Coast Guard Band Thrills Frederick at Weinberg Center
The Coast Guard Band from New London Conn delighted a capacity crowd in Frederick, performing nearly two hours of Sousa marches Dixieland jazz and Copland pieces. Soprano Tracy Thomas joined with Andy Sherwood in scat work, while a six piece Dixieland group led by Sherwood earned the night’s strongest applause, as residents Stuart and Phyllis Davisons spoke of years of free concerts.
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John N. Kiehr
Tracy Thomas
George Gershwin
Andy Sherwood
Aaron Copland
Philip Sparke
Moscow
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Odds & ends recalls Emory Coblentz’s impact and local reactions
The column revisits the first trolley in Frederick County and the Central Trust Co. collapse, with resident anger over losses blamed on Emory Coblentz. A Middletown native, praised for vision and philanthropy by Marie Hahn Stauffer, who credits him for aiding her father and Hood College. The piece notes ongoing bitterness, unsigned notes, and contextual history of local finance and development through 1990s projects.
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The Oprahization of politics sparks public pandering debate
Scripps Howard News Service critiques the blend of personal narratives and media theatrics in campaigns. It cites Elizabeth Dole, Hillary Clinton, Al Gore, Dick Morris, and public figures like Nancy Reagan and Christopher Reeve, arguing the line between humanizing candidates and sensational exposure has blurred. The piece warns that public sob stories may drive political strategy more than policy.
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Chicago
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Dick Morris
White House
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Time Magazine
Nancy Reagan
Ronald Reagan
Christopher Reeve
Scripps Howard News Service
News-Post Yesterday items snapshot 1946 1947 notes
Excerpts show Dr. Victor Cullen resigning as director of the State Sanitorium for Tuberculosis effective January 1, 1947 marking 39 years in post. Frederick report covers wartime relief efforts, local fundraising telethons, and community figures at regional events.
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Victor Francis Cullen
Reactionary welfare reform anger in letter to editor
Helen G Alexander of Frederick criticizes the welfare reform bill as harming the have nots. She argues there are not enough jobs or child care, fears increased hunger and homelessness, and calls for repealing the legislation and a shift in policy.
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Rural Americans Overlooked in Welfare Cuts Debate
A reader argues welfare cutbacks target inner cities while rural areas lack transportation and jobs. They urge Congress and the president to balance aid, citing President Roosevelt's education and job training programs and calling for job skills measures amid company downsizing.
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Letters on welfare, politics and public funds stir debate
The letter writers accuse government reforms of social disruption and warn of nationwide panic. Robert M. Johnston criticizes welfare reliance while addressing President Clinton and the role of taxpayer money in campaign funds. Wayne S. Dougherty notes Libetarian Harry Browne’s stance and questions campaign financing.
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Michelle Alenskis
Harry Browne
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Bill Clinton
Bob Dole
Ross Perot
A Cut Above the Other Parties
Garland Feaga criticizes third parties as confusing voters and argues the two party system reflects fundamental beliefs. He notes early U.S. factions formed the first parties, while modern major parties curb competition, diversifying only superficially on issues like arms, censorship, abortion, and Reform.
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Jefferson
Hamilton
U.S
Thankful letter cites politics and taxes in AM radio era
Milburn Ahalt defends the era while critiquing abortion, Hollywood, and social change. He cites 1981 and 1990 tax burdens showing the rich paying a large share, claims safety and religious symbols have declined, and mocks Republican guardianship while urging readers to seek “real facts” on AM radio.
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Mexico
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The Frederick News-Post invites exclusive signed letters with writers home address and both phone numbers for verification. Abridgments may occur. poetry and copies of letters to others are not published. Address letters to the editor at 200 E Patrick St Frederick MD 21705 or fax 662-8299.
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