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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Nov 22, 1993
Page
4
A local man Timothy Turley missed jail for a 90 day drunk driving sentence, leading to a fatal collision that killed an 18 month old’s mother. The case highlights why Mothers Against Drunk Driving emerged and calls for tougher enforcement and public awareness.
Roy Meachum recalls a November afternoon with Jack Troy at Broadcast House, the Dallas CBS special report and the shock of Kennedy's death. He writes of newsroom life, the era's media culture, political loyalties, and the lasting impact of the president's death while balancing his own evolving views on Kennedy and civil rights.
The article argues President Clinton reneged on a promised $106 billion spending cut, pushing new programs amid deficits surpassing Reagan’s. It cites opposition to a 30 percent income tax rise on small business and “the rich,” and notes rising distrust in government. It discusses Martin Gross’s “The Government Racket” and “A Call for Revolution” signaling a velvet revolution via citizen initiatives to curb taxes and reform government.
Paul Roberts reviews Bill Branon’s self published novel Let Us Prey about a plot to exterminate the IRS. He notes the book’s popularity as a catharsis reflecting public anger at government and IRS complexity. Branon’s work, later picked up by Harper Collins, is seen as a warning that government is out of touch with the people.
Terry Harosky of Middletown argues five Middletown High School students faced five day suspensions for using Smarties candy as a look alike substance. He questions the basis, suggests milder punishments, and urges the district to focus on education and safety, noting statewide concerns about the school system.
Frederick City Police seized a Virginia man described as dangerous in a neighboring state’s wanted notice. He had lived quietly in Frederick for months after escaping a Camp Fairfax chain gang. A local incident report noted a chicken-thief detainment by an Emmitsburg resident until deputies arrived.
Readers discuss HR 1604 and HR 1803 proposing child rights and parental duties amid a future government standard of living. Larry Lezotte warns a new social institution may be needed, but a parent based approach is valued by voices urging informed voting and family learning. Becky Burriss shares a home schooling perspective from Monrovia.
A political commentary warns voters to read the fine print before approving bills and treaties. It notes that signing a bill makes all its terms law and that Senate action may be required for ratification. The piece mentions the UN Treaty on the Rights of the Child and critiques authorities deeming a child’s best interests by age and maturity.
A reader reflects on juggling four children across three schools with varied schedules. She notes the challenge of arranging seven bus times, managing an at home business, after school activities, and appointments while desiring more time with each child.
A reader from Frederick, Maryland, argues against the death penalty, calling it morally wrong and noting it harms people close to those affected. The letter requests abolition, cites costs, and invites further comment via the Frederick News-Post letters section.
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