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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Oct 26, 1999
Page
4
City of Frederick hosts the first local Make A Difference Day with Communi ty Agency School Services and USA Weekend originators in 1992. Nine volunteer teams cleaned parks and public housing areas, visited nursing homes with homemade cards, and organized a food and clothing drive, with potential growth as more residents join community outreach year round.
A columnist notes Reform Party founder Ross Perot's enduring influence while forecasting the party as a refuge for fringe candidates. It highlights potential third party contenders Pat Buchanan Jesse Ventura and Donald Trump, and argues a broader field could boost credible leadership in the presidential race.
A chaotic 1990s political scene is described with satire as Donald Trump shifts toward the Reform Party in a bid for the presidency, challenging Bush and Buchanan. The piece lampoons campaign antics, media stunts, and notable candidates including Gore, Bradley, McCain, and Keating scandal ties.
Crummitt of Frederick who won 64025 in the Maryland Lottery intends to keep working at Millies Restaurant where she is one of the cooks. Mayor Ronald Young asked State Senator Thomas Jr to invite National Guard officials to discuss procedures to acquire the state armory on Bentz Street.
Reporter John Robb highlights Bill Sims as an exemplary figure praised for work ethic and patriotism. The column notes his positive example for youth and honors his strong character as an outstanding local life story. A tangential line references Vincent Digiols and a nod to criminals.
A reader argues for Second Amendment rights, asserting self defense deters crime and criticizing gun control opponents. The letter condemns political labeling, urges focus on violent criminals, and reflects on voter participation and partisan primary dynamics with multiple named individuals.
A reader rebukes the Monday editorial claiming no official support for basic rights for homosexuals. He argues rights are the same for all and urges reporting abuse to police. He condemns the notion of “special rights” and cites a letter about an 11 year old in Predenck rest room.
Maryland Attorney General Joe Curran seeks a total handgun ban and reintroduces a concealed carry bill. He argues nationwide states report reduced gun violence after adopting permits while emphasizing safeguards and training. Curran notes committee resistance and cites low permit uptake as typical.
The League of Women Voters sponsored a discussion on non-partisan primaries. A former independent voter explains changing registration to a party member to vote in primaries and notes Frederick County shows only 14,935 declines in voter status.
The piece recalls 1960s debates where left critics used sharp epithets like arch conservative reactionary and pig to attack opponents, while today right leaning voices face labels such as liberal or leftwing. It frames both sides as attempts to silence disagreement.
Jamie Schetrompf voices frustration with Frederick city rules hindering residents on East Patrick Street. He argues sidewalks and code enforcement target private property while historic homes fall into disrepair, urging prioritization of city needs and fair parking for families to attend the fair.
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