75 Years Ago

Herald of June 29, 1949

Morrisons Cove was hit by a fierce electric storm Sunday afternoon, and torrents of rain fell for a short time as well. The rain was badly needed as there had been no rain of any amount recently and the gardens and fields were dried out to quite a depth.

Street construction in Martinsburg progressed this week, as State Highway Department, borough and private contractor’s crew carried their projects toward completion.

Farmers of Morrisons Cove and surrounding areas have maintained a phenomenally high average for producing top quality corn for the Blue Mountain Cannery at Martinsburg.

The big Fourth of July celebration in Williamsburg will start off with a colorful parade, which is expected to include the Williamsburg High School Band, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, Brownie Scouts, Williamsburg Firemen, American Legion, VFW, as well as the children’s section, which will include the decorated bicycles, wagons, and fancy dress section.