Pageant Draws 1500 At Taneytown Bicentennial
In Taneytown Maryland 1500 residents attended the opening of the historical pageant Here on the Monocacy at Memorial Park. Miss Dorothy Elderdice of Westminster wrote and directed the show depicting Taneytown’s history from indigenous days to modern times with scenes such as George Washington at Adam Good Tavern and the 1897 fire. The production runs again Thursday Friday and Saturday at 8 15 p m with a children's parade block party and a mammoth parade with floats and prizes scheduled for Saturday afternoon.
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Whiskers Club Beards Prominent In Town Open House Night
The town enjoyed an open house atmosphere as former residents arrived from distant points to visit friends. Flags and hunting decor filled the community while store windows showcased fine antique furniture, celebrating a spirited, nostalgic gathering.
Field Day Dinner Here Friday Night
Community field day event marks 25th anniversary with a Friday night dinner at the Francis Scott Key Hotel. Local speakers include Cliff Finley and Henry R Shoemaker. Saturday features a large Guernsey cattle show at the fairgrounds with 54 exhibitors and 152 animals in 16 open and 5 4-H classes.
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Howard C. Barker
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