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Saturday, March 05, 2022

Stan Chase Nov. 30, 1931 – Feb. 24, 2022


Our friend Stan Chase died on February 24, 2022. Mr. Chase was an amazing person of incredible accomplishments. He will be greatly missed. 

Stan Chase Nov. 30, 1931 – Feb. 24, 2022

Stanislaus (Stan) Chase was born in Westminster, Maryland, on November 30, 1931, to the late Inez Gibson. The “thin man with the kind face” was called home to be with the Lord, sitting in his favorite chair, on Thursday, February 24, 2022. https://ccnaacp7014.blogspot.com/2022/03/stan-chase-nov-30-1931-feb-24-2022.html 

Stan attended Robert Moton School in Westminster, Maryland, and graduated in 1948. Stan graduated from Maryland State College (now University of Maryland Eastern Shore) in 1952 with a Bachelor of Arts degree.  Stan served in the Army during the Korean War and was honorably discharged at the rank of Sergeant in 1954. Stan was extremely “Proud” of his military service to his country.

Stan completed graduate studies at the University of Maryland, and Morgan State College (University), and would later receive his Master of Arts from Towson State College (University) in 1970.

Stan began his career as an educator in 1955 as a Physical Education and Science teacher in Leonardtown, Maryland.  It was here that he met the love of his life, Anne Williams who preceded him in death. 

 Stan taught and coached at his alma mater Robert Moton Consolidated from 1957 to 1964. At the height of desegregation, Stan was transferred to Sykesville High School in 1964.  He is often credited by both African Americans and Caucasian Americans in the community as being the “reason school integration worked in Carroll County.” He was also deemed “the most popular guy in Carroll County with students and teachers.”

Sykesville High School became Sykesville Middle School in 1967. Stan continued as the Physical Education teacher and assumed other positions of increased responsibility including Health Education Specialist, Guidance Counselor, and ultimately was promoted to the position of Vice Principal.  He retired from Carroll County Schools in 1995.

Stan and Anne were married in 1957, and were blessed with their son, Bryant Gordon Chase in 1959. Even though Stan had only one child, because of his many years as an educator, coach, and memberships in multiple local and national organizations, and church memberships, numerous individuals considered him a second father, mentor, and trusted advisor.  

He had a sharp mind and was very knowledgeable about history and sports.  He read the local Baltimore Sun and AFRO American Newspapers, and kept abreast of local, national, and international news.

Stan’s love of sports started with participation, but grew to coaching, officiating, and he spent countless hours of fanatic-level viewing with his son Bryant.  In 1961 he coached the Robert Moton High School Basketball Team to win the state championship.  This was only the second Carroll County School basketball team to ever win a state title.  

Stan officiated many state championship football games as a member of the Maryland Board of Football Officials, and the Central Maryland Football Officials. He continued to officiate multiple sports well into his eighties.  

Stan was inducted into the Carroll County Sports Hall of Fame in 2002, and the gymnasium at the Robert Moton High School Museum is also dedicated in his name and honor.

Stan was a generous, selfless giver of his time and money to support charities, the community (including the Grove Park Neighborhood Association), family, friends, and neighbors. 

He sponsored or supported many youth-development and scholarship programs through his affiliations with local and national organizations, including being a volunteer and mentor for the MESA (Math Engineering Science Achievement) Program which is hosted by the Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory. 

He also served for over 20 years as an election official poll volunteer for District #5, at School #224, Grove Park Elementary School in Baltimore City, and as a Regular Election Judge from 2010 to 2016.  Stan was a dependable, conscientious Election Judge that made sure accuracy and ethics were adhered to at polling station.  He spent hours upon hours making sure the polling station was conducted in a professional manner and that respect was bestowed to every person who entered the polls to vote. 

He was known for his kindness and attention to detail.  He assisted many persons in the Grove Park Community who needed to be transported to the polls due to physical challenges and mobility issues.

Stan enjoyed spending time with family and friends, which includes, working at the Reese Firehouse Carnival, Cruising the Caribbean, singing in the church choir, playing and coaching softball, and he never met a line dance he wouldn’t try!  He was always a consummate gentleman, and he was quiet, but, when he spoke, he had a word of encouragement and knowledge for all who encountered him.

Stan leaves to celebrate his life: his son, Bryant Chase, wife Kimberly; his brother, George Gibson; his grandchildren, Derek Chase (Wife Destinee), Brittany Chase (Husband Rico), and Joshua Chase; seven great-grandchildren; two sisters-in-law, Evelyn Marie Wein (husband Larry), and Jean Barbara Jamison; numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews; a host of other relatives, friends, neighbors, fraternity brothers, Prince Hall Masonic family, church families, former students and co-workers, and his Grove Park neighbors.
Stan was a proud and distinguished member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc., and the Free Masons.  

His journey with Alpha Phi Alpha began with the Delta Nu at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore where he served as a chartering member.  He joined the Delta Lambda Graduate Chapter in Baltimore City where he held several leadership positions including Chapter Vice President.  He is a Founder of the Rho Tau Lambda Graduate Chapter serving the Greater Baltimore Metropolitan Area, which was chartered on November 8, 2008.

Stan also held many positions of leadership in multiple Houses of the Free Masons. These include:

Past Master (PM) James E. Stewart Lodge No. 49
Past High Priest (PHP), King David No 1, Holy Royal Arch Mason, Baltimore, MD.
Past Thrice Illustrious Master (PTIM), Omega Council No. 2, Royal and Select Masters, Baltimore, MD
Past Eminent Commander (PEC), St. Joseph Commandery No. 2, Havre de Grace, MD
Past Commander in Chief (PCIC), Western Maryland Consistory #270
Past Potentate, ANWAR Temple #219, Rockville, MD
Sir Knight, Beausant Royal Court No. 1 of Cyrene, Baltimore, MD

Expressions of condolence may be sent to:

Bryant Chase & Family
301 Moores Branch Circle
Westminster, MD 21158

In lieu of flowers, please donate to any of the following:
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Rho Tau Lambda Chapter
Rho Tau Lambda Foundation, Inc
201 4th Avenue
Brooklyn Park, MD 21225
(provides scholarships to Baltimore students annually, and supports the “Alpha Achievers” After-school program)

Checks can be made out to Rho Tau Lambda Foundation Inc, or via PayPal at rtlfoundation2013@gmail.com

Former Students and Friends of Robert Moton HS, Inc
Scholarship Program
301 S Center Street
Westminster, MD 21157

Greater Maryland Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association
P.O. Box 4526
Lutherville, MD 21094

Maryland Grand Council Knights of Pythagoras
c/o James E. Stewart Lodge #49
PO Box 47
New Market, MD 21774

https://www.josephhbrown.com/obituary/STANISLAUS-CHASE 

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Thursday, February 24, 2022

1940s Taneytown Maryland


1940s Taneytown Maryland 

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Monday, February 21, 2022

Atlas Obscura - Penny Lick


Atlas Obscura - Penny Lick: This is some deceptive, dirty ice cream ware. Penny licks were England’s most nefarious ice cream paraphernalia. As the name suggests, a few licks of ice cream cost just a penny. Contracting tuberculosis was free.

Ice cream began to achieve widespread popularity in England in the mid 1800s. Before the invention of the cone, ice cream vendors, or Jacks, served scoops in cups called penny licks. They hawked ice cream in ha’penny (half penny) and tu’penny (two penny) licks, too. But the standard penny lick was most popular.

These small glasses were designed especially for ice cream. Their bottom-heavy build kept them stable as Jacks paddled peaks of frozen cream on top, and their conical shape and the thick glass obscured the magnitude of their contents. Even the tiniest dollop of ice cream appeared bountiful.

During the penny lick’s day, Englishmen had little conception of germs. After finishing their ice cream, customers handed back their well-licked penny lick, and the next customer ate from the same cup. Because of the conical openings, Jacks couldn’t keep the narrow point clean if they tried. Penny licks became the perfect vessel for transmitting disease.

As tuberculosis swept the nation, the medical community pointed at ice cream vendors. A 1879 English medical report blamed a cholera outbreak on the reuse of glassware, and fear of tuberculosis led the city of London to ban penny licks in 1899. Some undeterred ice cream vendors used the unsanitary serving cups until they were more widely banned in the 1920s and 1930s. By that time, a new ice cream vessel reigned supreme. Waffle cones nudged the penny lick from the public’s hands, and they remain a safe, single-use crowd pleaser to this day.

Next time you’re enjoying a cone on the street, remember: That melting scoop of frozen cream didn’t always come free of infectious disease.

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Monday, February 14, 2022

Earl Seipp, 92 son of Westminster Police Chief


Earl Seipp, 92 son of Westminster Police Chief

Earl Seipp Obituary Westminster, MD - Earl Seipp age 92, of Westminster, died February 5, 2022 in Randallstown, MD from heart-related problems.


A memorial service will be held for Earl Seipp at the Carroll Lutheran Village's Krug Chapel on Friday, February 18th, 2022, at 3:00 pm. The address is 300 St. Luke Circle Westminster, MD 21158.


Born July 4, 1929, in Westminster, Maryland. Earl was a lifelong resident of Carroll County.


Earl Seipp was the son of the late Charles L. Seipp (former Westminster City Chief of Police) and Helen (Rhodes) Seipp. Earl graduated from Westminster High School in 1947.


He married Elizabeth Jane (White) Seipp in April 1958. Together they raised two daughters, Robin and Heidi. Betty predeceased Earl in June 1997. Soon after her death, Earl took residence at Carroll Lutheran Village where he spent the rest of his life.


Earl served in the U.S. Army from 1948-1951. He was stationed in post-WWII Germany and later in Washington, D.C. He used his VA benefits to pursue a B.A. in Sociology from Western Maryland College.


He had a long career as a life insurance salesman – "selling something no one wants" as he frequently said. He loved horses, shooting sports, photography, high diving, and conservative politics.


Earl was a long-time member of the V.F.W. and served as their chaplain for a decade. Earl was fond of telling stories and reminiscing about the past.


His daughters, Robin Hanna of Florida and Heidi Berry of Virginia survive along with Heidi's husband, Russ, and their two sons Seth, his wife Michelle, and Roberto.


Earl's brother, Darryl Seipp and his wife Judy both reside in Westminster. Earl was predeceased by a sister, LaRue Blizzard and his brothers Charles Seipp Jr., Robert Seipp, and Jack Seipp.


A memorial service will be held at the Carroll Lutheran Village's Krug Chapel on Friday, February 18th, 2022, at 3:00 pm. The address is 300 St. Luke Circle Westminster, MD 21158.

A private graveside service will be held in Virginia. Memorial contributions may be made to assist the work of Samaritan's Purse (samaritanspurse.org).


https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/carrollcountytimes/name/earl-seipp-obituary?id=32810414


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Earl Seipp, 92 son of Westminster Police Chief


Earl Seipp, 92 son of Westminster Police Chief

Earl Seipp Obituary Westminster, MD - Earl Seipp age 92, of Westminster, died February 5, 2022 in Randallstown, MD from heart-related problems.

A memorial service will be held for Earl Seipp at the Carroll Lutheran Village's Krug Chapel on Friday, February 18th, 2022, at 3:00 pm. The address is 300 St. Luke Circle Westminster, MD 21158.

Born July 4, 1929, in Westminster, Maryland. Earl was a lifelong resident of Carroll County.

Earl Seipp was the son of the late Charles L. Seipp (former Westminster City Chief of Police) and Helen (Rhodes) Seipp. Earl graduated from Westminster High School in 1947.

He married Elizabeth Jane (White) Seipp in April 1958. Together they raised two daughters, Robin and Heidi. Betty predeceased Earl in June 1997. Soon after her death, Earl took residence at Carroll Lutheran Village where he spent the rest of his life.

Earl served in the U.S. Army from 1948-1951. He was stationed in post-WWII Germany and later in Washington, D.C. He used his VA benefits to pursue a B.A. in Sociology from Western Maryland College.

He had a long career as a life insurance salesman – "selling something no one wants" as he frequently said. He loved horses, shooting sports, photography, high diving, and conservative politics.

Earl was a long-time member of the V.F.W. and served as their chaplain for a decade. Earl was fond of telling stories and reminiscing about the past.

His daughters, Robin Hanna of Florida and Heidi Berry of Virginia survive along with Heidi's husband, Russ, and their two sons Seth, his wife Michelle, and Roberto.

Earl's brother, Darryl Seipp and his wife Judy both reside in Westminster. Earl was predeceased by a sister, LaRue Blizzard and his brothers Charles Seipp Jr., Robert Seipp, and Jack Seipp.

A memorial service will be held at the Carroll Lutheran Village's Krug Chapel on Friday, February 18th, 2022, at 3:00 pm. The address is 300 St. Luke Circle Westminster, MD 21158.

A private graveside service will be held in Virginia. Memorial contributions may be made to assist the work of Samaritan's Purse (samaritanspurse.org).

https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/carrollcountytimes/name/earl-seipp-obituary?id=32810414


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WSJ: Trucks Are Clogging America’s Roads, Delivering Goods and Tearing up Yards


WSJ: Trucks Are Clogging America’s Roads, Delivering Goods and Tearing up Yards

Interesting to come across this article at a time when many of us have noticed an uptick in truck traffic in Westminster. I was pondering that much of the additional traffic was a result of more folks relying upon GPS directions – which often lack common sense – or are simply incorrect. As a consequence, for example, it leads trucks from one end of Main Street to the other – and not suggesting that truck drivers use Rte 140 instead.

“Trucks Are Clogging America’s Roads,” By David Harrison / Photographs by Kendrick Brinson for The Wall Street Journal January 26, 2022 - The surge won’t likely die down even once supply chain clogs ease, and the impact is falling heavily on neighborhood streets

ATLANTA—Trucks are taking over American roads, fueled by a rise in pandemic online shopping and disruptions to global supply chains.

Along the way they’re chewing up pavement, adding to congestion and infuriating residents, who must contend with 18-wheelers and delivery trucks as soon as they pull out of their driveways. They’re also causing headaches for state and local governments that face multibillion-dollar bills to finance road upkeep and expansions.

The thousands more delivery trucks on neighborhood streets and tractor trailers on interstate highways are solving one problem by creating another.

“Folks don’t like them in their neighborhoods,” said Seth Millican, a transportation expert at the Georgia Chamber of Commerce. “But they want the package they order from Amazon, and they want it in two days.”

Those strains converge in Atlanta’s Riverside neighborhood, home to Dustin Hillis, a city council member, who has spent years trying to keep tractor trailers off its residential streets.

“Not a week goes by that I don’t get complaints about trucks running over street signs, stop signs, electrical poles, cutting through people’s yards,” he said.

One of Mr. Hillis’s Riverside constituents, Don Penovi, has taken it upon himself to walk the streets, sometimes wearing a yellow vest, to guide errant trucks back to the highway and to call the city to replace destroyed street signs.

“It seems like it’s been getting worse the last six, eight months or so,” he said.

Read much more here: https://www.wsj.com/articles/trucks-roads-damage-traffic-supply-chain-11643210764

Our changing shopping habits have led to more trucks on the road. David Harrison from the Wall Street Journal has the story. https://soundcloud.com/thismorningshow/trucks-are-clogging-americas-roads-delivering-goods-and-tearing-up-yards


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Saturday, February 12, 2022

Why cows have such a hard time in traffic


So, a State Trooper and a Deputy were walking down the highway. The trooper asked why cows have such a hard time in traffic and the deputy explained that their horns don’t work.

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Thursday, February 10, 2022

NPR: How Black activists used lynching souvenirs to expose American violence


NPR: How Black activists used lynching souvenirs to expose American violence

 Please be aware that although this content comes from NPR – it is nevertheless really disturbing.

 From 1880 to 1968, over 4000 African Americans were lynched in the United States. Like picnics or parties, lynchings were often carnival-like events commemorated through photos and postcards. This film tells the story of how Black activists subverted these souvenirs, which were celebrations of white supremacy, in the fight against lynching. Executive produced by Stanley Nelson and Marcia Smith. A Doc NYC Short Shortlist selection.

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 February 8, 20223:15 PM ET

 ADRIAN FLORIDO SARAH HANDEL MEGAN LIM

 https://www.npr.org/2022/02/08/1078977454/race-racism-lynching-postcards-ahmaud-arbery-george-floyd

 SPECIAL SERIES Black History Month 2022 : NPR

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 February is Black History Month in the U.S., and this year's theme is Black Health and Wellness. NPR has compiled a list of stories, music performances, podcasts and other content that chronicles the Black American experience.

 For her new documentary, Lynching Postcards: Token Of A Great Day, filmmaker Christine Turner examined hundreds of black-and-white photographs that show how organized these events were and included chilling messages that shared the experience with those who weren't there. The postcard above shows the crowd at the lynching of Henry Smith in Paris, Texas, in 1893. Photo by J.L. Mertins/Library of Congress

 Photos showing the lynchings of African Americans in the 19th and early 20th century are some of the most troubling records of the racist history of the United States.

 But these black-and-white photographs are what filmmaker Christine Turner chose to focus on for her new documentary, Lynching Postcards: 'Token Of A Great Day'.

 Turner examined hundreds of these pictures and primarily focused on the ones that people who attended these lynchings sent as postcards to family and friends.

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 As the film opens, the first postcard people see is an image of a Black man hanging from a tree, but it's zoomed in enough that all that can be seen of him are his dangling feet. The focus then becomes the white men standing behind him, looking directly at the camera, with some smiling.

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