Fourth of July at Baker Park draws thousands to festivities
The second annual Fourth of July celebration at Baker Park drew about 5,000 for daytime events with games music jugglers and a National Guard helicopter. Attendance swelled to 15,000 for fireworks as a chili cook-off and food vendors drew crowds. attendees praised the day while reminders of service members abroad were shared.
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Weather and civic notes mixed report
Weekend rain chances dominate the forecast with local details and a national map. Jo an Michel reports on the new Six Flags Power Plant in Baltimore as part of the weather and civic note segment.
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Davis wins Barbara Fritchie Classic at Frederick Fairgrounds
Ohio's Doug Davis captures the Barbara Fritchie Classic title at the Frederick Fairgrounds. Automotive Editor Betty Lester contributes a report from B-1 while a reflective line from Benjamin Disraeli adds context about amiability.
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Protest at Trinity United Methodist Church Against KKK Cross
About 125 people gathered before a cross on the altar at Trinity United Methodist Church to protest Ku Klux Klan plans to burn a cross on Braddock Mountain six hours later. NAACP president Lord D. Nickens said the service countered violence and hatred preached in Braddock Heights. Lincoln quote cited liberty and differing meanings by the public.
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Klan Leader Claims Rising Maryland Membership
Frederick County July Fourth picnic near Braddock Heights featured an eight foot cross as hooded figures watched the flames. Maryland KKK Grand Dragon Samuel C. Royer said membership in the Invisible Empire Knights of the KKK is rising and noted increased activity across the state. He described ongoing leafleting and public awareness events, while contrasting local enthusiasm with larger regional growth reports.
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