Message on substance abuse among youth and adults
A 1998 US Health and Human Services survey shows 12 to 17 year olds had the lowest substance abuse rates, while 18 to 25 year olds in the state ranked high for legal drug dependence. The piece argues peer influence and personal messages from friends may be more effective than adult lecturing in deterring abuse and urges support for programs that reinforce responsible choices.
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Ood
US Department of Health and Human Services
Manjuana
Meachum notes early 2000 campaign shifts and Gore momentum
Roy Meachum surveys the opening phase of the 2000 presidential race. He contrasts postconvention bluster with real dynamics as Democrats, led by Gore, gain cautious advantage while Republicans show faltering momentum. He critiques campaign missteps and media coverage shaping early public perception.
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America
al Gore
George W Bush
White House
Sen. Doe Lietcesae
Cheney Gore clash over corporate ties sparks campaign row
Howard News Service reports a heated exchange over Dick Cheney’s stock options and Gore’s campaign reaction. The piece accuses both sides of political theater while arguing Cheney should forfeit options and divest, framing the dispute as a test of honesty in public life. The commentary denounces attacks on business ties and questions Gore’s own career in public service versus private enterprise.
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Dick Cheney
America
Cheney
al Gore
Chris Lehane
Gore
Tennessee
The
Republic
Howard News Service
Open House Demonstrates New Electronic Pianos at Hood College
Hood College hosted an open house in Brodbeck Hall to showcase new electronic piano equipment. Four-H club members and Frederick Girl Scouts attended the event. In nearby news, the Bummest Neweek CY Fishing Creek reservoir reached full capacity after 4 1/2 inches of rain over the previous two and a half weeks. A petition signed by 200 Walkersville residents protested the transfer of fifth and sixth grade pupils from Walkersville to New Midway, filed with Superintendent Eugene W. Pruitt.
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Brodbeck Hall
Hood College
Fishing Creek
Walkersville
New Midway
Superintendent of
Eugene W. Pruitt
Denial Not Racist But Anti Growth Stance Letter
A Frederick County resident Rebecca Hamrick of Rosemont defends denial of water and sewer access to an Islamic society, arguing it is not racism but anti growth. She says she has lived in the area 36 years, moved to Rosemont, and urges others to leave the city for convenience.
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Frederick County
Pera Wip
EMAC
Frederick
Thurmont
Rosemont
Brunswick
Community growth prompts retirement of old plans
Population rose from 150000 in 55000 housing units to 153000 in 73400 units. Student count grew from 26000 across 41 schools to 34258 with capacity at 9. Changes aim to update management, address aging population and housing values around $41498, and improve facilities and ordinances.
Housing Trends and County Plans for 2010 Forecasts
Alan Imhoff and Charles Hubbard present a county outlook with data on 1993 and 1999 housing sales, prices, income, and projections for 2010. They anticipate 234000 residents in 91000 housing units, 41000 students in six schools, and aging population growth, noting possible price rises beyond 300000 and median income near 58000 while warning of political turnover and governance concerns.
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Popucore
Recusal Request Tied to Ethics Firm Guidance in Frederick County
The record shows counsel advised Commissioner Hogan to recuse herself following a letter from Mr Trey. Paul G Zimmerman notes the matter centers on an ethics firm’s interpretation and resulting implications for public duties.
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Frederick County
Hogan
Earnet
Enderapindinge
Trey
Outrage over hate crime at rocky ridge attack
Community voices anger over a recent hate crime case described as black on white and ignored by agencies and groups such as ACLU WM. Citizens call for condemnation regardless of who is involved and urge adherence to civil rights laws.
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ACLU
Frederick traffic woes spark Olympics hosting debate
Diana Williams of Germantown argues that hosting large events like the Olympics would worsen Frederick area traffic, comparing it unfavorably to easier travel in Gaithersburg. She says Montgomery County roads are overwhelmed and laments increasing delays after trips back home.
Frederick News Post letter guidelines chaos
Fragmented OCR passage shows garbled instructions for letters to the Frederick News Post. It mentions signing requirements, home and trainer phone numbers, and space constraints, with contact details for submissions and a mocked address block. Overall the text is incoherent and error-filled.
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Semsona
Apa Ware
Ionm
Copes
Hemers
Gacayvee
Pelege
Volrne
Haters
Suoschon
al Uts
Gerd
Mal & Somers
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Bax
Tiel
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