Old Ocean City

Old Ocean City
Author: Robert Craighead Walker
Publisher: JHU Press
Total Pages: 132
Release: 2001
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 9780801865855
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"When the Walkers journeyed to Ocean City, Maryland, it was to enjoy summers filled with target practice on the beach, hunting the abundant waterfowl, fishing, boating, picnicking, and bathing in the ocean. In 1908, William and Nannie Letitia Walker purchased a lot from the Sinepuxent Beach Company of Baltimore and built a small hunting lodge that, by 1910, had become a sturdy cottage. The Walkers named their summer home, which still stands at the corner of Baltimore Avenue and Seventh Street, "Romarletta," for their children Robert, Margaret, and Letitia.".

Ocean City

Ocean City
Author: Nan DeVincent-Hayes
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
Total Pages: 138
Release: 1999
Genre: History
ISBN: 9780738501222
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Originally the land of the Algonquian people, the barrier island on which Ocean City is now located, served as a protective wall for the mainland Delmarva peninsula. It was a somewhat remote area until five men, having formed the Atlantic Hotel Company Corporation, built the first lodging facility, and Ocean City as a coastal resort began to take root. From the cattle grazing in the mid-1800s to the few blocks of buildings constructed at the turn of the century, from the infamous storm of 1933 to the overwhelming growth of the 1940s, Ocean City has had a rich and vibrant history. This volume offers a historical perspective of Ocean City from its inception to 1946, a period when growth was steady but slow. Now boasting over eight million visitors annually, the area is Maryland's golden-haired child and its second-largest city during peak summer weekends when an average of 300,000 tourists arrive.

Historic Lodgings of Ocean City: The Fisher Collection

Historic Lodgings of Ocean City: The Fisher Collection
Author: Robert M. Craig
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
Total Pages: 160
Release: 2023-03-20
Genre: History
ISBN: 1467109266
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This is a visual history of the architecture of tourist accommodations in Maryland's famous beach resort. These have ranged from the Atlantic Hotel to the most recent chain hotels and condominiums that have so altered the streetscapes and skyline of the barrier island. Ocean City's architectural evolution paralleled national developments; it began on boardwalk-adjacent and beachfront sites with turreted and gabled cottages and shingle-clad Victorian hotels. By the 1920s, porticoed boardwalk hostelries emerged, and as the popularity of the automobile increased, auto camps and groups of cottages developed into motor courts and mom-and-pop motels during the mid-20th century. After the 1970s, lodgings changed, with infill condominium blocks, time-shares, and megastructures casting afternoon shadows across the beach.

Ocean City

Ocean City
Author: Fud Miller
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
Total Pages: 168
Release: 2003
Genre: History
ISBN: 9780738524474
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Nestled along the New Jersey coastline and built to be one of the original seaside tourist destinations, Ocean City still sets the standard for resort living along the mid-Atlantic. What was once a whale-processing center in the 1700s emerged as a destination for sun and fun by drawing the biggest names and the classic American families of the early twentieth century. As our country's search for the ideal vacation grew, this 7-mile stretch of beach cultivated a rich history and a reputation as one of the most alluring communities on the East Coast.

Ocean City Oddities

Ocean City Oddities
Author: Kristin Helf
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
Total Pages: 181
Release: 2020-06-15
Genre: Architecture
ISBN: 1439670013
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For generations, Ocean City has afforded both locals and tourists unforgettable sights and sounds. The boardwalk holds iconic landmarks like Trimper's Rides and the Sand Sculptures, and no visitor will ever forget Boardwalk Elvis. Farther north are Motel Row, Jolly Roger's "Muffler Man" Pirate and Old Pro miniature golf courses. Nostalgic recollections from decades past include the boisterous chuckles of Laffing Sal and Captain Bob's Bull. Local authors Kristin Helf and Brandon Seidl celebrate gone-but-not-forgotten spots while also exploring the exciting landmarks that are still enjoyed today.

Haunted Ocean City and Berlin

Haunted Ocean City and Berlin
Author: Mindie Burgoyne
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
Total Pages: 150
Release: 2014-10-07
Genre: History
ISBN: 1625852843
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A vacation destination and a historic small town: two places that make Maryland great—and ghostly. More chills from the author of Haunted Eastern Shore. A ghostly sea captain, an ill-fated lover and jazz musicians who go on playing long after their last songs—these are the spirits that make their presence known from Ocean City’s Boardwalk to the picturesque town square of Berlin. The phantom scent of a woman’s perfume floats from Trimper’s carousel, while the Ocean City Life-Saving Station is haunted by the ghost of a drowned sailor. In Berlin, some guests never check out of the Atlantic Hotel, and strange happenings have been reported at the Rackliffe House, where legend has it that a cruel plantation owner was murdered by his slaves. Author and guide Mindie Burgoyne takes a chilling journey through the haunted history and lore of Ocean City and Berlin. Includes photos!

Ocean City's Historic Boardwalk, Beach, and Bay: The Fisher Collection

Ocean City's Historic Boardwalk, Beach, and Bay: The Fisher Collection
Author: Robert Craig
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
Total Pages: 160
Release: 2023-07-03
Genre: History
ISBN: 1467160326
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With 275 postcard images, this visual account of Ocean City's historic boardwalk, renowned beach, and surrounding bay and ocean waters draws on the extensive Fisher Collection--perhaps the best private postcard collection on the Eastern Shore.

Fodor's Best Road Trips in the USA

Fodor's Best Road Trips in the USA
Author: Fodor’s Travel Guides
Publisher: Fodor's Travel
Total Pages: 740
Release: 2021-11-30
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 1640974652
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Whether you want to drive Route 66, head out on the Pacific Coast Highway, or explore the Blue Ridge Parkway, the local Fodor’s travel experts across the United States are here to help! Fodor’s Best Road Trips in the USA guidebook is packed with maps, carefully curated recommendations, and everything else you need to simplify your trip-planning process and make the most of your time. This brand new title has been designed with an easy-to-read layout, fresh information, and beautiful color photos. Fodor’s Best Road Trips in the USA travel guide includes: AN ILLUSTRATED ULTIMATE EXPERIENCES GUIDE to the top thing to see and do in every state 50 ROAD TRIP ITINERARIES to effectively organize your days and maximize your time MORE THAN 60 DETAILED MAPS to help you navigate confidently COLOR PHOTOS throughout to spark your wanderlust! HONEST RECOMMENDATIONS FROM LOCALS on the best sights, restaurants, hotels, nightlife, shopping, performing arts, activities, and more TRIP-PLANNING TOOLS AND PRACTICAL TIPS including when to go, driving there and back, and recommended pit stops along the way HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL INSIGHTS providing rich context on the local people, politics, art, architecture, cuisine, music, geography and more LOCAL WRITERS to help you find the under-the-radar gems UP-TO-DATE COVERAGE ON: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming Planning on visiting certain destinations in the United States? Check out Fodor’s Alaska, Fodor’s Arizona and the Grand Canyon, Fodor’s Black Hills of South Dakota, Fodor’s California, Fodor’s Carolinas and Georgia, Fodor’s Chicago, Fodor’s Colorado, Fodor’s Florida, Fodor’s Essential Hawaii, Fodor’s InFocus Santa Fe, Fodor’s Inside Nashville, Fodor’s Las Vegas, Fodor’s Montana and Wyoming, Fodor’s Complete National Parks, Fodor’s National Parks of the West, Fodor’s New England, Fodor’s New Orleans, Fodor’s New York City, Fodor’s Pacific Northwest, Fodor’s Philadelphia, Fodor’s Utah, and Fodor’s Washington DC. *Important note for digital editions: The digital edition of this guide does not contain all the images or text included in the physical edition. ABOUT FODOR'S AUTHORS: Each Fodor's Travel Guide is researched and written by local experts. Fodor’s has been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for over 80 years. For more travel inspiration, you can sign up for our travel newsletter at fodors.com/newsletter/signup, or follow us @FodorsTravel on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. We invite you to join our friendly community of travel experts at fodors.com/community to ask any other questions and share your experience with us!