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High school sports photos. Varsity county editions. (Sunspot.net -- Sports)
New school picks mascot Dec 8, 2007
The committee liked the fact that it was a little unique, said Randy Clark, who is currently the principal at Francis Scott Key High School, but will serve as principal at the new high school when it opens in 2009. Out of the other two finalists, the bulldog was more popular than the bear. (Carroll County Times)
Dec 6, 2007
High school sports winter preview -- baltimoresun. High school sports winter preview. (Sunspot.net -- Sports)
G-A grapplers look to improve with numbers and depth Dec 6, 2007
Dec. 6, Palmyra, 7 p.m.; Dec. 7, at Carlisle Tournament, 4:30 p.m.; Dec. 8, at Carlisle Tournament, 10:30 a.m.; Dec. 13, at Milton Hershey, 7 p.m.; Dec. 20, Shippensburg, 7 p.m.; Dec. 27, Jeff Yingling Memorial Tournament at Francis Scott Key HS (Md. T.B.A.; Jan. 3, at Boiling Springs, 7 p.m.; Jan. 4, at Biglerville Tournament, 5 p.m.; Jan. 5, at Biglerville Tournament, T.B.A.; Jan. 8, at Camp Hill, 7 p.m.; Jan. 11, Hub Cup at North Hagerstown HS, T.B.A.; Jan. 12, Hub Cup at North Hagerstown HS,... (Waynesboro Record Herald, PA)
Clash provides break from war Dec 2, 2007
Rivalry returns to city, first time since 9/11. So much has changed, but so much has stayed the same. (SunSpot.net)
Heyde Center serves up musical gumbo Dec 1, 2007
From Shubert to Francis Scott Key, through the Jazz Age and both World Wars and back again to the romantic composers including Franz, Frederic and Felix; it was two centuries of sound and solid entertainment last week at the Heyde Center for the Arts. Music at modest prices and free parking right here on the hill overlooking historic Chippewa Falls. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
National history museum gets $85 million facelift Nov 30, 2007
One of the museum's most admired pieces is the Star-Spangled Banner -- the 30-by-34-foot tattered flag that inspired the national anthem, written by Francis Scott Key in 1814. It will become the centerpiece of the new atrium. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Harbor Tunnel marks 50th anniversary Nov 22, 2007
The Francis Scott Key Bridge, opened in 1977, offers a dramatic view. At times the thruway south of the tunnel seems almost deserted. (Sunspot.net -- Sports)
Father to son Nov 22, 2007
Loyola-Calvert Hall: Thanksgiving tradition that's handed down through generations. In this photo from 1978, Calvert Hall's John Johnson scooted around Todd DeMario (27) and Loyola for a touchdown at Memorial Stadium. (Sunspot.net -- Sports)
Watch 'Hairspray' Nov 20, 2007
DVD releases -- baltimoresun. See what movies and TV shows are available on DVD and video. (SunSpot.net)
All booked up in Vegas Nov 18, 2007
The experienced gambler knows it's best to arrive early at a place like the Red Rock Casino sports book to get a good seat on an NFL Sunday. (Getty Images / April 17, 2006). (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
How sweep it is: River Hill captures both girls, boys team championships Nov 17, 2007
"He made sure we ran against all these teams, (Francis Scott Key) twice, Mt. Hebron like six times, and we didn't lose to a 2A team all year. The girls were like the same way. We both came into today feeling like these were our races.". River Hill transferred speculation into reality Nov. 10 at Hereford, with the boys posting 57 points to beat Francis Scott Key (77) and the girls putting up 40 to easily defeat Century (66) to win Class 2A state team titles ... Runner-up Francis Scott Key, on the... (Howard County Times, MD)
Hereford standout sets pace for Class 3A runners-up Nov 16, 2007
The Raiders trailed River Hill (57), Francis Scott Key (77), Oakland Mills (98) and Mount Hebron (109). "We were hoping for a shot at the triple crown," coach Adam Hittner said. (North County News, MD)
Youth for Christ director ready for celebration Nov 15, 2007
We're reaching almost to Harrisburg and York, and we're now in Francis Scott Key for the first time ever. Q: Is Hanover the home base. (Carroll County Times)
LETTER: Star Spangled Banner has four verses Nov 14, 2007
How many know that Francis Scott Key wrote four verses. I learned that the fourth verse has been sung on some formal occasions. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
JIM DODSON: The Hour of the Lonely Moose Nov 11, 2007
So was the Francis Scott Key Bridge, the halfway point between here and there ... By the time I reached for my breakfast apple on top of the Francis Scott Key Bridge, the sun was coming up, and Bonnie Raitt was singing, "Isn't it love that keeps us breathing? Isn't it love we're sent here for?". (The Pilot Newspaper)
Alaeze sentenced to 8 years in prison Nov 9, 2007
Former Randallstown football standout pleaded guilty to role in shooting, robbery. Melvin Alaeze was The Sun's All-Metro Defensive Player of the Year for 2004 and was regarded as one of the best defensive end prospects in the country. (Sunspot.net -- Business)
North San Diego Community News Briefs: Horticultural Society to host 'Plant Nerd Night' Nov 8, 2007
"George Key, the great, great-grandson of Francis Scott Key, the author of the "Star Spangled Banner," guest speaker for the event, will relate interesting stories about his famous ancestorand show a short film.The fall meeting of the Mayflower Descendants always begins with a reading of the Mayflower Compact, which was signed on Nov. 10, 1620, the day before the Mayflower sailed into Cape Cod Harbor.Reservations are required. Call Dorothy Schwaner, membership chairwoman for reservations, at... (North County Times)
Display at Ky. Capitol flubs history Nov 8, 2007
But Francis Scott Key didn't write "The Star Spangled Banner" until 1814, after a battle at Maryland's Fort McHenry. History professors found the anthem goof particularly appalling. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Cogs suffer blowout loss to end season Nov 3, 2007 England enjoys gameeven if Dolphins don't Oct 29, 2007 Arizona State Stays Perfect Vs. Cal Oct 28, 2007 Marine Corps Marathon Street Closings Oct 28, 2007 New Study Suggests Veteran Advocates Sway Supreme Court Oct 20, 2007 Q&A // Wils Alpern, Towson, soccer Oct 18, 2007 North San Diego County Community News Briefs: Sons of American Revolution to meet Oct 16, 2007 Thieves target Md. giant key sculptures Oct 16, 2007 Terms of Service Oct 13, 2007 Privacy Policy Oct 13, 2007 UPDATE: Pelosi defends refusal to put 'God' on flag certificates... Oct 11, 2007 North San Diego County Times Community News Briefs: Hand In Hand Schools presentation set Oct 9, 2007 Ravens release kicker Lloyd Oct 7, 2007 O say, can you sing? Sep 29, 2007 What is MyTeam? Sep 29, 2007 New test asks: What does 'American' mean? Sep 28, 2007 CPOs, selectees retire flags in special ceremony part 4 Sep 20, 2007 Inky's picks: Another good Knight on road for Century Sep 20, 2007 After knockout win, North Carroll football seeks another Sep 20, 2007 Local Roundup: McDaniel men's soccer wins in OT Sep 20, 2007 Owls boys soccer still sharp after short break Sep 19, 2007 'One blow after another ... and finally something snapped' Sep 18, 2007 Students learn history through national anthem Sep 15, 2007 Today in History September 14 Sep 14, 2007 School program hopes to gain community support Sep 7, 2007 Inspectors: HISD School Safe From Mold Sep 4, 2007 BATTLE TO BE RE-ENACTED, REMEMBERED Aug 31, 2007 Carmi native's son named company commander in Iraq Aug 31, 2007 Commitment Update Aug 26, 2007 More students attend summer school than previous years Jul 25, 2007 Elkridge Landing pupils winners in national history competition Jul 13, 2007 Current U.S. history and government questions on the naturalization exam Jul 13, 2007 O, say, can you see Keys? Jul 11, 2007 Fourth not Fourth without fireworks' mishaps Jul 8, 2007 Teens try a night of homelessness Jul 6, 2007 One verse enough Jul 6, 2007 Happy Fourth of July! Jul 5, 2007 The Star-Spangled Banner - Learn About Our Anthem Jul 4, 2007 Teaching respect for flag teaches respect for what it symbolizes Jul 4, 2007 Braun re-considering WVU, eyeing Maryland Jul 4, 2007 Community celebrates July 4 holiday Jul 3, 2007 Humor Me: The verse thing about patriotism Jul 2, 2007 Fort McHenry hits new high note Jun 30, 2007 Why is the ''Star-Spangled Banner'' our national anthem? Jun 21, 2007 Middie's life inspires O'Brien Jun 17, 2007 Valley choir performs in D.C. for Flag Day Jun 16, 2007 Carroll Religion Briefs>/b> Jun 16, 2007 Cyclists say area trailing in paths (Regina Lee) Jun 16, 2007 more » Jun 14, 2007 Baltimore: A landscape of patriotism, boats and baseball Jun 6, 2007 Old Glory a hit for 3rd straight week Jun 5, 2007 AP9 AtHomeRewards Provides Tips on How to Handle Fireworks Safely Jun 5, 2007 For the love of beauty: Careful cultivation of history-rich irises draws intrigued tour group Jun 4, 2007 Forty Days: The songs of war (and peace) Jun 2, 2007 Orioles, lacrosse fans to snarl weekend traffic May 26, 2007 Editor's Mailbag May 25, 2007 WR hires girls, boys hoops coaches May 23, 2007 Patriotic American Anthems May 16, 2007 Memorial Day Activities May 8, 2007 County sends 24 to All-Star classic May 6, 2007 Quick Guide and Transcript May 2, 2007 " Dolley Madison" visits DAR at Sibley May 1, 2007 House Arrest: Apr 27, 2007 Local Roundup: Rohrback scores 7 points, Owls fly high Apr 21, 2007 College Notebook: Catanese, MSM don't panic, back on track Apr 21, 2007
The rambunctious teens bounced up and down and let out a nd the home of the Cogs before the Coal City band could finish off the lyrics Francis Scott Key penned. But it was Coal City that burst out of the gate, much to the dismay of a plethora of fans whose car headlights formed a single line that still dotted the horizon after the opening kickoff. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Letters reveal voices from the Holocaust Nov 3, 2007
Old suitcase leads a son to the story of his father's attempt to rescue his family during World War II. It was 1986, and Richard Hollander was emotionally spent after cleaning out the home of his parents, who had died suddenly in an automobile accident a few weeks before. (Sunspot.net -- Business)
Even better, the crowd even stood and cheered in salute to a little pre-game number written by Francis Scott Key, even though The Star-Spangled Banner commemorates American defiance of a long-ago British bombardment. Why quibble, though, when something as vital as the global marketing of the NFL is at stake. (The Palm Beach Post)
2:06 AM EDT, October 28, 2007. - No. 7 Arizona State followed a familiar script to stay perfect. (Sunspot.net -- Sports)
4:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m Marshall Dr from N Meade St to Route 110 4:30 a.m - 5:30 p.m. N Meade St from Marshall Dr to Lynn Street 4:30 a.m - 4:30 p.m. Route 110 from I66 to US Hwy 1 4:30 a.m - 5:30 p.m. Wilson Blvd from Nash St to Rt 110 4:30 a.m - 5:30 p.m. Lynn Street from N Meade St to 19th St 4:30 a.m - 5:30 p.m. Ft Myer Dr from N Meade St to 19th St 7:43 a.m - 9:05 p.m. Lee Hwy eastbound from Lynn St to N Kirkwood Street 7:47 a.m. - 9:26 a.m. Spout Run Pkwy from Lee Hwy to GW Memorial Pkwy 7:54... (ABC 7 News, DC)
"The re-emergence of a Supreme Court Bar of elite attorneys ... is quietly transforming the Court and the nation's laws," says Lazarus, recalling the early 1800s, when Daniel Webster, Francis Scott Key and a handful of other lawyers dominated arguments at the Court in landmark cases. Increasingly, Lazarus says, the modern-day Court is ruling in favor of "monied interests more able to pay for such expertise.". (Law.com)
Qils Alpern, Towson, soccer -- baltimoresun. Qils Alpern, Towson, soccer. (Sunspot.net -- Sports)
The speaker will be George Key, great-grandson of Francis Scott Key, who wrote "The Star-Spangled Banner.". Reservations by Oct. 18: Ernie McCullough, (760) 743-0034. (North County Times)
Four men were arrested and charged with stealing one of 30 fiberglass keys installed throughout Frederick's historic downtown in tribute to national anthem author Francis Scott Key. Authorities said the stars-and-stripes number was taken by four men who smiled and waved at witnesses as they loaded the 6-foot item into a pickup truck. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
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(composed by Francis Scott Key, "In Defense of Fort McHenry" in September 1814. Congress proclaimed it the U.S. National Anthem in 1931 -- history follows. (The Drudge Report)
The speaker will be George Key, descendant of Francis Scott Key, author of the "Star-Spangled Banner." Reservations are required. E-mail. (North County Times)
Team signs wide receiver Willis off practice squad. 5:20 PM EDT, October 6, 2007. (Sunspot.net -- Business)
The song, a War of 1812-era poem written by Francis Scott Key as he watched the British attack on Baltimore's Fort McHenry and set to the tune of an English drinking song, covers roughly an octave and a half. That has to make even Beyonce, Mariah and Whitney a little nervous before kickoff. (Albany Times Union)
Welcome to MyTeam -- baltimoresun. MyTeam is The Sun's new one-stop destination for high school sports information. (Sunspot.net -- Sports)
Patrick Henry and Francis Scott Key are out, but Susan B. Anthony and Nancy Pelosi are in. The White House was cut, but New York and Sept. 11 made the list. (International Herald Tribune)
By custom, at the Maryland home, birthplace, and grave of Francis Scott Key; at the Worcester, Massachusetts war memorial; at the plaza in Taos, New Mexico (since 1861); at the United States Capitol (since 1918); and at Mount Moriah Cemetery in Deadwood, South Dakota. In addition, the American flag is on continual display on the surface of the Earth's Moon, having been placed there by the astronauts of Apollo 11, Apollo 12, Apollo 14, Apollo 15, Apollo 16, and Apollo 17. (The Dolphin, CT)
Thomas Johnson at Francis Scott Key: This one pits a former governor against the guy who penned the national anthem. Inky likes his American history, and old man TJ, Maryland s first elected guvvie and eventually a Supreme Court judge. (Carroll County Times)
North Carroll celebrated its win last week at Francis Scott Key with more than just the usual elation that comes in Week 2. The Panthers, their entire coaching staff and a few school administrators took turns hugging and high-fiving each other near midfield after a 21-14 victory over Key. (Carroll County Times)
Notable: Francis Scott Key s Arthur Leathers eked out a victory and his win lifted the Eagles team to a victory as well. Leathers placed first in 16 minutes, 36 seconds. (Carroll County Times)
Westminster forward Brian Harrang scored a pair of goals, finding the back of the net in the opening 10 minutes, as the Owls cruised to a 4-1 victory over visiting Francis Scott Key. The Owls spent their week off working on passing and exploiting their speed on the wings, McCullin said. (Carroll County Times)
My greatgrandfather's brother was Francis Scott Key who wrote The Star- Spangled Banner; I was named for him. My father's aunt was Mrs Suratt, who was hanged after the assassination of Lincoln because Booth had planned the deed in her house - you remember that three men and a woman were executed. (Guardian Unlimited -- Books)
The song was written in 1814 by Francis Scott Key after the lawyer/poet witnessed a battle during the War of 1812. The U.S. Navy began using the song in 1889, and an act of Congress on March 3, 1931, declared it the national anthem. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Todays Highlight in History:On Sept. 14, 1814, Francis Scott Key was inspired to write his poem The Star-Spangled Banner after witnessing how Fort McHenry in Maryland had endured British bombardment during the War of 1812. On this date:In 1812, the Russians set fire to Moscow in the face of an invasion by Napoleon Bonapartes troops. (MSNBC -- Race)
It was written by Francis Scott Key, but the music was written much earlier by John Stafford Smith and was called To Ancreoan in Heaven" which was an old drinking song. Kirsch said that many people don t know these interesting facts or even the words to the song. Kirsch has also invited city officials to participate in the project. Since the original song was penned on Sept. 14, 1814, Kirsch has planned a special ceremony at the school at 8:30 a.m. She asked Cedartown City Commissioners to... (Cedartown Standard, GA)
The union representing maintenance and custodial workers in HISD is demanding administrators close parts of Francis Scott Key Middle School. The group claimed in just the past week alone, several people at the school have become sick. (Click2Houston, TX)
The results of the Fort McHenry battle are recalled in The Star-Spangled Banner, the words to which were written by Francis Scott Key as he watched from a vessel in the harbor. The Battle of North Point is not as well-known, but it was arguably as crucial to the defense of Baltimore and the American victory in the war. (Dundalk Eagle, MD)
It was the regiment's colors that flew above the fort that inspired Francis Scott Key to write "The Star-Spangled Banner.". The unit has seen action in small skirmishes following the War of 1812 to the War Between the States through World War II, where it spearheaded the Normandy Invasion, to Vietnam and into modern history. (Carmi Times, IL)
Francis Scott Key HS/Union Bridge, MD OL Height: 6-5 Weight: 285 Record: 0-0. This Week: No game. (BlueGoldNews.com)
ken koons/staff photo Michele Eyler helps Michael Linthicum with algebra at Francis Scott Key High School in Uniontown ... At Francis Scott Key High School, 31 students are enrolled, compared to 19 students the year before, according to coordinator Michelle Eyler. (Carroll County Times, MD)
Travis portrayed Francis Scott Key, who authored the "Star-Spangled Banner" after witnessing the battle at Fort McHenry, while Shayne portrayed a British soldier. In his role, Shayne said he tried to portray the mixed emotions of war, at times using 19th century dialect. (Howard County Times, MD)
Article:Current U.S. history and government questions on the na:/c/a/2007/07/12/MNQUESTIONS.DTL Article:Current U.S. history and government questions on the na:/c/a/2007/07/12/MNQUESTIONS.DTL. Thursday, July 12, 2007. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
In Frederick, anthem author lies nearby and majors aren't so far off By Candus Thomson and Monica Lopossay Sun reporters Originally published July 11, 2007 FREDERICK // When the wind is right, the national anthem drifts from Harry Grove Stadium to a crypt in Mount Olivet Cemetery, where Francis Scott Key is buried. Key, who died in 1843, certainly never envisioned that his poem, "The Star-Spangled Banner," would be set to music and played at the beginning of baseball games everywhere. (Sunspot.net -- Sports)
" If there's a chance you don't know those words, the song from which they come and the writer, you probably are either about six years old or from a foreign country where they don't speak English. But I found out a few things about the song last week while doing a little research. For instance, Francis Scott Key didn't write the tune, which is to his credit as it's notorious for being difficult to sing. The actual melody is a really old British drinking song called "To Anacreon in Heaven. " Key... (Buffalo Reflex, MO)
Actors portraying George Washington, Francis Scott Key, Patrick Henry, Benjamin Franklin and others tell how the country was founded as a Christian nation. It's based on a book by Herman Oellerich and adapted and directed for the stage by Kimberly Bartee. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
The words by Francis Scott Key may have seemed right when he wrote them in 1814 ... " master of logic wrote on Jul 4, 2007 2:07 PM:" Francis Scott Key must have been a really optimistic man: "Then conquer we must." The man was on a prison ship. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
And it got powder-burned the night Francis Scott Key. Sat watching it writing _Oh Say Can You See. (Los Angeles, TheInsiders.com)
He was taken prisoner, and a young lawyer named Francis Scott Key boarded the ship to try to get the doctor released. The British captain agreed, but his release would have to wait, because the Royal Navy was about to attack the fort. (CBS 2, NY)
She witnessed the battle of Fort McHenry and heard 35-year-old poet Francis Scott Key admire her beauty. She kept Gen. George Washington's group warm during the cold winter at Valley Forge and, more recently, led the way through the mountain passes of Korea, the jungles of Vietnam and the deserts of the Middle East. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Theres another angle to the story: Braun is friendly with Francis Scott Key (Md. lineman , who has offers from Maryland and. (TerpTown.com)
"On Sept. 14, 1814, the American patriot Francis Scott Key peered through the clearing smoke to see an enormous flag flying proudly after a 25-hour British bombardment of Baltimore's Fort McHenry," Huse said. "Key was inspired to write a poem, which was later set to music. Even before 'The Star Spangled Banner' became our national anthem, it helped transform the garrison flag with the same name into a major national symbol of patriotism and identity.". (Sealy News, TX)
Nearly 200 years after Francis Scott Key wrote The Star-Spangled Banner, I m sure that s what he would want today. And maybe one of those glow-in-the-dark tube things to wear on his head. (KHOU.com, TX)
Built in the late 18th century to protect the city from an attack, the fort is best-known for providing the inspiration for Francis Scott Key's "Star-Spangled Banner." ... "I would say she went a little farther, because Francis Scott Key just wrote the words, and she wrote a whole march," he said. (SunSpot.net)
Lawyer/poet Francis Scott Key penned the poem that later became our Na-tional Anthem during the War of 1812 as he watched the British Navy lob shells at Baltimore's Fort McHenry for 25 hours. The valiant defense of the fort of-fered by more than 1,000 dedicated Americans inspired him to put words to paper. (Winona Daily News, MN)
He certainly wouldn't go on a golf trip to Europe, even if it were in the memory Francis Scott Key. What O'Brien said about his trip on Friday inspired me to attempt to learn more about the Middie whose memory inspired these biannual trips. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Back up to 2004 when a Harris Poll result revealed that two out of three Americans do not know the words to our National Anthem, The Star-Spangled Banner, and many are unaware of the historical events that inspired Francis Scott Key in 1814 to pen the poem that was later set to music. Of those who do know the lyrics, the poll showed that more than 70 percent learned it in their school music class. (Los Angeles Daily News)
The Keymar Evangelical Wesleyan Church, 1011 Francis Scott Key Highway, will hold Spiritual Renewal Services at 7:30 p.m., June 20 through June 24. The group SEVEN will be there to minister through music and the Word. (Carroll County Times, MD)
The cyclists used their journey to promote alternative transportation in light of rising gas prices, healthy living and "scenic tourism." The bikers passed historic sites along the way such as Fort McHenry, where Francis Scott Key was inspired to write "The Star-Spangled Banner" during a British bombardment in 1812, and cycled along the path of the now-defunct Baltimore olis Railroad. The group also took a two-hour bike tour in Annapolis that highlighted the Maryland capital's green initiatives. (Washington Times)
It was this flag, with its 15-stars and 15-stripes, that was flying over Fort McHenry in 1814 when Francis Scott Key wrote his poem The Defense of Fort M Henry which was later set to music and became the Star-Spangled Banner. In 1818, after five more states joined the Union, Congress fixed the number of stripes at 13 and required that the number of stars equal the number of states. (Searcy Daily Citizen, AR)
A 35-year-old poet lawyer, Francis Scott Key, wrote a patriotic piece originally titled Defense of Fort Henry ; it is better known today as The Star Spangled Banner ... An easily navigated series of walkways links a plethora of hotels with the Inner Harbor so that, if water, ships and Francis Scott Key are not your cup of tea, a short walk in the opposite, landlubber direction will take the visitor to the home of the Baltimore Orioles at Camden Yards. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Francis Scott Key wrote its praises nearly two centuries ago, and the fluttering stars and stripes of Old Glory still can bring a tear to the eye of a patriot. Now WND readers have made the a simple, direct way to recognize the nation's heritage, their top choice at for the third straight week. (WorldNetDaily)
Well before Francis Scott Key wrote in 1814 of "the rockets' red glare, the bombs bursting in air, [giving proof through the night that our flag was still there," Philadelphia marked the one-year anniversary of our country's independence by adjourning Congress and setting off bonfires and fireworks against a backdrop of ringing bells. It is, in fact, that 1777 celebration, rather than "The Star-Spangled Banner" (which didn't become the official national anthem of the U.S. until March 3, 1931),... (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Rose toured the irises with a bus load of members of the regional American Iris Society, who came from as far as North Carolina and West Virginia on May 25 to tour the garden as part of a celebration of the local Francis Scott Key chapter of the American Iris Society's 40th anniversary ... Doris, president of the Francis Scott Key chapter, the local chapter of the American Iris Society, keeps the garden in memory of her husband. (Carroll County Times)
I am somewhat of a history buff, but I knew or remembered little about the conditions under which Francis Scott Key wrote his poem until I did a little research. (I had meant to cover this in one article, but I found so much of interest that I ran out of space so) - to be continued. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
The Maryland Transportation Authority is advising motorists traveling through Baltimore between 10 a.m. and 10 p.m. today through Monday to use the Baltimore Harbor Tunnel or the Francis Scott Key Bridge as an alternative to the Fort McHenry Tunnel. The heaviest traffic is expected on Interstate 95 south of the city approaching the Russell Street and Interstate 395 exits as well as city streets leading to the Camden Yards stadium complex. (SunSpot.net)
It was written by Francis Scott Key and should be sung word for word as it was written. Sorry if this offends anyone, but I am offended myself. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Marino recently returned to the area after coaching the junior varsity boys for two years at Francis Scott Key High School in Union Bridge, Va. Prior to that, he coached the freshman team at the same school. (Milton Standard Journal, PA)
The ultimate winner in the public opinion contest that determined our National Anthem, were written by Francis Scott Key in 1814 as he observed a battle at Fort McHenry. Shortly after writing the words they were placed together with the music to a famous John Stafford Smith song, To Anacreon in Heaven. (Suite101.com)
The Star-Spangled Banner - This song was written by Francis Scott Key during the War of 1812. It became America's national anthem in 1931. (Suite101.com)
County players on the Big School, East team, coached by Liberty's Erik Barnes, include Francis Scott Key's Shane Eyler and Jimmy Gilford; North Carroll's Evan Picciotto, Nick Riley, Mike Yingling and Levi Lafferty; Liberty's Jared Heffler, Jack Lambert and John Byram; and Westminster's Dustin Tarlow, Brett Harman and Doug Politz ... Panthers tune upLooking to improve their fourth-place finish in last year's Class 3A state track and field meet, the North Carroll girls last weekend got a good... (Sunspot.net -- Sports)
Was it: A) Abraham Lincoln, B) George Washington, C) Thomas Jefferson or D) Francis Scott Key. You've got three seconds -- GO. (CNN -- Education)
Frizzell told of Madison entertaining Francis Scott Key in her home, the White House. Key told Madison of his experience in the War of 1812 and presented her with a copy of his poem. (Pontiac Daily Leader, IL)
Stanbery reported the assault to the House, which ordered its sergeant-at-arms to "take in custody, wherever to be found, the body of Samuel Houston; and the same in his custody to keep, subject to the further order and direction of this House." Houston was arrested and brought before the House, where he was represented by Francis Scott Key (that ). After a monthlong trial, he was reprimanded and sent on his way. (Slate)
Frederick 4, Francis Scott Key 2. Site: Frederick. (Carroll County Times)
HIGHLY QUALIFIED: Frostburg sophomore Brian Leiter (Francis Scott Key) finished the 800 run in 1 minute, 54. 4 seconds last weekend at the Bison Outdoor Classic in Lewisburg, Pa. (Carroll County Times, MD)
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