Category Archives: Vices

Annapolis, MD Police Chief Claims 37 Died First Day of Marijuana Legalization in Colorado

Posted on February 26, 2014 by atomictv

Annapolis police chief apologizes for citing hoax story in testimony against marijuana legalization By Alex Jackson (Capitalgazette.com, 2/26/2014) Testifying against bills proposed to legalize and decriminalize marijuana in the state, Annapolis Police Chief Michael Pristoop cited a hoax story that … Continue reading →

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After Nearly 80 Years, Maryland Polka Hall Prepares For Last Dance

Posted on January 20, 2014 by atomictv

By Tara Boyle (WAMU, 1/17/2014) On a Sunday afternoon, George Ward is out on the dance floor at Blob’s Park, a Bavarian beer garden and polka hall in Jessup, Md. He’s been coming here a long time — since 1958. “There’s … Continue reading →

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Baltimore Lingo: “Crab Eyes” = Erect Nipples

Posted on January 7, 2014 by atomictv

Crab Eyes Erect nipples (generally female) visible through clothing due to chill or arousal. “It’s so cold out, Wendy got the crab eyes. She could cut glass with those things.” (via Urbandictionary.com)

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Bauernschmidt Manor – ‘B’ is for Beer in Baltimore

Posted on December 27, 2013 by atomictv

‘B’ is for Beer in Baltimore Brewers can trace history back to Essex, Middle River area. By Keith Roberts (Essex Patch, 4/11/2011) “…The Bauernschmidt families were very famous brewers of beer here in Baltimore. A tradition they brought with them … Continue reading →

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