First National Bank opens full service branches in Weis markets
First National Bank of Maryland starts full service branches in Weis supermarkets across Frederick County. The plan brings banking to grocery shoppers with hours 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. weekdays and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays. Bank employees will even stroll aisles to assist customers with purchases.
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First National Bank of Maryland
First National
Frederick County
Wess
Maryland
Mid-Atlantic
Weis
Golden thread to Hood College shapes Frederick native
Richard Leichert recalls Hood College’s impact on his life from 1921 onward. He describes Frederick’s early limits, his discovery of Hood’s cultural offerings in Brodbeck Hall, and the evolving community ties. He notes his family connections to local industry and Christmas rituals, the college’s expansion, and his ongoing support and involvement with Hood Centennial plans.
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Frederick
Brodbeck Hall
Shakespeare
Ethel Barrymore Colt
Rosenstock Hall
Tatum Arts Center
Hood College
Ross Pritchard
Martha Church
Apple Library
Nancy Nolte
Fredericktonians
Kuwaitis Rally Behind Bush in Historic Kuwaiti Election
After Kuwait’s October 1992 National Assembly vote, many Kuwaitis hailed President Bush as a symbol of democracy. The 50-seat assembly saw 37 opposition candidates pledge to enfranchise women within two years, amid a wave of American influence and cultural mimicry in Kuwait City.
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Kuwait
Bush
National Assembly
Kuwaiti POWs in Iraq spark Bush pressure push
A Kuwaiti official urges President Bush to press Saddam Hussein to release remaining Kuwaiti prisoners of war held in Iraq. Amid fears after the Baghdad celebrations, former Desert Shield resistors recount torture and multiple prison transfers as thousands were seized during the 1990 occupation. United Feature Syndicate
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Saddam Hussein
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Gulf
Dale van Atta
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U.S
Kuwait
United States
United Nations
Saddam
Frederick Rationing During Thanksgiving War Year
Yesterday in Frederick residents faced gas and tire conserving measures as Thanksgiving approached. Transportation and edibles were rationed while many groups gathered in fewer places to share gratitude amid war demands. Hood College suspended classes for a day highlighted by a field hockey match and a large dinner. Plumber Edward S Mobley warned of penalties for improper disposals at the disposal plant and urged safe sewer use. Roosevelt announced nationwide gasoline rationing would begin December 1 to support military needs, stressing that victory must not be delayed.
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Hood College
Edward S. Mobley
Franklin D. Roosevelt
Robbery probe halts busload of job corps students
About 20 years ago a busload of U S Job Corps students on U S 340 near Brunswick was escorted by Maryland State Police to Frederick City for questioning in a Red Barn Jefferson Street robbery. $315 was stolen from a restaurant cash register at about 9 p m with crowded customers.
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U.S. Job Corps
U.S. 340
Brunswick
Maryland
Frederick City
Red Barn
Jefferson Street
Real estate sign rights spark countywide debate in Frederick
A Frederick County citizen challenges a recent editorial over county right of way signs for real estate. The writer argues the amendment would grant equal signage rights to all businesses and residents, questions ethics of three commissioners, and contends the case involves private citizens, not business interests.
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Frederick County
Bruce Reeder
Gail Bowerman
Sue Ann Yingling
Planning Commission
Maryland
Frederick Ne
Sunda
County Planning Commission Letters Stir Public Debate
Residents argue over how public assets should be used, urging fairness and equality. Names mentioned include Commissioners Reeder, Bowerman, and Yingling as part of the accountability discussion. The dialogue centers on voting behavior and how assets might be distributed for public benefit.
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Planning Commission
Reeder
Bowerman
Yingling
Curfews and civic duty arise amid youth law debate
A community discussion argues curfews keep teens safe and off drugs, aiding police and reducing youth jail risk. Letters criticize and defend enforcement while urging responsible citizen behavior, noting parental responsibility and public safety. Frederick City voices respond to local issues and perceived provocations.
Meachum victims receive apology attempt
An incomplete plea appears to address Roy Meachum and Raffensberger amid insults. The fragment hints at a public acknowledgment to victims but lacks clear details or names and reads as an unfinished statement.
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Meachum
Roy Meachum
Ei Raffensberger
Mbechura
Frederick Post critic hails Malcolm X as best film ever
Columnist Roy Allen Sworth of the Frederick Post questions the praise for Malcolm X, arguing against it beating Gone with the Wind, From Here to Eternity, Casablanca, The Philadelphia Story, John Wayne westerns, Jimmy Stewart films, Miracle on 34th Street, and The Ten Commandments. He addresses Don Allen-swirth of Hagerstown.
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Jimmy Stewart
Charlton Heston
Roy
Letters to the Editor at Frederick News-Post
A notice describes letters to the editor policy for The Frederick News-Post. It notes free publication, allowed topics include poetry and religious pieces, and advises readers to send letters or call the office with submission details. It provides contact information and an address for postal submissions.
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