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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Nov 27, 1996
Page
4
A Thanksgiving meditation contrasts modest means with global inequality, urging gratitude for daily blessings and freedom of worship. It cites President Clinton's proclamation and Ed Swanson's transcript, urging acts of kindness and fellowship within the larger human family.
Roy Meachum argues the Maryland GOP cliques push ideology over pragmatism in backing a liberal-leaning successor to late Sen. Jack Cade. He notes Republicans fear electing a proven vote getter like Robert Neall could threaten party orthodoxy and jeopardize future bids, while Dems savor the fallout ahead of 1998.
A satirical roundup mocks Pentagon for five year denial of Gulf War chemical exposure and targets Newt Gingrich Gore Dornan Clinton DNC officials and HHS workers. It commends those who kept principle, condemns expediency and self interest in national politics.
Naws-Pas files report Frederick adopts federal brownout directive amid coal strike with full public compliance. A downtown lunch counter owner explains high turkey prices and slow sales as he details costs per pound, dressing, and yield for Thanksgiving. Burkittsville residents protest rising taxes and a shift in assessments up to 45 percent. Alderman Burker and Santa Claus switch on downtown lights as merchants celebrate. South Market Street project fixes ease traffic through the Square Corner for the holiday season.
A reader from Frederick questions the value of recycling when no dividend or compensation is received. They argue big business should pay for time and effort, or they will stop recycling and switch to places that pay. The writer notes unused Thursdays as motivation.
The Environmental Affairs Committee of the Chamber of Commerce notes the county’s 32 percent recycling rate last year, well above the 20 percent state mandate, driven by more than 500 businesses yearly reporting voluntary programs for three years. Curbside, composting, and drop-off centers aid residents, but business recycling accounts for more than half the rate. Businesses urged to report activities in January 1996.
The Environmental Affairs Committee of the Chamber of Commerce of Frederick County calls on the committee to obtain a waste reduction handbook and study integrating recycling into daily business activity. The Frederick County business community supports recycling as a resource saver and tax-cutting measure that benefits all, including business. Thomas E. Lynch III, chairman.
A Mount Airy neighbor argues against Erik Clark’s stance on an ordinance banning children from street play. The letter recalls a fatal street accident, cites heavy commuter traffic, and urges parental responsibility to keep kids off streets, framing the ban as sensible safety measure.
Dennis K. Dudley reflects on the devastation of a child struck by a car and argues that reckless drivers bear responsibility, urging laws to reduce such accidents rather than assign blame or rely on insurance money to ease the loss. He stresses prevention over sorrow.
John C. Rufus Webb Jr. of Gaithersburg argues the federal Justice Department promotes voter fraud in California by tying INS naturalization failures to voter manipulation. He cites alleged FBI checks lost or disposed of and claims media largely ignores the INS Justice case affecting Dornan’s re-election and public trust.
The Frederick News Post outlines letter submission requirements including exclusivity signed by the writer with home address and phone numbers for verification. Abridgement may occur for space and poetry or copies of letters to others are not published. Submissions can be mailed to The Frederick News Post or faxed to the provided number.
Owners ratify a five year deal retroactive to 1996 ending a bitter labor dispute that canceled the 1994 World Series and most of 1995. Interleague play revenue sharing for small markets are included amid rebalance of roles as Bud Selig pursues a full time commissioner.
Players owners and fans hailed the five year collective bargaining agreement that ends the labor war. Ken Caminiti and Tony Fossas welcomed the end of work stoppages and interleague play changes. Revenue sharing and parity are promises for small markets and expanding leagues, including the Diamondbacks who gain NL placement and stability for season-ticket sales and advertising.
FCC used a strong second half to defeat Baltimore City Community College 83 62 on Tuesday, lifting the Cougars to a 52 season mark. Jamaal West scored key late threes and Darryl Crabbs controlled the boards as Adrian Storr led FCC with 25 points and West added 15 in the second half.
Maryland Terrapins dominate Howard University 91 to 53 in the opener at College Park extending their non conference home win streak to 47. Obinna Ekezie led with 19 points and seven rebounds as multiple Terps hit double figures and coach Gary Williams emphasized learning and maintaining perspective despite the large margin.
Ashburn Virginia AP coaches and players discuss a quick week ahead of a Thanksgiving game with the Dallas Cowboys. Washington faces mental and physical strain in a short turnaround while veterans question if younger players can absorb a game plan in three days.
Towson State's Brad Friedman earned NCAA 1-AA Independent A-Star honors, first team as punt returner and second team as defensive back, after a Towson record 450 punt return yards. He added 37 returns at 12.2 average, 43 tackles as cornerback, four intercepted passes, 11 passes broken up.
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