County Recycling Program Grows While Scavenging Nets Fines
Recycling began in April 1990 and now accounts for 30 percent or more of county trash. Residents bring recyclables to sites or use curbside blue bins. Linda Norris says the program earned 487266 dollars, but scavengers stealing high value material raise concerns. County commissioners approved fines of 100 to 1000 dollars, with proposals for community service at the recycling center and pre sorting to boost efficiency.
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Powell could swing 1996 by Perot bid, says columnist
Roy Meachum argues Ross Perot's third party challenge could elevate Colin Powell as a presidential contender in 1996. He compares Powell's potential to Ike and Taft era dynamics, notes Dole's limits, and cites Perot's mounting bid shaping Republican strategy and Newt Gingrich concerns.
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Twilight of Liberty in the 104th Congress
Justice William O. Douglas warns that the Constitution is not self executing as Congress tightens controls on rights. He cites limits on admissibility of illegally obtained evidence and restricted federal review of state sentences, foreshadowing broader changes by the 104th Congress led by Orrin Hatch.
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Congress Targets Legal Aid and Rights in Crime Bill
Nat Hentoff laments the omnibus crime bill expanding FBI wiretaps and proposes abolishing or starving the Legal Services Corp. He notes cuts to death penalty defender centers, argues against dismantling rights, and cites Esther Lardent on the justice system's balance. He questions Colin Powell and President Clinton amid press inaction.
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Frederick fair closes after four day and night shows
Fifty years ago on October 2 1945 Frederick marked the 83rd annual fair wrap with a largely rain soaked final after dark show. G Ernest Lipps was named assistant services officer for Maryland Veterans Office and head of a Winchester Hall branch. Irene C Kenna became secretary. Patrolman Skinner Bell rushed to a Magnolia Avenue fire in trousers missing then fetched them. AWVS Frederick unit published a farewell as its members thanked the public. Gas workers upgraded lines in East Frederick. Humane Society urged plan for a new shelter on Montevue Lane behind the county pool. NAACP head urged HRC to back statewide rent controls for tenants facing eviction. Mayor Ronald N Young supported a group home in Frederick.
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Charles “Skinner” Bell
Magnolia Avenue
A Day at the Fair by Bill Green
The Sept. 22 News features a standout photo by Bill Green titled A day at the Fair. It portrays Roy Mitchell in bib overalls and plaid shirt driving a homemade wheeled cart with grandchildren Kyle and Ian, against a fairground backdrop including a ferris wheel.
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Editorial cartoon sparks reader complaint in Frederick
Joe Davis criticizes The Frederick News-Post for publishing a Sept 20 cartoon that mocks federal workers as lazy. He notes 35 years serving at Fort Detrick and NIH and defends the loyalty and hard work of federal employees in Frederick area.
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Prayer circle shows teens witness faith in schools
Letter lauds Sept. 20 front page pairing on alcohol and marijuana with Sept. 21 prayer around the flag story on page eight, calling it a telling commentary on The News-Post policy. Mentions hundreds of students and belief that God remains integral in their lives wherever they are.
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Naming of the Ball Sparks Debate and Civic Tensions
The letter argues that protests over the ball name divided the county, empowering groups like Peace Resource Center and Concerned Citizens for Racial Justice to gain political influence. It contrasts this with faith leaders who prayed quietly, defending assembly rights under the Constitution and deserving better press attention.
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Peace Resource Center
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United States
Flat Earth Faithful Teachings Promote Bible-Only Schools
A reader argues in favor of banning evolutionary science and astronomy in public schools, insisting the Bible provides all needed knowledge. He claims earth is flat, rejects space images as doctored, and advocates burning other textbooks to teach only scripture. TOM FUGATE
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Dennis Martin
Proposal for four level instruction and uniforms in county schools
Barry Salisbury of Middletown urges Frederick County Public Schools to adopt four tiered academic instruction, expand gifted programs to all levels, assign each elementary teacher to one level, require school uniforms, and implement a demerit after school system. He notes delays from Dr. Gadra and calls for urgent action to improve curriculum and student focus.
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Frederick News-Post
Dan Gadra
Frederick County
Dr. Gadra
Letters to Editor at The Frederick News-Post
The Frederick News-Post invites reader letters with name address and phone for verification. Due to high volume not all letters can be published. Send letters to 200 Patrick St PO Box 578 Frederick MD 21705 or fax 6628299.
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