by Chad Dean | May 3, 2021 | Caroline Government, Featured |
Being the devoted residents you are, I am sure all of you can without thinking instantly name the official bird, flower, and tree of Caroline County. For the rest of the reading audience, we acknowledge the Eastern bluebird, the field daisy, and the sweet gum as...
by Chad Dean | Mar 7, 2021 | Featured |
Federalsburg community pillar Edward Everett Goslin, died unexpectedly of Bright’s Disease, the same kidney condition that prematurely took the life of 21st President Chester Arthur, on March 20, 1914. He is undoubtedly worthy of the flattering portrait that hangs in...
by Chad Dean | Jan 31, 2021 | Featured |
In addition to my local history columns, I have also previously shared some musings on the subject of travel. Specifically, I have promoted the 100th anniversary of the National Park Service, the continental American Discovery Trail bisecting the Mid-Shore, and the...
by Chad Dean | Jan 1, 2021 | Featured |
Most local history enthusiasts are familiar with the storied rivalry between Caroline County native son Charles Dickinson and future president Andrew Jackson that culminated in a fatal 1806 gun duel. After a dispute about the particulars of a proposed horse race led...
by Chad Dean | Oct 3, 2020 | Featured |
Photo: Nettie (with glasses) in a group that includes future Caroline County Commissioner Charles Dean Sr. at the beach. He worked for her “squiring” guests around the resort. Prominent teacher, suffragette, and businesswoman Nettie Caroline Dean Carter...
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