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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Sep 16, 1987
Page
3
The county shifts a May 31 budget deadline to allow post signing adjustments after late state funds appeared. Teachers eyed extra money for salaries but the process allows revisions by June final adoption. Budget officials can refine figures as final plans sit for review.
In a full-throated critique the author laments the Bork confirmation process, denouncing hate-filled ads and editorials while arguing the controversy stems from partisan politics. The piece links the debates to past fights over Fortas, Johnson, and the era’s civil rights pressures. It warns of rising distrust in government and politics.
Washington reports the Secret Service is preparing 1,500 agents to guard a record number of presidential contenders in 1988. An advisory committee will decide major candidates, with protection starting Feb 1, 1988. Each candidate receives two teams and 24 hour coverage.
Dr Charles H Conley of Frederick says he is neither in nor out of the gubernatorial fight and notes no authority claims he will not run. Meanwhile Frederick sees a security buildup for a Sharpsburg battlefield convergence with state policemen and Secret Service protection for President Roosevelt. The city considers buying ornamental lighting for Rosemont streets and new traffic signals after an engineer estimates about 38 lights are needed.
Twenty years ago Frederick County's apparent record corn crop stood in jeopardy as hurricane Donia moved toward Maryland and Virginia. Winds battered Ocean City as farmers braced for impact with field corn harvest less than half finished, leaving most silage and grain crops still standing. The county pursued a demolition bid for two houses expansion of the Frederick Post Office. labor rules canceled the $17,750 contract after wage standards were found outdated. The Frederick County Grand Jury urged harsher penalties for chronic offenders and requested consideration of a new Circuit Court building, calling for meetings with county officials and judges.
Letter writer JOHN R. ALLEN IIT Ridgely urges readers to join their local PTA as it marks ninety years of service. He notes PTA involvement ranges from playgrounds to school construction and legislative matters. He invites joining for about the cost of a six pack of soda to help raise and protect children.
Angela A. Martin of Walkersville calls Maryland to adopt waste stream policies aligned with proven technologies. She cites Hagerstown’s sludge to fertilizer and methane plant, urges officials to engage Mike McGauhey, and warns rulers against repeating past economic and ecological harms.
Robert Bork, a distinguished constitutional scholar, has served on the U S Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia since 1981 and was unanimously confirmed to that court in 1982 after ABA ratings. Critics warn his judicial restraint could push the nation backward into dark ages.
The Pleasant Plains of Damascus Chapter of the D A R proposes: ring bells at 4 p m on the Ath to reflect on liberty justice and equal opportunity. memorize the preamble to aid understanding. stay alert to threats to checks and balances. live a life worthy of constitutional protection. - Bernadine G Beaul Clarksburg
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