Maryland redistricting favors Republicans in Democratic drawn plan
The final Maryland congressional map keeps vast eastern counties intact and sets up challenges for Beverly Byron in the 6th District. Despite Democratic control of the redraw, Republicans Connie Morella Melon Bentley and Wayne Gilchrest gain safety or favorable pairings, aided by Gov. Schaefer’s moderate stance and possible openings for an incumbent hit from a GOP challenger.
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Wayne Gilchrest
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Gilchrest
William Donald Schaefer
Republican Party
Schaefer
Radio era fading as talk dominates airwaves
Robert C. Reid laments changes in radio and television, noting a shift from entertaining, story driven programs to endless talk formats. He recalls classic radio stars, complains about modern DJs and hosts, and credits public radio and TV with gaining fans amid the decline of commercial media.
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Sexless Office Debate on Thomas Hill and Anita Hill
A column argues about sexual harassment and gender roles in the Clarence Thomas Anita Hill debate. It critiques feminist assertions, notes office dynamics, and questions the severity and perception of harassment while defending competent women in the workplace.
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Running community calls to skip National Pike event
A veteran runner urges abstention from the 19th National Pike Road Race on Sunday October 27. He cites FCAHPERD ban on running club members from a Frederick County cross country meet and accuses the sponsor of segregation against youth runners. SEE ZUMBACH Knoxville.
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Fcahperd
Frederick County Gym Teachers Association
Portal
Local notes from October 24 reveal dam crisis and band mobilization
On October 24 fifty years ago the Fishing Creek Dam inquiry involved two city workers while drought drove thousands of trout to cannibalism. The Seventh Battalion Band of the Maryland State Guard was mustered at the Frederick State Armory under Capt W Jarboe Grove with 39 members measured for uniforms. Ellis Schildt of Walkersville reported a 33 inch 29 pound carp in the Monocacy River. Montgomery County debated state takeover of Seneca Creek relief plans as flood victims faced rebuilding limits. Nixon announced a Fort Detrick cancer program potentially boosting Frederick County with 600 scientists and up to 700 support staff and an $18 million budget. Norman Shankle of East Patrick Street sought police to curb newspaper theft after six straight weeks of losses.
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Maryland State Guard
State Armory
Frederick
W. Jarboe Grove
Frederick County
Ellis Schildt
Walkersville
Monocacy River
Richard M. Nixon
Fort Detrick
Norman Shankle
East Patrick Street
Frederick City
Frederick Post
Budget Cuts for MIEMSS Not Restored in Budget
In a letter to the editor, the author notes that while Medevac budget restorations occurred, MIEMSS still faces proposed cuts. Administrators expect a two thirds operating budget reduction starting July 1992, risking the elimination of some emergency medical services for Maryland citizens.
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Medevac
Miemss
Maryland
Charter Would End Annapolis Local Courtesy Practice
Frederick County follows a local courtesy process with its legislative package to the General Assembly. Delegates debate proposals, then months later the county thanks them for what was approved while critics say the system lets the delegation wield undue influence.
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Frederick County
General Assembly
Assembly
Teets advocates charter government in local reform
G Lee Teets of Mversville declares opposition to the current system and supports charter government. He argues local matters should be decided locally by the council, with councilmanic districts and public hearings after 6 pm. He notes proposed legislation listed by the Frederick News-Post for this year’s package and urges acceptance at the November 5 election.
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Frederick News-Post
Tax cap protest urged by Frederick County residents
Harold Shriver of Keymar urges immediate collective action against the State real estate assessment, criticizing a 10 percent cap as too high or too low, calling for Nov 1 and Oct 31 deadlines, and proposing a public posting strategy to press for reduced taxes amid alleged overassessment and looming county and state tax burdens.
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Frederick County
Winchester Hall
Frederick teachers urge bold action on Maryland fiscal crisis
As Frederick County Teachers Association president, Jack Patterson denounces state leaders for cutting vital services and shifting hardship to local governments. He urges revisiting the Linowes Commission and exploring fair tax reform, sin taxes, and revenue options to protect education and social programs.
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General Assembly
Linowes Commission
Maryland
Frederick County
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