera
Gatar
United States
National Security
Condoleezza Rice
A! Jercera
bin Laden
al-Zawahiri
U.S
World Service
Adolf Hitler
Neong
Hitler
Japan
Pearl Harbor
Florida
Washington
Thompson
Willer
Armistice Day parade draws 15000 to Brunswick events
November 5 1951 report details Armistice Day ceremonies sponsored by Steadman-Keenan Post American Legion with Col Victor Swearin as speaker on Our American Heritage. Gary Ullerbach of Frederick wins Heart of Maryland trapshoot with perfect 60 and Kenny Houck of Woodsboro runner up with 49. Frederick hosts fourth annual National Community Service contest with Carroll Manor Grange named Maryland's outstanding Grange and a possible $16000 prize. Also notes local post office lease talks with Beverly Byron office, and Frederick board announces GALE HOUSE Inc 1981 82 directors.
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Grimes
Gay
Parris Glendenn
Krown
Frederick
Glendening
Ellen Sauerbrey
Sauerbre
Democratic
Alex Mooney
Katzenjammer
Ti Ferguson
GOP
Hugh
General Assembly
Reliahli
Perguson
Larry Haines
Ventreman
Carroll County
Frederic
Ferguson
Roscoe Bartlett
Dr. Bartlett
Pargusin
Gine Hward
Mauney
Maryland
Minney
Sue Hecht
House of Delegate
Car
Golo the
T Politi
Brunswick
Steadman-Keenan Post American Legion
Victor C. Swearingen
Washington
Pentagon
Gary Ullerbach
Heart of Maryland
Thurmont
FIU
National Grange
Sears Roebuck Foundation
Carroll Manor
Adamstown
Burger King worker invites Leslie Ezz0 to six-figure charity shift
A Burger King employee, Sandika Neal of Ryonsboro, responds to a letter about poor service by inviting Leslie Ezz0 to work two days at the Myersville store. Neal notes high stress and turnover, offers to donate those two days’ wages to Ezz0’s favored charity, and urges relief through firsthand experience.
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Leslie
Burger King
Myersville
Attentive Tribute From Walkersville Reader
A Walkersville resident proclaims unity after Sept 11, expressing pride in American resilience. The note mentions messages from the President, Vice President, cabinet members, and military updates, urging national solidarity across races and creeds.
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Nathors and Sisters
Red light cameras value sparks debate after fatal crash
A letter argues red light cameras save lives citing a fatal stop sign crash. It notes one camera captured a fleeing driver who was injured, while emphasizing the personal cost of losing a loved one and warning against complacency with traffic safety.
God left us alone claim echoes in readers letter
A reader shares a letter reacting to current events and a Christine Duignan column. The writer cites an Anne Graham sermon on The Early Show about tragedy and questions how God might feel, noting calls to remove faith from schools and government. The message emphasizes collective responsibility and spiritual reflection.
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Christine Duignan
Billy Graham
Anne
Jane Clayson
Ann Graham
Fragmentary quote from ISDWINA DILLON about leaving 113 alone
A damaged fragment shows someone named ISDWINA DILLON stating belief that another person has calmly backed out and questioning how God can bless and protect if 113 is not left alone. The legibility is poor and context is unclear.
Unmarked Gift Bag Triggers Fear of Terrorist Tactics
A homeowner reports finding a yellow gift bag tucked between a storm and front door after Halloween. Inside was candy and a card from Frederick Church of the Nazarene, prompting concerns about anonymous deliveries and potential danger amid recent anthrax and terrorism news. The writer urges stop signs at Quincy Way and Mill Pond Road and cites a fatality as justification for action.
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Halloweett
Frederick Church of the Nazarene
Dangerous Intersections On Trading Lane Prompt Fatal Accident
Residents warn that Trading Lane and Mill Toad Road form a deadly crossing with poor visibility and no stop signs. The speed limit of 25 mph is routinely ignored, with average speeds well above 50 mph, raising fears of a repeat fatal crash at Quincy Way as police increase speed checks only briefly.
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Quincy Way
Mill Pond Road
Wal-Mart
Jim Grimes
Mill Toad Road
Louse
Akita attack injures two greyhounds. owners adopt new dogs
Paula Roberts reports a neighbor chased the escaped Akita after it mauled two retired racing greyhounds and injured a person. The Akita was euthanized. the owners, who had kept two Akitas, recently adopted two new dogs from the pound, raising concern about future safety.
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Akita
Allaels
Liae
Animal Control
Sam
Central
Trass
Kent
Letters to the Editor from The Frederick News-Fest Exister
A reader request to mail lotions to the Frederick area includes an address and contact details for the Frederick News-Post. It lists a postal route, a phone number and an email address for submissions or inquiries. The note combines spelling variants and abbreviations in a local letters section format.
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Frederick
Fremerick
Lattera
Frederichnewspost
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