Time←←Machine: 100 years ago this week in Pocomoke's newspaper; plus Melody Manor- a bygone relic of lower Eastern Shore history.

 

(AI) A declamation contest is a public speaking event where participants—often students—memorize and perform an excerpt of a speech that was originally delivered in public by someone else. Unlike an original oratory where the speaker writes their own material, declamation focuses on the art of delivery, requiring the performer to interpret the original author's message with clarity, emotion, and persuasiveness.

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*March 1989

(March 2026 according to AI:)

The historic Melody Manor (also known as the Frances Langford Manor) in Marion Station, Somerset County, Maryland, was demolished several years ago. 

Current Status and Background

Demolition: While the exact date of its removal is not specified in recent records, community archives and photographic evidence from 2016 confirm that the structure was taken down, leaving only the site and its "backdrop" behind.

Historical Significance: The manor was the residence of famed big band singer and actress Frances Langford, who was born in 1913. Langford was widely known for her performances during the Golden Age of Radio and her USO tours during World War II.

Anonymous

The Melody Manor pictured is on Wicomico Creek, off Polk's Road, near the Tull Farm where Edna Davy Muir lived. It is still standing and a subdivision of prominent homes was built on the farm years ago.

tkforppe@yahoo.com

Senator Carozza's report from Annapolis-

 

       March 27, 2026

                                                                           

The Delmarva Discovery Museum is reopening Memorial Day Weekend!

A Community Victory

A Community Victory: Museum Announces Memorial Weekend Reopening- Now the Real Work Begins 

After an incredible outpouring of community support, the Museum is proud to announce that it will officially reopen its doors on Memorial Weekend – more details on that will follow later.  

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In just a matter of days, donors, families, businesses, and supporters came together to help the Museum in its efforts to reach its critical emergency fundraising goal of $100,000 to assure that, with revenue from other sources (such as memberships, admissions, field trips, store sales, and expected grants), the Museum will survive through 2026. This achievement speaks volumes about the value this institution holds in the community.  What could have been the end of a beloved community institution has quickly become a powerful story of resilience, generosity, and shared purpose. This Museum is reopening because our community refused to let it disappear. 

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(Read more about the reopening:)

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Chincoteague Inlet erosion-

 (Shore Daily News)

Congresswoman Jen Kiggans called for federal action to address ongoing erosion issues at the Chincoteague Inlet before a House Appropriations subcommittee Wednesday.

(View news story) Kiggans advocates for coastal resilience and Eastern Shore infrastructure in appropriations hearing - Shore Daily News

Crisfield urgent care project is underway-

 (WBOC)

CRISFIELD, MD - Demolition is underway along W. Main Street in Crisfield as TidalHealth moves forward with plans to build a new urgent care facility. 

The work began last week, with crews tearing down long-vacant storefronts in a central part of the city.

(View news story) ER to remain in Crisfield as TidalHealth urgent care project moves forward | Latest News | wboc.com

(Date correction) Wednesday 3/25 update from Senator Carozza-

 
      

             3/25/26

Politics buzzing in Worcester County-

 

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03.26.26-Bayside-Gazette.pdf

New sign-in procedure for Tidal Health Salisbury visitors-

 
(View announcement)

New visitor management system in Salisbury | General News | TidalHealth

Pocomoke City's new Events and Engagement Coordinator-

 

The City of Pocomoke is excited to welcome our newest team member, Mike Shannon, who brings more than 40 years of professional experience following a distinguished career with Sysco.

A committed community servant, Mike has been a member of the Pocomoke Volunteer Fire Company for 35 years—earning recognition as a top responder and Firefighter of the Year in 2025. Mike is also a proud 25-year member of the Pocomoke Elks.

Mike has played a leadership role in many local events, including long-standing service as Chairman of the Cypress Festival and the Pocomoke Christmas Parade. Mike's experience also includes founding and leading the Pocomoke Boat Docking Challenge, serving as Past Chairman of Crisfield Boat Docking, and coordinating logistics for the Dock Jam Concerts.

In this new role, Mike will continue to apply his extensive background in event planning and community engagement to help bring exciting, family-friendly events to Pocomoke City.

Please join us in officially welcoming Mike to the team!