Labor Day editorial reflects two union positions
A Central Maryland AFL-CIO Council release and a National Right to Work Foundation statement frame Labor Day as a platform for opposing views on union support and dues. The piece praises workers, argues for decent pay and yearly thanks, and urges a fatality-free Labor Day weekend amid high alcohol-related deaths on holidays.
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Maryland
Afl-Cio Council
National Right To Work Foundation
Labor Day
American Dream
Frederick memory pieces and local histories in old news columns
A mash of reminiscences and notes on Frederick County figures, places, and events. Mentions Igor McKinsey and The Bentztown Bard, prices and antiques, Civil War era loyalties, Buckingham School alumni, Velcro origin, and appliance color trends. Several named individuals and local landmarks anchor the scattered items.
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Igor McKinsey
EK News
West Patrick Street
Bentz Street
Frederick
Baltimore Sun
Bentztown
News-Post
Caroline Price
Old Square Corner
Price
Ordeman’s
Doc Thomas
Frederick County Bank
Milton Woodward
Ham Showman's
Ehret
Doctor Garret
Etchison
Frederick County
Maryland
Frederick City
American Heritage Magazine
Christine Gibson
Baer
Church Street
Telethons fail to empower the disabled community argues critic
Steven Tingus questions Labor Day week telethon messaging on disability, arguing it reinforces pity and undermines independence. He cites the Independent Living movement and real achievers like a paraplegic climber and a wheelchair journalist, urging public support for genuine inclusion and ADA reforms.
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Kate
Lewis
Tsididi
Jerry
America
Maryland in World War II themes and local notices
A fragmentary Maryland related page notes a new book on World War II with Camp Detrick and Camp Ritchie references, a dietetic internship for Shirley Weddle from Thurmont, and a 1958 Catawba College graduate. It also mentions church lease extension for a day care, Fort Detrick programs, honors for Green Valley Elementary students, and Marine 2nd Lt Donna K. Binneweg reporting to Iwakuni, Japan.
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Maryland
Camp Detrick
Camp Ritchie
Control the kids Tam on gun policy and safety
Message argues for enforcing existing gun laws and mandatory gunlocks in Maryland while stressing parental control over children. It reflects personal history with firearms, service experience as a weapons mechanic, and a belief that freedoms should not be sacrificed for gun control.
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Tam
The
Washington Post
Maryland
Testing our limits in Frederick Watershed letter
Mark Alexander argues for stricter watershed restrictions and accountability for government in a spirited Aug 10 letter. He likens government to children testing parents limits and urges civic action through meetings and elections to protect rights.
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Mark Alexander
Frederick
Career fire recruits and public debate on Camp Stan
The letter reflects strong opinions about Department of Fire and Rescue Services hiring standards. It cites Camp Stan and questions whether new recruits must meet physical runs. A parent hopes for a safe return of a firefighter, expressing personal fear for a missing loved one and praying for his safe homecoming tomorrow morning.
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Department of Fire and Rescue Services
Stan
DPRS
U.S. 15
Pattie Hughes
Walkersville
DFRS
Letters on the U.S. 15 accident and traffic safety
Readers defend fire department workers and urge immediate traffic light installation at the Frederick area intersection. Kim Shelton warns of buses crossing during peak hours and calls for action before further harm occurs. Chrissie Bartlett echoes demand, condemning delays and urging prompt safety measures.
Safety hazard at busy intersection spurs community alarm
Residents near U S 15 and Mountville Road in Adamstown recount two fatal crashes within six weeks after moving. They complain about delays in studies and promised safety improvements, urging action before the new school term begins. Local officials cited traffic counts and reviews as part of an ongoing assessment.
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Mountville Road
U.S. 15
Adamstown
Basford Road
Amesa
Stand unclear on mini nukes in FY2001 defense bill
In a Myersville letter Nancy M Chu questions whether the Senate version of the FY2001 Defense Authorization Bill includes a mini nuke. She notes Senators Warner and Allard championed the provision while the House bill omits it. Chu asks Rep Roscoe Bartlett his stance on nuclear weapons amid conference committee expectations.
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Air Force
John Warner
R-Va
Wayne Allard
Rco
Senate
House Conference Committee
Roscoe Bartlett
Dr. Bartlett
Letters to the Editor at The Frederick News Post
Readers may send letters to The Frederick News-Post with options by mail fax or email. The notice lists the address 200 E Patrick St Freder MD and a public box number plus a fax number 301 462 4299 for submissions and specifies space limits and publication policies.
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Witcomes
Sas
Alieiers
Mowto
Egmor
Frederick
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National Council On Disability
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