Boardwalk Barker
A look back at the events that shaped the Delmarva Peninsula and the world
Gerald Finch Sr., 34, completed the landmark feat on a Tuesday afternoon, then reportedly moved to Wilmington 'for unrelated reasons' the following spring.
By Historian-at-Large Prof. Dusty Annals·This Day in 1987
The resolution, introduced after a brief identity crisis prompted by a National Geographic article that misspelled the state's name, reaffirmed Delaware's commitment to being Delaware.
By Historian-at-Large Prof. Dusty Annals·This Day in 1962
Scientists at the University of Delaware confirmed the event but declined to comment, citing 'ongoing ethical review' and 'a strong preference not to get involved.'
By Historian-at-Large Prof. Dusty Annals·This Day in 2003
The expansion, intended to relieve congestion, resulted in the addition of four fudge vendors, two caricature artists, and a shop selling items shaped like crabs.
By Historian-at-Large Prof. Dusty Annals·This Day in 1974
The official proclamation, issued in June, was quietly amended in September to 'one of the better summers, all things considered.'
By Historian-at-Large Prof. Dusty Annals·This Day in 1999
The Pirate's Cove, which opened with 9 holes and a windmill, is credited with launching an industry that now employs 47 people and causes approximately 200 family arguments per weekend.
By Historian-at-Large Prof. Dusty Annals·This Day in 1955