Senate-driven push to pass NAFTA near week’s end
The Senate moves to approve the North American Free Trade Agreement by week’s end amid a quiet debate. AP surveys show 54 likely yes votes, 12 undecided, 35 likely no. President Clinton promotes NAFTA at an Seattle summit, with Gore expected to visit Mexico to discuss launching a broader era of North American and global trade.
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Facilitated communication faces test in Maryland court
A Frederick County case could set a statewide precedent on the controversial assisted communication method used by an autistic girl to accuse a teacher aide of rape and abuse. The defense argues the facilitator, not the victim, controls the testimony, as motions seek dismissal and exclusion of the testimony.
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City OKs annexation of land for Adventist church
Frederick City officials approved 19 acres on the southwest side for a new Seventh day Adventist church. The 58,000 square foot colonial building will cost about 4 million with construction beginning next spring and lasting 12 to 15 months. Officials may sell the Adventist Drive property and will not buy it under current administration. Traffic concerns were raised by citizen Sally Murphy, prompting talks with County Commissioner Gail Bowerman and city officials. Attorney Seymour Stern noted the site was zoned for offices before the church interest.
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Bentley denounces dealing on NAFTA vote
Rep Helen Bentley assailed the North American Free Trade Agreement as unconstitutional at a Frederick Republican Men’s Club meeting. She blasted lobbyist influence and denounced dealmaking to push the pact. Bentley, Maryland's 2nd District representative, announced plans for a gubernatorial bid citing name recognition and fundraising.
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Bail denied murder case in West South Street stabbing
Prince George’s County man Christopher Andre McBride 23 of Temple Hills faced first degree murder and related charges after a fatal 6 28 p m stabbing on West South Street Frederick City Police said Mantack 24 of Upper Marlboro died at the scene The fight over drugs at South and Ice streets led to McBride pursuing Mantack into a nearby house at 136 W South St where Mantack was stabbed McBride’s bail was denied as a preliminary hearing was scheduled for Dec 21 and investigators continued to gather details.
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East Patrick Street bridge to close for ten months
East Patrick Street bridge will close for ten months starting Friday between 10 am and noon for the final stage of Carroll Creek Flood Control Project. Westbound traffic will detour south on Franklin Street, west on South Street and north on Carroll Street, while eastbound traffic detours south on Carroll Street, east on South Street and north on Franklin Street. Officials expect reopening in September during the Erick Fair.
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City weighs three downtown sites for Civil War museum
Frederick officials study Routzahn's building and the Goodwin Gallery among three downtown sites for a Civil War museum. Architects assess ADA compliance and cost. Mayor-elect Grimes hints at back up plans for the Goodwin property while awaiting board decisions next week.
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Fagan jury resumes deliberations in 1962 murder case
Jury deliberations continue in Edmond County Circuit Court as prosecutors press for a verdict in the 1962 murder case involving Willam Robert Fagan and his wife. More than 220 pieces of evidence have been reviewed, with jurors nearing a decision after today’s morning session.
Weather and events tease from The Fradewick News
Mostly cloudy with a chance of showers tonight and cooler highs in the upper 40s forecast for Saturday. A Farnity notes page features Snow Belles earning status while a jazz supper club on Hentz Street is highlighted. The paper emphasizes recycled paper use.
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