LOOKING Back
by James Rada, Jr. 1922 – The marines Conquer Thurmont More than a quarter of the U.S. Marine Corps arrived in Thurmont on June 25, along with the equipment to outfit an even larger group. They had been on the march for six days. Their ultimate destination was Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, but first, they had to…
Mutliple District 22 Convention
Pictured from left are: (front row) Lions Nancy Echard, Dianne McLean, Gayle DiSalvo, Bev Nunemaker; (back row) Lions Marci Veronie, Joyce Anthony, PCC Bob Muchow, FVDG Nadja Muchow, PDG Paul Cannada, and CS Susan Favorite. Absent from picture: Lions Julie El-Taher, Doug Favorite, Donald Keeney, Jr. The 2022 Multiple District 22 Convention was held April…
She’s Naming Names
Deb Abraham Spalding Charla Acker (pictured right) is a professional in dress, demeanor, and presentation. She works out of her home office in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, and often ventures out to appear at community events. She defines her profession as, “Service work. It’s hard work, but it’s very fulfilling.” She is committed to her profession and…
Our Neighborhood Veterans
by James Rada, Jr. The Living History of Chuck Caldwell Chuck Caldwell and his father, George, came to Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, on the last day of June 1938 for the 75th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg. The town decorated with banners, bunting, and lights, and was so crowded that the Caldwells couldn’t find a room to…
Our Neighborhood Veterans
by Jim Houck, Jr. Lance Corporal Paul Joseph Humerick U.S. Marine Corps Born at Annie M. Warner Hospital in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, in June of 1947, was a son to Paul E. and Ida G. (Brawner) Humerick. They named him Paul Joseph and gave him the nickname “Sonny.” Paul and Ida took Sonny home to Emmitsburg,…
Our Neighborhood Veterans
by Jim Houck, Jr. Tina Marie Reeves E-3 United States Marine Corps Born on August 31, 1958, to Edward and Shirley Ridenour, at Annie M. Warner Hospital in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, was a daughter they named Tina Marie. They brought their daughter back to their home on Kelbaugh Road, between Emmitsburg and Thurmont. Tina has two…
What’s in the Beef at Deer Run Farm
Deb Spalding Some of us buy our meat by shopping sales at grocery stores and buying what is available at the lowest price. While there’s nothing wrong with that, it does open the door for fatty meats, unhealthy additives, and assembly-line beef that has traveled from far-off lands. The bottom line is this: To protect…
New Biography of Moves from the Civil War to WWII into the Age of Nuclear Energy
Charles “Chuck” Caldwell has talked with Civil War soldiers, fought against the Japanese in WWII, and chased mushroom clouds after atomic bomb explosions. Now ninety-two years old, he had become part of the history that he loves so much. His story is now the focus of a fascinating new biography by The Catoctin Banner’s contributing…
Church Offers Rest Stop for Face of America/Wounded Warriors Bike Ride
Every year, Veterans from around the nation bike from Arlington, Virginia to Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, as a way to build up their community and show their perseverance. Some riders have specialty bikes that allow them to bike even though they have no arms or legs. Tom’s Creek United Methodist Church (UMC) in Emmitsburg started cheering them…
Crowds Enjoy Thurmont Carnival Despite Threat of Rain
James Rada, Jr. It was touch and go some nights as to whether visitors would get rained on or not during this year’s Guardian Hose Company Carnival; but, by and large, anyone who wanted to enjoy fun rides and great carnival food could find a dry night to do it. Of course, visitors still needed…
COMMUNITY news
Thurmont Grange Presents Community Citizen Award Donna Voellinger, dedicated volunteer at the Thurmont Historical Society, was awarded the Thurmont Grange’s Community Citizen Award during a Grange dinner held on November 24, 2014, at the Grange Hall in Thurmont. In addition to her commitment to the Thurmont Historical Society, Donna is a compassionate and dedicated individual…
