STATE TROOPERS INCREASE VIGILANCE

STATE TROOPERS INCREASE VIGILANCE - CITIZENS REMINDED OF TIPS LINE AT 1-800-492-TIPS

PIKESVILLE, MD) – As the investigation into the Boston explosions continues, Colonel Marcus L. Brown, Superintendent of the Maryland State Police, has directed state troopers to increase vigilance, especially around critical infrastructures.


Troopers will be conducting increased patrol checks of critical infrastructures in their areas of responsibility. Although troopers are routinely vigilant and looking for suspicious activities as part of their daily duties, they have been reminded to increase their awareness.

"Our obligation to protect our citizens requires that we increase our awareness in response to this tragedy in Boston as a precaution,” Colonel Brown said. “We are coordinating our efforts with allied law enforcement at the local and federal levels. The Maryland Coordination and Analysis Center is monitoring the situation and will keep our law enforcement partners informed of the latest public safety information. I ask citizens to join police officers in being alert for any suspicious activity or situation and report that information immediately to authorities.”

Persons who see something suspicious are urged to contact the Maryland Coordination and Analysis Center at 1-800-492-TIPS (8877). The Center is staffed around-the-clock and will immediately review incoming information and forward it to the appropriate law enforcement agency for follow up. Local, state and federal law enforcement personnel work together at the Center to ensure Maryland’s coordinated response to public safety threats.

Maryland State Police command personnel are on alert to deploy additional troopers if needed for a State Police response or to assist local law enforcement. No additional personnel have been deployed at this time, but all troopers currently on patrol are implementing increased precautions.

Submitted:
Maryland State Police

DRIVER ARRESTED IN FATAL PEDESTRIAN CRASH

BALTIMORE, MD) – After consulting with the Baltimore City State’s Attorney’s Office, Maryland State Police have charged and arrested the driver who struck and killed a city employee in front of Baltimore City Hall on April 9, 2013.

The driver of the 2000 Acura TL is identified as Johnny Johnson, 43, of the 2400 block of Francis Street, Baltimore, Maryland. He was charged on a warrant with manslaughter by automobile, homicide by motor vehicle while impaired by drugs, driving under the influence of drugs, driving under the influence of a controlled dangerous substance, possession of heroin, possession of cocaine, possession of drug paraphernalia and numerous traffic violations. T

The warrant was served on Johnson today by members of the Maryland State Apprehension Team with the assistance of the Baltimore Warrant Fugitive Task Force. He is currently being processed and held at Central Booking in Baltimore, pending an initial appearance before a court commissioner. 

Investigators from the Maryland State Police CRASH Team, under the guidance of the Baltimore City States Attorney’s Office, applied for and obtained an arrest warrant today. Then, shortly after 1:00 p.m. today, Johnson was arrested without incident while walking to his residence. During this investigation, evidence has been obtained which indicated that Johnson had drugs in his system at the time of the fatal crash. The investigation is still ongoing. 

“We appreciate the Maryland State Police for conducting the investigation that resulted in these serious charges,” said Gregg L. Bernstein, Baltimore City State’s Attorney. “We now look forward to prosecuting the case in court.” 

Anyone with information regarding this crash is still asked to contact the Maryland State Police, Golden Ring Barrack at (410) 780-2700.

Submitted:
Maryland State Police

Charges in Party Shooting Changed to Murder

UPDATE On Shooting

An early morning shooting on Saturday at A&E Auto repair on Sylvan Scene Drive near Treherneville in Northampton County has resulted in the death of Jessie Leon Jordan of Cheriton age 23.

When the Sheriffs Department arrived at the scene at approximately 2 am they found that the victim had been transported by private vehicle to the Emergency Room at Riverside Shore Memorial Hospital where doctors had pronounced him dead. 

Sheriff David Doughty reported that the shooting happened during a party.

The case is being investigated as a murder. Sheriff Doughty is asking anyone with information to contact the Northampton Sheriffs office at 678-0458.

This is the second murder to occur in Northampton County in the last two weeks. Gary Aaron Coble is being held in the Northampton County Jail in the Easter Sunday murder of 35 year old Bryan Keith Elliott of Cheriton.  

An arraignment in that case is scheduled for June 6 in Northampton District Court.

Source:

Antares Rocket Rehearses For Countdown On Wednesday

NASA Photo

On Saturday, Orbital Sciences Corporation conducted a wet dress rehearsal for the Antares rocket in preparation its Test Flight scheduled for later this week on April 17.

 Late in the countdown, at about T-16 minutes, the test was halted because the launch team had detected a technical anomaly in the process. Orbital has determined that a secondary pyro valve aboard one of the two first-stage engines used in the propellant chilldown process was not functioning properly.

 A replacement unit will be installed within 24 hours with the goal of maintaining the April 17 launch date.

To stay updated:
NASA.GOV

6th Annual Walk and Fun Run For Awareness

Mt. Vernon Vol. Fire Company ~ Gun Raffle

Parksley Vol. Fire Co. ~ "Boat and Bucks GIVEAWAY"

TICKETS AVAILABLE ON LINE!
See bottom of flyer.

TIME MACHINE ... 1921..1896..1994..1893..1913

(Reader-friendly viewing of newspaper archives material)
　
(For those who have been following the articles from 1913 on the mysterious death of a young Salisbury office worker, this week's Time Machine concludes with two updates; others will follow in future weeks.)

　June, 1921

A road inspection tour of the "Chesapeake Peninsula" by an official of the Automobile Club Of America reported good progress being made in development of hard surface roadways through Maryland and Delaware extending down to Pocomoke City.

"Until the roadwork is entirely finished on the Dupont Highway, the completion of which is expected in 1922, motorists who intend to go as far south as Pocomoke City and Cape Charles will make better time and find all hard surfaced roads by going to Elkton and then south through Maryland. These roads, according to Mr. Wells, (head of the Automobile Club Of Maryland) are splendidly kept and might serve as examples to the other States."

However, the stretch from New Church to Cape Charles was described as poor dirt roadway. Mr. Wells stated, "It is never necessary to erect a sign to inform motorists when they cross the Virginia line, for no other State in the East pays so little attention to public roads. The result of this neglect is plainly seen in the contrast between the Virginia end of the peninsula and the Maryland-Delaware section."

　
　
December, 1896
(The Denton Journal)

Snow Hill, one of the most progressive towns on the Peninsula, is to have a complete system of waterworks. The contract has just been awarded for the constructions of the stand-pipe, mains, etc., at $15,000. The stand-pipe is to have a capacity of 600,000 gallons. There are to be forty-five fire plugs.

　
June, 1994

Christine Sigrist of Pocomoke City, a senior at Mt. St. Mary's College, was presented with the Art Club Of Frederick award for her "Best In Show" art presentation at the college's annual Student Art Exhibition. "Still Life With Eye," in charcoal, was her winning entry.



　April, 1893
(Pella Weekly Herald- Pella, Iowa)

The Eastern Shore of Maryland has been besought to give India the sweet potato for a food for the often famine-stricken millions of many East-India provinces. E.B. Francis, director of lands in the Punjaub, has written to a Mr. Bennett of Accomac County, asking for "roots well packed," as it is desired to introduce that vegetable into India, in the hope that soil and climate there will be peculiarly favorable to it.
　
　
June, 1913
(The Washington Post)

MAY CLEAR UP GIRL'S DEATH

Arrests Expected to Follow Inquest Over Miss Wainwright

Important Witnesses Sought by Authorities May be Able to Shed Light on Salisbury Mystery

Special to The Washington Post.

Salisbury, Md., June 25.- That one and perhaps two arrests probably will be made following the inquest here Friday night into the death of Miss Florence Wainwright, the 24-year-old bookkeeper of the Home Gas Company, who was found dead at her desk last Friday night, was admitted today by the authorities who are conducting the investigation.

The officers are trying to locate Joseph Niblett and C.A. White, who are wanted as witnesses in the inquest. Niblett was employed at the office of the Home Gas Company until recently, and he is expected to give some important testimony. White is also believed to be in possession of facts that will help to clear up the mystery.

Although all concerned in the investigation are sworn to secrecy, enough evidence has leaked out to convince the public mind here that the young woman was the victim on an unlawful operation.

Mrs. Wainwright, the girl's mother, said today her daughter did not complain of feeling ill when she left for work, and the presumption is the alleged operation was subsequently performed.

A score of witnesses have been summoned for the inquest Friday night, and officials say arrests may be made at its close.

They say also that when a warrant is issued a full and complete chain of evidence will be ready to present to the grand jury.


　
June, 1913
(The News- Frederick, Md.)

SUSPECT IS A MARRIED MAN


Governor Won't Interfere With Woman's Death Probe

Salisbury, Md., Citizens Criticize Police For Failing to Place Responsibility For Miss Wainwright's Death.

Salisbury, Md., June 26- Complaints are heard here that the local authorities are not sufficiently energetic in placing the responsibility for the death of pretty Florence Wainwright.

Indignant citizens started a movement to have Governor Goldsborough take a hand in the case. The governor, however, says as yet he has not been appealed to and will take no action until asked to do so.

The governor declares he has confidence enough in the local state officials to believe they will do everything in their power to bring the gullty person or persons to justice.

It is now assured that Miss Wainwright's death was due to an operation. The identify of the purchaser of a box of pills found in the young woman's desk has been definitely learned. His name is witheld, but suspicion is directed against a married man.

It is now believed that Miss Wainwright did not die at her desk in the gas office, where her body was found, and that the box of pills that were placed near her had little if anything to do with her death.

In fact, it has now become pretty well settled that Miss Wainwright came to her death from an illegal operation performed not long before her body was discovered. It is more than probable that such an operation was not performed in the gas office, and some hold to the theory that is was performed in the yard of the office, and that the young woman was then carried into the office and placed in her chair, her hands folded in her lap, to make it appear that she had died in this position.

One of the officials investigating the case stated that he had his mind fully made up as to the identity of the guilty party and on Friday there would be some witnesses from out of town, one from Philadelphia in particular, who would establish the guilt and place the missing "link" of circumstancial evidence.

The police who collected the personal effects of the young woman at the gas office went to the home of the girl, where they found that all letters and personal efffects has been destroyed. The parents refuse absolutely to discuss the case.

Miss Wainwright was a very popular young woman in Salisbury, of a good family and had a host of friends. For five years she had been the gas company's bookkeeper, and her work there was well done.

When Miss Wainwright's body was discovered there were no marks of any kind found upon it, with the exception of a small scar on the right cheek near the eye, and this may have been caused by a death struggle. Several of her hairpins were on the floor, and a part of her hair hanging down, and her dress was almost unpinned about the neck.

When the jury was first summoned on Saturday, Harry Dennis was made foreman and all the members were sworn to secrecy, but some of the evidence has come to light, and it is said to show that at least three persons were with the young woman when she died, though all had left some hours before her brother-in-law found her body.

(Another updated article will be posted on next Sunday's Time Machine.)
　
　
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Delmarva Discovery Center ~ Come Learn What Critters Eat

It's Lunch Time ~ Come and Get It!!

 

Lunch isn't just for us.

 

Photo/Delmarva Discovery Center

 

Come learn that the critters eat at the

 Delmarva Discovery Center

 

Photo/Delmarva Discovery Center

Sunday April 14
1:30 PM

 

Delegate Mike McDermott ~ What's Next?

Delegate Mike McDermott:  "After the 2013 session, many people are asking "What's Next" - here's my response."





Website: www.delegatemcdermott.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/electmikemcdermott

Twitter: www.twitter.com/Del_McDermott

Man Dies In Eastern Shore Virginia Shooting

MACHIPONGO, Va. (WAVY) - A man shot on the Easter Shore died early Saturday morning.

Northampton County Sheriff David Doughty Jr. said deputies responded to a shooting victim at the A&E Auto Repair at 8131 Sylvan Scene Drive just after 2 a.m.

Deputies arrived to learn a man who suffered a gunshot wound had been taken to Riverside Shore Memorial Hospital in a private vehicle.  When deputies arrived at the hospital, they learned that doctor's had pronounced the victim dead.

Doughty identified the victim as 23-year-old Jessie Leon Jordan of Cheriton. 

Doughty said witnesses reported the shooting happened during a party. Anyone with information should contact the Northampton County Sheriff's Office at 757-678-0458.

The case will be investigated as a homicide.

More Eastern Shore News

Dazzling Northern Lights ~Tonight

Seattle, New York, Pittsburgh, and Washington might see a display of the northern lights after sunset. At least that's what some forecasting models are saying.

Thanks to a big solar flare that left the Sun Thursday, Accuweather.com is generating some buzz online by predicting a "dazzling" light show tonight:

"The flare is also expected to cause vibrant northern lights from the Arctic as far south as New York, the Dakotas, Washington and Michigan, with a smaller possibility of it going into Pennsylvania and Iowa, even Kansas. The lights are currently estimated for 8 p.m. EDT Saturday arrival, with a possible deviation of up to seven hours. If the radiation hits much after dark settles on the East Coast the lights may be missed and will instead only be visible for the West."

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Legislative Updates From Delegate Mike McDermott

Apr. 12th, 2013

The First Donation to DPR's Campaign

"Where the libs go to get the dough"

by Delegate Mike McDermott

 

 

Lately the Times has been full of articles about Delmarva Public Radio. Despite a $135 Million in additional State Debt provided to Salisbury University to pay for a new “library” courtesy of Delegate Norm Conway and the Democrats, the school could find no more room for the station on campus. The paper provided a platform for this supposedly listener supported station to launch their fund raising drives and awareness summoning all liberals and progressives to come to the aid of one of their own (although many conservatives enjoy classical music, the vast array of programming does not just lean left…it falls over).

With all of this attention, I thought surely those folks would rise to the occasion or the school would throw them a bone from that $135 Million (that’s $49 Million for planning and design plus $51 Million for bricks and mortar this year alone). Boy was I surprised on the last Saturday of the 2013 Session when I looked through a supplemental budget debt appropriation that included an amendment to provide Delmarva Public Radio $900,000.00 to cover relocation, equipment, and whatever else they deem appropriate. Not a bad day’s work for a station that claims an annual operating budget of $1 Million.

It seems the station has an ardent supporter in Delegate Norm Conway, Chairman of the House Appropriations Committee. Why let a little thing like “public input” stand in the way between friends?  To say that I am appalled at this reckless disregard for public spending is putting is putting it mildly. To see the paper fail to mention this “modest” donation courtesy of the taxpayers of this state is disturbing.



There are other “listener supported” radio stations in our state. The vast majority of them are Christian stations such as WOLC (102.5 FM) in Princess Anne. They all conduct annual “share-a-thons” which often cover a number of days whereby they receive pledges and donations upon which they base their budget.  I wonder what they could do with a million bucks.


Our airwaves are full of commercial radio stations all competing for those precious dollars of advertising that tend to go toward those that have the greater listenership and programming. Like every other business, they have had a tough go of it in this Maryland economy. I’m sure a cool million would quench a few thirsts from where they sit.


At a time when our local governments are struggling and many needs cannot be met, it’s no wonder this little million dollar gem tried to slip in unannounced through the back door.  We must expect better from our leaders.

Marylanders…take back your state!

TIME MACHINE ... This Sunday's Preview

1921.. How are the Peninsula's roads looking? 1896..Snow Hill progresses; 1994.. Pocomoke City college senior wins art award; 1893- India hopes to grow a popular Eastern Shore crop; 1913.. Two updates on the investigation of the mysterious death of a young Salisbury woman. 

Although you may not find these items in a history book, they are a part of our local history and you can read more about it this Sunday right here at The Pocomoke Public Eye!


　 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!

PEDESTRIAN AWARENESS OF SAFE CROSSINGS IN OCEAN CITY, MARYLAND

STATE HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATION AND THE OCEAN CITY POLICE HEIGHTENS PEDESTRIAN AWARENESS OF SAFE CROSSINGS IN OCEAN CITY, MARYLAND




New Curb-Top Markings Remind Pedestrians
Not to Jay Walk;
Raise Awareness of Pedestrian Safety

(April 10, 2013) – Prior to the peak tourist season in Ocean City, the State Highway Administration (SHA) in partnership with the Town of Ocean City is installing curb-top markings along Coastal Highway (MD 528) between 52nd and 59th streets. About 100 yellow and black stencils advise “NO PEDESTRIAN X’ING” along Coastal Highway between marked crosswalks, where pedestrians may be tempted to cross unsafely.  Crews will finish installing the curb markings this week. Efforts and programs to protect pedestrians are closely coordinated between SHA, the Town of Ocean City Public Works Department and the Ocean City Police Department.

The population of Ocean City swells between June and August to such an extent that it becomes the second most populated city in the State.  As a result the nine-mile Coastal Highway corridor becomes crowded with drivers and pedestrians, some of whom are not familiar with the region. Ocean City Police reports reveal the primary cause of pedestrian crashes to be failure of pedestrians to cross at marked crosswalks, or walking in a crosswalk, but against the traffic signal.    

The “thermoplastic” markings are the same material as stamped pavement crosswalks, not painted, which wear out faster.   Each marking has a usable life of between 10 to 20 years.

SHA, Ocean City Police and the MVA’s Highway Safety Office advise that a safe summer starts with street smarts – motorists and pedestrians following the basic rules of the road.  Drivers must stop for pedestrians at crosswalks according to Maryland State law and should follow the posted speed limit, as speeding only makes it more difficult to safely stop for pedestrians.  Pedestrians should cross at marked crosswalks, see and be seen traveling in an “expected” manner, look left, right, and left before crossing and when possible, make eye contact with drivers.  The extra moment it takes to stop for a pedestrian or to walk to a crosswalk can avert needless tragedies.

Submitted by:
Ocean City Police Department

REPTILE FESTIVAL 2013 TODAY

Race Day Added To Gumboro~Crisfield Mud Bogs

The Snow Hill Volunteer Fire Company will be sponsoring a mudbog this year.  All rules that apply to the Gumboro~Crisfield Mudbogs will apply to this event also.  For RACING RULES go
HERE.   Any questions concerning the event can be posted there

 

 

2013 GUMBORO~CRISFIELD MUDBOGS EVENT SCHEDULE

 

Saturday, May 4                 Gumboro

 

Sunday, May 26                 Crisfield

 

Saturday, July 13               Snow Hill

 

Saturday, July 27                Crisfield ~ night race

 

 Saturday, August 31          Crisfield

 

Sunday, September 22        Gumboro

 

 

 

 

 

Assaulted Prison Inmate Has Died ~ UPDATE

STATE PRISON INMATE DEATH INVESTIGATION

(JESSUP, MD) – Maryland State Police homicide investigators are working with state public safety investigators in an ongoing joint investigation after an inmate who was assaulted in an Anne Arundel County prison last night died from his injuries.

The deceased inmate is identified as Javaughn A. Young, 26, an inmate at the Maryland Correctional Institution-Jessup (MCI-J), in Jessup, Maryland. After the assault last night, he was taken to the University of Maryland Shock Trauma Center in critical condition.

Young succumbed to his injuries today at 12:15 p.m. Young’s body was transported to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner in Baltimore for an autopsy to determine the cause and manner of death.

Another inmate at the prison has been identified as a suspect. Charges against him are pending.
Shortly after 7:00 p.m. yesterday, an inmate at MCI-J contacted a correctional officer and reported an inmate on the east wing needed assistance. Correctional officers responded and found Young lying in a walkway near the entrance to the wing, with trauma to his head. Emergency care was immediately provided while an ambulance responded to the prison to transport Young to the R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center.

State Police crime scene technicians responded to the prison and processed the scene for evidence last night. Investigators continue to interview the more than 60 inmates assigned to the prison wing where the assault occurred.

Following Young’s death, Maryland State Police homicide investigators are continuing the investigation, with assistance from the DPSCS investigators. Upon completion of the investigation, it will be presented to the Anne Arundel County State’s Attorney’s Office for review and charges.

Submitted:
Maryland State Police

Suspect Arrest In Connection With Early Morning Stabbing In Ocean City

OCPD Arrest Suspect in Connections with and Early Morning Stabbing

On April 11, 2013, Ocean City Police responded to 2611 Coastal Highway “7-Eleven” store, in reference to a fight.  When officers arrived in the area, witnesses stated the fight had broken up and the persons involved in the altercation had left the area.

Approximately 30 minutes later officers received a complaint of a stabbing and met with a victim at a residence on 146th Street. 

While meeting with this victim, officers determined that the victim had been involved in the previously reported fight at the 26th Street 7-Eleven, during which the victim was assaulted with a knife and sustained two stab wounds.  The victim was treated by Ocean City Paramedics and transported to Peninsula Regional Medical Center.  The victim is expected to make a full recovery.

During the investigation, OCPD officers identified the suspect as: Brandon Maurice Hudson, 24, of Snow Hill, Maryland as the perpetrator who stabbed the victim.

Investigators obtained information as to Hudson’s whereabouts and at approximately 4 p.m. located him in Berlin, Maryland where he was arrested in connection with the stabbing.

Hudson has been charged by the OCPD with:

1st and 2nd Degree Assault
Possession of a Dangerous Weapon With the Intent to Injury.

Hudson was seen by an Ocean City District Court Commissioner and was held on $100,000.00 bond.  Hudson has been transferred to the Worcester County Jail.

Submitted:
Ocean City Police Dept.

Montgomery County, Let My People Go! (SB281 Amendments)

Published on Apr 12, 2013

This video highlights the discussion on Delegate Mike McDermott's amendment to SB-281 that would allow off-duty police officers the right to carry a weapon on school grounds. At the end of the debate, the points raised by the Montgomery County Delegates led Delegate McDermott to exclaim "Montgomery County, LET MY PEOPLE GO!"

 

"Hardwire Everyday Heroes" Program

FROM
HARDWIRE ARMOR SYSTEMS

Delmarva Shorebirds and Hardwire Team Up for the “Hardwire Everyday Heroes” Program

Local teachers will be honored for being everyday heroes
Salisbury, Md. – The Delmarva Shorebirds, the class “A” affiliate of the Baltimore Orioles, are excited to announce a brand new program entitled “Hardwire Everyday Heroes” in partnership with Hardwire, a local Pocomoke, Maryland company. Hardwire specializes in armor systems for the Department of Defense and has recently applied their armor solutions to school safety applications.

During the 2013 season, the Shorebirds and Hardwire will honor teachers throughout the Delmarva Peninsula that are true “everyday heroes.”

The Shorebirds are asking community members and fans to nominate teachers that deserve recognition for excellence in the classroom and helping to enrich the lives of local students. The person nominating the teacher must submit a short write up that explains why the teacher should be considered for the “Hardwire Everyday Hero” award.

The Shorebirds will honor one teacher at each homestand during the 2013 season. The winning teacher will receive the following for being recognized as the “Hardwire Everyday Hero”: four reserved box tickets to a Shorebirds game, four meal vouchers for a hot dog, chips and Pepsi, a team autographed ball, pre-game on-field ceremony recognizing the teacher for his/her accomplishments, the chance to throw out a ceremonial first pitch, an article in the Shorebirds gameday program, an article on the Shorebirds website, and a complimentary bulletproof whiteboard from Hardwire. The Hardwire Bulletproof Whiteboard is a hand-held whiteboard teaching tool; however, it also provides dual use as a last line of defense in the event of a school intruder.

“The Shorebirds are honored to team up with Hardwire to recognize great teachers and promote their new bulletproof whiteboards,” said Shorebirds General Manager Chris Bitters. “We look forward to recognizing the great teachers on the Delmarva Peninsula and creating awareness for the great work that Hardwire is doing.”

George Tunis, Hardwire CEO, says “This program is a great way to recognize the hard work and dedication of the teachers in our community and to say ‘thanks’ for all they do for our children.”

To nominate a favorite teacher, send an email to hero@theshorebirds.com detailing why the teacher is an “everyday hero.” In addition to your nomination, the email should include your name, the teacher’s name and school, and your best contact information.

For more information about the “Hardwire Everyday Heroes Program,” contact the Shorebirds at 410-219-3112 or Hardwire at 410-957-3669.

Delmarva Shorebirds
The Delmarva Shorebirds are the Class "A" Affiliate of the Baltimore Orioles. The Shorebirds are owned by 7th Inning Stretch, L.P., the same company that owns the Stockton Ports of the California League and the Everett AquaSox of the Northwest League. In 2012, 231,194 fans came to Shorebirds games, the highest total attendance since 2002. The Shorebirds were the proud hosts of the 2011

South Atlantic League "Strike Out Hunger" All-Star Game presented by Perdue that drew 7,410 fans. For more information, call the Shorebirds at 410-219-3112.

The Shorebirds celebrated 17-years of professional baseball on the Eastern Shore in 2012. During the 2009 season, the Shorebirds finished with an average attendance of 3,567 fans, the largest average since the 2002 season. In 2007, The Shorebirds had the top attendance based on market size in Minor League Baseball(tm), according to Sports Business Journal (Aug. 2008). In 2010, more than 6,000 fans packed Arthur W. Perdue Stadium nine times including a season high of 8,993 fans on August 7th. In 2012, the Shorebirds welcomed 13 crowds of over 5,000 fans.

The Shorebirds were established in 1996 by an investor team headed by legendary chicken company owner, the late Frank Perdue. The Shorebirds have called Arthur W. Perdue home ever since. For more information about the Delmarva Shorebirds call 410-219-3112 or visit www.theshorebirds.com.

Maryland State Prison Assault Under Investigation

SERIOUS ASSAULT AT STATE PRISON UNDER INVESTIGATION

(JESSUP, MD) – Maryland State Police and Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services investigators are continuing their investigation into an assault last night at a state prison in Anne Arundel County that seriously injured an inmate.

The victim is identified as Javaughn A. Young, 26, who is an inmate at the Maryland Correctional Institution-Jessup (MCI-J), in Jessup, Md. He has been taken to the University of Maryland Shock Trauma Center where he is in critical condition.

Another inmate at the prison has been identified as a suspect. Charges against him are pending.

The preliminary investigation indicates that shortly after 7:00 p.m. yesterday, an inmate at MCI-J contacted a correctional officer and reported an inmate on the east wing needed assistance. Correctional officers responded and found the victim, identified as Young, lying in a walkway near the entrance to the wing. Officers observed the victim had sustained trauma to his head.

Emergency care was provided to the inmate while an ambulance responded to the prison to transport Young to the Shock Trauma Center.

Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services Internal Investigations Unit investigators began the investigation and requested the Maryland State Police Homicide Unit respond. A joint investigation is continuing.

State Police crime scene technicians responded to the prison and have processed the scene for evidence. Investigators are continuing to interview the more than 60 inmates assigned to the prison wing where the assault occurred.

The investigation is continuing.

Submitted:
Maryland State Police

Annual Missless Pageant and Dinner

Arson/ Motion To Supress Filed ~ No Probable Cause For Arrest

WMDT
By David Caldwell

ACCOMACK CO., Va. – Accused arsonist Charles R. Smith III appeared in General District Court yesterday for his bond hearing. Judge Gordon Vincent denied Smith's bond. According to an affidavit filed at the Circuit Court Clerk's Office, Smith said that his fiancé, Tonya Bundick "personally set 15 abandoned structures on fire" in the county in the last five months.

Both Smith and Bundick are charged with felony arson and felony conspiracy to commit arson in connection with a fire in Melfa on April 1^st, when Smith was arrested.

Court documents also show that Smith's lawyer, Carl H. Bundick, filed a motion to suppress evidentiary material related to his April 1^st arrest. The motion claims that Smith's search & seizure, and arrest violated his 4^th, 5^th, and 6^th amendment rights. Specifically, he claims there was no probable cause for his arrest, and that "Agents of the Commonwealth" began interrogation before he was read his Miranda rights.

Some community members expressed relief since the two were arrested. Evelyn Hope, of Accomack Co., said of fellow residents  "There's a feeling of relief. They're just mellowing out right now, but you know, we pray there are no more fires."

Police are "confident" that Smith and Bundick are responsible for "a majority" of the 77 arson fires set in Accomack County. Smith will return to court May 6^th for a preliminary hearing.

Officials are reluctant to associate every one of the fires with Smith and Bundick, and that margin for error has other community members offering their own theories. Shannon Salazar, of Accomac, said "I think there are two more people out there and they're just hiding away, and nobody wants to tell anybody about it."

Smith will return to court May 6^th for a preliminary hearing.

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Info From The Pocomoke Animal Hospital

 

From Pocomoke Animal Hospital, Inc.....


Did you know that April is also heartworm prevention month!! In the last 2 weeks we have diagnosed 5 dogs with this fatal disease!!

 Heartworm is easily prevented by getting your dog tested and keeping them on heartworm pills!!

When was the last time your dog was tested????

POCOMOKE ANIMAL HOSPITAL on Facebook

POCOMOKE ANIMAL HOSPITAL  on the internet

Be sure to take a look at the "Home Delivery" page on their website.

2013 Schedule For Melson Power Show

For more information go to Facebook ~ Melson's Tractor Pulling

The Most Decorated War Dog of World War I ~ Stubby

Taken from AMERICA'S VETDOGS  on Facebook

photo/ stubbydog.org

The United States had not established an official K9 Program during World War I. American Troops had to barter with the French, Belgian and English troops for trained sentry and courier dogs.

The most famous American War Dog in World War I was a dog named Stubby.

Stubby was a stray Pit Bull who was picked up on the streets of Hartford Connecticut by a soldier and smuggled on board his troop ship headed for France. In February 1918, Stubby became the mascot of the 102d Infantry, part of the Army's 26th "Yankee Division".

Stubby became a hero when he distinguished himself in the battles of Chateau-Thierry, the Marne, Saint-Mihiel and the Meuse-Argonne.

ALSO: The most decorated war dog of World War I, and the only dog to be promoted to sergeant through combat

Spaghetti Fund Raiser To Benefit David Chew III Fund

Spaghetti Fund Raiser To Benefit David Chew III Fund

TIME MACHINE ... This Sunday's Preview

1921.. How are the Peninsula's roads looking? 1896..Snow Hill progresses; 1994.. Pocomoke City college senior wins art award; 1893- India hopes to grow a popular Eastern Shore crop; 1913.. Two updates on the investigation of the mysterious death of a young Salisbury woman. 

Although you may not find these items in a history book, they are a part of our local history and you can read more about it this Sunday right here at The Pocomoke Public Eye!


　 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!

Delmarva Discovery Center Aquarist Sarah On "Delmarva Life" TODAY

Don't miss Aquarist Sarah from the Delmarva Discovery Center in Pocomoke City ~ TODAY AT 4:30 PM
on WBOC  "Delmarva Life"

BE SURE TO TUNE IN!





Sarah will be talking about the  "Reptile  Festival" this weekend at Delmarva Discovery Center  this Saturday!

SAVE THE DATE ~ Firemen's Fest

Princess Anne and Mt. Vernon Vol. Fire Dept's

 Firemen's Music Fest

 

 

 

There are several ways to get tickets:

 

Online (either the webpage or through facebook )

 

from any Fire Co. member

 

at The Pizza Shoppe in Crisfield

 

the Hebron Savings Bank in Princess Anne

 

Installation Of Rev. Jeffrey T. Howard On Sunday

PHOTO OF WEAPON USED IN MURDER OF UMES STUDENT RELEASED

Weapon believed to have been used in the UMES
murder in February 2012

(PRINCESS ANNE, MD) -- Maryland State Police investigators today released a photo of the weapon believed to have been used to murder a University of Maryland Eastern Shore student in February, in an attempt to generate more information about the person or persons responsible for the crime.

State Police Homicide Unit investigators released the photo of a Remington Sportsman’s Series folding knife with a 3 ½” inch blade. The knife handle is reddish orange with a black camouflage print. The knife is believed to have been manufactured and sold in 2010.

The knife was found by State Police Homicide Unit investigators on the ground near the scene where Edmond A. St. Clair, 21, was murdered when he was stabbed at about 9:00 p.m. on February 16, 2013. The crime occurred when St. Clair was a passenger in a Honda traveling across campus along College Backbone Road, not far from the Student Services Center. Investigators believe several people were walking in the street and an altercation ensued between them and St. Clair.


The knife in the photo released today has been examined at the Maryland State Police Forensic Sciences Division Crime Laboratory. Evidence found on the knife has positively connected it to the St. Clair crime scene. Specific information regarding the evidence on the knife and its connection to the crime will not be released.

State Police investigators believe the unique orange and black camouflage handle might be enough to prompt the memory of someone who may have seen the knife before. Anyone with information about the knife is urged to contact police immediately.

State Police also stressed today that the search for suspects has expanded far beyond the University of Maryland Eastern Shore campus. Due to the Homecoming Weekend activities occurring, there were hundreds of people on the UMES campus, many of whom were from the Baltimore/Washington D.C. corridor. Not all of those on campus that weekend were university alumni. Several events were open to the public. Activities persons from out of the area may have been attending included an alumni breakfast, parade, tailgate party, scholarship luncheons, pep rally, men’s and women’s basketball games, and evening receptions.


The description of possible suspects continues to be that of three tall, African American males, two of whom have lighter complexions. All three were wearing dark clothing and one may have been wearing some type of ski mask.

Investigators would also like to identify three potential witnesses who were in the area at the time of the crime. They are believed to have been walking toward the student apartments shortly after 9:00 p.m. Two of the three are believed to have been carrying umbrellas. Two more potential witnesses may have been walking toward the scene shortly after the murder occurred.

Troopers are trying to identify a light colored vehicle, possibly a Ford Taurus or Mercury Sable. This vehicle was seen in the area of the crime scene. Investigators would like to interview the driver and any passengers in this vehicle who may be potential witnesses to the crime. Police are also trying to identify the driver and any passengers who were in a gold vehicle. This vehicle was seen turning around a short time after the murder occurred, heading back toward the crime scene.

Persons with information are urged to contact Maryland State Police at 410-651-3101, or Crime Solvers at 410-548-1776. Crime Solvers and UMES are offering rewards up to $10,000 for information leading to the arrest of the suspect(s).

Submitted by:
Maryland State Police