Diet scares prompt warning from medical group
Dr Andrew Nicholson of the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine cites the American Cancer Society on high fat red meat risks and warns off chicken and fish due to carcinogens. He advocates a low fat vegetarian diet with exercise and smoking cessation to improve arteries blood pressure and diabetes risk. Caution urged about overreacting and to consult one's own doctor before changing diet.
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National Academy of Science
Enough already It's a short list of hated names
A reflective column rails at O J Simpson and H Ross Perot for dominating public discourse. It argues their trials and politics reveal society's race tensions, media exploitation, and the drains of notoriety. The author condemns sensationalism and calls for distance from these figures.
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Short-term investment for long-term school gains
A local educator reflects on road repaving and compares it to investing in the Frederick County school system. He praises teachers, staff, and parents for their dedication as they work to secure long-term benefits for students despite short-term costs.
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Frederick County
Public Education Under Strain in Frederick County
Eric J. Reichel criticizes County Commissioners Mark Hoke Ilona Hogan and Bruce Reeder for cutting funds to schools amid rising enrollment. He cites large class sizes over 30 and crowded computer labs, arguing the system risks the youth’s future despite a diverse student population. Reichel urges residents to demand sustained support for public education.
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Frederick County
Ilona Hogan
Jona Hogan
Bruce Reeder
Eric J. Reichel
Walkersville
Mass picket acts at Ox Fibre Brush plant in Frederick
An orderly line of nearly 1,000 marched in a token labor solidarity display at the Ox Fibre Brush Co. plant in Frederick. Ox Fibre Local 172 United Furniture Workers hosted a CIO-AFL group of visiting picketers as about 100 people attended a Frederick High School college conference with addresses by Dr. R F Cromwell and John Bayley Jones. A social followed, arranged by several local women. DEEDS were filed in Frederick for five tracts to the U S government for Camp Detrick expansion. Other items note a 1976 Colorfest Queen contest at Catoctin High, and Dennis K Bussard of Rockville served as court reporter for Maryland trials. Gael Butcher spoke at East Frederick Elementary as the county association for children with learning disabilities began a new year.
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Christine Scott
Ann Marshall
Maybel Hoyler
Ethel Deadley
Helen Beach
Gael Butcher
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Bartlett urged by women to debate Crawford in Sixth District
A Frederick County women’s group urges a debate between Rep Roscoe Bartlett and Democratic challenger Steve Crawford. They cite Bartlett’s refusal to engage with women’s groups on issues like day care reproductive rights and education. The letter endorses Crawford as a spokesman for women’s concerns ahead of the November 5 election.
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Dedicated officers letter prompts agreement on police conduct
Describes taking issue with a letter by Roland England Jr dated September 10 and expresses full agreement with his stance on respected conduct by officers. The writer emphasizes support for the message and urges consideration of appropriate police behavior.
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England
Firsthand praise for law officers and deputies
A letter commends county and state patrol officers, especially Deputy First Class Gary W. Morton, for prompt, professional help during serious crimes. The writer lauds Morton’s dedication and urges support for law enforcement.
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Gary W. Morton
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Simpler, Safer And More Equitable Tax Discussion
A reader letters criticizing Congressman Bartlett for a national sales tax ask how much consumption remains taxable after excluding essentials and how high taxes must be to match current income tax revenue. They question impact on suppliers, lobbyists, underground economies, and political viability, proposing a better alternative.
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Ronald McCracken
Thomas Aiello
Dr. Bartlett
Reverence for Life urged in animal cruelty law case
Helen G. Alexander of Frederick calls for prosecution of animal cruelty and links cruelty to humans. She urges reporting abuse, pressing charges, and teaching reverence for all life in public schools, starting at home with parents.
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