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April 7, 1962
Montgomery County Sentinel
Rockville, Gaithersburg, Montgomery County, Maryland
What is this article about?
Rockville, Maryland, honored as All-America City for the second time (1955 & 1961) by National Municipal League and Look magazine for community improvements. Flag raised by Gov. Tawes on March 17 at new City Hall; award presented April 6.
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A Salute to Rockville
The All-America City
1955 & 1961
For the second time since 1955, Rockville has been selected All-America City in the competition sponsored by the National Municipal League and Look magazine which honors U.S. cities whose citizens have played an outstanding role in improving their communities.
The All-America flag was raised over Rockville's new City Hall on Saturday, March 17 by Governor J. Millard Tawes at the official dedication of the new City Building.
Officials of the National Municipal League and Look presented the All-America City award in formal ceremonies at City Hall yesterday, April 6, at 8:30 p.m.
The following public spirited merchants, firms and organizations extend their sincere congratulations to Mayor Greene, the City Council and all those connected with bringing this great honor to our city.
Rockville, we salute you!
The All-America City
1955 & 1961
For the second time since 1955, Rockville has been selected All-America City in the competition sponsored by the National Municipal League and Look magazine which honors U.S. cities whose citizens have played an outstanding role in improving their communities.
The All-America flag was raised over Rockville's new City Hall on Saturday, March 17 by Governor J. Millard Tawes at the official dedication of the new City Building.
Officials of the National Municipal League and Look presented the All-America City award in formal ceremonies at City Hall yesterday, April 6, at 8:30 p.m.
The following public spirited merchants, firms and organizations extend their sincere congratulations to Mayor Greene, the City Council and all those connected with bringing this great honor to our city.
Rockville, we salute you!
What sub-type of article is it?
Historical Event
Personal Triumph
What themes does it cover?
Triumph
Moral Virtue
What keywords are associated?
All America City
Rockville Award
Community Honor
City Hall Dedication
What entities or persons were involved?
Mayor Greene
Governor J. Millard Tawes
Where did it happen?
Rockville, New City Hall
Story Details
Key Persons
Mayor Greene
Governor J. Millard Tawes
Location
Rockville, New City Hall
Event Date
March 17, April 6 (1961 Award)
Story Details
Rockville selected as All-America City for second time in 1961, honoring community improvements; flag raised by governor on March 17, award presented April 6 with congratulations to city officials.