Editorial pound fiasco and the Waco fire six years after
The piece recalls the 1993 Waco siege killings of 80 people and urges accountability. It questions FBI denials on incendiary devices and suggests possible coverups. It supports Danforth leading an independent inquiry, noting the need to uncover who was involved and whether federal officials were responsible.
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FBI
U.S
Janet Reno
Missouri
John C. Danforth
Danforth
Waco, Texas
Davidian
Richfield legacy and local historic notes in Frederick area
The article recalls Richfield near Harmony Grove as the birthplace of Adm Ingham Scott Schley and traces its naming to Thomas Johnson. It covers Elm Street lore, high schools, and the Schindel family. It also recounts FCC color TV debates with CBS and RCA, DuMont’s demo mishap, and the rise of Charles Town slots. It closes with local notes on the Coffee Club honoring Mayor Games on his 60th birthday.
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Richfield
Harmony Grove
Frederick
Scott Schley
Thomas Johnson
Maryland
John C Grahame
Rose Hill Manor
Adm Schley
Santiago de Cuba
Thomas
Victoria McClure Schley
Schley
Winfield Scott
Schlers
Scott
Whig Party
Franklin Pierce
Andigiddga
Elm Street
Shirley Broubst
Richard Schindel
Fredenck High School
Board of Education
East Church Street
Schindels
Rockwell Terrace
Bentz
Rockwell
Frank Norwood
RCA
Allen B
DuMont
CBS
Othen
FCC
Todas
Charles Town
Delaware
Dover Downs
Kentucky
Pennsylvania
New York
Shays and Meehan Challenge Money in Politics
Congressmen Christopher Shays of Connecticut and Martin Meehan of Massachusetts unite against big money in campaigns. They argue soft money bans, that unlimited gifts threaten free speech, and urge tighter donation limits amid rising 1996 to 1997 spending. They face peer resistance while advocating reform.
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Shays-Meehan
Washington
Christopher Shays
Connecticut
Martin Meehan
Massachusetts
Shays and
Meehan
Congress
Shays Meehan push for campaign finance reform on Capitol Hill
Shays and Meehan press a bold reform bill to curb big money in politics as they battle party leaders and a blocked Senate vote. They argue limits would lessen donor influence, invite more qualified candidates, and end the fund raising runaround. They face resistance from peers and GOP leaders while courting support for a new Senate showdown this fall.
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Shays
Meehan
John McCain
ReArz
Shays Meehan
Senate
Capitol Hill
Clinton Gore
Clinton
GOP
Trent Lolt
Trang
Senpps Howeril
Y Set
Eice
Local officials critique public service allure and community events
Alderman Jesse C Shaver voiced skepticism about public office while a large Silver Bit Riding Club ride traced routes from Merryland Tract Park through Gapland Burkittsville to the Appalachian Trail. Patricia Swearington began teaching at Hagerstown High. Frederick City Recreation Commission hosted a straw ride and dance winners included Sharon Troxell and Betty Lane. Carroll Creek widening plans target a 18 month start with a $4 million budget. Brunswick Railroad Station to lay off about 222 workers on Sept 14 amid business decline and UAW strike anticipation.
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Silver Bit Riding Club
Merryland Tract Farmer's Park
Petersville
Gapland
Burkittsville
Francis Deane
Donald Shafer
David Kifer
Floyd Wickham
High Knob
Frederick City Recreation
Rinaldi
Brunswick
United Auto Workers
Bonus plan rumors stir reaction in Frederick County schools
Local readers discuss possible bonuses linked to student performance and superintendent Jack Dale. Critics question fairness while noting payroll effects and potential school celebrations funded by the Board of Education.
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Irend
Frederick County
Jack Dale
Manland
Board of Education
Frederick resident opposes 7 11 on Baughman's Lane plan
A Frederick Planning Commission hearing sees a resident express loud opposition to a proposed 7 11 at Baughman s Lane and Key Parkway. He cites traffic, noise, crime and oversaturation, noting nearby 7 11s Sheetz and Giant and recounts past real estate misrepresentations.
Oppose Store Plan On Busy Intersection In Frederick
A reader argues against allowing a 7 11 on a busy Baughmans Lane site citing increased traffic and safety risks at Key Parkway with calls to expand roads and block development. They urge attendance at the Sept 13 Planning Commission meeting and praise local volunteers. They also defend rider Clinton Cessna and commend the Williams family for rodeo efforts and community work.
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City Planning Commission
Baughman's Lane
Ballehmar's Lane
Key Parkway
Baughmans Lane
Sheela
Rosemont Avenue
Weis
Whittier Lake
Wilson Place
Planning Commission
Williams
Julia Robb
Clinton Cessna
Willams
Frederick County
Homecoming invitation honors Frederick Memorial School of Nursing
Ruth Thurston Myers voices opposition to demolishing the original hospital buildings. She calls the site a monument to excellent care and a symbol of health care for city and county residents, noting nurses and doctors have long served patients from near and far.
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Frederick Memorial
J and W Bar Ranch Draws Thousands Over Three Years
The Netwsst highlights J and W Bar Ranch as a great asset drawing thousands of visitors in the past three years. The venue hosted concerts, rodeos, and community events, boosting local activity and offering space for diverse gatherings.
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J&w Bar Ranch
Core of the Gun Control Debate in Bartlett Letter
Ruth J Burgoon of New Market argues against Kathryn Ruud's stance on gun control, defending Congressman Roscoe Bartlett. She notes Maryland minors cannot buy firearms and cites existing laws, contending anti gun advocates smear political opponents.
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Roscoe Bartlett
Kathryn Ruud
Mito
Maryland
Ms. Rand
Bartlett
Senate
Dr. Bartlett
Ruth
Letters to The News Post signature policy notice
The News Post invites letters exclusive to the paper and requires the writer to sign include home address and both home and business phone numbers for verification. Because of the large volume received not all letters can be published and poetry religious verse and letters addressed to others are not published.
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Fredenck News Post
News Post
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Ronald N Yours
Carroll Creek
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Vietnam Veterans of America
Tasker’s Chance
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Weinberg
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