Community Coalition Seeks Private Funding for School Additions
Frederick County group meeting August 21 envisions private funding and volunteer labor to finance large school additions amid growth. Yale Stenzier and local officials engaged, with projected 1998 and 1999 adds totaling about six million dollars each year.
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Ripken Jr An Iron Man For All Seasons In Baltimore
A fond appraisal of Cal Ripken Jr as more than a baseball star, praising his integrity and family devotion. The column lauds Peter Angelos for supporting the streak, notes the Orioles’ struggles, and imagines a pennant chase despite a damp forecast and past trades.
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Study on fat mice raises caution for humans health news
Article notes that promising results turning fat mice thin may not translate to people. It discusses ongoing changes in scientific guidance, public reaction, and skepticism about quick health fixes. It highlights the gap between animal studies and human outcomes, urging cautious interpretation of new claims.
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Broccoli science debunked and leptin weight claims mocked
Leonard Larsen critiques frequent health headlines about broccoli and leptin, noting how initial claims of rapid fat loss collapse under contradictory studies. He argues that researchers chase bright findings, then retract, while public hype outpaces cautious science, and insists future breakthroughs will similarly pivot. Scripps Howard News Service
Frederick marks bicentennial with parade and speeches
Speakers including Governor O Conor and U S Pardon Attorney Lyons addressed 400 at the bicentennial banquet in Cob lenz Hall on the Hood College campus. A Frederick parade featured three sailor platoons and WAVES from Camp Detrick before about 35 000 spectators. U S Senator Tydings spoke at Baker Park after the parade. The amphitheater at Baker Park was packed. Out of town visitors booked hotel space for canonization masses of Mother Elizabeth Ann Seton on Sept 14. Frederick Aldermen clashed with the mayor over the Francis Scott Key Hotel purchase by Homewood and hoped part of the building could be used for dining. Ryan Homes advertised grand opening prices for Amber Meadows townhouses from 33 900. South Market Street closed for underground wiring work between Clarke Place and All Saints Street.
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Frederick 250th starting point celebration letter to the editor
Jack Doll defends Frederick city and county 250th anniversary events while criticizing front page critiques of the Sabers and Roses Ball. He urges unity, forward looking leadership, and appreciation of air show displays and Civil War re enactments as the community marks a historic milestone.
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Alderman Voices Fear Over Saber and Roses Ball 250th Anniversary
A resident warns the Saber and Roses Ball risks turning into a Confederate ball during the 250th anniversary celebrations. She urges Frederick to choose more constructive ways to honor the milestone.
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Frederick historian defends Sabers and Roses Ball heritage
A letter from Frederick Mayor Jim Grimes responds to criticism of the Sabers and Roses Ball tied to Civil War era, defending the event name as historical flavor and urging unity. The piece follows a reader from Darlene Brown’s remarks on Alderman Murphy and broader calls for racial equality. Grimes emphasizes free speech with responsibility and celebrates the city’s diversity and 250th anniversary milestones.
Celebrating Fredericks Rich 250th Anniversary Events
The city of Frederick marks its 250th year with nine events organized by a volunteer committee. Key activities include City Hall Open House on Jan 1, Fourth of July, a WW II era canteen on Aug 25, Civil War era ball on Sept 8, anniversary parade and town picnic on Sept 9, carillon bells rededication on Sept 10, luminaries on Nov 4, and Family Day on Dec 30.
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