I did a radio interview with Dr. Bradley Gottfried the President of the College of Southern Maryland today on his Sunday morning radio show, “Southern Maryland Perspectives.” Dr. Gottfried interviews scholars and newsmakers about local perspectives for several Southern Maryland radio station, which air his weekly show. I will be at the College on November…
Month: October 2013
The Flickr Commons Has Many Old Photographs and Postcards
As a result of developing research materials for centuries many of the nation’s largest public libraries have vast collections of photographs and postcards from earlier times. These items, which are helpful to those digging into the past, have always been available, safely preserved and stored away for visiting patrons. But now access is greatly enhanced…
Milford Public LIbrary Digitizes Old Delaware Newspaper
The Milford Public Library has greatly increased the usability of an important research resource by digitizing its collection of local newspapers. The new products, replacing the old, original microfilm, are not available on the web, so e-copies must be used on a computer workstation at the library. The town on the line between Kent and Sussex counties…
Recipient of NAACP 2013 Community Service Award
Each year, the Cecil County Branch of the NAACP recognizes the dedicated work of individuals who go above and beyond, providing “selfless and community-oriented service.” At the 51st Annual Freedom Fund Banquet this year, the Branch named me as the recipient of the “2013 Community Service Award” in recognition of my “commitment to research, the…