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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1994
Page
6
George Randall offers a blunt, practical rule for computer buyers. Before purchasing, verify the machine will perform the tasks you need and avoid wasting money on features or programs that won't be used. The column adds a humorous voice questioning the obviousness of such advice.
Mike Royko notes billions wasted yearly on government computers that fail to meet user needs. He cites Senator William Cohen urging a law to require purchases match intended use, avoiding custom builds and unneeded design costs.
The paper notes a strict cutoff for political letters ahead of the November 8 election and explains the policy has long prevented day‑of printing. It recounts many letters about Frederick County Sheriff race and local offices, stressing fairness and reader voice with no editorial bias.
Virginia P Filer, candidate for re election as Frederick County Register of Wills, argues the office is elected and emphasizes diligence, audits, and staff integrity. She cites a 24 year career, notes top marks from legislative auditors, and urges voters to evaluate credentials and performance for Treasurer and Clerk positions as well.
In New Windsor conscientious objectors at the Blue Ridge College site join Soil Conservation Service workers on early projects with Carroll and Frederick county farmers. Frederick sees a 24 degree frost the coldest October since 1942. A USC outdoor finale drew about 350 people to High Knob. Frederick coal shortages persist as Pocahontas stoker supplies lag. FCC Board considers an experimental pilot for alcohol at campus social events, with a single dissent. Realtors press for a county housing coordinator, state funds for low interest mortgages expected by December.
The Maryland Troopers Association and local bar and liquor store owners back James Hagg, signaling a push to influence Frederick County law enforcement. Former sheriffs Donald Barnes and Robert Snyder support the effort, suggesting the so called Good Ole Boy Network aims to maintain control.
Anna W. Cutter of Mount Airy urges Frederick County voters to demand clear plans from sheriff hopefuls on cross agency cooperation with State Police and Sheriff's Office, prompt responses, and issue focused campaigns. She supports Jim Hagy, cites debates at Rosenstock Hall, and warns against sign removal and misinformation.
A reader recalls 1976 campaign year and a moment involving Parris Glendening, highlighting perceived character traits and party dynamics as the Democratic candidate for governor. The note uses a personal anecdote to reflect on trust and political stance.
The writer recalls Dr. Parris Glendening distributing tests with a defiant flair and condemns his perceived detachment. The piece interweaves political critique with automotive lane merge analysis, urging removal of arrows and warning of a lawsuit culture.
A reader condemns latex arrows painted in the left lane as Md 26 merges with US 15N. He argues the markings create slick, high risk, especially for motorcyclists in curves at over 50 mph, and urges removal to reduce accidents.
Letter from Michael J Lawson criticizes The Frederick Post for bias in Sept 28 coverage of Willie Mahone settlement. He defends affirmative action, urges neutral media, and argues the police chief's statements misrepresent hires. He asserts qualified Black officers exist and calls for action respecting race and gender in hiring.
The Frederick News Post invites readers to submit letters with name address and phone number for verification. Due to high volume not all letters published and some are edited for space or taste. poetry religious verse and letters to others are not printed.
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