HAVE YOU VOTED?
Don't forget to vote daily for the Pocomoke Area Chamber of Commerce at http://www.mdsbwawards.org/nominate-a-business/chamber-challenge.html
Thursday, March 6, 2014
VOTE Once A Day ~ Chamber Challenge
Don't forget to vote daily for the Pocomoke Area Chamber of Commerce at http://www.mdsbwawards.org/nominate-a-business/chamber-challenge.html
Somerset County (MD) Sheriff's Office Recent Arrests
Brandon Chase Taylor - Crisfield was arrested 2-20-14 on a warrant for violation of probation. Taylor was released after posting a $10,000 bond.
Charles Edward Collins - Mt. Vernon was arrested 2-24-14 on theft, and trespassing charges.
Deputies investigated a theft of an outside HVAC unit from the property of the Westover Scrap Metals business. Employees of the business reported that a Charles Collins had scrapped a similar HVAC unit several days later. During the investigation, Collins admitted to stealing the HVAC unit after waiting for employees to leave for the day.
Collins was later released on personal recognizance.
Avery Tavarus Neal - Crisfield was arrested 2-24-14 where he was served a criminal Circuit Court indictment for possession with the intent to distribute CDS, possession of CDS, not marijuana, and possession with the intent to distribute CDS within 1000 feet of a school zone. Neal was released back into the custody of the Department Of Corrections.
Michael Christopher Ward Jr. - Crisfield was served with a criminal summons for theft less than $100.00. Ward was released on signature pending court actions.
Juvenile arrested for disturbing school functions at Washington High School on 2-26-14. Deputies responded to the school regarding a disruptive male juvenile student. The juvenile was arrested, and later released to parents.
Have You Seen This Family Pet?
STILL MISSING !!!
$300 REWARD Offered!
Family is still looking for Turbo.
Missing since Sunday evening of February 23, 2014 in the Oak Hall, Virginia/Route 13 area.
PLEASE- if you have seen Turbo or know where he is call 757- 894- 4241.
Turbo is very friendly and could still be wearing his collar.
His family misses him very much
Wednesday, March 5, 2014
Pocomoke City Police Chief Kelvin Sewell and Lt. Lynell Green Hold Com- Stat Meeting
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Pocomoke City Police Department
POCOMOKE CITY POLICE
BI-WEEKLY COM STAT MEETING
March 5, 2014
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| Pocomoke Police Dept. Photo |
Pocomoke City Police Chief Kelvin Sewell and Lt. Lynell Green hold their biweekly Com Stat meeting to discuss the Officers performance and City wide crimes.
During the past two weeks the Pocomoke City Police Officers issued 79 citations, 77 warnings and completed 24 Arrest.
The Pocomoke City Police Officers seized approximately $4,000 in cash from a traffic stop involving untaxed cigarettes.
GREAT JOB POCOMOKE POLICE DEPT.!!!!
FBI- National Consumer Protection Week 2014
Getting informed and taking a few basic steps may well keep you from becoming a victim of crime and fraud. This website has a wealth of material to help you do just that...everything from information on protecting your kids, computer, and workplace to a list of types of fraud schemes and e-scams and even how to report this type of criminal activity.
Please take the time to learn more about these topics so you can remain a crime-smart, educated consumer.
Resources:
- National Consumer Protection Week Website
- Scams & Safety
- Frauds from A to Z
- Common Fraud Schemes
- E-Scams & Warnings
Asteroid Will Safely Pass Closer Than Moon Wednesday
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| Image Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech |
As happens about 20 times a year with current detection capabilities, a known asteroid will safely pass Earth Wednesday closer than the distance from Earth to the moon.
This asteroid, 2014 DX110, is estimated to be about 100 feet (30 meters) across. Its closest approach to Earth will be at about 217,000 miles (about 350,000 kilometers) from Earth at about 1 p.m. PST (4 p.m. EST) on March 5. The average distance between Earth and its moon is about 239,000 miles (385,000 kilometers).
NASA detects, tracks and characterizes asteroids and comets using both ground- and space-based telescopes. The Near-Earth Object Observations Program, commonly called "Spaceguard," discovers these objects, characterizes a subset of them and identifies their close approaches to determine if any could be potentially hazardous to our planet.
NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory, Pasadena, Calif., manages the Near-Earth Object Program Office for NASA's Science Mission Directorate in Washington. JPL is a division of the California Institute of Technology in Pasadena.
More information about asteroids and near-Earth objects is at: http://www.nasa.gov/asteroid.
NASA.gov
Great Pocomoke Fair SPRING BINGO
Great Pocomoke Fair (Facebook)
COMING UP!
GET YOUR TICKETS NOW!
Only the first 150 play.
Save $5 with advance ticket purchase.
SPRING BINGO, MARCH 28TH Coach & Longaberger prizes!
Special raffles, 50/50, great food at the concession.
Doors open at 5:30; Games begin at 7:00.
Limited seating to first 150 persons.
Tickets are $20 in advance or $25 at the door.
Bring 4 canned goods for donation to the Samaritan Shelter of Pocomoke and receive a free special game card.
Reserve tables of 6 or more players.
Call 410.422.9195 or 443.614.4456 or 443.783.8197
for info or tickets.
Delmarva Discovery Center ~ Astro-Adventure
This SATURDAY AND SUNDAY, March 8 & 9, visit the stars at the Delmarva Discovery Center during our Astro-Adventures planetarium show. Learn about the constellations and how the sky changes each season in a 12' tall and 20' wide inflatable ...planetarium.
One show each day at 1:00 pm. Arrive early and sign in at the front desk. Each show is limited to 25 patrons.
Note: During the program, you will be sitting on the floor inside of the planetarium.
One show each day at 1:00 pm. Arrive early and sign in at the front desk. Each show is limited to 25 patrons.
Note: During the program, you will be sitting on the floor inside of the planetarium.
EPA Stops Illegal Import of Vehicles That Fail to Meet Pollution Standards
March 4, 2014
WASHINGTON –
A Chinese powersports company and its related U.S. distributor have agreed to recall and replace fuel tanks that will better control gasoline vapors in approximately 1,000 vehicles and take other steps to control pollution stemming from the illegal import of over 12,000 recreational vehicles and highway motorcycles. These motor vehicles were manufactured in China and imported without the required certification indicating that emissions would meet federal standards.
CFMOTO Powersports, Inc., (a successor to CFMOTO America, Inc.) based in Plymouth, Minn., and Zhejiang CFMOTO Power Co., Ltd., and Chunfeng Holding Group Co., Ltd., both based in China, will pay a combined civil penalty of $725,000.
“Enforcing emission standards is a critical way we protect clean air for all Americans,” said Cynthia Giles, Assistant Administrator for EPA’s Office of Enforcement and Compliance Assurance. “The upgrades and changes required by today’s settlement will help reduce harmful air pollution that can cause respiratory illnesses, aggravate asthma and lead to smog.
In the settlement, approved today by the Agency’s Environmental Appeals Board, EPA alleges that over 12,000 highway motorcycles and recreational vehicles imported by the companies between 2007 and 2013 were not certified by EPA, as required by the Clean Air Act (CAA), to meet applicable federal emission standards. Of these, EPA found that 993 vehicles had fuel tanks that did not operate properly to control evaporative emissions, or gasoline vapors, and that approximately 1,400 vehicles were imported without proper emission control information labels.
In addition to the penalty, the companies must institute a Recall and Fuel Tank Replacement Program to replace all uncertified fuel tanks with certified ones to prevent any excess gasoline vapors. The companies must also correct the emission control information labels for those vehicles that are still within the control of the companies.
EPA discovered the alleged violations through joint inspections conducted with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Bureau of Customs and Border Protection and through a review of importation documents and other information provided by the companies.
Federal emissions standards for highway motorcycles and recreational vehicles have been in effect since 1977 and 2006, respectively. The CAA prohibits any vehicle or engine from being imported and sold in the United States unless it is covered by an EPA-issued certificate of conformity indicating that the vehicle or engine meets required emission standards
Recreational vehicle and highway motorcycles emit carbon monoxide, a gas that is poisonous at high levels in the air even to healthy people and is especially dangerous to people with heart disease. These vehicles also emit hydrocarbons and nitrogen oxides, which contribute to the formation of ground-level ozone, or smog. Exposure to even low levels of ozone can cause respiratory problems, and repeated exposure can aggravate pre-existing respiratory diseases.
CFMOTO Powersports, Inc. is a Minnesota corporation that holds certificates of conformity and that imports highway motorcycles and recreational vehicles manufactured by Zhejiang CFMoto Power Co., Ltd. and ChunFeng Holding Group Co. Ltd., both Chinese companies. CFMOTO America, Inc. is a now-dissolved Michigan corporation that was the predecessor to CFMOTO Powersports, Inc.
EPA filed an administrative complaint against CFMOTO Powersports in April 2013 and reached agreement on the settlement through an alternative dispute resolution process.
More information on the settlement: http://www2.epa.gov/enforcement/cfmoto-powersports-inc-cfmoto-america-inc-zhejiang-cfmoto-power-co-ltd-and-chunfeng
More information on EPA’s Clean Air Act mobile source enforcement programs: http://www2.epa.gov/enforcement/air-enforcement#mobile
WASHINGTON –
A Chinese powersports company and its related U.S. distributor have agreed to recall and replace fuel tanks that will better control gasoline vapors in approximately 1,000 vehicles and take other steps to control pollution stemming from the illegal import of over 12,000 recreational vehicles and highway motorcycles. These motor vehicles were manufactured in China and imported without the required certification indicating that emissions would meet federal standards.
CFMOTO Powersports, Inc., (a successor to CFMOTO America, Inc.) based in Plymouth, Minn., and Zhejiang CFMOTO Power Co., Ltd., and Chunfeng Holding Group Co., Ltd., both based in China, will pay a combined civil penalty of $725,000.
“Enforcing emission standards is a critical way we protect clean air for all Americans,” said Cynthia Giles, Assistant Administrator for EPA’s Office of Enforcement and Compliance Assurance. “The upgrades and changes required by today’s settlement will help reduce harmful air pollution that can cause respiratory illnesses, aggravate asthma and lead to smog.
In the settlement, approved today by the Agency’s Environmental Appeals Board, EPA alleges that over 12,000 highway motorcycles and recreational vehicles imported by the companies between 2007 and 2013 were not certified by EPA, as required by the Clean Air Act (CAA), to meet applicable federal emission standards. Of these, EPA found that 993 vehicles had fuel tanks that did not operate properly to control evaporative emissions, or gasoline vapors, and that approximately 1,400 vehicles were imported without proper emission control information labels.
In addition to the penalty, the companies must institute a Recall and Fuel Tank Replacement Program to replace all uncertified fuel tanks with certified ones to prevent any excess gasoline vapors. The companies must also correct the emission control information labels for those vehicles that are still within the control of the companies.
EPA discovered the alleged violations through joint inspections conducted with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Bureau of Customs and Border Protection and through a review of importation documents and other information provided by the companies.
Federal emissions standards for highway motorcycles and recreational vehicles have been in effect since 1977 and 2006, respectively. The CAA prohibits any vehicle or engine from being imported and sold in the United States unless it is covered by an EPA-issued certificate of conformity indicating that the vehicle or engine meets required emission standards
Recreational vehicle and highway motorcycles emit carbon monoxide, a gas that is poisonous at high levels in the air even to healthy people and is especially dangerous to people with heart disease. These vehicles also emit hydrocarbons and nitrogen oxides, which contribute to the formation of ground-level ozone, or smog. Exposure to even low levels of ozone can cause respiratory problems, and repeated exposure can aggravate pre-existing respiratory diseases.
CFMOTO Powersports, Inc. is a Minnesota corporation that holds certificates of conformity and that imports highway motorcycles and recreational vehicles manufactured by Zhejiang CFMoto Power Co., Ltd. and ChunFeng Holding Group Co. Ltd., both Chinese companies. CFMOTO America, Inc. is a now-dissolved Michigan corporation that was the predecessor to CFMOTO Powersports, Inc.
EPA filed an administrative complaint against CFMOTO Powersports in April 2013 and reached agreement on the settlement through an alternative dispute resolution process.
More information on the settlement: http://www2.epa.gov/enforcement/cfmoto-powersports-inc-cfmoto-america-inc-zhejiang-cfmoto-power-co-ltd-and-chunfeng
More information on EPA’s Clean Air Act mobile source enforcement programs: http://www2.epa.gov/enforcement/air-enforcement#mobile
2014 Maryland State Police Polar Bear Plunge Date Is Set
(ANNAPOLIS, MD) – Another snowstorm and record-setting cold will seem a distant memory on the Polar Bear Plunge make-up day this weekend, predicted to be the warmest day of the week.
The 2014 Maryland State Police Polar Bear Plunge for Special Olympics has been rescheduled for this Saturday, March 8, 2014, at Sandy Point State Park in Annapolis. The original Plunge set for January 25th had to be postponed due to treacherous ice on the beach and dangerous, frostbite-inducing winds.
Fortunately, the forecast predicts an outstanding weather day this Saturday, with temperatures in the 50’s. For those concerned about getting the full Plunge experience, there is no need to worry. The Chesapeake Bay water temperature is still expected to be in the mid-30’s.
The Plunge has been rescheduled due to the many requests of dedicated people who just can’t make it another year without their Plunge fun. Special Olympics Maryland and the Plunge organizing team are happy to accommodate and appreciate the commitment of the thousands of people who return each year to participate.
A kids/family plunge will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday. General plunges will be held at 12:00 p.m., 1:00 p.m., and 2:00 p.m. Participants will get a plunge meal and a commemorative sweatshirt, as well as the great feeling of knowing the money they raised will go to support year-round, free-of-charge, sports training and competition for children and adults with intellectual disabilities who are a part of Special Olympics Maryland.
Plungefest will be scaled back on Saturday, but there will still be live music and a number of vendors on-site. Those interested in plunging can still collect the minimum of $75 required to Plunge and can register at the park on Saturday. Shuttle service will be operating. All the details can be found at www.plungemd.com.
So why not stick a finger in the eye of Old Man Winter and show him you won’t be intimidated? Join thousands of others for a fun day in the warmest temperatures we’ve seen in a long time and help support a great cause. We hope to see you on the beach at Sandy Point this Saturday!
Commencement of Full-Service Mission Operation of the New AgustaWestland AW 139 Helicopter
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MEDIA ADVISORY: STATE POLICE TO MARK FULL-SERVICE MISSION OPERATION OF NEW AW-139 HELICOPTER IN SALISBURY
(EASTON, MD) -- Maryland State Police Superintendent Colonel Marcus L. Brown will join Dr. Richard Alcorta, Acting Co-Executive Director of the Maryland Institute for Emergency Medical Services System and other state and local officials at the Aviation Command’s Salisbury Section to officially mark the commencement of full-service mission operation of the new AgustaWestland AW 139 helicopter to be deployed in Salisbury. The pilots and flight paramedics who staff “Trooper 4” have now been fully trained on the new aircraft. They have begun flying the new helicopter around the clock on all Aviation Command missions.
WHAT:
MARYLAND STATE POLICE ‘TROOPER 4’ MARKS COMMENCEMENT OF FULL-SERVICE OPS IN AW-139
WHEN: WEDNESDAY, MARCH 5, 2014, 1:00 P.M.
WHERE:
MARYLAND STATE POLICE AVIATION COMMAND
SALISBURY SECTION
SALISBURY - WICOMICO AIRPORT
5286 LEER JET WAY
SALISBURY, MD 21804
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Mr.Stan Finch will be formally recognized as the 2013 Pilot of the Year at the MSPAC Salisbury Section AW139 helicopter ribbon cutting ceremony.
Tuesday, March 4, 2014
Watch Out For This Netflix “tech support” Scam
A security researcher has found a new twist on the traditional security hoodwink.
"Combining a phishing scam with a fake tech support call center is something that I'd never seen before," the Malwarebytes senior security researcher told Wired.co.uk. A video of the find shows Segura trying to enter a fake Netflix login on the streaming service's homepage, only to be presented with a notice telling him the account has been suspended, and telling him to call a fake tech support number.
He dutifully called up and was asked to download "Netflix Support Software"—really the remote control software TeamViewer, which allowed the scammer access to his system. Once he had hopped on, the hacker told Segura he'd been hacked. In fact, the scammer said he'd been hacked nine times, with one coming from Serbia, four from Russia, three from China, and one from Italy. It's all part of a tactic to instill fear and get the user to comply, explains Segura. Like when the helpful voice on the other end of the phone showed him a scan of apparent hacker activity—which was really just custom-made Windows batch script.
"By running their own tool, which looks authentic, the crooks can detect 'problems' that do not exist," says Segura. "Finally, showing those scan results adds to the fear factor, as well as creating a sense of urgency to fix the issue."
As well as scraping plenty of personal information from Segura's system, including a file named "banking 2013," the scammers continued by attempting to secure a payment of $389.97 (with a generous $50 Netflix discount) for Microsoft support to fix the problem. (He was repeatedly told that the problem happened because his security software is not up to scratch).
Then comes a little "fixing" after the call is passed on to a technician. This time, it's designed to induce the victim's comfort—"I can also see that these hackers were trying to access some of your personal information like documents and pictures. Do you have any pictures?" asked the helpful hacker, before proceeding to recover them for him.
Perhaps the most bizarre and unusual part, the "Microsoft technician" asked Segura to hold up a photo ID with his credit card information, because they are doing the transaction over the Internet and Microsoft wants to make sure he's the cardholder.
"The Neftlix theme was well thought out—from the suspended account ploy to the discount coupon if you agree to fix the issue, the bad guys have planned their approach in detail," Segura tells us. "Requesting a photo ID, as well as a snapshot of my credit card, was completely novel too. Despite being the untrustworthy ones, it is ironic they are trying to make sure the mark is not playing them. Aside from the fact that it is creepy, it creates a huge identity theft risk."
READ MORE/ VIDEO....
Larry Hogan for Governor - WE CAN WIN!
Are you SNOWED UNDER and SICK & TIRED of politics as usual? Join our campaign to DIG OUT MARYLAND and SHOVEL THE MESS of the O'Malley-Brown administration to the curb!
WE CAN WIN!
Dear Pocomoke,
Three years ago, I launched a non-partisan grassroots organization called Change Maryland to bring desperately-needed fiscal restraint and common sense to Annapolis.
Because of you, our grassroots army has grown to over 80,000 Republicans, Democrats, and Independents who are FED UP with the politicians in Annapolis who are not only not addressing the very serious problems we face but are actually making them worse! We must hold our elected officials accountable!
Maryland’s so-called leaders have increased spending by more than a billion dollars every single year since the O’Malley-Brown Administration took office. Yes, you read that correctly. While your family has lived within a sensible budget, the powers-that-be have increased spending by a billion dollars every single year!
Massive spending hikes have to be paid for by YOU. And me. And every other hard-working, tax-paying Marylander. We were all forced to cough up our hard-earned dollars to fund their reckless spending sprees!
It’s no wonder a majority of Marylanders, regardless of party -- are finally ready to say enough is enough!
I am a candidate for Governor of Maryland and need your immediate help to wrest control of our state government from an out-of-touch monopoly.
The Annapolis establishment assumed this election was a choice between the number 2 and number 3 incumbents in the current administration. If they think our only choice is to either promote the Lt. Governor or the Attorney General. They are wrong!
That’s not what Maryland wants. After years of failed one-party rule, Marylanders are demanding real change in Annapolis -- and neither one of those career politicians is capable of delivering it.
I WILL BRING THE CHANGE TO MARYLAND WE NEED!
Only 31% of likely general election voters want to continue in the same direction. 56% want a dramatic change of leadership in Annapolis -- and that’s exactly what we are going to give them.
Early internal polling shows we are the only serious challenge to the establishment. We have a 30% better chance to beat Brown than Gansler does, and a 36% better chance than Ehrlich had in 2002.
TOGETHER, WE CAN WIN!
I will need your strong early support. You are one of our first supporters and I am honored to have you on my team.
Your strong early support in the amount of $35, $50, $100, $250, $500, $1,000, or whatever you can contribute will help create much-needed momentum in these early days and show the entrenched Annapolis politicians that we are serious about change.
CLICK HERE TO DONATE TODAY!
TOGETHER, WE WILL CHANGE MARYLAND!
With Maryland already struggling with the fourth highest tax burden in the nation, the O’Malley-Brown Administration decided the best course of action was MORE TAXES and since taking office, O'Malley-Brown pushed through 40 consecutive tax hikes -- the largest tax increases in Maryland history.
These ill-advised tax hikes continue to have dire consequences for our state:
TOGETHER, WE WILL CHANGE MARYLAND!
With Maryland already struggling with the fourth highest tax burden in the nation, the O’Malley-Brown Administration decided the best course of action was MORE TAXES and since taking office, O'Malley-Brown pushed through 40 consecutive tax hikes -- the largest tax increases in Maryland history.
These ill-advised tax hikes continue to have dire consequences for our state:
- 31,000 taxpayers left Maryland for better opportunities elsewhere
- 6,500 job creators closed up shop in Maryland
- Over 200,000 Marylanders ended up unemployed -- an increase of 100% in unemployment!
At this point, this is about more than politics. This is about Maryland’s future and if we stay on this dangerous tax and spend path, our future is not looking bright.
As a life-long Marylander who loves this state, I believe that we are way off track, heading in the wrong direction, and that our very economic future is at stake. I have spent a lifetime challenging the status quo, fighting against tax increases and wasteful spending, fighting to reform government, and to make Maryland a better place.
Now, as a candidate for Governor, I am bringing my message right to the voters.
I am not a politician. I am businessman and former cabinet secretary who has spent decades working to change Maryland for the better. My message transcends politics because it is rooted in common sense.
As Governor, my focus will be on jobs, middle class taxpayers, and restoring Maryland’s economy. It is time to get our fiscal house in order, and I will not be afraid to make the tough decisions because state government cannot be all things to all people all the time.
That’s not how state government works! It’s certainly not working for Maryland as evidenced by the mass exodus of people and businesses who could no longer afford to stay here.
You can rest assured that every decision I make will be put to a simple test: Will this law or action make it easier for families and job creators to stay in Maryland -- and will it make more people want to come here?
If something crosses my desk as Governor that doesn’t pass this test, I will VETO it.
In order to secure a bright future for Maryland, I will need the strong early support of committed people like you. Together, we will fight back and bring some much-needed fiscal restraint and common sense to Annapolis.
In order to run a competitive campaign, we must run a smart, efficient campaign that is dependent on grassroots contributors like you. To make your contribution go even farther, we have decided to participate in matching funds.
Because of the matching, your individual contribution will be matched on a 12:1 basis -- a contribution of $100 will become $1,240 and a contribution of $250 will become $3,100. A couple who contributes $500 will provide us with a much-needed $6,200!
I want to make it perfectly clear. These matching funds are NOT TAXPAYER DOLLARS. Instead, the fund consists of voluntary donations and compounding interest designed to level the playing field and allow grassroots campaigns like ours to compete against the millions in special interest money.
This is grassroots fundraising at its best. In order to qualify, we need to raise $258,612.42 as soon as possible in individual contributions of $250 or less, or contributions from married couples of $500.
CLICK HERE TO DONATE TODAY!
Your strong early support will not only help us reach that threshold but also help me increase my name recognition around the state. As I noted, early polling suggests I am the only candidate with a chance of defeating the O’Malley-Brown-Gansler regime and what we do in these early weeks will prove crucial to our success.
The real question in this historic election is this: What do we want in our next Governor?
Do we want someone who is part of problem? Or someone who will be part of the solution?
As Founder, President, and CEO of The Hogan Companies, a leader in economic development for 25 years, I have brought hundreds of businesses and thousands of jobs to Maryland. I know what it takes to create jobs and lure businesses here. Hint: it’s not higher taxes and burdensome regulations.
From 2003 to 2007, I took a leave from my company to serve in Governor Ehrlich’s Cabinet so I understand state government and know what it will take to solve our state’s problems. It’s time to bring integrity back to Annapolis. If elected, I will fight for more truthfulness, more transparency, and tougher ethics and disclosure laws.
This is not political rhetoric. How can it be? I am not a politician.
I’m not running to be something, I’m running to DO something.
An informed electorate, an honest and open debate of the issues, and the competition of a healthy and strong two-party system are essential to good government and it’s what Maryland so desperately needs.
Up until my recent campaign announcement, the arrogant monopoly in Annapolis just expected another coronation in November. They have the power of the incumbency and special interest money on their side …But I have you.
And over 80,000 other Marylanders who are FED UP, too.
Please stand strong with us by contributing $35, $50, $100, $250, $500, $1,000, or some other amount today so that we can put the arrogant monopoly in Annapolis on notice that we are going to give them the toughest fight of their lives?
Remember, individual contributions of up to $250 will be matched on a 12 to 1 basis!
CLICK HERE TO DONATE TODAY!
Taking on the Annapolis elite won’t be easy -- or cheap -- but with your strong early support, we will connect with the voters and change direction for Maryland.
TOGETHER, WE CAN TURN MARYLAND AROUND!
Sincerely,
Larry Hogan
As a life-long Marylander who loves this state, I believe that we are way off track, heading in the wrong direction, and that our very economic future is at stake. I have spent a lifetime challenging the status quo, fighting against tax increases and wasteful spending, fighting to reform government, and to make Maryland a better place.
Now, as a candidate for Governor, I am bringing my message right to the voters.
I am not a politician. I am businessman and former cabinet secretary who has spent decades working to change Maryland for the better. My message transcends politics because it is rooted in common sense.
As Governor, my focus will be on jobs, middle class taxpayers, and restoring Maryland’s economy. It is time to get our fiscal house in order, and I will not be afraid to make the tough decisions because state government cannot be all things to all people all the time.
That’s not how state government works! It’s certainly not working for Maryland as evidenced by the mass exodus of people and businesses who could no longer afford to stay here.
You can rest assured that every decision I make will be put to a simple test: Will this law or action make it easier for families and job creators to stay in Maryland -- and will it make more people want to come here?
If something crosses my desk as Governor that doesn’t pass this test, I will VETO it.
In order to secure a bright future for Maryland, I will need the strong early support of committed people like you. Together, we will fight back and bring some much-needed fiscal restraint and common sense to Annapolis.
In order to run a competitive campaign, we must run a smart, efficient campaign that is dependent on grassroots contributors like you. To make your contribution go even farther, we have decided to participate in matching funds.
Because of the matching, your individual contribution will be matched on a 12:1 basis -- a contribution of $100 will become $1,240 and a contribution of $250 will become $3,100. A couple who contributes $500 will provide us with a much-needed $6,200!
I want to make it perfectly clear. These matching funds are NOT TAXPAYER DOLLARS. Instead, the fund consists of voluntary donations and compounding interest designed to level the playing field and allow grassroots campaigns like ours to compete against the millions in special interest money.
This is grassroots fundraising at its best. In order to qualify, we need to raise $258,612.42 as soon as possible in individual contributions of $250 or less, or contributions from married couples of $500.
CLICK HERE TO DONATE TODAY!
Your strong early support will not only help us reach that threshold but also help me increase my name recognition around the state. As I noted, early polling suggests I am the only candidate with a chance of defeating the O’Malley-Brown-Gansler regime and what we do in these early weeks will prove crucial to our success.
The real question in this historic election is this: What do we want in our next Governor?
Do we want someone who is part of problem? Or someone who will be part of the solution?
As Founder, President, and CEO of The Hogan Companies, a leader in economic development for 25 years, I have brought hundreds of businesses and thousands of jobs to Maryland. I know what it takes to create jobs and lure businesses here. Hint: it’s not higher taxes and burdensome regulations.
From 2003 to 2007, I took a leave from my company to serve in Governor Ehrlich’s Cabinet so I understand state government and know what it will take to solve our state’s problems. It’s time to bring integrity back to Annapolis. If elected, I will fight for more truthfulness, more transparency, and tougher ethics and disclosure laws.
This is not political rhetoric. How can it be? I am not a politician.
I’m not running to be something, I’m running to DO something.
An informed electorate, an honest and open debate of the issues, and the competition of a healthy and strong two-party system are essential to good government and it’s what Maryland so desperately needs.
Up until my recent campaign announcement, the arrogant monopoly in Annapolis just expected another coronation in November. They have the power of the incumbency and special interest money on their side …But I have you.
And over 80,000 other Marylanders who are FED UP, too.
Please stand strong with us by contributing $35, $50, $100, $250, $500, $1,000, or some other amount today so that we can put the arrogant monopoly in Annapolis on notice that we are going to give them the toughest fight of their lives?
Remember, individual contributions of up to $250 will be matched on a 12 to 1 basis!
CLICK HERE TO DONATE TODAY!
Taking on the Annapolis elite won’t be easy -- or cheap -- but with your strong early support, we will connect with the voters and change direction for Maryland.
TOGETHER, WE CAN TURN MARYLAND AROUND!
Sincerely,
Larry Hogan
Monday, March 3, 2014
Pocomoke City Police Ask Motorists To Please Stay Off Roads
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POCOMOKE CITY POLICE DEPARTMENT
(facebook)
Pocomoke City Police Chief Kelvin Sewell would like to remind everyone that as temperatures drop to below freezing conditions, the roads are going to become very icy and dangerous.
Please stay off of the roads if at all possible!
**Reminder: All Worcester County schools are closed tomorrow March 4, 2014.**
A & N Electric Cooperative ~ BEAT THE PEAK
(facebook)
Beat the Peak:
Tuesday March 4th, 6-8 a.m.
Tuesday March 4th, 6-8 a.m.
Why: We're "beating the peak" tomorrow morning because of the record breaking cold! During times of peak energy use your co-op pays a premium price for energy.
By reducing how much energy you are using in your home, you can lower your co-op's energy costs.
Because A & N Electric Cooperative is member owned, those savings are passed on to you.
What To Do During a Fall/Winter "Beat the Peak"
What Should I do?
To lower your energy consumption during the alert period, please turn off any unnecessary lights and delay using appliances like your dishwasher or washing machine.
Turning the thermostat down a few degrees can also significantly lower how much energy you are using.
Pocomoke Mayor and Council Meeting Rescheduled
The Pocomoke City Mayor and Council meeting scheduled for tonight has been rescheduled for
Monday, March 10, 2014 at 7:30 PM.
Mayor Bruce Morrison
Maryland State Police Aviation Command Will Also Recognize 2013 Pilot of the Year
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The Maryland State Police Aviation Command's rescheduled ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the new helicopter assigned to the Salisbury Section will be Wednesday, 3/5/14 at 1pm.
Speakers will include Col. Marcus Brown, MSP Superintendent, Dr. Richard Alcorta, State EMS Medical Director, Delegate Norman Conway, District 38B, Mayor Rick Meehan, Town of Ocean City, and a patient/survivor.
Mr. Stan Finch, 2013 Pilot of the Year, will also be recognized.
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MARYLAND STATE POLICE AVIATION COMMAND ANNOUNCES
2013 PILOT OF THE YEAR
Mr. William S. “Stan” Finch, Jr.
(MIDDLE RIVER, MD) -- The Maryland State Police Aviation Command (MSPAC) has selected Mr. William S. “Stan” Finch, Jr. as the 2013 Pilot of the Year. Mr. Finch is assigned to the Salisbury Aviation Section based at the Salisbury-Ocean City Wicomico Regional Airport. He was selected by his peers for this annual award based on proven performance, dedication, and commitment to the MSPAC mission.
Mr. Finch has been a member of the Maryland State Police Aviation Command for over 30 years. During his tenure he has served as an Aviation Trauma Technician (precursor to Flight Paramedic), Pilot, Sergeant, Instructor Pilot and Civilian Pilot. In 2013 he was named the Lead Instructor Pilot for the statewide transition into the new, state of the art, AW139 multi-mission helicopter. In this role he was responsible for drafting a Training Syllabus and Training Manual in compliance with FAA guidelines. Mr. Finch then coordinated and supervised the training of pilots on the new AW139 helicopter. As a result of his tireless work and dedication to duty, MSPAC has transitioned the first three Sections into the new helicopter with the fourth transition session beginning next week. Thanks to Mr. Finch’s efforts across the state, MSPAC continues to serve the State of Maryland with the most advanced and capable multi-mission helicopter available. It is the highlight of his 40 years of dedication to Maryland.
Personal Background
Name: William S. “Stan” Finch, Jr.
Assignment: Instructor Pilot – Salisbury Aviation Section
History: Over 40 years of service to the MSP; 25 years as a Trooper/Pilot and 15 years as Civilian Pilot. Over 30 years of service to Pocomoke Volunteer Fire Company.
Hobbies: NASCAR, Hunting and driving to Marshall University.
Family: Resides in Pocomoke, Worcester County with his wife Cathy.
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Congratulations Stan!!!
Closings~ Delays Monday March 3, 2014 UPDATED
3/3/14
Closings and Delays
Eastern Shore Auto Body, Body Shop & Accessories Store closed at Noon today. But its tow truck is still running
24 hr. towing at 710-0499
Accomac Optometric, Onley closed at 12 Noon. Listen to WESR tomorrow for opening information
Onancock Building, Eastville & Onancock, closed at 12:30
Accomack Juvenile & Domestic Relations Court closed Tuesday
E.S.Printers closed today
Division of Rehabilitative Services closed today
McCaleb-Metzler Insurance closed at 12 Noon
Accomack & Northampton County Health Departments closed at 10:15 AM today
The Main Library in Accomac & the Northampton Branches closed at 10 AM. Island Library closed today. Cape Charles Memorial Library closed at noon
Associated Insurance Centers closed at 1 PM
Book Bin closed today at 11:30 AM
Central Shore Lions Club meeting tonight canceled
Perdue Monday's third shift tonight, please contact your supervisor. First Shift on Tuesday will have a 2 hour delay
ESO Art Center, Belle Haven, closed today
E.S.A.A.A. closed today
Hare Valley Senior Center closed today
Perdue- No second shift today
24 hr. towing at 710-0499
Accomac Optometric, Onley closed at 12 Noon. Listen to WESR tomorrow for opening information
Onancock Building, Eastville & Onancock, closed at 12:30
Accomack Juvenile & Domestic Relations Court closed Tuesday
E.S.Printers closed today
Division of Rehabilitative Services closed today
McCaleb-Metzler Insurance closed at 12 Noon
Accomack & Northampton County Health Departments closed at 10:15 AM today
The Main Library in Accomac & the Northampton Branches closed at 10 AM. Island Library closed today. Cape Charles Memorial Library closed at noon
Associated Insurance Centers closed at 1 PM
Book Bin closed today at 11:30 AM
Central Shore Lions Club meeting tonight canceled
Perdue Monday's third shift tonight, please contact your supervisor. First Shift on Tuesday will have a 2 hour delay
ESO Art Center, Belle Haven, closed today
E.S.A.A.A. closed today
Hare Valley Senior Center closed today
Perdue- No second shift today
Boys & Girls Club closed today
Belle Haven United Methodist Women's Pancake Supper has been postponed to Thursday, March 13th at 5 PM
E.S. Chiropractic, Belle Haven, Closed today
Veterans Services, Accomac, closed today
E.S.Center for Independent Living closed today
Hospice Grief Support Meetings canceled today
NASA Federal Credit Union, Oak Hall, closed today
Northampton County Circuit Court closed today
Accomack County Circuit Clerks office closed
E.S.Animal closing at 1 PM today
Atlantic Hospital, Accomac, closing at 10 AM
Tyson's Night Shift Department will not work
Adult Probation & Parole office for Accomack & Northampton Counties closed today
Town of Exmore's Council meeting canceled today and will be held Monday, March 10th. Also the town office will close at 12 Noon
Accomack District Court open today
Kerr Place, Onancock, closed today
Garry Drummond Insurance, Nelsonia, closed today
Northampton County Offices closing at noon today
Runninger's Pharmacy, Parksley, closed today
Accomack County offices closing at 10 AM
NMA Credit Union in Parksley closing at 10:30 this morning
NMA Credit Union, Cape Charles closing by Noon today
NMA Credit Union, Exmore, Closed today
H & R Block, Onley, closed today
Star Transit Green & Orange Routes will be ending at Noon today
The remaining routes will have their last run by 2:30 today
Tabernacle Baptist Church, Horntown, postponed its council meeting tonight until next Monday night, March 10th
USI Insurance, Exmore, closing at 11 AM
E.S. Community Services board closing at 11 AM today
Wallops Flight Facility is Closed today to all noncritical non-emergency personnel; only essential personnel on file with the Wallops Security office will be admitted to Wallops. Employees should continue to monitor 824-1000 for the latest status
The USDA Service Center, Accomac will close at 10 AM
Waterford Printing will be closing at Noon today
Accomack Juvenile & Domestic Relations Court canceled today Will let us know the status for tomorrow
All PNC branches closing at 11 AM
Due to the predicted inclement weather for the Eastern Shore, the Accomack County School Board announces that all superintendent search interviews and meetings that were scheduled with Hazard, Young, Attea, & Associates
(HYA), today, Monday, March 3 and tomorrow Tuesday, March 4 are rescheduled for next Monday, March 10 and Tuesday March 11.
Cub Scout Pack 300 at Grace United Methodist Church has been canceled tonight
DMV, Onancock, closed today
Belle Croft,Accomac, and Volney Hall Pre-Schools closing at Noon today
Hall-Richardson Insurance closing at 11 AM
Market Street United Methodist Church,Onancock, canceled Monday Yoga Class, Praise & Worship Committee Meeting and Drive-by Ashes on Wednesday, March 5th due to the Pastor's illness
Accomack & Northampton County NAACP meeting tonight at New Mt. Zion Baptist Church, Painter
canceled
Cub Scout Pack 314, Exmore, canceled its meeting tonight
Attitudes Fitness Class, Onancock, canceled tonight
Bingo at the Elks Lodge, Accomac, canceled
Eastville Town Council Meeting tonight has been postponed until a later date
Coast Guard Auxiliary B.S. & S. Class canceled tonight at Captain's Cove Marina Club in Greenbackville
E.S.Rural Health Centers closing at noon today
2A Court Service Unit, Accomack & Northampton Couties closing at 12 today
The Chincoteague Town Council Meeting Scheduled for tonight, Monday, March 3rd, has been postponed until Wednesday, March 5, 2014 at 7 PM
All Shore Bank branches closing at 11:30 today
Bank Coffee House, Onancock, closing at 11:30 today
E.S.Physians & Surgeons closing at 1:30 today. Will open tomorrow at 10 AM weather permitting
Suntrust Bank, Painter & Onancock closed. Suntrust Bank in Cheriton closing at Noon
Town of Onley's Council Meeting is postponed until March 13th.
H & R, Belle Haven, closing at Noon today
Northampton General District Court closing at 11:30 today
Accomack General District Court closing at 11:30 today
Riverside Gastroenterology Specialist closing at 12 Noon today. Will open tomorrow at 10 AM Weather permitting
Riverside Surgical Specialist closing at 12 Noon today. Will have a late opening tomorrow at 10AM weather permitting
Sharp Energy, Belle Haven, closing at 12:30
All BB & T branches closed. Please listen tomorrow about opening time
Riverside Metompkin Medical Center Closing at 12 Noon. Will open tomorrow at 10 AM
Merrill Lynch, Accomac, closing at 12 Noon today
Eastern Shore YMCA closing at 1 PM
E.S. Community College, Melfa, closed today
Boys & Girls Club closed today
Belle Haven United Methodist Women's Pancake Supper has been postponed to Thursday, March 13th at 5 PM
E.S. Chiropractic, Belle Haven, Closed today
Veterans Services, Accomac, closed today
E.S. Center for Independent Living closed today
Hospice Grief Support Meetings canceled today
NASA Federal Credit Union, Oak Hall, closed today
Northampton County Circuit Court closed today
Accomack County Circuit Clerks office closed
E.S.Animal Hospital, Belle Haven, closing at 1 PM todayShore Christian Academy closed Monday
Broadwater Academy closed
Holly Grove Christian School, Westover closed
Project Headstart in Accomack & Northampton Counties closed today
St. Paul on the Shore, Hallwood, closed today
Accomack County Schools closed today
Northampton County Schools Closed today
Central Baptist Academy closed today
Onley Pre-School closed today
ESO Art Center, Belle Haven, closed today
E.S.A.A.A. closed today
Hare Valley Senior Center closed today
No Limits closed today
Perdue- No second shift today
Sunday, March 2, 2014
Winter Storm Warning For DelMarVa
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EXPECT TO SEE CONDITIONS DETERIORATE AS THE RAIN THAT STARTS TONIGHT WILL TRANSITION TO A PERIOD OF SLEET BEFORE IT TURNS TO ALL SNOW.
EXPECT ACCUMULATIONS FROM 4-12+ INCHES OF SNOW.
DRIVING CONDITIONS WILL BE HAZARDOUS...
TIME MACHINE ... 1935, 1957, 1941, 1891, 1895
(Reader Friendly Viewing Of Newspaper Archive Material)
January, 1935
The Daily News (Frederick, Md.)
CREDITORS TO MEET
Management Committee To Be Named For Harrlson Nurseries.
Snow Hill, Md. Jan. 4. —A general meeting of all creditors of the Harrison Nurseries, at Berlin, Md, will be held in the courthouse here on Tuesday when a management committee will take over the affairs of the company. Permanent plans for conducting the business for the next three years will be made. The committee will be composed of representatives of the family, of bondholders, unsecured creditors, and of the Union Trust Company of Baltimore.
It was stated by interested parties here that many conditions have combined to injure the business of the nursery. Founded more than thirty years ago, it is one of the largest nurseries existing. Four hundred men are currently employed, and during spring and summer months the total reaches 700.
March, 1957 (Time Machine archive)
With the dualization of the nine mile stretch of U.S. 13 from just north of Princess Anne to Salisbury completed, plans were in the works to dualize the stretch from Pocomoke City to Princess Anne. By-passes for Pocomoke and Princess Anne were also being planned. 1956 saw the completion of a new railway overpass near Pocomoke that replaced a dangerous Route 13 grade crossing.
Digging out tons of sand and gravel for the overpass created a quite sizeable man-made body of water, perhaps about a quarter of a mile across, just to the east of the overpass. This became known as Merrill's Beach and with the help of one of Pocomoke City's civic organizations it was maintained for a number of years as a popular local swimming and bathing area. Merrill's Beach eventually had to close because Health Department water standards could not be maintained.
November, 1941
(Hagerstown Daily Mail- Hagerstown, Md.)
Force Of Shuckers Reduced By Strike
CRISFIELD, Md., Nov. 19.- The oyster packing industry in this "seafood capital" of Maryland's Eastern Shore operated on a greatly curtailed basis Tuesday as more than 600 unionized oyster shuckers continued on strike for the second day.
The walkout reduced the forces of the 27 packing plants by an estimated 75 percent, but some operated with skeleton crews and one leading seafood packer said that pre-Thanksgiving rush orders already had been filled.
Local 19600, United Oystermen's Union (AFL) , called the strike on Monday after packing house operators failed to sign a labor contract by the Sunday night deadline.
June, 1891
(Peninsula Enterprise- Accomac Court House)
Greenbackville- Mr. John Bishop and Miss Eva Derickson, both of Chincoteague Island, were married at the State line on the night of the 6th inst., by the Rev. R.S. Williamson. The arrival of a runaway couple after night, in our quiet village, for the purposes of being made "one," created some little excitement on the streets.
Footnote: For many decades couples would come to the Virginia-Maryland state line near Pocomoke City to be married, where Maryland's age requirements for marriage were less restrictive then Virginia's. At one time there were said to be three "marriage trees" at the site under which the marriage ceremonies were performed.
In 1937 the Maryland State Roads Commission placed a historic marker just off Route 13 with the inscription: "Boundary Line Maryland-Virginia. 500 feet East of this point near the Boundary Stone is a large white gum, one of the old Marriage Trees under which Virginia and Maryland couples married."
To PPE commenter Slim: Didn't you attempt to find this location when we originally posted an article about it? What were your findings?
November, 1895
(The Free Lance- Fredericksburg, Va.)
(Excerpt)
The Margaret Academy, the chief institution of learning on the Eastern Shore (of Virginia), is located at Onancock. Mr. Frank B. Brent is the able principal, and he has associated with him a fine corps of teachers. This school was established in 1807, and is under the supervision of a board of trustees composed of prominent citizens of the two counties. It has 150 students this session, and is in a flourishing condition.
From the beautiful grounds of the Academy can be seen the handsome old estate, "Only," the home of that fine Virginia politician and statesman, Henry A. Wise, at the time he was elected governor of the state.
Footnotes:
The Margaret Academy chartered in 1756 was built near Bobtown. When it was closed Onancock School got the title in July 22, 1893.
The Eastern shore (of Virginia) has had one Governor, Henry A. Wise of old Only on Onancock Creek.
Footnotes Source: GHOTES -Genealogy & Historie Of The Eastern Shore (of Virginia.)
Do you have a local memory to share with PPE readers.. such as a big snow storm, a favorite school teacher, a local happening, something of interest your parents or grandparents told you about? It can be just a line or two, or more if you wish. Send to tkforppe@yahoo.com and watch for it on a future TIME MACHINE posting!
January, 1935
The Daily News (Frederick, Md.)
CREDITORS TO MEET
Management Committee To Be Named For Harrlson Nurseries.
Snow Hill, Md. Jan. 4. —A general meeting of all creditors of the Harrison Nurseries, at Berlin, Md, will be held in the courthouse here on Tuesday when a management committee will take over the affairs of the company. Permanent plans for conducting the business for the next three years will be made. The committee will be composed of representatives of the family, of bondholders, unsecured creditors, and of the Union Trust Company of Baltimore.
It was stated by interested parties here that many conditions have combined to injure the business of the nursery. Founded more than thirty years ago, it is one of the largest nurseries existing. Four hundred men are currently employed, and during spring and summer months the total reaches 700.
March, 1957 (Time Machine archive)
With the dualization of the nine mile stretch of U.S. 13 from just north of Princess Anne to Salisbury completed, plans were in the works to dualize the stretch from Pocomoke City to Princess Anne. By-passes for Pocomoke and Princess Anne were also being planned. 1956 saw the completion of a new railway overpass near Pocomoke that replaced a dangerous Route 13 grade crossing.
Digging out tons of sand and gravel for the overpass created a quite sizeable man-made body of water, perhaps about a quarter of a mile across, just to the east of the overpass. This became known as Merrill's Beach and with the help of one of Pocomoke City's civic organizations it was maintained for a number of years as a popular local swimming and bathing area. Merrill's Beach eventually had to close because Health Department water standards could not be maintained.
November, 1941
(Hagerstown Daily Mail- Hagerstown, Md.)
Force Of Shuckers Reduced By Strike
CRISFIELD, Md., Nov. 19.- The oyster packing industry in this "seafood capital" of Maryland's Eastern Shore operated on a greatly curtailed basis Tuesday as more than 600 unionized oyster shuckers continued on strike for the second day.
The walkout reduced the forces of the 27 packing plants by an estimated 75 percent, but some operated with skeleton crews and one leading seafood packer said that pre-Thanksgiving rush orders already had been filled.
Local 19600, United Oystermen's Union (AFL) , called the strike on Monday after packing house operators failed to sign a labor contract by the Sunday night deadline.
June, 1891
(Peninsula Enterprise- Accomac Court House)
Greenbackville- Mr. John Bishop and Miss Eva Derickson, both of Chincoteague Island, were married at the State line on the night of the 6th inst., by the Rev. R.S. Williamson. The arrival of a runaway couple after night, in our quiet village, for the purposes of being made "one," created some little excitement on the streets.
Footnote: For many decades couples would come to the Virginia-Maryland state line near Pocomoke City to be married, where Maryland's age requirements for marriage were less restrictive then Virginia's. At one time there were said to be three "marriage trees" at the site under which the marriage ceremonies were performed.
In 1937 the Maryland State Roads Commission placed a historic marker just off Route 13 with the inscription: "Boundary Line Maryland-Virginia. 500 feet East of this point near the Boundary Stone is a large white gum, one of the old Marriage Trees under which Virginia and Maryland couples married."
To PPE commenter Slim: Didn't you attempt to find this location when we originally posted an article about it? What were your findings?
November, 1895
(The Free Lance- Fredericksburg, Va.)
(Excerpt)
The Margaret Academy, the chief institution of learning on the Eastern Shore (of Virginia), is located at Onancock. Mr. Frank B. Brent is the able principal, and he has associated with him a fine corps of teachers. This school was established in 1807, and is under the supervision of a board of trustees composed of prominent citizens of the two counties. It has 150 students this session, and is in a flourishing condition.
From the beautiful grounds of the Academy can be seen the handsome old estate, "Only," the home of that fine Virginia politician and statesman, Henry A. Wise, at the time he was elected governor of the state.
Footnotes:
The Margaret Academy chartered in 1756 was built near Bobtown. When it was closed Onancock School got the title in July 22, 1893.
The Eastern shore (of Virginia) has had one Governor, Henry A. Wise of old Only on Onancock Creek.
Footnotes Source: GHOTES -Genealogy & Historie Of The Eastern Shore (of Virginia.)
Do you have a local memory to share with PPE readers.. such as a big snow storm, a favorite school teacher, a local happening, something of interest your parents or grandparents told you about? It can be just a line or two, or more if you wish. Send to tkforppe@yahoo.com and watch for it on a future TIME MACHINE posting!
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