Tractor pull roars above fairgoers crowd at county fair
A large crowd packed the grandstands for a tractor pull at the fair with modified trucks revving loudly and drawing cheers. Firefighters were called a few times as engines surged, fans praised the noise as part of the event, while others wore ear protection and soaked in the lively atmosphere. Governor’s Day featured many demonstrations and the demolition derby was scheduled for 7 p.m.
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Rede Ee
John Dodson
Frederick
Earl Brown
Westminster
Brashear shines in 4H beef and sheep showmanship
16 to 18 year old Brashear credits hard work and hands-on farming for mastery in 4H beef fitting and sheep showmanship. He cites lessons from National Junior Polled Hereford events and mentors from Ohio to Pennsylvania shaping his path toward an agricultural engineering degree. Contestants include Stup, Davis, and Green with judges FitzGerland of Whitestone Farm.
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Ohio
Pennsylvania
Mr. Brashear
Kim Stup
Nicholas Davis
Joe Davis
Carla Davis
Bryan Axline
Jamie Hertel
Mr. Davis
Jane
Dams Declared Dangerous After Inspections At Park Dams
Dams built in 1830 and 1861 sit within a park as 11 to 12 hour days mark the constriction work. Mortared masonry structures show large bottom voids found during routine checks prompting water safety restrictions around the two reservoirs. Officials note modern work preserves historic aesthetics while addressing safety risks.
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Manowa
Brad Jarossi
DNR
Car Safety Division
Wallacad
Chesapeake & Ohio Canal
Hennig
Navy
Scott Henson
Local 4H Member Wins Top Pie at Great Frederick Fair
Marie Nowell, a Thurmont Elementary student and Lewistown Mountain View 4 H Club member, entered 10 baked items and earned top honors with an orange chiffon tube cake selling for 1000 to Frederick residents Carl and Diane Carson and David and Nancy Eigenbrodgs. The 131st Great Frederick Fair opened with swine shows and Governor's Day events. The grand champion pie went to Rebecca Portner of Lewistown Mountain View 4H Club with reserve honors to Pam Rowlett of Calico Clovers 4H Club.
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Marie
Carl
Diane Carson
David
Nancy Eigenbrodgs
Frederick
Lewistown Mountain View
Thurmont
Daniel
Brenda Nowell
Rebecca Portner
Pam Rowlett
Calico Clovers
Christine Kline
Jamie Hertel
Graceham Fire Company receives county funding restore drive
Frederick County commissioners voted to fund Graceham Volunteer Fire Company for 1994, allocating about 90 100 for maintenance gear and building repairs. Nearly 11 000 will buy 10 new turnout gear sets while 6 000 for roof and room renovations. The grant covers equipment, vehicle repair 3 785 operating costs and labor supplied by firefighters and the community.
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Frederick County
Graceham Volunteer Fire Company
Graceham Company
Graceham
Walter Murray
Frederick County Fire and Rescue Services
Frederick County Volunteer Fire and Rescue Association
Fox
Fire and Rescue Association
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