Time Machine preview

This Sunday here at The Pocomoke Public Eye: 

1906 ..    

1960  ..  Ranking the 30 top records of the week-

1975  ..  

1963  ..          

                        

1898  ..  A cotton factory for Pocomoke City?

1919  ..  

Plus local history author Jim Duffy's TV segment on the summer travel tax proposal of the 1820's.

Roadblock

 

      (Shore Daily News)

A tractor trailer overturned on Route 13 in Northampton County near Capeville early Thursday.  The driver wasn't injured.  No word on the cause.

(Updated) Serious Route 12 crash

 

(6/29 Update)

The driver from Temperanceville passed away Wednesday.

 (Edited from WBOC info, 6/28)

Maryland State Police are investigating the cause of a car crash Tuesday that left one man dead and a woman in serious condition.

Troopers arrived to the area of MD 12 south of the Wicomico/Worcester County line around 5:15pm for a reported two vehicle crash. Investigations revealed the victim, Joshua Xavier Capra, 23, of Salisbury was traveling northbound on RT 12 when he crossed the center line into the southbound lane striking another car driven by Emani Press, 21, of Temperanceville.

Capra was pronounced dead at the scene. Press was transported to Tidal Health in Salisbury with life threatening injuries.

Any witnesses to the crash are asked to contact the Maryland State Police Berlin Barrack.

10K Lottery ticket sold in Pocomoke

 

$10,000 Mega Millions: Goose Creek #01, 2322 Stockton Road, Pocomoke City (Sold June 24th – unclaimed as of June 27th).    

Marion Station contestant is the 2022 Miss Maryland!

 To compete for Miss America title-

View video:

Kayla Willing Miss Maryland 2022 - Crowning - June 25, 2022 - YouTube

View more about Kayla:

Somerset County Kayla Willing Was Crowned Miss Maryland 2022 | Features | wboc.com

OC Police statement on rabid raccoon attacks

 

On June 22, 2022, Ocean City Officers were flagged down by a female in the area of 139th Street to report that she had been attacked by a rabid raccoon. The female was treated by Ocean City EMS on the scene for injuries to her hand. The raccoon was not immediately located.

Approximately five hours later, a second female called 911 to report that she was attacked by a rabid raccoon in the area of 141st Street. Officers responded and met with the victim. She was transported to Atlantic General Hospital by Ocean City EMS for several injuries from the attack. Officers established a perimeter in an attempt to corral the raccoon.

Animal Control responded to the scene and was able to capture the raccoon. Below is the latest update from the Worcester County Health Department.

A CONFIRMED RABID RACCOON FOUND IN THE AREA AROUND 141st STREET, OCEAN CITY, MARYLAND

Worcester County Health Department has confirmed a raccoon in Ocean City tested positive for rabies this week. The raccoon had attacked two people in the early morning hours of June 23, 2022 in the area surrounding 141st Street.

Health department officials warn that any person, pet or other animal that may have had contact with this raccoon could be at risk for rabies exposure. To report any contact with or exposure to the raccoon, call the Worcester County Health Department immediately at 410-352-3234. If you call after hours or on the weekend, call Worcester County Emergency Services at 410-632-1311 to reach the health department on-call staff.

If a person has been bitten or scratched, they should seek immediate medical care. Post-exposure treatment is necessary to prevent rabies.  If not treated, rabies is fatal.  If a pet has had contact with this raccoon, contact your veterinarian immediately. 

For more information about rabies, please visit our website at  http://www.worcesterhealth.org . 

Time Machine: 1893, 2006, 1936, 1940, 1906, and local history author's TV segment about when Delmarva almost became a state.

 

 July, 1893

The Cecil Whig (Elkton) 

April, 2006

Salisbury Daily Times

February, 1936

Baltimore Sun

February, 1940

The Daily News (New York)

August, 1906

Democratic Messenger

When Delmarva Statehood almost happened

Throwback Thursday - Delmarva Statehood | DelmarvaLife | wboc.com

Flu shot news for seniors

 

NEW YORK (AP) — Americans 65 and older should get newer, souped-up flu vaccines because regular shots don’t provide them enough protection, a federal advisory panel said Wednesday.

(View news story:)

CDC panel recommends US seniors get souped-up flu vaccines | AP News

Pocomoke City's 4th Friday Enchanted Luau!

 An eye view from Wulfhause Productions 

        

See more 4th Friday photos courtesy Wulfhause Productions:

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Early Friday launch from Wallops

 

         NASA Wallops/Terry Zaperach photo

A NASA suborbital sounding rocket was launched early Friday morning from Wallops carrying dozens of experiments by university students. Many of the students were on hand to watch the liftoff. 

Time Machine Preview

This Sunday here at The Pocomoke Public Eye:

1893  ..  Pocomoke City plays a big role in the operation of the first ever gasoline powered boat to travel the Chesapeake Bay.

2006  ..  Stamp design wins Pocomoke City resident top honors in wildlife art competition.

1936  ..  Pocomoke City Post Office will continue to lease at its' Front Street location for another two years.

1940  ..  A New York City newspaper reports about the unexpected solution to a no-water situation in Snow Hill. 

1906  ..  Recollections from a still earlier time about the popular Worcester County resort that preceded Ocean City-  

Plus local history author Jim Duffy's TV segment on when statehood for Delmarva almost happened.

Heading home to Snow Hill

 (Salisbury Daily Times)

On June 21, 2022, the Black-Eyed Susan was towed back to Snow Hill from Norfolk, Virginia. The plan is to use it as a restaurant being permanently docked. Here it is going through Pocomoke City.

STEPHEN MATHEWS PHOTO

(View related WBOC news story:)

"Black-Eyed Susan" Back Home; Not Going Anywhere Soon | Latest News | wboc.com

Try your hand at the Pocomoke River Poker Run

 

(Read more about it:)

4th Annual Pocomoke River Poker Run Tickets, Sat, Jun 25, 2022 at 10:30 AM | Eventbrite

Contact Pocomoke Elks Lodge: (410) 957-3556

Original plans dashed- OC comes up with new July 4th holiday events schedule

 

(WMDT)

OCEAN CITY, Md.-Town officials have new plans for visitors and residents this 4th of July.

This comes after officials received news the firework company contracted to provide fireworks for two of their shows backed out. They were informed last week that this was due to lack of certified personnel and inventory. In response, the town scrambled to make a new plan.

(View news story:)    

Ocean City creates new, unique plans for Independence Day celebrations - 47abc (wmdt.com)

 

4th Friday Street Festivals continue in Downtown Pocomoke this week with an Enchanted Luau! Come dressed the part for our Tacky Tourist Costume Contest while you shop sidewalk vendors & listen to reggae tunes by Paul Brion & the Raucous Brothers! 🎵

Fun for the kids too! Bounce house, games, crafts & a special appearance by some fin-tastic Disney characters!

Time Machine: 1829, 2007, 1921, 1972, and local history author's TV segment about a circus surprise.

 

~Summertime News~

July, 1829

The Torch Light And Public Advertiser (Hagerstown, Md.)

July, 2007

(Caption reads: Pocomoke Mayor Michael A. McDermott speaks during the opening ceremony of the new Pocomoke Volunteer Fire Headquarters on Monday, when a new sign was unveiled showing the fundraising efforts for the facility.)                            Salisbury Daily Times

June, 1921

Worcester Democrat

July, 1972

  

Baltimore Sun

Footnote:

Confrontations between conservationists and developers came to an end in March of 1974 when the Maryland Court Of Appeals issued a ruling blocking the development of Harbour Towne.

The Circus comes to Saxis

Throwback Thursday w/ Jim Duffy - The Circus | DelmarvaLife | wboc.com