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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Oct 03, 1996
Page
6
The article questions the October 1 start of new gun regulations, noting limits on sales per month per family, stricter private sale rules, and bans on straw purchases. It highlights restraining orders, temporary firearm removal in domestic violence calls, and removing operability proof requirements for crimes. The piece frames these as steps to reduce gun crime amid concerns for self defense and rights.
Johnnie Mac Twine recalls moving to Frederick in 1980 joining the community around Motter Avenue and Bentz Street. He describes friendships with John Hanson residents, his work moves, and his eventual wish for equal opportunity in jobs and housing, urging unity as Frederick County’s Land of Pleasant Living.
Resident questions the $50,000 consultant fee and BF1 ties while noting past disputes over the Schrodel Farm site. The letter argues landfill as necessary, questions waste from others, and warns of tax dollar waste as the project advances.
Mick Mastrino argues that privatizing the Foley landfill will profit a private firm at public cost. He warns the county could face hazardous waste cleanup and EPA regulations, with taxpayers bearing the ultimate financial burden. He cites a $1 million cost to settle a recycling facility dispute and questions commissioners' stewardship and high consulting rates.
Superintendent Pruitt names Michael Croghan as manager of public school cafeterias under new subsidized meal program promising a balanced lunch with milk for 26 cents. Frederick Fair draws 1,800 on matinee. second night crowds up. Colder weather persists with frost possible. Heart of Maryland Champion Tractor Pull crowns top drivers at Fairgrounds. Rev Paul L Althouse retires after 30 years. wife Ora Belle plans retirement hobbies. Save The House festival features Honey Wagon and Friends. County Commissioners to decide on bridge to replace Longs Mill Road Bridge over Owens Creek.
The note clarifies identity of Carolyn J Eyler, a piano teacher in Emmitsburg, denying association with a September 28 letter about the Great Frederick Fair incident. It emphasizes the distinction between two individuals sharing a similar name.
A letter argues the need for safety and legal action to protect victims from a violent environment. Beverly D Hand signs the piece, urging society to address moral obligations and improve communal protection.
Denise West describes systemic bias by some Frederick City Police officers, urging residents to file complaints with Chief Raffensberger and the mayor, and to involve the United States Justice Department if harassed. She cites repeated stops of Black teens, park and bench incidents, and a tense encounter near the Great Frederick Fair.
In a letter to the editor Catlin Mossburg argues against raising the marriage license cap to fund Heartly House. The response highlights current distributions, domestic violence statistics, and the organization’s counseling work for survivors and abusers, framing funding as support against ongoing abuse.
The Frederick News Post details letters to editors are exclusive and must be signed with a writer’s home address and home and business phone numbers for verification. Abridged letters may appear. poetry religious verse or letters to others are not published. submission options include mail, fax, and email.
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