Posted on 04/24/2016 12:37:59 AM PDT by nikos1121
HAGERSTOWN, MD
Hagerstown /ˈheɪɡərztaʊn/ is a city in Washington County, Maryland. It is the county seat of Washington County, and by many definitions, the largest city in a region known as Western Maryland. The population of Hagerstown city proper at the 2010 census was 39,662, and the population of the Hagerstown-Martinsburg Metropolitan Area (extending into West Virginia) was 269,140.
In 1739, Jonathan Hager, a German immigrant from Pennsylvania and a volunteer Captain of Scouts, purchased 200 acres (81 ha) of land in the Great Appalachian Valley between the Blue Ridge and Allegheny Mountains in Maryland and called it Hager’s Fancy. In 1762, Hager officially founded the town of Elizabethtown which he named after his wife, Elizabeth Kershner. Fourteen years later, Jonathan Hager became known as the "Father of Washington County" after his efforts helped Hagerstown become the county seat of newly created Washington County which Hager also helped create from neighboring Frederick County, Maryland. The City Council changed the community's name to Hager's-Town in 1813 because the name had gained popular usage, and in the following year, the Maryland State Legislature officially endorsed the changing of the town’s name.
The Band Shell in Hagerstown, MD
Alsatia Mummers Parade Hagerstown, MD 2015
City Park Hagerstown, MD
Downtown Hagerstown, MD
Rider Jet Center where Trump’s plane will taxi
Today’s Trivia
I give up trying to fool you people. I put these quizzes together and people like exit82 (btw is that the exit where you live), has it done two minutes after it’s posted.
So, I’m posting it early this time. Please try answering the trivia the first time through without looking up the answers. After that, it’s an open book quiz.
BTW exit82 our trivia buff, broke the rules, but he was so far ahead everyone else yesterday that I awarded him the $25 Amazon Gift Card, which he promptly donated to Free Republic.
1. 4 part question. Name Hagerstown’s minor league baseball team, their level of play, (eg Class A, AA or AAA), their major league team affiliation and their only Hall of Famer. 10pts
2. Who is this Hagerstown, MD notable and his claim to fame? 30pts.
3. Another notable from Hagerstown, MD for you to name 25pts. 
4. Who is this Hagerstown notable standing next to Michael Jackson? 30pts.
5. Follow up question to #4. What is her claim to fame?
a. Actress
b. Goalie for US Olympic Soccer Gold Medal Team
c. Wrote a sex column
d. Wrote two songs for Michael
6. This is the Bellanca Cruisemaster, built in the 1920s at the Bellanca Airplane factory in Hagerstown, MD. What historical significance did it have? 50pts.
Bonus Quesitons
7. True or False regarding the annual Alsatia's Mummers Parade? 20pts
a. Named after The Alsatia Club formed 1911 by 11 young men who would hang out at the local pharmacy, and take up the seats of paying customers. The owner gave them a place to meet on the second floor.
b. Parade started in 1921 to celebrate Halloween in an orderly fashion.
c. Only cars made before 1950 are allowed in the parade.
d. No animals are allowed in the parade
e. All answers are true
8. How many seats does the Alsatia Club set up for the annual parade?
a. 367
b. 1576
c. 2234
d. 5678
9. Name the group and where are the from?
10pts
Thank you for the update....and praises for the good news!!
We know you are in the best of hands, with your precious Marlene taking excellent care of you.
Rest up....take your meds....and prayers continue for a complete and speedy recovery, dear WVK.
We’re missing your posts and those great pics of Marlene’s amazing treats ;-)
Thank you. I feel blessed to belong with you all. I am hoping so hard that the people who had their faith in Cruz will begin to see what Trumps to accomplish for all Americans. I did think at one time Trump might consider Cruz as part of his circle, but he doesn’t need him or his baggage.
I honestly am sad by the whole thing. I feel badly for JR.
Wait a minute....
Cakes, pastries and such.
Mostly amazing cakes....that put most bakeries to shame!!
(Shame on you for not knowing ;-)
Glad to hear you are OK!
Take care!
Oh, we missed you!!!! Please take care of yourself!!
Great news WVK- nothing too serious, but definitely something that needs watching/treating, but, not life threatening- right? Hang in there buddy. Take care and get better. Maybe you’ll feel well enough to drop by Tuesday evening... which guessing, will be Wednesday morning in your neck of the woods? Go Trump!
3 rallies tomorrow. Should be a good time. Get your chore down early. Good night all.
Can't wait for Tuesday, when I get to vote for The Donald! :-)
Oh gee.......
YIKES....I know several people who take it and shall have to tell them.
But the funniest thing, is that when I cut some of all of the different varieties and put them in vases, the perfumes all mix well and don't overpower each other.
The bank next to the gazebo is filled with lilies including stargazers
One of the members of our garden club grew and sold lilies. They enjoyed the cross pollination and creation of new. She often gave me starts
Funny how camo will do that ! lol
Training at courthouse for election day and hopefully a trip to trump office to get signs. Lots and lots of signs Will keep you posted nikk
That was fun. Now let’s put this thread to bed and bring you coffee to today’s events.
http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/3424335/posts
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We have Warrick, RI @ 1pm
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West Chester, PA @ 4pm
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Wilkes-Barre, PA @ 7pm
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Glad you’re ok!
We had the Trump jet lined up to come over and search for you, but now we can call that off.
Great hear WVK!
Hope you get a good night’s rest now.
Maybe you can join us for the 7pm Wilkes Barre Rally thread.
Thought that it was perfect for you, Mr. Trump saying “Hello, and Thank You!”
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