Category Archives: Roadside Attractions

Maryland Bill Seeks To Rename Negro, Polish Mountains

Posted on February 9, 2011 by atomictv

By The Associated Press (Myfoxdc.com, 2/7/2011) CUMBERLAND, Md. – A Maryland state senator said Monday that she has introduced a bill seeking to rename two Appalachian peaks, Negro Mountain and Polish Mountain, citing cultural sensitivities. Lawmakers Speak to FOX 5 … Continue reading →

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Giant Mechanical Blue Crab

Posted on February 9, 2011 by atomictv

Does anyone remember the giant blue crab at the Maryland Science Center? Does it still move? Buy this crab print and other moments in Baltimore history captured by Sun photographers at The Baltimore Sun Store.

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Happy Birthday Back River Wastewater Treatment Plant

Posted on February 7, 2011 by atomictv

Infamous Essex landmark celebrates 100 years of operation in 2011 By Keith Roberts (EssexPatch.com, 1/1/2011) A little more than a year ago the town of Essex celebrated its 100th anniversary. In 2011, an icon that is closely associated with Essex … Continue reading →

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F. Scott Fitzgerald Gets Drunk With Future Game Show Host, Jumps Out Of Car And Hides In Bush Near (Uncle) Francis Scott Key’s Monument

Posted on January 31, 2011 by atomictv

“…Fitzgerald moved to 1307 Park Avenue in Bolton Hill, not far from the monument to his famous ancestor, Francis Scott Key. One night on his way home, according to historian Frank Shivers, a drunk Fitzgerald jumped out of the car … Continue reading →

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