Schaefer Eyes Deeper Maryland Budget Cuts This Year
Governor Schaefer warns of about 175 million dollars in additional state spending cuts before year end. He rules out new taxes, saying no new taxes or taxes at all. Locals fear increased state aid reductions as next rounds hit, with Frederick County already feeling squeeze.
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A Hancock Park Evening with Hollywood Talent
A California soiree at a Spanish style mansion in Hancock Park gathers an eclectic mix of guests from acting music and promotion. The host is an artist whose paintings support the household as guests discuss the industry and its toll on young talent. A talented Massachusetts pair perform while one brother, muscled by hardship, vies for lasting recognition amid industry politics. The Cuban Haitian beauty speaks bluntly that talent alone rarely determines fate. The next morning a Hollywood sign on a distant hill signals the city’s lure for the ambitious young talents of Hollywood.
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VOA Voices Amid Chinese Radio Jamming in Guilin
In Guilin China Yang a civil engineer explains how VOA broadcasts reach tens of millions in rural China despite government jamming. He fears exposure as Beijing has jammed VOA since May 21 1989 after martial law declaration, hindering free information and prompting cautious conversations on the Li River.
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VOA IndiaChina jamming and Tiananmen era notes lead to historic diplomacy
The text recounts U.S. complaints over Chinese jamming of VOA broadcasts, claims of definitive source tracing, and efforts by Baker and Press to halt it. It notes VOA coverage during Tiananmen, Chinese reactions, and transcripts posted as readers debated the events. It also highlights Butros Ghali's secrecy in freeing Mandela and calls his diplomacy pivotal.
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Local sports and farm groups mark anniversaries and hunts
Local hunters plan deer season in Allegany Washington and Garrett counties and in Pennsylvania as part of a five year effort. The Frederick County Farm Bureau celebrates its golden anniversary with 500 attendees at Gov. Thomas Johnson High School. Army display features vehicles and weapons with guests from Catoctin FFA and 4-H queens and winners.
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Workers endure hardship in recession with pride and restraint
Trisha Adams of Frederick writes that private sector workers face pay cuts layoffs and longer hours while public employees bear the burdens. She urges government to cut waste and live within means, contrasting with a critic of state aid and faulting broader causes of fiscal shortfalls.
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Maryland Tax Reform and Budget Crisis Opinion
Walter Mondale's 1964 warning and Reagan era debt shifts are blamed for Maryland's fiscal strain. The letter urges tax reform, responsible voter accountability, and willingness to fund public services to address state and county budget shortfalls. Warren R. Evans signs.
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Rottweilers debate bias and responsible ownership
In Mount Airy a reader argues against penalizing the breed for a few incidents. She cites education, obedience training, responsible ownership, and avoiding public hysteria. She stresses no child should be left with a dog.
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Letters to the Editor Guidance and Contact Details
A reader guidance piece outlines how to submit letters to the editor with printed name address and phone for verification, notes potential edits and publication chances, and provides contact details including a mail address and a fax and managing editor phone for opinion submissions.
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