Decline of youth culture in the TV era debate
An Associated Press report discusses surveys showing 41 percent naming government branches versus 59 percent naming The Three Stooges, and 74 percent locating Bart Simpson's hometown as Springfield. It argues adults fault TV habits, urges parental involvement, notes outside-school experiences shape academics, and questions survey accuracy.
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Bart Simpson
Springfield
Abraham Lincoln
Jack Dale
Frederick County
Associated Press
Vigilance urged to curb theft in Frederick volunteer groups
Millard M. Mick Mastrino warns of widespread misappropriation in fire and rescue and other nonprofit groups. He cites past cases in New Market, Emmitsburg, and Frederick, urges thorough investigations, bi yearly audits, two signature checks, and password protected computer systems to reduce risk and protect donors and organizations.
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Frederick County
Millard M ‘Mick
Frederick
Clinton Presidency Faltering Amid Lewinsky Fallout
The presidency collapses under the Monica Lewinsky scandal as Congress faces a powerless push to curb the crisis. Public trust erodes, the economy falters, and Clinton’s leadership is judged inadequate amid growing moral outrage and weak approval ratings. Richard Nixon’s historical caution echoes as the nation watches a potential end to his tenure.
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Clinton scandal looms as Starr report fuels crisis
Dan Thomasson notes the nation awaits Kenneth Starrs report and warns Clinton faces an irreversible political peril as public opinion shifts, Congress acts, and Democratic defenders struggle with the sex scandal. The piece compares Clinton to Nixon and predicts a protracted, fraught path ahead.
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Frederick city official mulls funds for airport paving project
Citizens may be asked to advise airport funding at Frederick Municipal Airport as developments signal possible need for more money. Frances Keller returns to Frederick after a six week war torn tour of England and France. Selective Service boards pause to finish 275 registrations born in 1927, one card lacking space for previous military record. One 21 year old registrant reports honorable discharges from Army and Navy. Forty purebred Holsteins depart Hagerstown Airport bound for Ecuador to start a herd. Former Maryland Transportation Secretary Harry Hughes wins the Democratic gubernatorial primary over Blair Lee III, with Beall securing Republican nomination. Sheriff Donald C Barnes defeats Woodrow W. Corbin for Frederick County post. Byron Goodloe wins easy over Dan Rupli for fifth term in U S House. United Way kickoff at Baker Park marks success with emcee Tommy Grunwell and punters Ruebling, Shipley, Tousignant, and Garver.
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Frederick
Senator Lieberman Praised as Connecticut Statesman
Paul Garrett of Frederick lauds Senator Lieberman from Connecticut for speaking as a true statesman. He applauds the senator for integrity and leadership, urging a renewal of civic virtue among all Americans.
Biggest hurdle for man at the top
An open letter pledges support for President Clinton amid perceived disability and political attacks by Ken Starr and others. It praises Vice President Gore and ally groups, urging protection under the American With Disabilities Act and defends Clinton’s leadership on foreign policy.
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Roy Meachum
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Letters to the Editor on courage and Emmitsburg Ambulance
Readers condemn the idea of relocating Ambulance Company 26 while praising the dedication of volunteers who built and maintained the Emmitsburg Ambulance Company. The letter argues for respect toward the presidency yet urges ongoing commitment and compassion in emergency medical services. The signers Sharon Topper and Polly Kittinger urge careful consideration before relocation.
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Richard Sprankle
Ambulance Company
Dave Copenhaver
Barney Gingell
Jim Kittinger
Tom Topper
Chuck Copenhaver
Cliff Shriner
Emmitsburg Ambulance Company
Derr backer Bramwell fuels debate in Frederick race
Michael J. Nolan laments Democratic support for Jack Derr alleging Bramwell gave 3000 dollars to Derr. He accuses Democrats of back room deals and tax hike votes while praising Alex Mooney as the true Republican ready to stand for local values in Frederick County.
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Derr
Mr. Derr
Frederick County
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Relocation Discussion of Emmitsburg Ambulance Company
Reader letter expresses sadness over a newspaper article about the possible relocation of the Emmitsburg Ambulance Company. It recalls a 1 1/2 year old meeting with company personnel town officials and citizens to discuss expanding at the current site with about six residents present and little feedback recorded.
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Emmitsburg Ambulance Company
Emmitsburg
Letter critiques Gilligan campaign over open space
Sylvia M. Bealer of Knoxville notes Betty Brown’s Sept. 3 letter in The Frederick News-Post titled Appropriate. The article accuses Paul Gilligan of using a bully pulpit to imply he will preserve open space while campaigning for county commissioner.
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Betty Brown
Frederick
Letters to the Editor Guidelines at The Frederick News Post
The Frederick News Post invites signed letters exclusive to the paper. Letters must include writer name address and both phone numbers and may be abridged for space. Submission options include mail fax or email with the address provided.
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