Monthly Archives: January 2011

Blaze Starr Recalls Burlesque Era In New Film

Posted on January 5, 2011 by atomictv

Former star of The Block is living the quiet life in West Virginia By Frederick N. Rasmussen (The Baltimore Sun, 5/15/2010) Once the Queen of Baltimore burlesque, Fannie Belle Fleming — better known as Blaze Starr — has been living … Continue reading →

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Baltimore Sun Readers Recall Blaze Starr

Posted on January 5, 2011 by atomictv

By Frederick N. Rasmussen (The Baltimore Sun, 6/6/2010) Speaking of beauty and truth, several vintage Baltimoreans chimed in on my Blaze Starr column. “Fond memories,” wrote Nelson E. Reichert, a transportation consultant who lives in West Towson. “I was probably … Continue reading →

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Essex Roller Rink

Posted on January 4, 2011 by atomictv

New Essex Roller Rink paper decal

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“Natty Boh” Fox 45 News Segment (2007)

Posted on January 4, 2011 by atomictv

WBFF Fox 45’s Jeff Abell reports on the history and resurging popularity of Baltimore’s favorite cheap beer, National Bohemian. Look for a cameo of Atomic TV’s “Tribute to Natty Boh” during the segment. Related Links Nattybohgear.com Atomic TV’s “Tribute to … Continue reading →

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