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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 05, 1975
Page
1
Susan Ford wrapped up a three day reign at the Apple Blossom Festival in Winchester leaving the stage with her customary poise. Secret Service agents seemed tired officials wore weary feet yet she remained fresh and pretty. Crowds estimated between 200000 and 300000 confirming it as one of the largest festivals on record.
The 48th Shenandoah Apple Blossom Grand Feature Parade faced two problems including a self appointed official who spaced bands at 200 yards, not 50 feet, and sudden rain. Despite gaps and two missing units Fork Union Military Academy and others, entries advanced with crowds, Miss Susan Ford, Grand Marshal Bob Hope, and Sen. Harry Byrd Jr. watching.
Bob Hope, grand marshal of the 1975 Apple Blossom Grand Feature Parade, rode down Handley High School steps to Thanks for the Memories. He recalled his 1949 appearance and thanked Sen. Harry F. Byrd Jr. and Susan Ford as Queen Shenandoah XLVIII joined the festivities.
Park event canceled after ten hours of rain leaving 30 000 expected attendees without the Sunday in the Park attraction. Festival President E Michael Luby cites damaged grounds and towing costs and notes crafts exhibitors set up before cancellation. Majorette competition moved to Daniel Morgan School and children’s play re located to Shenandoah College theatre.
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