Million Man March in Washington D C a call for unity
The article describes a large turnout in Washington D C on a historic march that drew hundreds of thousands of black men from across the nation. It praises unity and brotherhood while criticizing Rev Louis Farrakhan for past rhetoric and warns against hate and division. It compares the event to past extremist rhetoric and suggests a Rainbow Coalition march to affirm solidarity for all races.
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Louis Farrakhan
Germany
Adolf Hitler
An Inspector Calls on Morris Mechanic stage dazzles bold set design
Critics hail the Morris Mechanic Theatre production as a visually stunning revival of J B Priestley's 1912 social drama. Ian MacNeil's Queen Anne revival set and Stephen Daldry's direction create a British seaside storm onstage. The piece blends period detail with modern staging while noting actor performance gaps. World War I context, class critique, and the inspector's mystery anchor the nights. The next Baltimore show features Kiss of the Spider Woman with Chita Rivera, followed by Seven leading box offices with Brad Pitt and Morgan Freeman.
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Farrakhan's rise fueled by white outrage and black appeal
The piece argues Louis Farrakhan uses white anger to draw attention to his message, mixing racism and anti Semitism to rally some black followers. It notes the Million Man March boosted his profile, sparked GOP criticism of Clinton, and portrays Farrakhan as a skilled provocateur who thrives on public outrage while drawing more black supporters.
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Farrakhan
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Remains Found as City Workers Dig Old Potters Field
City workmen uncover a body in Abrecht Place while disturbing a section of the old Colonial potters field. Historian E Ralston Goldsborough suggests the site may hold remains of John Casper Fritchie, hanged August 17, 1781 for Tory actions in the Revolutionary War.
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E. Ralston Goldsborough
Potters Field
John Casper Fritchie
England
Parking Woes Around Frederick Memorial Hospital
A long time resident on Park Avenue near Frederick Memorial Hospital describes severe parking shortages as the hospital expanded with a parking deck. Vehicles block drives, trucks speed through entrances, and staff occupy spaces long promised to residents, despite tax-funded facilities.
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Trail Avenue
Enlightenment on the church in Roy Meachum’s column
The column criticizes clerical power and Vatican councils noting Vatican I and II outcomes. It argues the laity now chooses religion to suit individual needs and questions the curia’s effort to preserve strict faith. Pope John XXIII’s death and Pope John Paul II’s election are referenced in a broader reform discussion.
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Roy Meachum
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Catholicism
John XXIII
Pope Paul VI
John Paul II
Curia
Meachum
Adoption and faith themes echo through letters and essays
A reader reflects on Catholic church history and Vatican II, praising papal leadership while cautioning against misinterpretation. Patricia Hershwitzky discusses adoption realities, addressing myths about birth mothers, family formation, and the rewards and responsibilities of adoptive parenting. Jeff Wilson endorses adoption as a viable family option.
Adoption Myths and Language in National Adoption Month
Adoption is a strong viable option during crisis pregnancies. The piece urges respectful language usage for all involved, noting that adoptive and birth parents are real and natural. It addresses myths around adoption and emphasizes that most adoptions work and children find loving families.
Letters to the Editor Policy at The Frederick News-Post
The Frederick News-Post invites letters from readers and requires name address and phone number for verification. Due to high volume many letters are edited or not published. poetry religious verse and letters to others are not printed. mailing address and telefax are provided for submissions.
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