Small crowd attends ceremony at downtown park Jun 17, 2008
It's what Francis Scott Key wrote about outside Fort McHenry, shocked that our flag was "still there" after witnessing the bombardment on the fort. He didn't write what would become our National Anthem about our country - he wrote about our flag. (Carmi Times, IL)
Five if by land Jun 12, 2008
Ninety different flags flap in the breeze at the top of the fort, including a replica of the 15-stars-and-15-stripes banner that inspired Francis Scott Key - and so many off-tune renditions of our national anthem. The tour leads into an inner powder magazine. (Boston Globe)
Edwardsburg American Legion commander visits Capt. Samuel Felt DAR Jun 11, 2008
Flying over Fort McHenry in Baltimore, after a long night of battle, it inspired Francis Scott Key, 35, to write the poem that became the national anthem in 1931 after Ripley's Believe it or Not pointed out that America lacked one. A woman started sewing the 15-star banner in her home in Baltimore, but it was too big, so she used an empty malt room at a nearby brewery to complete it. (Dowagiac News, MI)
Flag Day and National Flag Week, 2008 Jun 7, 2008
When Francis Scott Key saw the American flag flying over Fort McHenry in 1814, he believed that liberty would triumph. The flag that inspired Key to write our National Anthem still energizes and emboldens the American spirit today. (White House News Releases)
SIGHTINGS: Celebs, athletes aplenty Jun 6, 2008
Taylor said he's been thinking a lot lately about when Francis Scott Key wrote The Star-Spangled Banner and what the flag represents today. "Now, the flag is everywhere. The question isn't, 'Is it there?' The question now is what exactly is it that it waves over," Taylor said. (USA Today -- Sports)
By whatever name, they are 'laws of life' Jun 1, 2008
The Star-Spangled Banner by Francis Scott Key. The Bill of Rights of the United States Constitution. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
May 29: What a weekend May 29, 2008
Events in O.C. will take place at the Francis Scott Key Motel include bike games, poker runs and a bike show. Trophies awarded to winners in various categories. (Carroll County Times, MD)
Our flag is worth saluting May 28, 2008
Inspired by the British bombardment at Fort McHenry, Francis Scott Key penned the lyrics to our national anthem in 1814. To date there has been 27 official versions of the Stars until 1912 when President Taft standardized the then new flags 48 stars into six rows of eight. (Bainbridge Post Searchlight, GA)
Town notes Memorial Day with remembrance, wishes for those now in service May 27, 2008
He recalled Francis Scott Key s writing of a poem, The Star-Spangled Banner, written during a British attack on Fort McHenry during the War of 1812 and read aloud the poem Flanders Fields, written to remember those who gave their lives in World War I.. Pedersen did not shy away from sadness. (Swampscott Reporter, MA)
Glad You Asked: Weve reprised some of more popular military and patriotic-themed questions for this version of Glad You Asked. Enjoy. May 25, 2008
Lawyer/poet Francis Scott Key penned the poem that later became our National 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 offered by more than 1,000 dedicated Americans inspired him to put words to paper. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
MacArthur project earns post all-star honors May 23, 2008
"FRANCIS SCOTT KEY!" they answered ... They performed readings about the poet Francis Scott Key, the Battle of Fort McHenry against the British Navy during the War of 1812, and how "The Star-Spangled Banner" became the national anthem in 1931. (Leavenworth Lamp, KS)
Time To Remember Why We Can Cheer May 23, 2008
Written by Francis Scott Key, the song was a poem written in 1814. Key wrote it after seeing the attack on Fort McHenry in Baltimore during the War of 1812. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
Scholarship Listing (May 8, 2008) May 15, 2008
Those eligible: To be awarded in July to students in the Frederick/Carroll County areas who attended Linganore, Walkersville, and Francis Scott Key high schools; or to those who have some relation to the Union Bridge Church of the Brethren. Must have successfully completed one year of training beyond high school before being considered. (Carroll County Times)
Community Foundation of Carroll County Scholarships (May 8) May 15, 2008
Eligibility: The student shall be graduating senior of Francis Scott Key or Westminster High School; been accepted at an accredited College, University or Technical School; scholarship will be awarded based on financial need; should demonstrate exemplary character, leadership through service learning, contributions to school and the community-at-large; submit a 500-word essay on career and personal goals and how the Stephen E. Troop Memorial Scholarship will help achieve those goals ... This... (Carroll County Times, MD)
Obama sports flag pin again after long absence May 14, 2008
Like the American flag that Francis Scott Key famously wrote about, the one on Barack Obama's lapel keeps appearing and disappearing. The Democratic presidential hopeful said he generally stopped wearing a flag pin after the 2001 terrorist attacks because he felt it replaced true patriotism for some public officials. (Globe and Mail)
Schools Use Cash as Incentives for Attendance, Grades May 8, 2008
Except her office isn't on Wall Street -- she's sitting at her desk at the Francis Scott Key middle school here ... The Francis Scott Key Elementary/Middle School sits two streets up from Baltimore Harbor, across from a Marine Corps League hall and a factory that makes ingredients for glass. (KFOR Oklahoma City, OK)
Schools use cash as an incentive to boost attendance and scores May 2, 2008
Pay grades: Sixth-grader Timothy Lee concentrates on a lesson during a Stocks in the Future program at Francis Scott Key Elementary/Middle School in Baltimore, where students learn about finance and manage their own portfolios ... Except her office isn't on Wall Street she's sitting at her desk at the Francis Scott Key middle school here ... The Francis Scott Key Elementary/Middle School sits two streets up from Baltimore Harbor, across from a Marine Corps League hall and a factory... (Christian Science Monitor -- USA)
Quick work for Knights softball (43) Apr 12, 2008
Ken Koons/Staff Photo Francis Scott Key s Kelley Farley and Julia Conway are unable to gather in the ball as Century s Meghan Clements takes second base during Friday s game in Eldersburg. ELDERSBURG Century hurlers Anna Struhar and Brooke Stambaugh combined to strike out 17 Francis Scott Key batters, but it still wasn t enough to get Struhar to work on time. (Carroll County Times)
Blasi wearing blinders Apr 12, 2008
Assistant trainer worried only about his horse, Pyro. - Pyro has been going about his business, galloping on the racetrack, schooling in the paddock, unconcerned about who sees him in the barn being given a bath. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Key West and the Second Amendment Apr 10, 2008
Department of useless, yet interesting, information ; What rocket s red glare was Francis Scott Key writing about when he penned the poem that eventually became the national anthem. Sir William Congreve developed a rocket that could fire to about 9,000 feet. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Anniversaries cast attention on ‘Lincoln flag’ in Milford Apr 7, 2008
The Columns receives about 3,000 visitors annually, a pittance compared to the 2 million people who file through the Smithsonian Institution s National Museum of American History each year to view another famous flag Francis Scott Key s Star-Spangled Banner. Many stop specifically to see the Lincoln flag and other memorabilia related to the assassination and the Gourlay/Struthers family, including Civil War buffs who are blown away by this, Ms. Strelecki said. (Scranton Times, PA)
Liberty girls lacrosse not rattled (46) Apr 4, 2008
For now they own county wins over Francis Scott Key and North Carroll (1-4, 1-1), which had trouble keeping pace with Liberty in the early stages of Thursday s game. Dodging the half-dollar-sized chunks of icy slush was bad enough. (Carroll County Times, MD)
Phils enjoy 'Broadway in Clearwater' Mar 19, 2008
-- Francis Scott Key couldn't have had this in mind. His "Star-Spangled Banner" received a glitzy makeover at Bright House Field on Tuesday, when Broadway producer Dale Badway performed a rousing rendition of the national anthem before the Phillies-Rays game. (MLB.com -- Philadelphia Phillies)
Dan Chiasson on 'The Best American Erotic Poems' Mar 15, 2008
" A few dead Americans famous for doing things other than writing great erotic poems, like Francis Scott Key and Emma Lazarus, make an appearance; their poems are neither great nor really very erotic. As with many anthologies, you can't believe the exclusions: nothing by Marianne Moore? No H.D.? What about Edwin Arlington Robinson's "Eros Turannos"? Now that's a great, even a really great, poem, and, as its title suggests, it's also pretty erotic. Does America truly possess, as Leh-man claims, a... (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
JEFFERSON AWARDPresented to Ina Gyemant Feb 25, 2008
The Youth Treatment and Education Court proved to be so successful that in 2000, Gyemant, in conjunction with the SFUSD and other community partners, established the Youth Treatment and Education Center Academy, which is located at 43rd Avenue and Judah Street, in trailers that have been set up in the yard of the old Francis Scott Key Elementary School in San Francisco. The alternative high school accepts teens ages 14 to 18 who are on probation. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Live: Signed Letters Of Intent Feb 7, 2008
Francis Scott Key HS. Coached by Bill Hyson at Francis Scott Key High School two-time all-Monocacy Valley Athletic League on offense and defense two-time all-Carroll County selection named as an offensive lineman to play in the Super 22 all-star game, featuring the best players from the Baltimore metro area also played basketball and baseball son of Robert and Carol Bassler. (West Virginia Sports -- Rivals.com)
Police Check Report of Child Thrown from Md. Bridge Feb 5, 2008
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Letters to the editor Jan 31, 2008
" Arielifan wrote on Jan 30, 2008 6:58 AM:" In case anyone actually cares, "The Star Spangled Banner", though written by Francis Scott Key, an ametuer poet in 1814 about events in 1812 was put to the music of a then popular British drinking song. It didn't become the National Anthem until 1931. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Craig Ferguson: He's One of Us Now Jan 30, 2008
As for his response when asked who penned the "Star-Spangled Banner": "Francis Scott Key. And Puff Daddy.". Ferguson said on his show that he will officially take the oath of citizenship sometime in the next few weeks, and while it may be good news for the Scotland native, it's perhaps bad news for one of his longest-running bits. (E! Online)
Keokuk Elks Lodge announces area essay winners Jan 17, 2008
In the war of 1812, Francis Scott Key thought all was lost as the British bombed Fort McHenry, but his courage returned as he saw the American flag still blowing in the morning. The flag isn't just a symbol of courage and freedom though, it's also a symbol of peace and honor. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
'Idol' returns; what would you sing? Jan 15, 2008
The Star-Spangled Banner, lyrics by Francis Scott Key. Jessica Blount, 21, Sparta. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Devils lose close match Dec 22, 2007
G-A (1-1) will be wrestling in the Jeff Yingling Memorial Tournament at Francis Scott Key High School in Union Bridge, Md. on Dec. 27. (Waynesboro Record Herald, PA)
Bowie State University Dec 12, 2007
Maryland's first historically black college is dedicated to increasing the number of minority scientists, mathematicians and engineers. The oldest historically black college in Maryland and the third oldest in the nation held its first classes at the African Baptist Church at the corner of Calvert and Saratoga streets in downtown Baltimore in 1865. (Sunspot.net -- Sports)
All-Metro archive Dec 12, 2007
All-Metro teams archive -- baltimoresun. All-Metro teams archive. (Sunspot.net -- Sports)
Fall All-Metro Dec 12, 2007
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)
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)
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)
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
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)
England enjoys gameeven if Dolphins don't Oct 29, 2007
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)
Arizona State Stays Perfect Vs. Cal Oct 28, 2007
2:06 AM EDT, October 28, 2007. - No. 7 Arizona State followed a familiar script to stay perfect. (Sunspot.net -- Sports)
Marine Corps Marathon Street Closings Oct 28, 2007
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)
New Study Suggests Veteran Advocates Sway Supreme Court Oct 20, 2007
"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)
Q&A // Wils Alpern, Towson, soccer Oct 18, 2007
Qils Alpern, Towson, soccer -- baltimoresun. Qils Alpern, Towson, soccer. (Sunspot.net -- Sports)
North San Diego County Community News Briefs: Sons of American Revolution to meet Oct 16, 2007
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)
Thieves target Md. giant key sculptures Oct 16, 2007
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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UPDATE: Pelosi defends refusal to put 'God' on flag certificates... Oct 11, 2007
(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)
