Parade marks 250th anniversary despite rain fears
Gov Thomas Johnson School groups led a long parade Saturday morning as weather held off. Greg Berczuk oversaw the Seventh Division and noted rain would not deter participants. Emerald Society Pipe Band played The Battle of Waterloo while Joan Jenkins float showcased 1910 era costumes. Sharon Smith of the parade committee described 167 units spanning up to a mile. Route traced Market and Seventh to Bentz Street and Patrick. The Sons of Confederate Veterans complained over renaming the Sabers and Roses Ball to the 250th Anniversary Ball, calling it insensitive to Confederate history.
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Ransom Note Threats Weaken Frederick in 1864
In 1864 Confederate Gen Jubal Early threatened to burn Frederick if the city did not pay a $200000 ransom. Frederick secured the funds from banks and the city was saved along with federal supply stores. Officials later recalled the harrowing episode.
Frederick 250th Ball Showcases Civil War Costumes and More
Frederick residents enjoyed a 250th Anniversary Ball with Confederate and Union era costumes plus black tie gowns. County officials and locals, including Roxie Stitely and Marjorie Pittinger, watched guests arrive in period attire while others wore formal dress. City leaders urged pride in a unique small-town identity as parade preparations continued for the weekend celebration.
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Roxie Stitely
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Marjorie Pittinger
David Gray
Jim Grimes
Bertha Kennedy
State drops police chief probe in Maryland case
The State Prosecutor's Office ended an inquiry into Frederick police chief Maj. Ray Raffensberger after preliminary interviews found no grounds for criminal misconduct. Gail Norman of Monrovia, who filed the harassment case, remains critical, while police union members press grievances over management of the contract.
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Confederate Air Force
Picket line greets 250th Anniversary Ball attendees
About two dozen Frederick police officers and their families picketed at the Holiday Inn entrance as gaily dressed guests arrived for the 250th Anniversary Ball on Friday night. Officers waved signs and expressed appalled reaction to gestures observed during the event.
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Grace M Eicholtz Liday dies at 102 in Frederick
Grace M Eicholtz Liday, 102, longtime Thurmont resident, died at Northhampton Nursing Home Frederick. Born April 6 1893 in Thurmont, she retired from Claire Frock Co. Surviving sister Lula Butler and several nieces and nephews. Graveside service 11 a.m. Tuesday Sept 12 Mount Hope Cemetery Woodsboro. Memorials to Hospice of Frederick County. Stauffer Frederick in charge.
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Stauffer Funeral Home
Frederick church begins cornerstone for new church and school
The Frederick Seventhday Adventist Church celebrated laying the cornerstone for a new church and school building by burying words of purpose in the foundation. Pontons of The Frederick News Post are printed with each dig.
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Rain Drought Lingers as Frederick County Sees Minor Shower
Heavy heat and a brief sprinkle across Frederick County fail to alleviate a long drought. Forecasters predict below normal temperatures and precipitation for the next week, delaying relief for corn and fall crops while dry wells and water bans grow. Local officials cite Maryland’s record dry spell with rainfall well below normal.
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National Weather Service
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Maryland- American Water Co
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