Monthly Archives: August 2011

Man Reveals Legend of Mystery Visitor to Edgar Allan Poe’s Grave

(Associated Press, 8/15/2007) The legend was almost too good to be true. For decades, a mysterious figure dressed in black, his features cloaked by a wide-brimmed hat and scarf, crept into a churchyard to lay three roses and a bottle … Continue reading

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The Baltimore Block, Half Scale Baltimore Row House

“”What will I do with a row house?” Jim suggested a crack house. Well, that will be different, thought Grace. So she decided to go ahead with the project.” View the Baltimore Block gallery at Virtual Dollhouses A Baltimore-Themed Dollhouse, … Continue reading

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Flash Mob Theft Reported at Germantown 7-Eleven

By Tiffany Arnold (Germantown.patch.com, 8/15/2011) Montgomery County Police have identified several suspects in connection with an apparent flash mob theft at a 7-Eleven in Germantown late Saturday. Investigators have released surveillance footage Monday afternoon with hopes of identifying more people. … Continue reading

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A Tribute to Bubba ‘Hightower’ Smith

Gawker.com: “For many sports fans, Bubba Smith, who died yesterday at the age of 66, was the legendary defensive end for the Baltimore Colts. But for movie buffs, he’ll always be remembered as Moses Hightower, the most badass member of … Continue reading

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