Frederick County Retailing Through Early Economic Change
The article traces Frederick County's shift from farming to a diversified economy. It describes early self sufficiency, the rise of central trades, and town growth along trade routes. It cites 1972 employment figures, 1810 production, and 1895 city directories showing broad services and industries. It notes the expansion of dairies, canneries, and farm machinery as farming mechanizes.
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Frederick
Baltimore
Annapolis
Jefferson
Middletown
Emmitsburg
Libertytown
New Market
Doubs
Creagerstown
Johnsville
Singanore
Isaac
Frederick City
Thurmont
Miller
Walkersville
Frederick Countians
Frederick County Growth Fueled by Detrick and Highways
The county's growth over decades stems from proximity to Baltimore and Washington and the expansion of federal activities. Camp Detrick became Fort Detrick, boosting military and civilian jobs and spurring new communities. By 1970 the population reached 84,927, with projections for 1980 near 105,500 as highways lure industry and commuters, while farming declines.
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Frederick
Baltimore
Washington
Camp Detrick
Fort Detrick
Detrick gates
Fedders
Eustalco Aluminum
Frederick Electronics
Chamber of Commerce
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