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Gov. Martin OMalleys greenhouse gas reduction plan claims to be able to create new green jobs but it will also likely eliminate others.
He wants to change the worlds climate from his perch in Annapolis but people are already struggling with higher gas prices and energy bills.
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Commissioners Approve Funds For Airport Expansion Design

By Guy Leonard Staff Writer County public works officials say it may still take years to expand the runway at St. Marys Regional Airport in California but they took the first step of many Tuesday when the Board of County Commissioners approved grant funding for the projects design phase. The project would mean relocating Airport Road near the runway as well as Lawrence Hayden Road to makeway for the extension of the runway. The total cost of the project listed in the countys capital construction plan is $604,000, with 90 percent of the funds coming from the Federal Aviation Administration about $543,600. The remaining funds will come from the state and the county, $27,166 and $27,167 respectively, according to county documents. Because of their proximity to the runway expansion both sections of Airport and Lawrence Hayden roads are considered obstructions and must be moved so as to ensure a 240-foot separation between the roadway and the taxiway for aircraft. Public works Director George Erichsen said the final project might not actually be complete until 2019 or 2020 but progress at the airport continues. Weve come a long way with the St. Marys regional airport in the last 10 years, Erichsen said. The airport extension will take the runway from its current 4,150 feet to 5,350 and increase its load bearing capacity to accept traffic from larger planes. This would have the affect of encouraging more corporate-sized aircraft to come to the regional airport. That could help local light industry to get their products transported more quickly to different locations, Erichsen said. guyleonard@countytimes.net
Despite Rate Cuts, Marylanders May Pay More for Health Insurance
By Guy Leonard Staff Writer State insurance regulators have slashed proposed rate increases by health insurance companies by as much as half but under the states new health care exchange program the rates for many will still go up. Some estimates show that for certain policies they could go up in cost by as much as 25 percent. Still the state trumpted the newly published rates as among the lowest in the nation and said it was proof that the Affordable Care Act could effectively reduce insurance rates. Under the new state law and exchange system no person can effectively be denied health insurance because of pre-existing conditions. According to state reports Maryland is among the lowest for rates of the 12 states that have their exchanges set up. One kind of health plan in New York that would cost $319 per month, a silver plan would cost about 18 percent less in Maryland, the report state, or about $260 a month. About 75 percent of Marylanders seeking insurance would be eligible for tax credits, the report stated. A 25-year-old policy purchaser of a bronze or basic plan in Maryland would pay $114 a month at the lowest price, while the same plan in Virginia would cost $134, $146 in Colorado and all the way up to $174 in California. These rates are good news for Maryland families looking to shop for plans on the Maryland Health Connection, said Dr. Joshua Sharstein, Secretary of the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. In addition, tax credits will be available and nobody can be denied coverage on the basis of health status. The state estimates that 740,000 of Marylands 5.6 million residents will now have access to healthcare who up until now have gone without. Critics of the plan say that despite cuts to rate increases by Maryland insurance regulators, insurance rates will still go up. It does seem to come in line with what other states are seeing, said MarkcKilmer of the Maryland Public Policy Institute. Regulators are claiming victory eventhough rates are going up. Regulators have intimated that the rates going up is indicative of better coverage being offered in more robust plans but Kilmer said residents were still being forced to spend more money. Theyre trying to put a spin on it but people are going to be forced to buy something they probably dont want, Kilmer said, emphasizing that one of the main goals of the plan was to get greater numbers of younger people to buy in to help pay for the more expensive health care for the elderly. He also said insurance providers may have aimed high in the their estimates for rate increases. Its possible that providers are inflating the rates they still get their rate increase (despite having their requests cut) and people are forced to buy their product, Kilmer said, adding that if the opposite were true it would cost buyers even more in the next several years. It could be they really need a health care rate increase and the rates are being kept down for political reasons. guyleonard@countytimes.net
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By Sarah Miller Staff Writer Calvert Cliffs Nuclear Power Plant is facing a change in operations and ownership, but they are not closing any time in the near future. A recent report published by the Institute for Energy and the Environment at Vermont Law School named Calvert Cliffs Nuclear Power Plant one of nearly 40 nuclear reactors across the U.S., and the only in Maryland, that is at risk of closing early. The report gave no time frame for the closure, and Calvert Cliffs spokesman Kory Raftery said Calvert Cliffs is not closing. We are proud of the operating history of our facilities as well as the clean energy and economic boost they provide to the communities they serve. We have no information to suggest we would be retiring our facilities before their licensed operating lives are up, he said.
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Calvert Cliffs Not in Danger of Closing

Nuclear Regulatory Commission spokesman Neil Sheehan said they monitor plants performance through reactor oversight process. Between inspection findings and regular reports, the NRC would know about any physical or financial challenges that would result in early closure of the facility, adding that Calvert Cliffs was the first nuclear reactor to receive a 20-year license expansion Theyre licensed for years to come, Sheehan said. In a July 30 press release, Exelon announced they will be taking over operations of Calvert Cliffs from Constellation Energy. The three commercial nuclear power plants operated by the Constellation Energy Nuclear Group (CENG) in New York and Maryland will be operationally integrated into the Exelon Generation nuclear fleet over the next nine months, the Exelon press release states. The change means Constellation would have to transfer their licenses to Exelon. Exelon is the biggest nuclear plant operator in the country, Sheehan said, and as long as they meet the criteria for operating Calvert Cliffs he sees no reason they shouldnt get the transfer. Criteria include having the financial means to safely operate the plant, Sheehan said. Under the terms of the agreement, the CENG plant operating licenses will be transferred to Exelon; Exelon will integrate the CENG fleet under its management model; Exelon will lend $400 million to CENG to support a special dividend to EDF; and EDF will retain an option to sell its CENG stake to Exelon at fair market value between 2016 and 2022, the Exelon press release states. In other news, Nuclear Regulatory Commission staff will meet with senior management from Constellation Energy Nuclear Group, LLC, on Monday, Aug. 5 to discuss topics related to the performance of the companys nuclear power plants. Constellation operates a fleet of nuclear power plants, including Calvert Cliffs, in Lusby (Calvert County), Md.; Ginna, in Ontario (Wayne County), N.Y.; and Nine Mile Point, in Scriba (Oswego County), N.Y., according to a press release. The purpose of the meeting, which will be open to the public, is for Constellation to brief the NRC on activities and licensing actions involving its plants. It is scheduled to begin at 8 a.m. at the Royal Sonesta Harbor Court Hotel, at 550 Light St. in Baltimore. The session will take place in the hotels Guilford Room. We welcome the opportunity to hear from the company during this meeting about developments and issues some of which are common in nature -- affecting all of its plants. This maximizes our resources, as well as theirs, NRC Region I Administrator Bill Dean said in the press release. The NRC holds such meetings on a regular basis, Sheehan said, and they help ensure the effective management of a fleet of plants. sarahmiller@countytimes.net
Deborah Rey Seeks to Unseat Bohanan

By Guy Leonard Staff Writer Deborah Rey, a retired U.S. Air Force officer who has lived in St. Marys County for just four years, says she will run against District 29 Delegate John Bohanan for his seat in the Maryland legislature. Rey, who has yet to officially file in the race, says that Bohanan, a Democrat, does not represent the increasingly conservative views of St. Marys County. Deborah Rey As a Republican herself, she believes the recent shift locally to the GOP in terms of registered voters will give her an edge. Rey said she is running to help curtail what she sees as a trend in Annapolis among lawmakers to erode the rights of citizens: she pointed to the passage of the gun bill that banned military style weapons and severly restricted access to handguns through fingerprinting as a prime example. She also criticized Bohanans support of increasing taxes such as the gas tax. The gas tax is really bad and the rain tax is not making sense, Rey said. Weve got to stop it, its too much. Rey has been an active member of the local Republican Party and has aided several recent campaigns, including Del. Anthony ODonnell when he ran against House Minority Whip Steny Hoyer last year. Despite her political activity she often makes appearances at political forums and public hearings this is her first time running for public office. Bohanan, who also works as a senior staffer for Hoyer, has established himself not only as an effective advocate for operations at Naval Air Station Patuxent River but also as a key player in bringing the University of Maryland system here to aid in unmanned air systems development as the next generation of economic development. But Rey criticized his close ties to Hoyer and said Bohanan could still advocate for the base here if he were not a delegate. How would he lose clout if hes working for a U.S. congressman? Rey said. Im definitely for [the base] and Ill do everything I can to bring in new work and diversify industry in the county. guyleonard@countytimes.net
Wildewood Parkway Pipe Replacement Project to Begin in August

The St. Marys County Department of Public Works and Transportation will begin a pipe replacement project along Wildewood Parkway on or about the week of August 5, 2013. Improvements will consist of the removal and replacement of the existing culverts, which cross the roadway between Wildewood Boulevard and Holly Hill Lane, and the relocation of underground utilities adjacent to the roadway. During the project, residents can expect temporary road closures of Wildewood Parkway, between the intersections of Wildewood Boulevard and Holly Hill Lane. A signed detour route is planned around the construction area, which will extend from Smoke Hill Road to Cottonwood Parkway to Airport Road, MD Route 235, and Wildewood Boulevard. Residents may also experience some construction noise in the area during daylight hours. The project is expected to take 15 days to complete depending on weather conditions. For additional information, please contact the St. Marys County Department of Public Works & Transportation at (301) 863-8400, or the St. Marys County Public Information Office at (301) 4754200, Ext. 1342.
Lexington Park Library Displays Civil War Memorabilia

A local private collector has allowed their Civil War memorabilia to be displayed at the Lexington Park library. Many of the pieces belong to members of the Confederate Army who were from St. Marys County. Also on display are books and other relics from the War of 1812 and the Revolutionary War.
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By Sarah Miller Staff Writer Communities nationwide are preparing for National Night Out on August 6. Every year, thousands of residents come out to celebrate National Night Out. In Calvert and St. Marys, individual communities plan their own National Night Out Festivities, according to Calvert Alliance Against Substance Abuse Coordinator Candice DAgostino. The St. Marys County sheriffs department uses the night as a way to talk to people and make sure they know how to reach the sheriffs department. National Night Out is designed to heighten crime and drug prevention awareness, generate support for and participation in local anti-crime programs, strengthen neighborhood spirit and police-community partnerships, and to send a message to criminals letting them know that neighborhoods are organized and fighting back, according to www.nationaltownwatch.org/ nno. Along with the traditional display of outdoor lights and front porch lights, cities, towns and neighborhoods celebrate National Night Out with a variety of events and activities such as: block parties, cookouts, visits from local police officers and fire departments, parades, flashlight walks, contests and youth programs. For more information about National Night Out in St. Marys County, contact Corporal Angela Delozier at 301-475-4200 extension 9094. For more information about National Night Out in Calvert County, visit www.co.cal. md.us. For more information about National Night Out itself, visit www. nationaltownwatch.org/nno. sarahmiller @countytimes.net
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Ruddy Duck Expanding to St. Marys

By Sarah Miller Staff Writer Four years after opening the Ruddy Duck Brewery and Grill in Solomons, co-owners Carlos Yanez, Michael Kelley and Lisa Kelley have opened a sister location - the Ruddy Duck Seafood and Alehouse in Piney Point. Yanez thought up the Ruddy Duck Brewery and Grill after moving to the United States from Argentina in 1998. For years, he dreamed of opening a fun, family oriented restaurant, celebrating the marriage of great food and freshly brewed beer. His years of passionate home cooking and brewing and love of entertaining friends and family is expressed in the attention to detail in the craftsmanship of the brewing, the warmth of the environment, and the quality of the food, according to the website. Opening the restaurant was a years-long process, taking two years to find a location and another three years to get permits, build and open the Ruddy Duck in Solomons. Yanez met Michael Kelly about a year into the process. Initially, he was only willing to be involved in the opening, but Yanez offered him a partnership to entice him to stay. I knew as soon as I met him that the Ruddy Duck couldnt be the Ruddy Duck without him, Yanez said.
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According to the Ruddy Duck website, Michael Kelley is a 35-year veteran of the restaurant business. He got his start when he was 13 years old and wanted a motorcycle. The nearest place to get a job was a restaurant, and he has been in the business ever since. Eleven years ago he and his wife created The Brome Howard Inn; a bed and breakfast, fine dining restaurant and catering facility in St. Marys City. The restaurant is still there, Michael Kelley said, but under different
management. He served as a Director of Operations and General Manager for corporations and privately held restaurants all over the U.S. These restaurants included the renowned Tavern on the Green in New York City, The Sequoia, The Potomac and J. Pauls Saloon in Washington D.C. In total he has managed the opening of over 50 restaurants during his career. Michael and Lisa Kelley launched Canards Catering and Event Pro-
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duction in 2011. Between the Ruddy Duck and the catering business all three have been busy, but a good busy, Lisa Kelley said. Yanez and the Kelleys both have their own families and love children. They encourage families to visit the Ruddy Duck, providing a friendly atmosphere for adults and children alike. The second location required less effort to get from conception to opening. They had been searching for a new location for a couple years, Yanez said. Old Line Bank, who was looking to sell, owned the Piney Point location. When there were no takers, the bank offered a lease to three different restaurants. The Ruddy Duck owners accepted the lease in June, and opened in July after making some minor cosmetic changes to the existing restaurant, Michael Kelley said. Getting permits to open was an easier process than was opening the original restaurant, he said. The owners are all St. Marys County residents, and are pleased to be able to open a location right in their backyard. Like at the Solomons branch, one of the owners will be on hand every night the Piney Point location is open. Maryland law doesnt permit owners to run multiple breweries, meaning a second brewery in Piney Point is not going to happen sarahmiller@countytimes.net unless something happens in future legislative sessions, Michael Kelley said. The current brewery is near maximum capacity, producing approximately 2,200 kegs yearly. To address increased demand for their artisan brews, the owners are contemplating expanding or moving the brewery to a larger space for increased capacity, both of which they are allowed to do, Yanez said. Nothing has been decided yet and any such move is not planned for the near future and any action will require careful planning and implementation. What we do, we do it right, Yanez said. An investment planned for the new location is a stone oven for pizza Yanez said. The new location features favorite craft brews on tap, shipped over from the Solomons location. The menu is made of tried and true customer favorites and the seafood that is so abundant in Southern Maryland. Photo By Sarah Miller The Piney Point location is in the midst of and Lila Meisinger enjoy the new an oyster farm, and the owners have agreed Jenny Ruddy Duck.
to partner with the Ruddy Duck and supply fresh seafood for their dishes and the new raw bar. They intend to operate in the spirit of an old-school seafood restaurant, Michael Kelley said. They buy local as much as possible at both locations, Lisa Kelley said. In addition to oysters, the restaurant will have locallycaught crabs and rockfish. They have a vested interest in the health of the watershed, Lisa Kelley said, and they believe in giving back their community. Because of this, during their dry-run night on July 25, all proceeds from the evening were donated to the St. Marys River Watershed Association. In addition to having the right menu for the location and community, restaurant own- Bob and Trish Parkinson share some fresh seafood. ers create the right ambiance for their space. Hiring the right staff is the third component for making a restaurant successful, Michael Kelley said. The Ruddy Ducks mission statement is to offer a vibrant space paired with artisan crafted food and delivered with passion, Lisa Kelley said, and they hire staff who can help the restaurant live up to that mission. A successful restaurant is dependant on a supportive community, and Southern Maryland has been open to the Ruddy Duck in both locations, Lisa Kelley said. It takes a village, and were grateful for our place in this one.
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Things to Consider Before Changing Careers

The days when men and women would work for the same company for decades are largely a thing of the past. Though some professionals still remain loyal to a single firm for the duration of their careers, such instances are now the aberration as opposed to the norm. Switching firms or careers has certainly become more acceptable over the years, but that does not necessarily mean everyone who switches jobs is doing it for the right reason. Many people have switched jobs only to realize the grass is not greener on the other side. Others have switched jobs amidst economic uncertainty only to be laid off shortly after making the move. While the opportunity for a fresh start is nothing to scoff at, professionals looking to change careers should consider a host of factors before deciding to do so. Motivation: Before changing careers, it's best to sit down and honestly assess what is motiving your potential move. If you harbor a strong desire to pursue a passion and make it your career, then changing careers is probably something you must do. But changing careers because you feel if you are slighted by a current employer or you feel like changing for the sake of change, then you might want to reconsider. If you're considering a change because of an issue with your present employer, try working out the issue before pursuing a career change. You might find the issue is a byproduct of miscommunication and not something to change careers over. If you want to change careers because you feel like you need a change, keep in mind how difficult the job market is and how vulnerable you might be if your next move does not pan out. Give your motivation some serious thought before making any career changes, and you're less likely to regret your decision. Experience: Pursuing a new career in a different field can be exciting, but if you lack experience in that field then you could be making a mistake. While the economy has rebounded in 2013, the job market is still highly competitive and less than ideal for inexperienced workers. While you will need to start somewhere if you ever hope to transition to a new career, consider doing so on a part-time or volunteer basis and keep your current job. This gives you a chance to get your feet wet and pad your resume, and you will still have the safety net of a full-time career. Quality of life: Quality of life is too often overlooked when professionals are considering a career change. Though the opportunity to make more money is enticing, money should not dictate your decision. A new job with a higher salary might require you to be on the road more often than your current career, negatively impacting your quality of life, especially if you have a family. Longer hours at the office may also take away from family or personal time, which can affect your quality of life as well. Before changing careers, think of the potential impact such a change may have on you and if you're willing to live with that impact. Relocation: Better jobs might be available in a different job market, but there are disadvantages to relocating. Many established professionals already have a network of friends, family and fellow professionals, and abandoning that network for a new life in another city can be extremely difficult. Single workers might adjust more easily to a relocation, but parents must consider the potential impact a relocation will have on their families. Even single professionals might find moving to a new city where they have no established social circle is far more difficult than they imagined. Such a move can cause feelings of loneliness and isolation. Unemployed professionals may feel that's a risk worth taking, but those who already have a job should determine if a relocation is really something they are ready to try.
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While there are no pottery wheels or wet clay for making pottery of ones own, owner Nicole Kerfoot hopes to change that soon. There are none, yet, she said. Kerfoot also offers several weeklong summer camps for children ages six to 12 with varied themes ranging from animals and nature to different painting techniques. They switch up the projects to keep things interesting, Kerfoot said. The camps are usually run from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and the amount of camps offered varies according to the demand. Next year, Kerfoot hopes to include a pre-school ages camp as well. We have volunteers to help, she said.
The Pottery Patch offers several specialty nights each month, including discount days where studio fees are cut in half. They host birthday parties upon request, and offer special customized pottery pieces where the staff creates pieces based on the concept given by the customer. At its core, The Potter Patch is a paint your own pottery studio, Kerfoot said. The piece of pottery that is to be painted is selected, an idea for the look of the piece can be made up, or there are stencils and stamps to choose from, the colors are selected, the piece is crafted and then left at the Pottery Patch for glazing and firing. Pick-up is a week later. If a piece is not claimed in a month, the piece becomes property of the Pottery Patch for display use or charity donation. The Pottery Patch is located in the Dunkirk town center at 10735 Town Center Blvd. Suite #5. For more information on the studio, visit thepotterypatch.weebly.com, email them at thepotterypatch@ comcast.net, or call 301-327-5047. news@countytimes.net
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This is a rebuttal to the outrageous stance given by the letter from Joyce Bennett who preached slander against our great State of Maryland. She is correct that Maryland has a southern heritage and geography and history, but that does NOT mean that we have any connection to the racist traitors of the Civil War. Her obnoxious claim that African Americans from Maryland who fought for the North do not count (do not prove) Marylands loyalty for President Lincoln or for the union of the United States is an ugly racist claim by Joyce Bennett. As in she still today only wants to count the opinion of white folks. And her group wants the so-called southern States today to legally secede from the USA and wants a revival of the southern way of life as in they want to put the African American people back again into subordinate submission. The decent people of all kinds will never let her group succeed. Her letter goes on to say that our Point Lookout was not a
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part of the North, and indeed it was not north as instead Point Lookout was a part of the United States just as was our Maryland. We are neither north or south as we are all together the USA. Her claim that Maryland was a part of the southern USA is fine, but we were NOT any part of Dixie as she claims, and we were not a part of the racist traitors who rebelled against our American flag. She gives several references to the State of Virginia, and Virginia along with our Maryland were both members of the original 13 colonies which first created the USA. Of the 13 stripes on our American flag one stripe is for Virginia and another stripe is for Maryland, because our American flag was created by those same 13 colonies. There are claims that the rebel traitor general Lee was fighting for his State of Virginia, and as such the people from Maryland are expected to fight for our State too, but it was George Washington who came from Virginia, as did Thomas Jefferson, and many others from Virginia and from Maryland were the ones who created the Union (the USA) in the first place. So the rebel general Lee was not loyal to his State, while Lee and everyone like him were traitors to their own United States, and they took up arms against their own American flag. As such we in Maryland can be proud that our State did not align itself with those American traitors, along with their racist and immoral cause. Both President Lincoln and our American General Sherman knew exactly how to deal with the racist traitor mentality, and that was at the end of a bayonet hoisted by Federal troops, and that is what Joyce Bennett and her group needs to be reminded of. JP Cusick Hollywood, Md.
By Glenn Mollette
American Politics, Human Failures - Help Available for All

gestive text and instant messages to male teens. It seems as if it usually boils down to sex but not always. Richard Nixon was run out of Washington because of Watergate and Ted Kennedy almost lost his political career over the Chappaquiddick car crash that took the life of Mary Jo Kopechne. In 1922 Interior Secretary Albert B. Fall was found guilty of bribery, fined $100,000 and sentenced to one year in prison in what is remembered as the Teapot Dome Scandal. Human failure is rampant in politics, mainly because politicians are human beings prone to fall short. You may quickly name persons of unblemished service and there would be many but the problem with that is that you never know everything. Every human being is guilty of foul-ups, let downs and human failure. Even the Bible says all have come short. All means all of us. People actually talk about the faults and mistakes of others all the time. They talk about them in church prayer meetings under the guise of prayer requests. That usually happens like this: "Please pray for Brother John I understand he hasn't been making his house payment. Or pray for Jane Doe I understand she has been having an affair." The prayer request ends up being gossip with religious gunk on it. We gather in our little circles and make each other feel better as we talk about the faults of others. Granted you or your neighbor may not be running for public office and therefore you may feel you are exempt from life scrutiny. Just remember these people are human beings with a human nature and human problems and have the ability to fall short of perfection. We all have that nature. It's not a political party nature. Today everybody is talking about Weiner and Filner. One time it was Clinton, Craig, Nixon, Foley, Gingrich. Last year it was Herman Cain. Whew...I'm not slamming either party. This is not about right, left or moderate. Professional help is available and it's not restricted to a political party.
Glenn Mollette is an American columnist and author of American Issues and nine other books. Contact him directly at gmollette@aol.com like his facebook page at www.facebook. com/glennmollette
What do Anthony Weiner, Bob Filner, Eliot Spitzer, Thomas Jefferson, Franklin D. Roosevelt, John F. Kennedy, Martin Luther King, Bobby Kennedy and Bill Clinton all have in common? Think about it. It's not a political party answer. Obviously we can easily swing right and throw out names like Mark Sanford, Newt Gingrich, Larry Craig, Mark Foley and David Petraeus. There are several answers to this question. One answer - they all had or have a human failure problem. Thomas Jefferson is reported to have had six children with a mistress slave. How would that play out on cable news today? Ralph Abernathy reported in his book that King had a problem with white prostitutes and that a mistress was in the motel the night he was killed in Memphis. John F. Kennedy was reported to have had several affairs including one with Marilyn Monroe. His brother Bobby was also alleged to have been involved with Monroe. Roosevelt was accused of having numerous women in his life including a twenty-year affair with his secretary. And then there was Bill Clinton. Jimmy Carter drew national attention when he admitted to being an adulterer during his Presidential campaign. He said he had committed adultery many times. He referred to what Jesus said in Matthew 5:27 -28 "You have heard that it was said, 'You shall not commit adultery. But I tell you that anyone who looks at a woman lustfully has already committed adultery with her in his heart." I suppose a new translation of the Bible someday may say if a person has lusted after another person. It could work both ways. Carter was further criticized because he gave this interview to Playboy magazine. I think there is a difference between thinking something and actually doing it... but according to Jesus human failure begins in the heart and this is what Carter was talking about. Sanford admitted to an affair with an Argentinian woman. Craig pleaded guilty to disorderly conduct after being arrested by a policeman at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport for lewd conduct. Foley was accused of sending sug-
Our World is Run by Politicians, Corporations and Millionaires

What has happened to the world we are living in at this time? Our world is run by politicians, corporations and millionaires, The rest of the people are servants to these groups. The about groups decide every move we make. They become involved in matters that only apply in other countries. Our country supports the rest of the world. We, as a country are told we are broke, yet when a world incident occurs, who picks up the tab; the country that tells its citizens, we are broke; Citizens must tighten their belts. We pay taxes to support out country, not the rest of the world. Politicians do nothing to help their constituents. They send out military to fight in wars that really mean nothing to their constituents. Our President spends out money as if her were a dictator in lieu of a President. He preaches economy but disregards his familys way of living. He spends millions of taxpayers monies touring the World. Our Royal Congress refuse to do their job and do not know what negotiate means. They do their job if it helps the upper class and the corporations or other countries, The majority of our Royal Congress incomes are in the upper class and are safe in their Ivory Towers. They only pass bills that serve to enrich themselves. For example: the Farm Bill has passed the House. This bill was originally passed to help the small farmers. Now it only benefits the large so-called farmers. Sorry, small farmers, the so-call large farmers need to fill their pockets. Defense employees began to take their furlough days, impact on the DOD employees vary. It is unfair to these employees as they did not create the situation in this country. Our Royal Congress created the problem but taxpayers pay for their inability to do their jobs. They sit in their Ivory Towers and have no worries. At this time Congress is preparing to give 1.5 billion taxpayer dollars to Egypt. This money is available for other countries but could be used to alleviate the DOD employees on furlong. The immigration bill is for one reason, to get eleven million people to vote for Congressional Members. This would enable the current useless Congressional Members to retain their positions, regardless of the fact that they are not qualified to perform their duties. Is this the right way to run a so-called Democracy? The only time constituents are needed is to vote for our self-serving Congressional Members. They specialize in giving American monies to everyone but their constituents. Where are the true patriots? Where are the people who will serve as our true representatives and will follow out Constitution in lieu of what is best for the world around us. They will give their constituents what they really need, leadership and to hell with the rest of the world. We are not the advisors or the leaders of other countries. Let them govern themselves without the taxpayers monies. Daniel J. Wilson Leonardtown
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By Guy Leonard Staff Writer Circuit Court Judge David W. Densford denied several attempts by a defendant in a murder case to have charges against him thrown out this week but held off giving a judgement on whether statements he made to police could be suppressed. The trial of Andre Bowman, of Laurel, begins next week with his being charged with the killing of Robert Lee McDowney in a home invasion in St. Inigoes back in February. James Kenneth Clay, alleged to have been the second man to enter into McDowneys home on Beachville Road in search of drugs and money Feb. 7, was found guilty of first-degree felony murder last week as well as second degree murder. Prosecutors painted Clay as the man who fired the shot that killed McDowney, a reputed drug dealer, but have charged Bowman with the same crimes because of his involvement. Bowmans attorney, Franklin Olmstead, sought to have certain of the charges against his client dropped including conspiracy to commit burglary. But the key issue was a recorded statement Bowman gave to local detectives at the detention center in Howard County following his detention in which his client seemed to ask for a lawyer first but then appeared to agree to talk freely with police.
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Densford listened to the audio and visual recording and found some of it unintelligible. He said he wanted a written transcript Andre Bowman of the recording so he could better ascertain whether his statements were still admissible at trial even after asking for an attorney. It looks like he agreed to talk to them without an attorney, Densford said, adding that when police urged Bowman to tell his side of the story or someone else would that it was an inducement but not a threat. Olmstead argued that on some of the other charges Bowman was charged incorrectly under Maryland law and that the items he was alleged to have stolen, about $600, was not properly identified by law officers. Densford said Maryland law did not require the property to be named in the charges and denied the motions. Bowmans trial on first-degree murder charges as well as other charges starts Aug. 6. guyleonard@countytimes.net
Two Golden Beach Fires Ruled As Arsons

By Guy Leonard Staff Writer Maryland State Fire Marshals say that two house fires that have taken place in Golden Beach in a little more than a weeks time were both set intentionally. The latest fire occurred about 4:30 a.m on Bay Drive at a vacant two-story home that 20 firefighters from Mechanicsville, Hughesville Waldorf and Benedict 20 minutes to control after they arrived on scene. No one was hurt as a result of the blaze but the damage to the structure was estimated at $135,000. Investigators believe the fire was started on the first floor of the house; the destruction of the structure was total. The first fire was set nine days prior at about 5:40 a.m in the 39000 block of Golden Beach Road and took 45 firefighters 20 minutes to control. Firefighters from eight separate companies from St. Marys, Charles and even Prince Georges counties came out to tame the blaze. Investigators believed the fire originated in the attached garage of the vacant house and caused $125,000 in damage. No one was injured in the fire. Fire marshals are seeking the publics assistance in solving the two arsons. Anyone with information on the crimes is asked to call the Southern Regional Office at 443-550-6820 or the Arson Hotline at 1-800-492-7529. guyleonard@countytimes.net
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Man Charged with Manslaughter in Pedestrian Strike

By Guy Leonard Staff Writer Prosecutors have charged a Great Mills man with the negligent killing of a 65-year-old pedestrian after he allegedly struck the victim with his car in a county subdivision back in November. Thomas Dion Gunn, 22, faces charges of criminally negligent manslaughter in the death of James Benjamin Clark, Jr. as well as failing to stop at the scene of a collision and also failing to return to the scene. Assistant States Attorney Laura Kaspar said it took months to finally charge Gunn because of the circumstances surrounding the case. There were no eyewitnesses, the investigators had to start with physical evidence on the scene, Kaspar told The County Times. Clark was struck and left in a ditch on the side of Harrison Street just off Chancellors Run Road at about 9:30 a.m. Nov. 11, Kaspar said, when a red truck driving along struck him directly. Police printed flyers and distributed them in the community the following day asking for information on the striking, Kaspar said; Gunn shortly thereafter turned himself in to the county sheriffs office. Kaspar said Gunn has not admitted to striking Clark and that he doesnt recall striking [Clark.] Clark lived in the subdivision there, Kaspar said, while Gunn had stayed there with a friend overnight and was leaving to visit a relative. Prosecutors are still trying to find out how Gunn could not have known he had struck a pedestrian; they say there was no indication that drugs or alcohol were involved. The blow to Clark was from the front area of the red truck Gunn had been driving that morning, Kaspar said, and had not been a glancing hit. Clark was unconscious after the strike and never regained consciousness, Kaspar said. His family eventually made the decision to remove Clarks life support, she said. Gunn faces three years in prison for the negligent manslaughter charge and five years each for the hit-and-run counts. guyleonard@countytimes.net
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By Guy Leonard Staff Writer A man sentenced to prison for causing the deaths of two women in a series of motor vehicle collisions back in November of 2011 has filed for relief with the Court of Special Appeals, claiming the judges verdict was in error based on evidence at trial. Robert William Rice, Jr. was found guilty in a bench trial of multiple counts back on Aug. 23 last year including culpability in the deaths of Chernica Boyland and Lisa Proctor. His lawyer James Farmer argued in court and in the recent appeal that his client suffered from severe hypoglycemia on the day of the accident and was not aware of his actions at the time. The appeal argues that too much weight was given to witnesses at the scene of the collision who did not have expert opinions as to Rices behavior. Several said he appeared to be driving and behaving erratically, even belligerently during the time in question. No matter how the burden is assessed the appellant proved beyond all reasonable doubt that he was unaware of his conduct due to severe hypoglycemia, Farmer wrote in the appeal. Although unawareness by itself is not enough, the trial court never found that the appellants unawareness was through voluntary intoxication but instead erroneously found against the weight of the evidence that the appellant was aware. On the day of the accident, Aug. 4, 2011, Rice drove his Chevy Silverado into two separate Toyota minivans and then crossed the centerline on Point Lookout Road in Callaway near Campcosoma Road and struck a Chevy Impala with both Boyland and Proctor inside. The driver of the first Toyota minivan, Sophie Newberry, testified she saw Rice drive up behind her, take his hands off the wheel, wave them in the air and even laid down briefly in the passenger as he was driving, according to Farmers filing. By the time they both reached the intersection at Piney Point Road on Route 5 Newberry testified Rice pulled up along side and began yelling at her and made an obscene gesture. When the light turned green Newberry drove away but heard Rices tires squeel while he was still at the red light in the turn lane and subsequently struck her vehicle. He continued on down the road, she testified, at a high rate of speed while driving on the shoulder. Rice struck another Toyota minivan driven by Dyhalma Trudell before veering off to strike the Impala. A sheriffs deputy who interviewed Rice after the accident while at Baltimore Shock Trauma testified Rice told him that day he had gotten up, took insulin, ate lunch, went to a gym session, gone to visit his parents, taken a protein shake then went home and then went to take a shower. The next thing he remembered was being in a helicopter and being told he was in a car accident, the appeal reads regarding Deputy Timothy Reeses testimony. Other witnesses on the scene with extensive medical knowledge and experience with diabetes said after taking a reading of Rices blood sugar levels that they were very low, Farmers appeal reads. Farmer argued in his appeal that Rices apparent erratic and belligerent behavior could be explained by his low blood sugar levels according to medical experts. guyleonard@countytimes.net
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Mission BBQ Gives to Shop with a Cop
On July 25, Mission BBQ presented Sheriff Timothy Cameron and Detective Corporal William Raddatz of the St. Marys County Sheriffs Office, as well as Assistant States Attorney Joseph Stanalonis, with a check for $3,071.48. The money was raised at the July 17, BBQ Bash and Fundraiser, held at Mission BBQ in California, Maryland. The proceeds directly benefit the Shop with a Cop program. Shop with a Cop, Inc. is a non-profit organization that is co-sponsored by the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 7 and the Optimist Clubs in St. Marys County. This program is chartered to assist children whose families are having economic hardships. The intent of the program is to provide these children with a positive experience dealing with members of law enforcement, while having a memorable shopping experience before Christmas and before their return to school in the fall. Since its inception, members of the St. Marys County Sheriffs Office, Maryland State Police, Maryland Natural Resources Police, Naval Criminal Investigative Service, Charles County Sheriffs Office, Federal Bureau of Investigation, U.S. Coast Guard, Maryland State Fire Marshal, U.S. Capitol Police, Patuxent River Department of Defense Police, St. Marys College Public Safety Office, Maryland Park Rangers (Point Lookout State Park), Public Safety - College of Southern Maryland and local Optimist clubs work each year to make the program a success. We would like to thank Mission BBQ for allowing us the opportunity to raise funds for a program that directly benefits our community. We also thank all of those that showed, enjoying excellent food and time with family and friends. If you would like more information concerning the Shop with a Cop program, please direct your inquiries to: Cpl. William Raddatz at William.Raddatz@ stmarysmd.com or 301-475-4200 ext. 1958.
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1st Degree Burglary/Stalking/Driving While Intoxicated On July 27, at approximately 11:21 p.m., Deputies responded to a residence on Wheatleys Apartment Way in Leonardtown, Md., for a suspicious incident. Upon Deputy James Lloyds arrival, he observed a vehicle leaving the immediate area and captured the Maryland Registration on the vehicle. Deputy Lloyd made Lavallee contact with the victim who advised someone was banging on her door. Victim advised the subject attempted to gain entry to her residence through several windows. The Emergency Communications Center advised Deputy Lloyd the registration returned to Dennis Lee Lavallee Jr., 29 of Charlotte Hall, Md. The victim advised she knew Lavallee and has had prior incidents involving Lavallee stalking her. Deputy Heath Adams located and stopped the vehicle driven by Lavallee. Upon contact, Deputy Adams observed signs of intoxication. Deputy Lloyd responded to Deputy Adams location and requested Lavalle to complete Field Sobriety Tests, at which time Lavallee refused. Lavallee was arrested and charged with 1st Degree Burglary/Burglary/Stalking/Driving While Intoxicated. 2nd Degree Assault On July 26, Deputy Blaine Gaskill responded to a residence on Dutchmans Drive, Lexington Park, Md., for an assault. Deputy Gaskill met with the victim who advised she was in an argument with Richard Clayton Hewitt, 37 of Lexington Park, Md., on July Hewitt 25. The argument escalated when Hewitt began throwing items at the victim, striking her and causing injury. Hewitt was arrested and charged with 2nd Degree Assault.
2nd Degree Assault On July 28, at approximately 12:25 a.m., Deputy Jason Kerns responded to a residence in the area of 21000 Point Lookout Drive, Lexington Park, Md., for an assault. Deputy Kerns made contact with the victim who advised, Maria Dolores Morris, 43 of Lexington Park, Md., Morris hit him with the television remote during an argument. Deputy Kerns did not observe physical injury and all parties advised there would be no further incidents. At approximately 2:45 a.m., Deputy Kerns responded back to the same residence for another assault. Deputy Kerns met with Morris and the victim who advised they were involved in another argument that escalated when Morris grabbed a bag the victim was in possession of causing injury to the victim. Morris was arrested and charged with 2nd Degree Assault. 2nd Degree Assault On July 27, Deputy Anthony Cole responded to a residence on Park Avenue in Leonardtown, Md., for an assault. Deputy Cole met with Jeremiah Matthew Burton, 34 of Leonardtown, Maryland. Burton advised Deputy Cole, he was involved in an argument with the victim. Burton The argument escalated when he lost his temper, slapping the victim causing injury. Burton was arrested and charged with 2nd Degree Assault. 2nd Degree Assault, Disorderly Conduct and Fail to Obey a Lawful Order On July 27, Deputies responded to the area of Willow Lane and Winter Bloom Lane in Lexington Park, Md., for an assault. The Emergency Communications Center received a call ad-
vising a male and female subject were in the roadway physically fighting. Upon arrival, Deputy Timothy Shomper observed several people standing outside of their houses, pointing to a man and woman walking down the street. Deputy Shomper observed the female subject to have blood on her shirt and the male subjects shirt was ripped. Deputy Shomper attempted to make contact with the male subject, later identified as Craig Ryan Scopin, 23 of Lexington Park, Md., when he fled on foot. After a brief foot pursuit, Scopin was detained for further investigation. Deputy Shomper met with the victim who advised she was involved in an argument with Scopin that escalated into an assault. Deputy Shomper observed swelling and bruising to the victims face. Scopin was arrested and charged with 2nd Degree Assault, Disorderly Conduct and Fail to Obey a Lawful Order. Theft under $1,000/Possession of a Controlled Dangerous Substance and Paraphernalia On July 27, Deputies responded to Sears Department Store in California, Maryland, for a reported Theft. Deputy Jean Vezzosi met with a Sears employee who advised John Robert Townshend, 54 of Great Mills, Md., entered the business; removed product and exited the store passing all points of sale without paying Townshend for the item. The Sears employee confronted Townshend who gave the employee the stolen item and then left the area in a vehicle. Trooper Mersman of the Maryland State Police located the vehicle and Townshend off of Merval Dean Road in Hollywood, Md. Search incident to arrest revealed Townshend to be in possession of a smoking device for a Controlled Dangerous Substance with suspected cocaine residue. Townshend was arrested and charged with Theft $1000 and Possession of a Controlled Dangerous Substance and Paraphernalia.
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By Guy Leonard Staff Writer Last week Governor Martin OMalley released an ambitious plan to further reduce greenhouse gas emissions in Maryland by 25 percent within the next seven years. The plan calls for energy providers to use a greater share of renewable energy sources like solar and wind power by 2020 as part of their offerings to customers as well as counties to increase the amount of waste they recycle to 60 percent. OMalley also made the case for making sure that all products used in the state can be either reused, recycled or composted. Climate change is not an ideological issue any more than gravity is, OMalley told scientists, public officials and business leaders at a summit in Baltimore July 25. As severe weather events continue to grow in size and impact and elongated trends in poor air quality continue, the costs of inaction would grow exponentially. In Maryland we are moving forward and taking action by creating green jobs and protecting our land, water, air and public health. But this plan, which the OMalley administration claims will produce 37,000 green jobs and produce a net economic benefit of $1.6 billion, may come at a high cost. According to the administrations own plan some of its programs would create green jobs but also abolish others, sometimes at a negative economic impact and increased costs. One program would create new regulations for greenhouse gas emissions from fossil fuel-powered energy plants; the projections show it would employ 40 people with about $1.2 million in wages and would account for about $28.3 million in net economic benefit. Another program, the Maryland Clean Cars program, which places stringent emissions standards on cars made in 2011 and beyond, once fully operational would support about 1,312 jobs and generate $678.8 million in net economic benefit and $27.2 million in wages on average annually, the plan claims. Programs such as the one that would regulate emissions from heavy duty trucks and other vehicles, though, would actually eliminate jobs; that particular program would do away with 915 jobs, cost $3.2 billion in net economic benefit and account for a loss of $59.6 million in wages on average annually, the plan projected. Other programs would create green jobs and wages but conversely have a negative economic impact. One program that would continue to push the use of electric cars and vehicles that use energy other than fossil fuels would support 88 jobs and generate about $2.5 million in wages but cost about $15.7 million to implement. The plan projects the total costs of statewide implementation to be about $32.4 billion with the benefits totaling $33.9 billion; the difference is the states projected net benefit of $1.6 billion. That is about equal to the sum of the Prince Georges County Board of Education funding request for fiscal 2014. Del. Anthony ODonnell (RDist.29C) criticized the plan as unattainable and exorbitantly expensive to regular citizens. He wants to change the worlds climate from his perch in Annapolis but people are already struggling with higher gas prices and energy bills. He has no sense of people struggling to make ends meet. The plan also holds out other options to reduce greenhouse gases from the transportation sector of the economy, such as tax increases. Page No. 147 of the plan states that increases in gas taxes as well as the sales tax, specifically for infrastructure improvements, could be used to push consumers to use transportation methods other than those powered by fossil fuels. Steven Anderson, director of the St. Marys County Department of Economic and Community Development, said the goals in OMalleys plan were laudable but would only succeed if they were driven by market forces. Currently, despite rising gasoline prices, fossil fuel use still overwhelmingly drove the market and the economy, he said, and the success or failure of the far-reaching plan depended on a radical upswing in prices for fossil fuel to make expensive and relatively unproven alternative energy sources viable. Right now theyre buying low cost oil and propane, Anderson said of providers. If they have to implement the expense of the change that will be passed on to consumers. Wind and solar power can only succeed if the market is on board and I dont think its on board right now.
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Anderson said the economic benefits of the plan were still only projections but he was concerned about the loss of jobs in certain sectors of the economy since green jobs might not materialize. We cant throw people out of work on a speculation, Anderson said. Still the economic benefits of the plan, if executed properly, could be real as would the intangible benefits of having a cleaner environment and a better quality of life. But he warned that if the state attempts to enact the plan much the same way it did with the Septic Bill, which in its initial form made it cost prohibitive for certain homeowners to comply with tough pollution standards, the costs could outweigh the benefits. The state has since instituted a grant program for septic system users to replace or repair their systems. If you overburden people with taxes that would be incorrect, Anderson said. Anything that would result in something like the Septic Bill before the grant program would be fundamentally unfair. The state had to move cautiously and strategically in implementing the plan, he said, or it could harm the economy it sought to help. It could negatively impact a fragile economy, Anderson said. Tom Dennison, spokesman for the Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative (SMECO), said the provider was still analyzing the possible impacts on energy rates. Its hard to put a cost to the plan, Dennison said. Its fair to say renewable [energy] mandates will come with a cost but they come with benefits as well. guyleonard@countytimes.net
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By Doug Watson Contributing Writer Mechanicsville Md.s Derrick Quade scored his second feature win of the season in last Friday nights 20-lap Limited late Model feature at Potomac speedway. The win for Quade, was his career 7th at Potomac, and first since the season-opener back in March. Quade and Ryan Hackett shared the front-row for the start of the event, with Quade gaining the race lead on the first-circuit. Quade would go on to lead all 20-laps, but it was not an easy journey to victory lane. Ryan Hackett chased Quade for most of the event , but could not make the pass for the lead. A lap-19 caution set the stage for another epic Potomac finish. Twelfth-starting Kyle Lear had made his way to 3rd and when the green was displayed to re-start the event, Lear cleared Hackett as the entered turn-one, setting his sights on Quade. Lear got close to Quade going into turn three, but Quade was not to be denied and would take the win by two-car lengths at the checkered. Starting spots mean so much down here and were able to capitalize starting up front tonight Quade stated during his post-race interview. I really didnt want to see that lap-19 caution, but I knew we had a good enough car to win, and I just want to thank Joe, Stretch and all the people who help on this car, it was awesome tonight. Hackett settled for third,
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Keith Jackson was fourth with Daryl Hills rounding out the top-five. Heats went to Lear and Quade. Current Street Stock point leader Darren Alvey scored his fourth feature win of the season in the divisions 16-lap contest. Alvey, who started 3rd, snared the race lead from Mike Latham on lap-8 and would run and hide as he took the win by a wide margin over Latham. Mike Raleigh was third, Barry Williams took fourth with Troy Kassiris filling the front-five. Latham was the heat winner. Billy Hill scored his second win of the season in the 15lap U-Car main. Hill came from his 4th staring spot to grab the race lead from Ryan Clement and would go on to post a commanding win. Mark Pollard was second, Speed Alton took third, Cori French was fourth with Erica Bailey rounding out the top-five. Heats went to Hill and Bailey. Jonathon Raley was the winner of another wild 15-lap Hobby Stock main for his third win of the season. Jerry Deason started 2nd, and lead every lap to score the win, however Deason failed a post race inspection handing the win to Raley who rebounded from a lap-1 spin to apparently finish second to Deason. Ed Pope Jr. was second, point leader Jamie Sutphin was third, Matt Tarbox fourth with Greg Morgan rounding out the top-five. Heats went to Sutphin and Raley.
Limited Late Model feature finish 1. Derrick Quade 2. Kyle Lear 3. Ryan Hackett 4. Keith Jackson 5. Daryl Hills 6. Billy Farmer 7. Tyler Emory 8. Dave Adams 9. Tim Shelton 10. Frankie Latham 11. Rich Marks 12. Ben Bowie 13. Pat Wood 14. Jimmy Jesmer Jr. 15. James Carte Street Stock feature finish 1. Darren Alvey 2. Mike Latham 3. Mike Raleigh 4. Barry Williams 5. Troy Kassiris 6. Dale Reamy 7. Marty Hanbury 8. Jerry Deason 9. Teddy Dickson 10. Scott Wilson 11. Stuart Wells U-Car feature finish 1. Billy Hill 2. Mark Pollard 3. Speed Alton 4. Cori French 5. Erica Bailey 6. Mikey Latham 7. Megan Mann 8. DJ Powell 9. Charlotte Ball 10. Sam Raley 11. Jonathon Pritt 12. Darrell Ferree 13. Ryan Pritt 14. Michael Pfaff (DQ) 15. Kevin Pollard (DQ) 16. Ryan Clement (DQ) Hobby Stock feature finish 1. Jonathon Raley 2. Ed Pope Jr. 3. Jamie Sutphin 4. Matt Tarbox 5. Greg Morgan 6. Gage Perkins 7. Ernie Dettbarn 8. Kenny Sutphin 9. John Burch 10. Brian Adkins 11. Sam Archer 12. Kevin Lear 13. Jerry Deason (DQ)
Grudge Racing at MIR on Saturday

This Friday night, August 2, MIR will host the Speed Unlimited Midnight Madness Series. The Midnight Madness series is a great place to check out street legal drag racing, hang out with your friends, enjoy great food, meet new people, and cruise the pits. You can even enter your own streetcar or street bike into the event for time runs, grudge runs, or trophy racing. Its safe, fun, affordable, and legal. Plus, this Friday night will feature the Outlaw Drag Radial heads-up class. Gates will open at 6:30 p.m. and first round eliminations will start at 10pm for all classes. General Admission for adults is $10, and kids 11 & under are free. Race Entry Fee is only $20. On Saturday, August 3, MIR will host the Afterdark Underground Grudge Racing event. This event will feature the East Coast's most famed grudge racers in a north vs. south battle with attitudes and egos on the line. The event will also include the Custom T's Extreme Back Half Shootout, the Paradise Racing Import Shootout, the JRT Trans BB Conventional Head Shootout, and Nanu's Grudge Bike Shootout. Gates open at 1 p.m. and we race all day until 1 a.m. Admission is $20 for spectators and crew, and $50 for all racers. On Sunday, August 4, MIR will host another full day Test & Tune. Time runs, grudge runs, testing, and tuning all day long! MIR will also have a free $1,000 to win gamblers race for the bracket racers.So bring your grudge matches, street cars, pro cars, bracket cars, imports, motorcycles, and Jr. Dragsters to MIR!Gates open at 10 a.m., eliminations begin at 3 p.m., and the test & tune is over at 6 p.m. Admission is just $15. For more detailed information on these events call the 24-Hour Dragline Hotline at 301-884-RACE or visit us at www.mirdrag. com
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By Kimberly Alston Contributing Writer The 2013 Lawnmower Races are being held this year, marking the 9th year the at the event has taken place in St. Marys County. According to Chairman Ronnie Mattingly, these races are major fundraisers for local corporations including the Great Mills Trading Post and the United Sight Services. The events, Mattingly said, hold a lot of interest in the area and the crowds are really great. People come from Canada to our races, Mattingly said. He hopes to continue holding the Lawnmower Races here in Maryland as long as people are interested. Mattingly coordinates between the local lawnmower race group and the Lawnmower Race Association, which runs the national races. There are about 15 events each year in various places around the country such as Florida, Tennessee and Ohio. This year, there are four racers from St. Marys County competing in the races, including Jason Brown from Plummets, who has won 9 races total, and for the last four years has competed in the national circuit. Brown, who has been competing for about 8 years, describes the Lawnmower Races as very different, pretty exciting, but not really something you could picture. People are really laid back, he said, and everyone has a good time. In the races, he said, lawnmowers can hit speeds of 50 or more miles per hour. Brown began racing in order to raise money for the rescue squad and optimist club in St. Marys Country. When he began, he
was sponsored by Sand G heat and air conditioning, a local business as well. To begin racing, Brown advises to visit local events and get a feeling for a class to compete in. From there, he said, its about getting machine ready to compete in race day. To do that, he said to focus first on the engine work, being that the wrong type of engine can pose as a safety hazard for both the driver and other competitors in the race. After that, he said, redo the steering and brake system, and youre pretty much good to go. People go out to races to have a good time, Brown said, emphasizing that racers are a really laid back group of people. There have been several local racers to start com-
peting in the past year, eight in total, from Calvert, St. Marys, and Charles counties. We try to help each other out, giving tips and stuff to each other, Brown said. Its just about having fun. The Lawnmower Races in St. Marys county are taking place Friday, August 2 and Saturday, August 3 from 2 to 9 p.m. at Bowles Farms in Clements. Admission is $10 per person and children eight and under are free. For more information, visit www. bowlesfarms.com/LawnMower_Race.php or call 301-475-2139 news@countytimes.net
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The County Times runs complimentary obituaries as submitted by funeral homes and readers. We run them in the order we receive them. Any submissions that come to news@countytimes.net after noon on Tuesdays may run in the following weeks edition.
Doris Ann Gonnella, 75

Doris Ann Gonnella, age 75, of North Beach, Md., passed away July 23,at Washington Adventist Hospital in Takoma Park, Md. She was born August 19, 1937 in Sophia, West Virginia to John Robert and Leona Sybil (Patterson) Blackburn. She attended school in Sophia, WV and moved to Prince Georges County as a young woman. Doris married Al A. Gonnella on January 28, 1961 in Central Baptist Church, Bladensburg, Md. After their marriage, the couple resided in Lothian and Bowie until moving to North Beach in 2001. Doris was a data entry clerk for the Prince Georges County School System in Upper Marlboro, retiring in 1999 with 29 years of service. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Deale. Doris enjoyed traveling and spending time with her grandchildren. Doris was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Al on July 20, 2002 and a granddaughter. Surviving are a daughter Crystal Mozingo and her husband John of Chesapeake Beach, Md.; three sons David E. Gonnella and his wife Elaine of Rockdale, Tx., Stephen V Gonnella and his wife Vickie of St. Cloud, Fla., and Mark E. Blackburn of North Beach, Md.; seven grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Friends called on Monday, July 29, from 10 a.m. to 12 noon at Rausch Funeral Home, P.=A., where a funeral service and celebration of Doris life was held at 12 noon. Interment followed at
Ft. Lincoln Cemetery, Brentwood, Md. Memorial contributions may be made to American Heart Association or the American Diabetes Association. The family wishes to extend a special thank you to Washington Adventist Hospital staff for their compassionate care of Doris. For information or to leave a condolence visit www.rauschfuneralhomes. com
James Latham Mattingly, Jr, 63

James Jimbo Latham Mattingly, Jr., 63 of Chaptico, Md., died July24, at his residence. Born March 22, 1950 in Washington, DC, he was the son of the late Hazel Toute Mattingly and James Latham Mattingly, Sr. Jimbo is survived by his wife Patricia Ann Hayden Mattingly of Chaptico, Md., children; Tonya Knott, Jimmy Mattingly of Fla., Michael Mattingly of Chaptico, Md., Stacy Walling and Katrina Whittington both of Lexington Park, Md., and Jami Ransom of Levant , ME, siblings; Gloria Bolt of Willis, Va., George Mattingly of Lexington Park, Md., Brenda of Indian Head, Md., Willie Mattingly of Hollywood, Md., Joseph Mattingly of Colonial Beach, Va., Priscilla Mattingly, Debra Kane of Leonardtown, Md., Susan Mattingly of Hollywood, Md., Mary Mattingly of Pa., Rosie Mattingly, Cindy Mattingly of Mechanicsville, Md., Alice Mattingly of Waldorf, Md., Judith Whorl of Mechanicsville, Md., Carla of Great Mills, Md., Michelle Messineo of Leonardtown, Md., and Linda of New York., he is also survived by 18 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. In addition to his parents Jimbo was preceded in death by his siblings; Barbara Mattingly, and John Mattingly. Jimbo was a lifelong resident of St. Marys county, he loved his garden, and fishing with his best fishing buddy Ralph Johnson. The family recieved friends on Monday, July 29, from 9 to 10 a.m., in the MattingleyGardiner Funeral Home, P.A. A Funeral Service was held on Monday, July 29, at 10 a.m. in the Funeral Home Chapel with Deacon Bill Nickerson officiating. Interment followed in Charles Memorial Gardens, Leonardtown, Md.
were Don Pilkerton, Lawrence Pilkerton, Jay Pilkerton, Stanley Pilkerton, Mike Farr, and Warren Webb. Contributions can be made to the Seventh District Volunteer Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 7, Avenue, MD 20609 and/or Hospice of St. Marys, P.O. Box 625, Leonardtown, MD 20650.
James Robert Clarke, 56

James Robert Robbie Clarke, 56, of Hollywood, Md., passed away on July 18, in Leonardtown, Md. Born on February 13, 1957 in Leonardtown, Md., he was the son of Rose Cyrilla Clarke and William Bernard Clarke, Sr. of Hollywood, Md. James is survived by his daughter Melissa Marie Clarke of Hollywood, Md., brother William B. Clarke, Jr., of Leonardtown, Md., and sister Sandra L. Withraw of Culpeper, Va. Robbie graduated from Chopticon High School in 1975, and was a lifelong St. Marys County resident. Robbie worked for a Government Contractor as a Maintenance worker and was a former employee of the Morale Welfare Recreation Center. A Memorial Service was held on Wednesday, July 31, at 6 p.m. with Father Ray Schmidt officiating in the Hollywood Fire Department Bingo Hall, Hollywood, Md. Arrangements were provided by the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, P.A., Leonardtown, MD
Francis Donald Aud, 82

Francis Donald Aud, 82 of Lexington Park, Md., died July 22, at the Charlotte Hall Veterans Home. Born June 21, 1931 in Valley Lee, Md., he was the son of the late Michael Ignatius and Agatha Aileen Matthews Aud. Donald was married to the late Grace Roundtree Aud whom he married in May of 1969 and preceded him in death on December 21, 2002. Mr. Aud is survived by his siblings; Regina Brookbank of Glen Burnie, Md., Benedict Aud, and Betty Anne Norris both of Leonardtown, Md. In addition to his parents Donald was preceded in death by his siblings; Christine Stone, Hazel Turner, and Reginald Aud. Donald was a lifelong resident of St. Marys County; he graduated from St. Michaels School in 1949. He served in the United States Navy from 1949 to 1953. He was a Home Builder. A Graveside Service was held in Charles Memorial Gardens, Leonardtown, Md., on Thursday, July 25, with Deacon Bill Nickerson officiating.
Harold Joseph Bracken, 90

Harold Joseph Harry Bracken, 90 of Lexington Park, Md., died on July 28, at his residence. Born August 24, 1922 in New York, he was the son of the late Catherine and Harry Bracken. Harry was the youngest child and only boy, and was spoiled by his four older sisters. Harry married Doris Ann Kautz on September 27, 1943 while stationed in New Orleans, LA. She was the love of his life. They were always together and stayed together. They met in New York at age 15, and they celebrated 66 years together before her death in 2009. Harry enlisted in the Navy right after graduating from high school in August of 1940. His mother had to give permission for him to go into active duty because of his young age. That was the beginning of his 26 year career in the US Navy. His service record and devotion to duty during times of national emergency included WW II, the Korean War, the Cuban and Dominican Republic crises, and the war in Vietnam. By virtue of honorable and faithful service, he received the National Defense Service Medal, the American Theatre Campaign Medal, the WWII Victory Medal, the Navy Occupation Service Medal with Europe clasp, the American Defense Service Medal, the Antarctic Service Medal and the Good Conduct Award with seven stars. In addition he received a Navy Unit Commendation for his action during DEEP FREEZE SIXTY. While serving with AIRDEVRON SIX, he participated as Place Captain on a flight from Naval Air Facility, McMurdo Sound, Antarctica, to Wilkes Station, Antarctica, (a distance of 1,170 nautical miles), to evacuate an Australian National. This flight was made to an unprepared snow field where the ski-equipped plane landed, after most of the
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Linda Mae Pilkerton, 63

Linda Mae Pilkerton, 63, of Avenue, Md., passed away on July 27, in Avenue, Md. Born on September 9, 1949 in Leonardtown, Md., she was the daughter of the late Walter Bailey and Perlina Mae Downs. Linda Maeis survived by her husband Anthony AndyPilkerton whom she married in Holy Angels Catholic Church, Avenue, Md., on November 8, 1969.She is also survived by her children Kenny Pilkerton (Alice) of Shady Side, Md.; Craig Pilkerton (Heather) of Mechanicsville, Md.; Tracy Delahay (Richley) of Leonardtown, Md.; and Denise Hayden (Mark) of Mechanicsville, Md. Siblings, Gloria Jean Pilkerton and Brenda Kay Webb both of Avenue, Md., and 10 grandchildren. Linda Maegraduated from Chopticon High School, Morganza, Md., in 1967. She worked as the postmaster for the United States Post Office for 30 years retiring as postmaster of Chaptico, Md. in February 2012. The family recieved friends on Tuesday, July 30, from 5 to 8 p.m,. with prayers recited at 7 p.m. in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, Md. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on Wednesday, July 31, at 11 a.m., in Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Bushwood, Md., with Father Leonard James Downs officiating. Interment followed in the church cemetery. Pallbearers
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flight was over previously uncharted territory. His voluntary participation in this international event earned him a Navy Unit Citation. On another mission they flew over a range of uncharted land and there was a peak named after each airman, his being call Bracken Peak. During his career, Harry advanced from Seaman Recruit to Chief Petty Officer. His service as Flight Engineer, Plane Captain, Taxi Pilot and Quality Control Inspector on the C-130 aircraft was always outstanding in all respects. Harry retired in June 1966 from the Patuxent River Naval Air Station after 26 years of committed service. He continued to serve in a position of civil servant with the base water department. During his tenure with the water department, he attained a Bachelors Degree in Waste Management and was one semester shy of his Masters Degree. In his free time, he enjoyed doing research on the Civil War and military memorabilia, and adored his four legged companion Doby. She has been with his since his wifes death. Surviving Mr. Bracken are his children, Doris Dolly Shorback of Lexington Park, Md.; Patricia Biscoe (John) of Valley Lee, Md.; and Helen Philyaw (Jackie) of Lexington Park, Md.; 6 Grandchildren, 12 Great-Grandchildren and 3 Great Great-Grandchildren. In addition to his wife, he was predeceased by his sisters, Anna Cahill, Catherine Bracken, Margaret Wallace and Helen McNally. Family will receive friends for Mr. Brackens Life Celebration on Saturday, August 3, 2013 from 2 to 5 p.m. in the Brinsfield Funeral Home, 22955 Hollywood Road, Leonardtown, MD 20650. A funeral service will be held in the funeral home chapel at 3 p.m. Interment services will take place at Arlington National Cemetery on a later date. In lieu of flower, those desiring may direct memorial contributions to: Macular Degeneration Foundation, P.O. Box 531313, Henderson, NV 89053 or the American Cancer Society, 1041 Route 3 N Bldg. A, Gambrills, MD 21054 Condolences to the family may be made at www.brinsfieldfuneral.com. Arrangements by the Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A., Leonardtown, Md.
Linda Jean Russell, 63

Linda Jean Nana Russell, 63 of Lexington Park, Md., died July 24, at her residence. Family recieved friends for Lindas Life Celebration on Thursday, August 1 from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Brinsfield Funeral Home. A Memorial Service will be held at 3 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. Interment will be private. A full obituary will appear at a later date. Condolences to the family may be made at www.brinsfieldfuneral.com. Arrangements by the Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A., Leonardtown, MD.
James Ethelbert Russell, Sr., 97

James Ethelbert Bert Russell, Sr., 97, of Leonardtown, Md., died on July 26, at the St. Marys Hospice House in Callaway, Md. Born July 20, 1916, in Helen, Md., he was the son of the late Julia Raley Russell and Paul Ignatius Russell. Bert graduated from St. Marys Academy in 1935, and worked with his father and brothers on several farms. He told tender stories of the Hathaway Farm, his favorite place during his childhood years. Bert married the love of his life, Louise Cullins, in 1944, and in 1950, they moved to Silver Spring, Md., where he was employed by Bray and Scarff and GASCO warehousing companies for 37 years and became president of the company. Bert and his wife, Louise were devoted parishioners of St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church in Silver Spring, Md., and both worked as volunteers in the parishs community outreach program during their retirement years. After 45 years in Silver Spring, Bert, Louise, and their daughter, Betti moved back to the 7th District. He was devoted to his family and was a loving, faithful husband, father, grandfa-
ther, and great-grandfather. In his younger years, Bert enjoyed being with his family and friends, tinkering in his tool shed and remodeling the family home. He filled his later years with writing cards and notes to almost everyone he knew and loved, including little gifts or treats. For his 89th birthday, his daughter accompanied him on a trip to Tokyo, Japan, to visit his oldest grandson and his family. Additionally, the same year he visited the Grand Canyon with Beverlys family. Surviving Mr. Russell are his children, Brenda Russell Dunn of Lufkin, TX; Beverly Russell Hester (David) of Thornton, Co.; Elizabeth Betti Louise Russell of Leonardtown, Md.; and James Ethelbert Bud Russell, Jr. (Lori) of Clements, Md.; grandfather of Michael Thomas Dunn, Allyson Marie Dunn, Ryan Patrick Dunn, Kristen Leigh Duncan, Courtney Hester Baros, Heather Russell Farr, Christy Russell Koeniger, Brett Christopher Russell, Breanne Nicole Russell, Kyle Matthew Russell and Austin Blake Russell. Additionally, Bert has 10 great grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his wife, Louise, and daughter, Bonnie; and his siblings, Julia Russell Roussin, Kitty Russell, Rose Mary Russell, Paul Russell, Jr., and Ralph Russell. Family recieved friends for Berts Life Celebration on Wednesday, July 31, from 5 to 8 p.m. in the Brinsfield Funeral Home. Prayers will be recited at 7 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on Thursday, August 1, at 10 a.m. at Sacred Heart Church, Bushwood, Md. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Serving as pallbearers were Michael Dunn, Ryan Dunn, Brett Russell, Kyle Russell, Austin Russell, Bill Russell, Bob Russell, and Rich Roussin. Those desiring may direct memorial contributions to St. Marys Hospice House, P.O. Box 625, Leonardtown, Md. 20650 or The Center for Life Enrichment, 25089 Three Notch Rd., Hollywood Md. 20636. Condolences to the family may be made at www.brinsfieldfuneral.com. Arrangements by the Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A., Leonardtown, Md.
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Kids and teens are reminded that the librarys Summer Reading Programs will end Aug. 10. Any child completing the game board will earn a book. Summer storytimes and crafternoons end this week. The last meeting of the Camp Green Lake book group that meets on Wednesdays at the Lexington Park Library will be Aug. 14. Children can bring their stuffed animals for a storytime at 6:30 p.m. at the Leonardtown branch on Aug. 6 and then leave them for a sleepover. The children can watch a slide show of the animals adventures when they pick up their stuffed animals the next day.
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Lexington Park branch will show the movie that won the 2013 Oscar for Best Picture tomorrow, July 26, at 2 p.m. The R-rated movie is a dramatization of the 1980 joint CIA/Canadian secret operation to extract six fugitive American diplomatic personnel out of revolutionary Iran. Using hands-on activities, children ages 10 years and older, will explore and discover how archaeologists excavate underwater in brackish water. The program presented by NAWCAD Education Outreach Office and growingSTEMS will be held on tomorrow at 10 a.m. at Leonardtown branch and on Aug. 9 at 9:30 a.m. at Lexington Park branch. Registration is required. Lexington Park branch will have a butterfly release and storytime on Aug. 5 at 11 a.m. to celebrate their new Butterfly Garden and Active Learning Center. Entries for the Teen Writing Contest must be submitted by Aug. 10 to stmateens@stmalib.org and are to be either an original story or poem answering the question, Whats beneath the surface? The winner will receive magnetic poetry and Natalie Goldbergs book, Writing Down the Bones. Teens can still register for Get More from Google class at Lexington Park branch on Aug. 9 at 2 p.m. to discover the many features Google offers.
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Leonardtown branch will offer a class for adults on how to download eBooks for Smart Phones on Aug. 5 at 2 p.m. An introductory class on PowerPoint will be conducted at the Lexington Park branch on Aug. 8 at 5:30 p.m. Registration is required for both.
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By Kimberly Alston Contributing Writer Writer and author Michael Kibler recently released his first book, Cut it Out as a self-help book aimed at self harmers. After battling with his own addiction to self-harm, Kibler wanted to help others in the way he knew howthrough writing. While Kibler was struggling with his own self-harm, he found no conso lation with his research. It was written by professionals with no experience on the subject, Kibler said, or by ste reotypical teenage girls. There was no one like him, that he could find, who was dealing with the things that he was. Cut it Out looks at self harm in a different way than a traditional guide, identifying it as an addiction rather than a symptom of a different kind of mental illness such as depression. An addiction is something that you can not control yourself, Kibler said, Its something that needs outside help. From his own experience, Kibler stated that self-harm, in general, is something that once it gets past a certain point, is something that can not be stopped without help. I just want to help other people, Kibler said of his book. He wants to introduce people to all different aspects of the addiction and help them find alternative and healthy coping mechanisms in order to face whatever difficulties they may be having. The best advice I have, Kibler said, is to have a distraction you can go to any time you have the urge to cut, but in moderation. He went on to say that that does not mean one addiction should be replaced with another. Do everything in moderation, he said, be cause in excess, anything can do more harm than good. Kibler goes into depth about every aspect of the illness, he said, including introducing a new concept known as the blood effect, which is identified as a build-in protection system, he said, by the body, to keep self harmers from go ing too far. Most cutters have hemophobia [fear of blood] Kibler said, going on to say that that is the reason cutters stop once blood is drawn. Emily Willoughby, cover art designer, inspiration behind Cut it Out and fianc of Kibler said she feels as though Kibler talking about his book will help make a difference in the lives of
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By Shelby Oppermann Contributing Writer Whew! What happened to the energy I used to have when my sons were little? Today I took off to watch our youngest grandchild, Liam. Hes 7 months, and trying hard to help me type. Im not used to being home during the day and having to follow a feeding time line. Liams a good baby and Im looking forward to he and I getting in lots of trouble now and in the future. I also have to think of some words that make any kind of sense to write, and we have two plumbers here fixing the swamp gas smell that occurs every time you flush, wash, or bathe. I believe they are called dry traps. So Donald Eaton, Plumber Extraordinaire and colleague Kevin are working under sinks, on the roof, and generally anywhere water enters or exits our home. I basically told Donald please fix everything you can and present the bill to my husband. This summer has been a summer of music for us so far. Because of the different seasons of my husbands and my jobs, we dont get to take a weeks vacation together, so we go see local bands, and were fortunate enough to see three concerts recently as part of our birthday presents. Luckily, Southern Maryland and the DC region are loaded up with concerts. I wasnt old enough for The Monterey Pops Festival (1967), Woodstock (1969), or Montreux in 1971. Sometimes I wonder if I had been 17 or older if I would have gone, but probably not. The Floyd Fest in Floyd, VA, is on my ultimate list, but now I dont think I could camp out in the heat for four days anymore. I wouldnt be able to move at all. The Floyd Fest has been going on since 2002 and this year was referred to as the mud fest. My husband would not have been thrilled. In my teenage years in Prince Georges County, and my early college years here in St. Marys, I loved following The Nighthawks, DC Starz, Harvey and the Hubcaps, and The Dixie Road Ducks among many others. A few had their roots in Clinton where I grew up. I cant believe that so many of these bands, and well-known old 70s bands, are still going strong today. We just saw The Nighthawks over at Gilligans Pier in Charles County a few weeks ago (and Gilligans is having a no cover summer to see all their bands) and we are hoping to see The Dixie Road Ducks this Saturday at Cryers Back Road Inn. They were pretty much the house band at the old Leonardtown Wharf is what Jim Cryer told me. Im excited about seeing The Road Ducks. I wish I had one of their old cassettes to sign like I did when I saw the Nighthawks. Lead singer Mark Wenner indulged me with his second signature on the old cassette in two decades. I am still working on my lifes bucket list. There are a few places Id like to travel like Hungary, Ireland, and Germany, and lots of travel left to do in the United States. But until then music tames my restless soul...preferably local music. Now we try to see No Green Jelly Beenz, The Worx, Miles from Clever, and Sam Grow. Ill have to keep listening because in ten years Im going to have Sam Grow sign the first CD I got from him at Seabreeze Restaurant a few years ago. To each new days adventure, Shelby Please send your comments or ideas to: shelbys.wanderings@ yahoo.com or find me on facebook: Shelby Oppermann
In his first person self help book, Cut It Out!, Michael Kibler uses his experiences from his own self harm addiction to provide valuable insights and explanations about self harm. Written for self harmers by a former self harmer, Cut It Out! is packed full of useful information regarding an addiction that plagues millions of people across every demographic.
Michael Kibler, a former self harmer, is an aspiring writer located in southern Maryland. When he is not writing, Michael enjoys equestrianism and being with his fiance, Emily.
Michael Kibler
Cover design by Emily Willoughby
other people. The book is for everyone, but it is for him too, Willoughby said. She described the book as really intense, but said that he needed to write it in order to deal with himself. He wrote his book to help people stop cutting, she said. Willoughby said Kibler cut because he liked the pain feeling, he thought it helped him. Kibler said that he got the idea to cut from an ex of his. His past relationships were detrimental to my health, he said. From there, he embraced the negativity. In 2012, Kibler stopped cutting after he made a promise to Emily. I was so worried about him, Willoughby said. He felt like he was nothing to people, like he was alone. Cut is Out is the first book finished and self-published by Kibler. Currently he is working on two new projects, a poetry book and a separate novel. Michael Kibler will be signing copies of his new book, Cut it Out on Friday, August 2 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Fenwick Street Used Books &Music, 41655A Fenwick Street, Leonardtown. Cut it Out is available online at www.amazon.com/CutIt-Out-Michael-Kibler/dp/1484191102. For more information, visit writermichaelkibler.blogspot. com news@countytimes.net
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From my Backyard to our Bay

A St. Marys County Residents Guide to Improving Our Environment and Drinking Water
Before establishing a lawn, consider whether turf grass is suitable. Heavily shaded or severely sloped areas may not provide the conditions needed for turf, leading to erosion, pests, and a lack of soil nutrients. Fertilizer-free and pesticide-free lawns are the best choice for the environment. The homeowner saves significant amounts of time and money by reducing the frequency of fertilizing and applying pesticides. Slow release and low or no phosphorous fertilizers are optimal to promote a healthy environment. New lawns may require some phosphorous, but require very little once established. Dont over-fertilize! According to the EPA, in one hour your gas-powered lawn mower emits as much pollution (volatile organic compounds and particulates) as your new car does when driven 340 miles. Limit mowing time or purchase a push mower.
From My Backyard to Our Bay was first developed by the Baltimore County Soil Conservation District. From there, the booklet was given to each of the Soil Conservation Districts in the Chesapeake Bay watershed area for customization. If the 17.5 million residents who live in the watershed area of the Chesapeake Bay read this booklet, and took to heart its suggestions and best practices, the Chesapeake Bay would see a dramatic increase in health. Obtain a FREE copy of the booklet by going to the St. Marys River Watershed Association, smrwa.org and downloading it. The booklet is available at Wentworth Nursery in Charlotte Hall; Chicken Scratch in Park Hall; The Greenery in Hollywood; Good Earth Natural Food; and the St. Marys Soil Conservation District in Leonardtown.
Join your local watershed association and make a difference for Our Bay!
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Keeping a Healthy Lawn
For many of us, a lush, green, weed-free lawn has come to symbolize success as homeowners or gardeners. To achieve that look, though, we probably overapply fertilizer to encourage vigorous growth and use pesticides to control weeds, insects, and diseases. According to the Maryland Department of Agriculture, there are more than 937,000 acres of residential lawns statewide. Since 2009, more fertilizer has been applied to residential lawns than to agricultural lands. If each of us overfertilizes our lawn by just one pound, a huge amount of excess nutrients ends up polluting groundwater, streams, rivers, reservoirs, and eventually, the Chesapeake Bay. Soil fertility should be tested before seeding a new lawn and every three years for an established lawn to determine the amount of fertilizer and lime needed. Contact the St. Marys County Soil Conservation District or University of Maryland Extension for help with soil testing.
(early September, October, and November), rather than one larger application. Do not apply fertilizer to frozen ground or dormant turf (especially when cool season grasses turn brown during summer months). Apply only the recommended amounts of fertilizer. Use no more than 1 pound of actual nitrogen per 1,000 square feet of lawn per application. Keep fertilizer off paved areas by sweeping it back onto the grass. More Tips Next Week Where to get help with
are you Bay-Wise?

Bay-Wise landscapes minimize negative impacts on our waterways by using smarter lawn management techniques and gardening practices. The University of Maryland Extension Master Gardener Bay-Wise program in St. Marys County offers hands-on help with managing your landscape by providing information, a site visit, and landscape certifications. Our yardstick checklist is easy to understand and follow, and our team of trained Master Gardeners can help guide you through it while offering suggestions to improve both the appearance and sustainability of your landscape.
Lawn Care Tips
Most St. Marys County lawns are cool season grasses that turn brown in summer but become green again in the fall. If fertilizer is needed, spread two or three small applications one month apart
LAWN CARE Chesapeake Bay Foundation Healthy Lawns, cbf.org/Document.Doc?id=59 Maryland Department of Agriculture, Lawn Care, mda.maryland.gov/ resource_conservation/Documents/ Tip2.pdf University of Maryland Extension, Home and Garden Information Center, extension.umd.edu
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This is the eleventh in a series of articles that Mary Ann Scott (maryann.scott58@yahoo.com) has adapted from From My Backyard to Our Bay in the hopes of increasing awareness of the powerful booklet that could do so much to help the Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries. Look for the next article in next weeks County Times!
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The Piney Point Lighthouse in Piney Point, Md., and the reconstructed Blackistone Lighthouse on St. Clements Island State Park, will be available for viewing in recognition of National Lighthouse Day, Sunday, August 3. The official commemoration date is August 7, as designated by Congress on August 7, 1989 (the 200th Anniversary of the signing of the Congressional Act for the establishment and support of lighthouses, beacons, buoys, and public piers) and the anniversary of the first commissioned Federal lighthouse. The Piney Point Lighthouse, Museum and Historic
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Local Lighthouses to Open for National Lighthouse Day

Park will be open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and offer local artists in the keepers quarters and a view of the lighthouse which is currently undergoing a preservation project. The Piney Point Lighthouse, built in 1836, is located at 44720 Lighthouse Road, Piney Point, MD. For more information contact the Piney Point Lighthouse Museum at 301-994-1471. The reconstructed Blackistone Lighthouse stands on St. Clements Island State Park and is available by private boat or by water taxi service from the St. Clements Island Museum. Water taxi service begins at 10 a.m., with the last
ride to the island at 2 p.m. The final return trip from the island will be at 3:30 p.m. The lighthouse will be open for tours, given by volunteers of the St. Clements Hundred organization. A fee of $7 per person is required and can be paid inside the museum. The fee includes museum admission. Visitors are advised to call ahead at 301-769-2222 to ensure service as weather conditions in Coltons Point determine water taxi operation. The Piney Point Lighthouse, Museum and Historic Park and the St. Clements Island Museum are managed by the Museum Division of St. Marys County Department of Recreation and Parks and the St. Marys County Board of Commissioners. For more information contact Kim Cullins, Marketing and Development Specialist, at 301-769-2385 or via email at kim.cullins@stmarysmd.com.
University of Maryland Extension (UME) Announces Organizational Changes For Southern Maryland
University of Maryland Extension is taking a proactive approach to ensure that the needs of Maryland citizens are met. With the increased demand for UME knowledge, expertise and educational programs throughout the state, and a decrease in funding, UME has developed a cluster approach. No longer can UME afford large numbers of faculty with the same expertise for each and every county. Therefore, faculty are now hired for their particular expertise, and are asked to share their knowledge and program development across county lines. To help administer this cluster approach, Area Extension Directors (AED) have been hired to work closely with our stakeholders and partners in state and local governments, agencies, educational institutions, community organizations, volunteers, stakeholders and area residents across a cluster of counties. This frees up faculty members to concentrate on their area of expertise and program delivery, rather than administrative issues. This is a win for both the faculty member and the clientele. With this change, UME will continue to establish and build strong partnerships and collaborations which are the core of UMEs long-term success in the communities it serves. Karol Dyson, formerly County Extension Director for Charles and Prince Georges counties, has assumed the role of Capitol Area Extension Director (AED) for Anne Arundel and Prince Georges Counties. Karol began her Extension career at the University of Connecticut. She came to Maryland in 1998 as a 4-H and Family and Consumer Sciences Educator responsible primarily for outreach in Charles County, and was appointed County Extension Director in 2004. In 2010 she became County Extension Director for both Charles and Prince Georges Counties. She has also served as the 4-H Educator for Charles County since 2000. Dyson received her BA from Trinity College (CT), and her MEd from the University of Hartford in Urban and Multicultural Education. She also completed 24 hours of post graduate work in Adult Education at the University of Maryland, College Park. She has focused many of her efforts on collaborations with other agencies and youth development organizations resulting in greatly increased public awareness and support of Extension in Southern Maryland. Dr. Chris Seubert of Baltimore has accepted the position of Southern Area Extension Director (AED) for Calvert, Charles and St. Marys Counties. Dr. Seubert grew up on a farm in Ohio, but he has been a resident of Maryland for the last 25 years. He earned a Bachelors degree in Agriculture from Purdue University, a Masters degree in Soil Science from North Carolina State University, and a Doctorate in Agronomy from Purdue University. For much of his career, Dr. Seubert worked in international agriculture and natural resource management and lived and worked in more than twenty countries in Africa, Asia and Latin America. During that time, his work focused on food security, increasing agricultural production, and managing natural resources in less developed countries. He completed a degree in Not-for-Profit Management at the University of Maryland, University College and worked for seven years as United Way of Central Marylands Director of Community Building. Faculty members Dr. Herb Reed of Calvert County, Mr. Dave Myers of Anne Arundel County and Mr. Ben Beale of St. Marys County will be dedicating their time to agriculture and natural resources programming throughout the 5 county Southern Maryland cluster, and in research at the University of Maryland Central Maryland Research and Education Center in Upper Marlboro. The University has been very fortunate to have had them serve in the role of County Extension Directors prior to this reorganization. The structure for Extension incorporates new strategies and program delivery methods to ensure successful educational outreach in its many areas of expertise, including agriculture, 4-H Youth Development, health and nutrition, environmental science and technology, and economic and community development. Extension looks forward to meeting issues facing Maryland citizens, and using improved program delivery methods to provide solutions in communities. The University of Maryland Extension is an Equal Opportunity Employer with Equal Access Programs. For more information, contact University of Maryland Extension at 410-535-3662.
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Parents Get Into the Act
At Ticket To Broadway National Finals held in Virginia Beach, the parents at Gracie's Guys and Gals Dance Studio entered the Parent Category. Seven routines from over 30 studios entered, and the Parents at Gracie's placed first. They received a standing ovation for their 'funny' routine Blast from the Past, in which they brought back memories from Elvis, Tina Turner, The Weather Girls, Tom Jones, Richard Simmons, Jackson Five and the Commodores-Brick House!
Ship Remains Identified in the St. Marys River

Working and pleasure boats have plied Maryland waters for centuries. No one knows how many wrecked or abandoned ships lay hidden In Marylands rivers and bays. One suspected underwater site that was first mapped in 1994 gave up some of its secrets this summer. Scott Tucker, archaeologist and doctoral candidate from University of Southampton in the United Kingdom, has been exploring what may be the remains of a ship in the St. Marys River, with the Maryland state museum, Historic St. Marys City. Ten feet beneath the surface, Tucker and a crew of volunteer divers found a heavy concentration of stones in an ovalshaped area that was over 50 feet long. The shape suggested that the site is the remains of a ship. Now we know the stacked, rounded cobble stones were used as ballast, since there is an order to them. The larger cobbles tend to be at the top of the ballast, helping to fix the smaller stones in place below, Tucker reports. You can see where they were placed side by side by someone over 300 years ago. And these stones are unique. They are not typical of Maryland. Instead, we found a possible source on the North Devon coast of England, a geological feature called the Northam Pebble Ridge. The size of the ballast distribution suggests a ship of roughly 100-120 tonne burden, an average sized ship for trans-Atlantic trade during this period. The archaeologists were not totally surprised to find that no timbers or ship architecture were uncovered, given the harsh environment of the small test areas, but the few artifacts that were recovered offer more clues about the site. Tobacco pipes and Dutch red bricks excavated in the 1990s suggested the remains might date to the latter half of the 17th century. This year we found a ceramic fragment in between the ballast stones that is part of a North Devon Sgraffito jug. Tucker said, The decoration is distinctive and dates it to 1650-1700, supporting our initial dating of the vessel. It was fired in a kiln quite close to the probable source of the ballast! Direct trade from North Devon to Maryland is well documented throughout the second half of the seventeenth century. A shaped wooden fragment, possibly
a piece of a ship's bilge pump, was also recovered. Researchers determined the wood is elm and hope further research may reveal more about its source. Discovery of this well preserved piece gives hope that portions of the hull survive elsewhere under the ballast. Since few artifacts were found and the remains are close to what was the 17th-century shoreline, researchers suspect the ship was abandoned rather than wrecked. Cargo and items of value would have been removed. While a wreck filled with goods would be more exciting, there is still much we can learn from the remains of this ancient abandoned vessel, HSMCs Director of Research Henry Miller, Ph.D. commented, The findings strongly suggest that this is indeed a 17th-century ship. Given its likely English origin and size, it was probably a tobacco ship that carried settlers and goods to Maryland and tobacco back to Europe. Such vessels were the vital link for the early Chesapeake economy. While thou-
sands of vessels engaged in the Tobacco Trade during the colonial era, this is the first 17th-century one to be identified by archaeologists. Scott's work gives us another hint of the vast store of archaeological evidence and historical knowledge that lies hidden under the waters of Chesapeake Bay. State Underwater Archaeologist Susan Langley, Ph.D. remarked on the superior quality of Tuckers research design and commended his level of effort. We are looking forward to reading his report and reviewing the evidence, said Langley, Tuckers work was funded by the Elsie Carper Charitable Foundation with support from University of Southampton, Historic St. Marys City Commission, the Institute for Maritime History, and the Maryland Historical Trust. For more information about Historic St. Marys City and archaeology on the site of Marylands first capital, visit www. stmaryscity.org or contact the museum at 800-762-1634 or info@stmaryscity.org.
Community
Major sponsors of the Lexington Park Lions Clubs 2013 golf tournament were recognized at the Lions Club meeting Monday night, July22. King Lion Buzz Shelley presented Certificates of Appreciation to Wyle Aerospace Group1, PJs Auto Body2, Dr. Amit Khanna, DMD3, and Gladstones State Farm Agency.4 Recognized but without representatives present were CSC Applied Technologies, Two Guys Collision Center, Bunkys Charter Boats, Servpro of St. Marys and Calvert, and First Command Financial Services. Lion Shelley expressed the Clubs appreciation for the support and spoke briefly about how sponsorship helps fund eye exams and eyeglasses for qualifying residents of St. Marys County.
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Lexington Park Lions Thank Sponsors
Lexington Park Lions Name Lion Of The Year
King Lion Buzz Shelley, left, presents Certificate of Appreciation to Stu Ashton for Wyle Aerospace Group
King Lion Buzz Shelley, right, presents Certificate of Appreciation to PJ Forrest for PJs Auto Body
King Lion Bob Hayward (left) presents Lions of the Year award to Lion Bruce Maynard
King Lion Buzz Shelley, right, presents Certificate of Appreciation to Dr. Amit Khanna DMD
King Lion Buzz Shelley, right, presents Certificate of Appreciation to Tammy Gladstone for Gladstones State Farm Agency
The Lexington Park Lions Club recognized Bruce Maynard as Lion of the Year, 2013. Lion Bruce epitomizes the best in Lionism. He is always the first to volunteer for vision screenings, sno-cone sales, eyeglass collection and recycling, and all other club events. Lion Bruce is dedicated to serving our community, and does so with proficiency and good humor. In addition to his Lion activities, Lion Bruce is a volunteer tax counselor with the AARP Tax-Aide Program and just recently joined the folks at ACTS (A Community That Shares) to ensure durable medical equipment is available for those in need.
CSM Celebrates 14th Leadership Academy Tier I Graduation
The 2013 College of Southern Maryland Leadership Academy Tier I class celebrated its completion at a ceremony June 6 at the La Plata Campus. Joined by CSM Organizational Development Coordinator Doreen Bickel, first row, left, the 14th cohort to complete the one-year program included Career Coordinator Laura Robins, Testing Center Coordinator Lynda McDonald, Leadership Academy Instructor Deborah Harris, Auxiliary Services Executive Director Marcy Gannon, Outreach Counselor Jehnell Linkins, Marketing Coordinator Lena Yates and Educational Talent Search Director Tim Fenner; second row, from left: Executive Assistant Beverley Lahman, Diversity and Equal Opportunity Executive Director Makeba Clay, Programmer Analyst Elizabeth Wallman, Enrollment Advisor Renata Zgorski, Call Center Specialist Luke Dieguez, Student Assistant Quonte Stewart, Call Center Specialist Josh Cockerham, Nursing Program Outreach Coordinator Laurie Cangelosi, College Store Business Manager Lucia Charpentier and Cash Receipts Accountant Cathy Jordan. The program consists of sessions including Myers-Briggs type indicator and leadership, managing change, problem solving, discussion-making skills, team building and effective leadership practices. CSM is one of 14 organizations that has been recognized by the Alliance for Workplace Excellence with the awards for Workplace Excellence, Health and Wellness, EcoLeadership and Diversity.
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Commissioners Honor 2013 ADA Awareness Award Recipients
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The St. Marys Board of County Commissioners, along with the St. Marys Commission for People with Disabilities (COPD), presented 2013 ADA Awareness Awards to six individuals and one business. The awards are part of COPDs initiative to create awareness about the disability community. This years winners are as follows: Volunteer of the Year: Marcia Bald Notable Employer: Paula Hummer/NAVAIR Vicki Brown Award (formerly Outstanding Person with Disability award): Youth Kayla Woolridge Adult Chris Huseman Facility Accessibility : Sanner Lake Sportsman Club Innovative Program: Rev. John Dakes, St. Aloysius Special Needs Ministry (Rev. David Beaubien accepting) Outstanding Individual Achievement Award: Betty Bush This years ceremony coincided with the 23rd anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
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5 Happy B Day Joey! Karaoke with Lori Wyatt 9-1 12 Karaoke with Lori Wyatt 9-1
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La-Z-Boy Furniture Galleries is excited to announce its 86th Anniversary Sale and RMHC Donation Event. The event promotion saves customer's 20% on their purchase of La-Z-Boy furnishings with a $20 donation to RMHC. The proceeds will all be presented to the local Baltimore chapter. The official launch date of this promotion is July 30 2013 and will conclude on August 19, 2013. The Ronald McDonald House, RMHC offers families a "home-away-from-home" where they can stay together and find compassion, encouragement and support that helps them focus on what matters most- the prompt recovery of their sick child. Each $20 donation provides those families the funding for a night's stay free of charge. La-ZBoy is proud to be a charitable partner and official furniture provider for RMHC and assisting in providing comfort and hope for families suffering through the illness of a child. Your donation is a powerful source of courage and strength to the families served through RMHC family-centered programs.
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6 Toot's $2.00 Tuesday All Beer, Captain Morgan and Crown Royal 13 Toot's $2.00 Tuesday All Beer, Captain Morgan and Crown Royal 20 Toot's $2.00 Tuesday All Beer, Captain Morgan and Crown Royal 27 Toot's $2.00 Tuesday All Beer, Captain Morgan and Crown Royal
7 Team Trivia at 6:30 D.J. at 8:30
8 D.J. Mango! 8:30-12:30
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17 Happy B Day Tracy! The Craze! 8:30-12:30 24 Four of a Kind This will be a giant night! 31 Don't Call Me Shirley!
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19 Karaoke with Lori Wyatt 9-1
22 The Mike Starkey Band Best Harmonica In Town 29 D.J. Mango! 8:30-12:30
23 R&R Train Woo woo!
25 Snakebite 3-7
26 Karaoke with Lori Wyatt 9-1
30 For the rst time ever: BLACK FRIDAY! Classic rock!
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August All Month Long

Creek Side Gallery Invaded by Wildlife Maryland Antiques Center, Leonardtown Wild life carvings by local artisans Warren and Maxine Brown will be on display at Creek Side Gallery through August 28. Realistic carvings of Baltimore orioles, ducks, moose, eagles and more by this husband and wife team of carvers showcase their talent in this increasingly popular medium. Creek Side Gallery is open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and until 8 p.m. on First Friday, August 2.
permitted. For additional information or to purchase tickets, please visit the museums website at www.calvertmarinemuseum.com. To reach a staff member, please call 410-3262042, ext. 16, 17, or 18. 2013 Governors Cup Yacht Race St. Marys College of Maryland 18952 E. Fisher RoadSt. Marys City, 2:55 p.m. St. Marys College of Maryland invites the public to the 2013 Governors Cup Yacht Race to be held Aug. 2 and 3. The Governors Cup Yacht Race is the oldest and longest overnight race on the Chesapeake Bay. This year marks the 40th running of the race from Marylands current capital city to its first capital in St. Marys City! In addition to vendors, a dinner will be offered in the Great Room at the Campus Center! To register, go to www.cvent. com/events/the-2013-governor-s-cupyacht-r ace/event-su m ma r y-a8060 e 3410984a439b68bda140e408d6.aspx. Participants can enjoy friendly competition beginning on Friday, August 2 at 2:55 p.m. and finishes on August 3 at Church Point. The race will have live GPS tracking on the website so that your shoreside friends and family can track your progress online and the earlier start for PHRF Cruising, N (2HS), C/D, B as well as Multihulls will get you and your crew to St. Marys City much earlier to enjoy the festivities. This year, Kattack tracking can be done via an iPhone or Android App for $10, search for Kattack Mobile. The race fee is reduced to $90 to cover this cost. If you are here on your phone, go to the Sailors Information page for links to the respective Smart Phone stores! Back by popular demand the Racers Dinner will be held at 6:00 p.m. in the campus Great Room and will feature an all you can eat buffet menu of Kaluha Smoked Pork, Buttermilk Fried Chicken, Braised Greens, Hickory Smoked Baked Beans, Fresh Local Green Bean Salad, Italian New Potato Salad, Carved Watermelon Station, Cookies, Brownies and Iced Tea and a Full Bar! The cost is $55/person and pre-registration is required. To register, go to www.cvent.com/events/the-2013-governor-s-cup-yacht-race/event-summarya8060e3410984a439b68bda140e408d6.aspx Book Signing Fenwick Street Used Books & Music, 41655A Fenwick Street, Leonardtown, 5 to 7 p.m. Local author Michael Kibler will be signing copies of his book Cut it Out, on First Friday.For two years, Michael Kibler was
Friday, August 2
Bad company Performs at the Calvert Marine Museum PNC Waterside Pavilion, Solomons, 7:30 p.m. Bad Company with Paul Rodgers performs live Friday, August 2nd at the Calvert Marine Museum! Tickets are on sale now for $47 and $57 and can be purchased by phone at 1-800-787-9454, in person at Prince Frederick Ford/Dodge (cash or check only), or online at www.calvertmarinemuseum.com. Become a Calvert Marine Museum member for special perks and the opportunity to purchase the best seats first next season at www.calvertmarinemuseum.com/membership.Ticket buyers will get a rare chance to hear the amazing voice of Bad Companys original lead singer Paul Rodgers perform live in Solomons. Bad Company released a string of six albums, yielding international hits Cant Get Enough, Bad Company, Feel Like Makin Love, and many others penned by the main songwriters Paul Rodgers and Mick Ralphs. Original members Rodgers, Ralphs, and Kirke will be joined on stage by guitarist Howard Leese and bassist Todd Ronning (from Paul Rodgers solo band). Original bassist Boz Burrell passed away in 2006. Proceeds from the summer concert series support the education and preservation efforts of the Calvert Marine Museum. This event would not be possible without the generous support of many local businesses. Waterside 2013 sponsors include Prince Frederick Ford/Dodge, All American Harley-Davidson, Bay Weekly, Coors Light, Comcast, DirectMail.com, Holiday Inn Select Solomons, Isaacs Restaurant & Pub, Kelly Generator & Equipment, Inc., Leitch Heating & Air Conditioning, MetroCast, Quick Connections Answering Service, Inc., Roy Rogers-Solomons, Southern Maryland Newspapers, and 98 STAR FM.Gates open at 6:00 p.m. with music, food, and drinks available on site. Chairs and coolers are not
hooked on an awful addiction to cutting. For two years Michael battled against his selfharm addiction until he finally quit for good in February, 2012. As someone who has successfully fought and won against a self-harm addiction, Michael wanted to share his experiences with the world. In his first person self-help book, Cut It Out!, Michael uses his practical knowledge gained from being a cutter and applies it to any self harm addiction.Cut It Out! is the down-to-earth result of two years of blood, sweat, and tears, and is made to help those who engage in that awful practice that is self harm. August First Friday Town Square, Leonardtown, 5 to 8 p.m. Bring your family and friends to the Square in Leonardtown for music with Miles from Clever, the Summertime Raffle Drawing at 7:30 -tickets still available, childrens activities on the Square, and specials and demos inside businesses all over Town. Sponsored by the Leonardtown Business Association. www.leonardtownfirstfridays.com.
Parking and shuttle available at the College of Southern Maryland. Sponsored by the Commissioners of Leonardtown. 301-475-9791. Sports Physical St. Marys Outpatient Pavilion, Leonardtown, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Prepare your student athlete for the upcoming school year by getting his or her sports physical in the Specialty Physicians Suite of the MedStar St. Marys Outpatient Pavilion in Leonardtown. Care providers from MedStar St. Marys and MedStar Physicians Partners (MPP) will be on hand to conduct the sports physicals on a first come, first served basis. Athletes must bring their Maryland Public Secondary Schools Athletic Association (MPSSAA) sports physical examination form signed by their parent or guardian. The signature gives legal consent for the examination to take place. Athletes should dress is comfortable clothing and wear shoes that can be easily removed. The cost is $30 per sports physical examination payable by cash or check only. Checks should be made to MPP. For more information, call MPP at St. Clements at 301-997-0611. Senior Housing Expo 29655 Charlotte Hall Rd., Charlotte Hall, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. SoMD Senior Housing and Service Provider Networking Group and the St. Marys Department of Aging will host a free Senior Housing Expo at the Northern Senior Center. This event will showcase exhibitors from the SoMD Senior Housing Networking Group as well as representatives from the Departments of Aging and Housing Authorities from the tri-county area who will be on hand to provide information and answer questions. The first 200 attendees will receive a gift bag upon arrival. Attendees will also enjoy refreshments, guest speakers and can register to win door prizes including a 32 Flat Panel Television. Those who bring a non-perishable food donation for the Southern Maryland Food Bank will be entered into a separate special drawing for additional prizes. This free event is open to anyone interested in learning about senior living options. For more information on the Housing Expo please contact Janice Pruett at Cedar Lane Apartments, phone 301-475-8966 ext. 32, email jpruett@cedarlaneapts.com or Pam Chicchirichi at Fenwick Landing Adult Medical Day Care, phone 301638-4100, email pam@seniornetwork.org Gretchen Richie & Chris Izzi, Port of Leonardtown Winery, 5 to 8 p.m.
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George McWilliams Drawing and Painting Workshops 26005 Point Lookout Rd., Leonardtown, 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. George McWilliams offering drawing and painting workshops, Saturday and Sunday, August 3rd and 4th The cost is $65 per day or $110 if you sign up for both. The time for both days is 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Drawing using pencil and conte. Materials needed are a sketch pad and 2B and HB pencils. Materials for conte will be provided. To sign up or get more information, contact George McWilliams at 304-275-4592, email him at mcwilliamsart@ gmail.com, contact the Craft Guild Shop at 301-997-1644, www.craftguildshop.com, or check them out on Facebook #craftguildclasses. George is well known for his wonderful maritime artwork, landscapes, still life and more. He will be joining the Craft Guild Shop as its newest member, and beginning August 2, his artwork will be available there on a continuous basis. Beach Party On The Square Town Square, Leonardtown, 4 to 9 p.m. A little bit of everything awaits your entire family on the Square in Leonardtown. Come out for family entertainment, games, sand volleyball, fire truck hose downs, kayaking, Running of the Balls and a 16 water slide!
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Port of Leonardtown Winery invites the public to Summer Song Saturdays every Saturday in August. Enjoy relaxing live music while you unwind with a cool glass of award winning wine. The cost is $5 for wine tasting up to 6 wines and a souvenir glass. For more information go to portofleonardtownwinery.com/ or www.gretchenrichie.com/.
Deathtrap Murder Mystery Local Lighthouses to Open for National Three Notch Theatre, Lexington Park, 8 p.m. Lighthouse Day George McWilliams Drawing and The Newtowne Players will perform 44720 Lighthouse Road, Piney Point, 10 Painting Workshops murder mystery Deathtrap, by Ira Levin, a.m. to 5 p.m. 26005 Point Lookout Rd., Leonardtown, Aug. 2-18, 2013. Thursday, Friday, and SaturThe Piney Point Lighthouse in Piney 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. day shows are at 8 p.m. Sunday matinees are Point, MD, and the reconstructed BlackGeorge McWilliams offering drawing at 3:30 p.m. istone Lighthouse on St. Clements Island and painting workshops, Saturday and SunTickets are $15 for adults, $12 for seniors State Park, will be available for viewing day, August 3rd and 4th (65+), students, and military, and $10 for chilin recognition of National Lighthouse Day, The cost is $65 per day or $110 if you dren (12 and under). Thursday shows are $10 Saturday, August 3. The official commem- sign up for both. The time for both days is Get More From Google general admission. Group rates also available. oration date is August 7, as designated by 10:30 am to 2:00 pm. Lexington Park Library, 2 p.m. Teens, discover the world of Google: Reservations are recommended. For more Congress on August 7, 1989 (the 200th AnPainting with watercolor. Materials niversary of the signing of the Congressio- needed are a watercolor pad and a watercolor docs, apps and more. The possibilities of what information, call 301-737-5447 or visit www. nal Act for the establishment and support set. A sheet of Arches paper for your finished you can do are endless. Free. Registration re- newtowneplayers.org. of lighthouses, beacons, buoys, and public piece will be provided. To sign up or get more quired. 301-863-8188, www.stmalib.org. Blood Drive - The Red Cross at Wawa piers) and the anniversary of the first com- information, contact George McWilliams at 30320 Three Notch Rd., Charlotte Hall, 12 304-275-4592, email him at mcwilliamsart@ Green Networking Meeting missioned Federal lighthouse. Noon The Piney Point Lighthouse, Museum gmail.com, contact the Craft Guild Shop at Southern Maryland Higher Education CenGive the gift of life with the American and Historic Park will be open from 10 a.m. 301-997-1644, www.craftguildshop.com, or ter, 7:30 a.m. Red Cross at the Charlotte Hall Wawa from The U.S. Green Building Council, to 5 p.m. and offer local artists in the keep- check them out on Facebook #craftguildclassnoon to 6pm. We will be giving away 3 $20 Southern Maryland Branch meets for a Green ers quarters and a view of the lighthouse es. George is well known for his wonderful Wawa gift cards and coupons for free iced tea which is currently undergoing a preserva- maritime artwork, landscapes, still life and Building Networking Meeting. This event is or fruit drinks. free and open to the public. tion project. The Piney Point Lighthouse, more. He will be joining the Craft Guild Shop built in 1836, For more information con- as its newest member, and beginning August Business Networking International tact the Piney Point Lighthouse Museum at 2, his artwork will be available there on a conMeeting tinuous basis. 301-994-1471. Ye Old Towne Caf, Washington Street, LeonThe reconstructed Blackistone Light Bay Breeze Concert: Commandants ardtown, 8 to 9:30 a.m. house stands on St. Clements Island State BNI (Business Networking InternaCombo Park and is available by private boat or by tional) Chapters meet for the sole purpose of Beach Railway Muesum, 4155 Mears water taxi service from the St. Clements Learn to Sail getting to know each other and each others Ave., Chesapeake Beach, 7:30 p.m. Island Museum. Water taxi service begins Solomons Island, 9 a.m. company better in order to help each other The Friends of the Chesapeake Learn to sail on a 29 ft Keelboat by a at 10 a.m., with the last ride to the island at grow business through warm referrals. Free 2 p.m. The final return trip from the island certified US Sailing Instructor and licensed Beach Railway Museum present the Sum- to visit, No fee except your meal if you choose mer 2013 Bay Breeze Concert Series. will be at 3:30 p.m. The lighthouse will be captain. Discounts available to bookings The United States Naval Acad- to eat. Please contact Jerry Schwartz for more open for tours, given by volunteers of the of 2 or more; www.p1sailing.com for more emy Band: Commandants Combo play information at 410-365-8529 or jerry@bnimaSt. Clements Hundred organization. A fee information. ryland.com. of $7 per person is required and can be paid inside the museum. The fee includes museum admission. Visitors are advised to call ahead at 301-769-2222 to ensure service as weather conditions in Coltons Point determine water taxi operation. The Piney Point Lighthouse, To Advertise in the Church Services Directory, Call The County Times at 301-373-4125 Museum and Historic Park and the St. Clements Island Museum are managed by the Museum Division of St. Marys County Department of Recreation and Parks and the St. Marys County Board of HUGHESVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH THE ANGLICAN MISSION Commissioners. A member of the Southern Baptist Convention For more information contact 8505 Leonardtown Road, Hughesville, MD 20637 OF SOUTHERN MARYLAND Kim Cullins, Marketing and De301-884-8645 or 301-274-3627 29855 Eldorado Farm rd velopment Specialist, at 301-769Associate Pastor Sundays - 10 AM CharlottE hall, md 20659 2385 or via email at kim.cullins@ Kevin Cullins 41695 Fenwick Street Unit 3 301-884-8503 stmarysmd.com.
son (buffalo). Visitors may meet and feed our farm animals. Summerseat Farm, Inc., is a nonprofit established to save the farm and is completely supported by volunteers, memberships and fundraisers. We are located approximately 5 miles north of Hollywood Intersection, on Route 235 See our website at www.summerseat.org for more information, to volunteer, or to set up group tours or call 301-373-6607.
Tuesday, August 6
Brown Bag Briefing Bay District Fire Department Social Hall, 46900 South Shangri-La Dr,Lexington Park, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Patuxent Partnership invites our members and the regional community to abrown bag briefing with Prof. Ben Bederson, Special Advisor to the Provost on Technology and Educational Transformation, University of Maryland, and Dr. Karen Cooper, Research Scientist Future Workforce Technologies and Strategies, NAVAIR. There is no cost for this program.Bring your lunch. Doors open at 11:15 a.m.
well-known patriotic melodies and Jazz (FREE) Thursday, August 8th at 7:30 pm on the porch of the Chesapeake Beach Railway Museum, 4155 Mears Ave, Chesapeake Beach. All concerts are free and open to the public. For more information, call 410257-3892 or visit www.cbrm.org/.
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By Kimberly Alston Contributing Writer The GrooveSpan Trio is an unconventional band, whose specialty consists of its wide range styles of music performed. The full GrooveSpan band consists of five members, a vocalist, guitar, bass, drummer and either electric violin or saxophone, depending on the venue. The group advertises as the most versatile band in the region, and with the full band present, GrooveSpans music varies between jazz and light pop; however, the trio/ duo can perform pieces from blues, to pop and from classic rock to country. The bands sound varies based on the music performed, but in general, they like to stick to pieces from the 1930s to the 1970s. We thrive on the variety, said founder Jennifer Cooper. Currently, the band only performs covers of songs, but original pieces may come out as early as 2014. The band started in 2010, formed primarily by Cooper after a medical setback forced her to cease in her operaic singing profession. After attending local concerts and other live music events, Cooper collaborated with different musicians sharing her ideas of music variety with them and from there, the band formed naturally. While most of the band uses GrooveSpan as a way to stay busy, Cooper has taken on the role of a manager, as well as the lead vocalists for the band, handling booking and promotional advertising. GrooveSpan as a trio has performed in various venues in the Calvert and St. Marys area, from private gigs and fundraises to being featured in concert series. The trio usually performs in smaller venues where there is a call for lighter music. It makes us more marketable, Cooper said. In 2012, the band released its first album, a jazz sampler according to the website, called Your Way With Me. Samples of the album are available to listen to on their website and an option to purchase the album is found there as well. Cooper also holds her own private voice lesions where she offers vocal exercises to strengthen any weaknesses in the voice and provide balance and synergy among all associated muscle groups in the singing process according to the website. The band hopes to grow and expand in the future, still covering all styles of music. They perform at parties, weddings or fundraisers, and are available for hire. The trio performs frequently at the Port of Leonardtown winery, DiGiovannis restaurant, Montereys and other venues in southern Maryland. For more information visit go-diva.webs.com or email groovespan@gmail.com news@countytimes.net
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Summer Song Saturdays Port of Leonardtown Winery (423190 Newtowne Neck Road, Leonardtown) 5 to 8 p.m. R&R Train Apehangers Bar & Grill (Bel Alton) 9 p.m.
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Dave Norris DB McMillians (23415 Three Notch Rd., California) 6 p.m. Higher Standards Ruddy Duck (13200 Dowell Rd, Dowell) 7 p.m.
Leonardtown First Friday, Featuring Cristina Allen Port of Leonardtown Winery (23190 Newtowne Neck Rd, Leonardtown) -5:30 to 9 p.m. Furlough Fridays Sotterley Plantation (44300 Sotterley LnHollywood) - 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Deathtrap Three Notch Theatre (21744 South Coral Drive in Lexington Park) - 8 p.m. Fast Eddie & the Slow Pokes Ruddy Duck (13200 Dowell Rd, Dowell) 7 p.m. D.J. Charles Tompson Extraordinaire Toots Bar (23971 Mervell Dean Rd, Hollywood)
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Team Trivia DB McMillians (23415 Three Notch Rd., California) 6:30 p.m. Team Trivia Ruddy Duck (13200 Dowell Rd, Dowell) 7 p.m. Karaoke with Lori Wyatt Toots Bar (23971 Mervell Dean Rd, Hollywood) 9 a.,. to 1 p.m.
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Summer Song Saturdays, Featuring Gretchen Richie and Chris Izzi Port of Leonardtown Winery (23190 Newtowne Neck Rd., Leonardtown) - 5 to 8 p.m. Deathtrap Three Notch Theatre (21744 South Coral Drive in Lexington Park) - 8 p.m. Stone Cold Bike Run Toots Bar (23971 Mervell Dean Rd, Hollywood)
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Team Trivia Night Out at Fitzies The Department of Aging & Human Services will host Team Trivia night on Thursday, August 15 from 5:30 9:30 p.m. Team Trivia is a live hosted Trivia Game played in teams who are registered upon arrival.) Each team will be given time to answer questions selected by the host, and prizes will be awarded. The event will be held at Fitzies Marina on 21540 Joe Hazel Road, Leonardtown, MD 20650. Enjoy a fun night of trivia, great music, great food and prizes. Tickets are $20.00, which include: Party Appetizers, Cheese/Cracker/Cocktail Platter, Veggie Platter, Crab Ball Platter, Shrimp Cocktail Platter, Chicken Wings, Chicken Tenders, Meatballs, Tea, Soda, Water and a Cash Bar. Tickets can be purchased at any senior activity center through August 5. For more information call 301-475-4200, ext. 1050. Learning Is ForEver (L.I.F.E) The fall semester of the LIFE program will soon be under way. Booklets will be available for pick-up at each of the three Department of Aging & Human Services Senior Activity Centers beginning Monday, Aug. 5, as well as at the County libraries and on-line at: www.stmarysmd.com/aging. Registration for fall programs begins on Monday, Aug. 19, and is taken on a first-come, first-served basis through the mail or walk-in, at the senior activity centers. Many interesting and exciting day tours are planned, including tours to the War Memorials in Washington D.C, Pentagon, Ft. McHenry in Baltimore, Leonardtown Winery, B & O Railroad Museums in Baltimore and Ellicott City (complete with a train ride), Strat-
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ford Hall & Ingleside Winery in Virginia, St. Marys County Amish & Mennonite Communities bus tour, Annapolis Statehouse, and many more! Dont miss the bus. Be sure to sign up early as space fills quickly. For more information, call Alice Allen at 301-475-4200, ext. 1063, or by email at Alice.Allen@stmarysmd.com. And remember, learning is forever!! Pizza & Wings On Friday, August 9, at noon is Pizza time! Enjoy a refreshing salad with pizza and wings at the Northern Senior Activity Center. Its a great time to hang out with friends playing Oh, Heck and Pitch card games or join bingo games starting at 10 a.m. Complimentary beverages of iced tea and lemonade will be on hand. Make your lunch reservations before noon on Thursday, August 8 by calling 301-475-4002, ext. 1001. The cost for lunch is by donation for seniors 60 and older; $6 for others. Total Body Strength: Class & Circuit Training Dont miss out on this opportunity to experience a fitness class designed to strengthen your body and image. Starting August 5, a Monday group session will motivate you and others through individual and partner exercises using weights and resistance training. On Fridays thereafter, the session is held in the workout room for circuit training with cardio exercise, all under the supervision and guidance of a certified trainer. Fridays class is limited and filled on a first-come basis. These two sessions both, held at 2 p.m., complement each other for a total body workout to improve your body and core strength, balance, flexibility and bone density. (First trial class is free and subsequent classes are $3 each session with a fitness card.) Midsummer Celebration The Loffler Senior Activity Center will host a Midsummer celebration on Thursday, Aug. 8 from 1-2:30 p.m. Enjoy the art exhibit which will take place inside in addition to the the threepart harmonies of Folk Salad Trio. The Brusters Ice Cream truck will be on site with your choice of two scoops of premium ice cream in a cup for $5 or three scoops in a waffle cone for $6. This is an intergenerational event so make plans to bring the kids and grandkids! (Children under the age of 5 get a free baby ice cream cone.) Advance reservations and tickets are required and will be available at the Loffler Senior Activity Center. For more information call 301-737-5670, ext. 1658. Breakfast Caf On Wednesday, August 7, at 9 a.m., the Breakfast Caf will be serving bacon, scrambled eggs and toast at the Northern Senior Activity Center. Let us do the cooking and cleanup in the morning while you enjoy a great start to your day and good conversation with others. Breakfast is homemade and served with complimentary beverages. Cost is only $2 per person with sign up and payment due by noon the day before. Please call 301-475-4002, ext. 1001 with any questions. Pantry Bingo at the Garvey Senior Activity Center Garvey Senior Activity Center
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hosts Pantry Bingo on Monday August 5 at 10 a.m. for those 50 years of age or older. Come join the fun and restock your pantry. Cost $1 dollar per card. Take a Trip to Williamsburg, VA to see the Grand Illumination Get your Christmas season off to a high-spirited start by going on this 3-day, 2-night trip to Colonial Williamsburg to experience the sights and sounds (and smells!) of the glorious holiday season Dec. 7-9. The cost is $610.00 per person. This trip is full of activities, which include lunch in a colonial tavern, wine tasting, an evening at Christmas Town, a Busch Gardens Celebration, an opportunity to go to Sunday Mass or a visit to a local coffee shop, a Guided Tour of Colonial Williamsburg, some free time to explore the towns museums or go shopping in Merchants Square. On Sunday evening, in Colonial Williamsburg, kicks off the Grand Illumination, which will include fireworks, musical entertainment, dancing, caroling and dramatic presentations. The final day begins with a shopping trip to The Williamsburg Pottery, which has recently been renovated .This tour includes deluxe motor coach transportation, two nights accommodations, baggage handling, two deluxe continental breakfasts, 1 lunch, 2 dinners, all admissions and guide services, taxes and tips. NOTE: This trip includes activities, which require considerable mobility, because the grounds in Williamsburg are often unpaved, and there is lots of walking all three days of this trip. Call Joyce Raum, 301-737-5670, ext. 1656 to learn more.
Loffler Senior Activity Center 301-737-5670, ext. 1652; Garvey Senior Activity Center, 301-475-4200, ext. 1050 Northern Senior Activity Center, 301-475-4002, ext. 1001 Visit the Department of Agings website at www.stmarysmd.com/aging for the most up-to date information.
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By Linda Reno Contributing Writer Charles Thompson (1799-1881) married Ann Elizabeth Yates (1816-1878) on June 10, 1834 in St. Marys County. They had four children, all of whom lived their adult lives in Washington, D.C. Naomi Thompson, born 1835, married Dr. Martin Van Buren Bogan on June 29, 1853 in Washington, D.C. She died April 14, 1854. Joseph Ford Thompson was born March 20, 1837. He was educated in public and private schools in St. Marys Co. and at the Rittenhouse Academy in Washington, D.C. He received his medical degree from the University of Maryland in 1857 and began his medical practice in Washington, D.C. in partnership with his brother-in-law, Dr. Martin Van Buren Bogan. During the Civil War Dr. Thompson was Acting Assistant Surgeon of the U.S. Army for military hospitals in Washington. Later he was professor of Anatomy and professor of Surgery at George Washington University Hospital and surgeon to a number of Washington hospitals including Providence Hospital, Emergency Hospital and Columbia Hospital for Women, Childrens Hospital, University Hospital and Garfield Memorial Hospital. At the time of his death he was emeritus professor of George Washington University. Dr. Thompson attended many prominent men. He was called upon when President Garfield was shot, and was family physician for a number of cabinet members at that time. Dr. Thompson was one of the first physicians to realize the value of specialization in medical practice and early in his career gave up all his practice except that of surgery. He also was one of the first men in this country to receive the degree of doctor of medicine from the University of Stockholm.
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Dr. Thompson married Marian Greeves in 1860 and they had three children. Benedict Thompson, brother of Dr. Joseph Ford Thompson, was born in 1843 and was also a physician. He graduated from George Washington Medical College and was Assistant Physician at George Washington Hospital and later House Physician at Providence Hospital. Dr. Thompson married Alice Lawn on May 23, 1870 in Washington, D.C. He died July 22, 1875 of typhoid fever leaving an only childa son named Joseph Lawn Thompson, 1873-1946, who also became a physician, making the third doctor from this family. Dr. Joseph Lawn Thompson was also Professor of medicine at George Washington University. The last child of this family was Charles Thompson, Jr. who was born in 1850. He opted to become a lawyer. On April 21, 1875 in Washington, D.C., he married Florence
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Thornton, a native of Massachusetts. Baltimore Sun. Special Dispatch, Washington, D.C., 2/5/1895. Charles Thompson, a wellknown lawyer of this city died at his residence, 1721 R St. this afternoon of pneumonia. He was the brother of Dr. J. Ford Thompson, the distinguished surgeon. He came to this city years ago from Piney Point, Charles County (should be St. Marys County). He was very popular in this city. Mr. Thompson owned a country seat in Virginia beyond Arlington where he spent the summer. He was about 45 years old and had a wife and several children.
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