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Wednesday, January 28, 2015

March 10, 1993 Myers’ 140 Photo ad featuring the addition of Scott Flohr

March 10, 1993 Myers’ 140 Photo ad featuring the addition of Scott Flohr joining the photography, camera, and art framing business in the 140 Village Shopping Center. Collection of Kevin E. Dayhoff
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September 30, 1991: Scott Flohr and members of the Westminster Municipal Band perform at Westminster Fallfest


Scott Flohr, third from the left playing the trombone, and members of the Westminster Municipal Band perform at Westminster Fallfest on September 30, 1991 Photo by Kevin E. Dayhoff
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Friday, January 18, 2008

20080113 Westminster Municipal Band: For 115 years, Westminster's band of brothers ... and sisters

Sunday Carroll Eagle

01/11/08 by Kevin E. Dayhoff

EAGLE ARCHIVE

Below please find the long – unedited version of the column…

Just before the holidays got into full swing, I had the pleasure of attending the Westminster Municipal Band’s end of the year Christmas party and annual meeting.

It is certainly not a very well kept secret that this former Westminster Mayor and his family are madly in love with the Westminster Municipal Band. And it's not just because I'm a washed-up trumpet player.

Usually when one thinks of the Westminster Municipal Band, visions of “Mom, Country, and Apple Pie” come to mind.

The purpose of leadership today is to build community. Certainly one of the chief builders of our community has been the Westminster Municipal Band.

However, the rich history of the band includes being part of rapid deployment force to hotspots around the globe, a machine gun section, and a rumored reputation of being a heavy metal grudge-garage band. Who knew?

If a Greek mythologist were to write the history of the Westminster Municipal Band, they would write the Band's Mother is the history and tradition of the Westminster Community and the Father is the 29th Division National Guard Regimental Band. That Greek mythologist would also want to write that the band's ancestral home is Belle Grove Square and that it's midwife was Mayor Joseph L. Mathias.

The roots of the present Westminster Municipal Band are found in 1920, but “there are records of a Westminster Band dating back as far as 1860,” according to the band’s director, Sandy Miller, in a July 2004 interview.

However, to the best of our knowledge, it was 1893 when it was first incorporated as the Westminster City Band of Carroll County.

It was around this time that Company H First Infantry Maryland National Guard was organized in Frizzleburg in 1898. This unit later evolved into the famous 29th Division of the Maryland National Guard. Part of the Westminster Municipal Band's lineage can be traced back to the First Maryland Infantry Band consisting of the Westminster Units of the Maryland National Guard.

Around 1900, there were a number of bands in the Carroll County community that played a prominent role in the development and maintenance of the community's character and depth.

Between 1857 and 1952 there were 40 bands incorporated in Carroll County. Names such as the “Carroll County Concert Band”, the “Warfieldsburg Brass Band” and the “Double Creek Cornet Band” to name just a few. Of all those community bands, The Westminster Municipal Band is the one band that marches on.

Ms. Miller explained that in 1916, “many members of the band went into the Maryland National Guard under the heading ‘First Regimental Band of Maryland National Guard,” and shortly after that they were deployed to the Mexican border to participate in an undeclared war between the United States and Mexico.

United States Army Center of Military History officially refers to the conflict as the “Mexican Expedition,” with the “official” beginning and ending dates of March 14, 1916 to February 7, 1917.

In 1918, the band was deployed to France for World War I. After the members of the band returned home from France, the returning veteran band members, those who had remained stateside and folks from a “Boy Scouts band” formed “The Westminster Band, Inc.” in 1920. In 1950, the name was changed to “The Westminster Municipal Band” when Westminster Mayor Joseph L. Mathias took a particular interest in the band and the band re-organized.

At the event last December, there was no mention as to whether or not the Westminster Band still maintains a “rapid deployment” force. If anyone has that information, please be in touch.

According to a November 18, 1921 newspaper article, the Westminster Band led the community in a parade and subsequent daylong celebration of “Armistice Day.” The festivities included Western Maryland College Military students and Westminster Fire Department and machine gun demonstration on Liberty Street. Yes, you read that correctly. I’m not making this up.

The article says, “A demonstration was given with machine guns on Liberty street extended which was interesting to the crowd that watched the machines in action. A target was placed on the hill below Dr. Fitzhugh's which was riddled by bullets from the guns, showing the good marksmanship of the men.”

To the best of my knowledge, the current band does not have a “machine gun” section. Or do they?

At last December’s event, Westminster Band president Greg Wantz gave an extensive year in review in which he noted that several members of the Westminster Common Council were in attendance and Mayor Ferguson shared a few words of appreciation.

President Wantz said the band participated in 32 engagements in 2007 with an average of 38 members participating in each event. Years of Service awards were handed out to several band members, including Karen Wantz for 5 years, Rob Rollins for 20, Charlie Simpson for 25, Ron Charnigo and Jim Mora for 30, and Ray Shipley and Delbert Myerly for 45.

The President’s top ten awards were given to the members that attended the most jobs and they were as follows, making 42 total appearances – Dan Carl. Dan received a gift certificate from Harry’s Main Street Grill. Also making 42 – Sue Mora, who received a certificate from Frisco Pub.

Making 44 – Eric Utermahlen, who received a certificate from Applebee’s.

Coming in at #8, with 44, it was Bette Shepherd, who received a certificate from Frisco Pub.

#7 with 45 appearances, it was Mike Buffington, who received a certificate from Stu’s Music.

# 6 was Chris Crofoot with 45 appearances. He received a certificate from Rafael’s.

# 5 was Mike McQuay with 50 appearances. Mike received a certificate from Applebee’s.

#4 was Brandy Simpson with 51 appearances. She received a certificate from House of Liquors. #3 was Tony LaRose making 52 appearances. Tony received a certificate from Time Out sports grille.

#2 was Larry Myers with 53 appearances. Larry received a certificate from Bullock’s Beef house.

#1 was Dave Miller making 56 appearances. Dave received a certificate from Baugher’s restaurant. The #1 Color Guard attendee was Raymond Bankert, who received a certificate from Davids Jewelers.

The officers for the 2008-09 were introduced and they are as follows, President - Greg Wantz, Vice President – Scott Flohr, Secretary – Chris Crofoot, Asst. Secretary – Mike Buffington, Treasurer – Delbert Myerly, Asst. Treasurer – Larry Myers, Director – Sandy Miller, Asst. Directors – Ellen Martin and Paul Ricci, Drum Major – Steve Wantz, Asst. Drum Majors – Dave Miller, Scott Flohr.

The band serves as an ambassador of the citizens of Westminster in concerts and parades all over the mid-Atlantic region. And once again, the band represented Westminster at the annual Maryland State Firemen's Convention in Ocean City last summer.

A lengthy July 17, 1931 newspaper article describes the band and the Westminster Fire Department arriving home from participating in the convention earlier that July; “in a jubilant mood, as the band brought home the bacon, $100, for the best band in line of parade.”

The parade extended over 2 miles long that year. The band also gave concerts on the boardwalk and at the Del-Mar-Va Hotel and Hastings Hotel. The article also mentions “a pajama parade by the Westminster Band at 11 o'clock at night which was followed by several hundred people cheering as they passed down the board walk.”

A February 15, 1946 newspaper article gives us a great deal of insight into the names of many of the community leaders who participated in the band in the mid-1900s with its detailed description of the band holding its “first ladies' night since the war.”

At the time, John Schweigart was the director of the band. Other names mentioned are James Earp, John W. Peltz, J. Daniel Smith, Orville Earhart, Samuel P. Calrider, Walter Bell, Raymond H. Bennighof, Glenn A. Miller and Edgar Weigle, Francis Keefer, and J. Pearre Wantz, Jr.

For over 100 years the Westminster Municipal Band has truly been a part of the fabric of our close-knit village we call Westminster. The band was important 100 years ago, and it is even more valuable today as they serve as our city's ambassadors, and cheerleader as they share their music not only here in our community but throughout Maryland and our neighboring states.

Indeed, Westminster is not the only community to experience that thrill as the Band marches down their streets.

In order for a community an individual or an organization to remain meaningful, relevant and vibrant it must constantly re-invent itself and adapt to the context in which it serves. Hardly any organization in our community epitomizes this more than the Westminster Band. They are certainly the pride of our community. We are very proud of the Westminster Municipal Band.

The Westminster Municipal Band is always looking for new members to join during its Monday night rehearsals at 40 John Street. You can check the band out at its website, www.westminsterband.com.

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Kevin Dayhoff writes from Westminster Maryland USA.

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Tuesday, May 9, 2006

Russell Sellman, Civic Leader and Musician passes away at 82

Russell Sellman, Civic Leader and Musician passes away at 82 March 7, 2006 By Kevin Dayhoff

Russell Sellman, a Westminster civic leader, veteran, musician and banker passed away Tuesday afternoon, March 7.

He had been ill for many years with Pick’s Disease and spent his final hours at Carroll Lutheran Village, with members of his family in attendance.

John Dudderar, the Westminster City Clerk for 37 years from 1964 to 2002 remembers Sellman when he served on the Westminster Common Council from 1961 to 1971, seven of those as Council President.  “Russell was a fine and well qualified elected official,” said Dudderar.

Mary Ann Kelly, who worked with Council President Sellman for many years in Westminster City Hall, remembers, “He was a very dedicated individual.  I always felt that he was very interested in the city’s progress.  He worked for the best interests of the city and its citizens.”

Sellman was born, the middle of three children, on November 5, 1923 and grew up on a working farm in the Westminster area.  His parents were the late John B. and Hilda Wertz Sellman, and his siblings are G. Elaine Bixler and Juanita Sellman.  He was married to Donna Mercedes DuVall Sellman for 56 years.  He had two children, Maura Mercedes Sheridan and Russell Thomas Sellman and four grandchildren, with whom he enjoyed traveling and sharing adventures.

He greatly enjoyed ballroom dancing, playing in the Westminster Municipal Band; barbeques with his family and friends, gardening, international travel and taking cruises.

Scott Flohr, vice-president of the Westminster Municipal Band has fond memories of playing in the band with Sellman; “Russell played baritone and trumpet.  He loved playing in the band. He was a well-loved and important member of the band for many years.”

Steve Wantz, the band’s drum major, recalls Sellman always expressed “what a wonderful organization the band was and how lucky he was to be a part of it.” He was always in the first or second row for parade events and the “volume and way in which he played was a true sign that the band was indeed a very important part of his life.  He was a great guy who will never be forgotten!”

Many recalled that even as a young man, he was always industrious.  He worked for the B. F. Shriver canning factory in the summers.

Sellman graduated from Westminster High School in 1940, where he enjoyed performing with a boy’s quartet that included Paul Cover, Tom Shilling, and Fred Holloway. As a member of the “Counts of Carroll” dance band, he thrilled many a high school audience.

Carroll County Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Chuck Ecker remembers his friend Sellman well. He reminisced about his work in the community and recalled, “Russell did a lot to make this community a better place to live and work.”

During World War II, Sellman served in the U.S. Army from 1942 to 1946 with the 70th Division Trailblazers and as a POW Camp Commander in Salzburg, Austria. He served in the Korean Conflict from 1951 to 1952, at the rank of Captain with U. S. Army. He was awarded the Bronze Star for his military service.

Russell Myers, Carroll Post #31, American Legion Commander says, “he is truly representative of the great men that composed the greatest generation, they fought for their country and returned home to continue to serve their community and families.  Men like Russell were amazing and our country owes them a great debt.”

Buzz Smelser, a life member of Carroll Post #31 remarked, “We were proud to have him as a member.  We were proud of his service for his country.”

He graduated from Western Maryland College, now McDaniel College, in 1948 with a BS in Chemistry and Biology. He later attended graduate studies at Stonier Graduate School of Banking, although at first, he wanted to go to medical school.

Joyce Muller, McDaniel College associate vice president, said, “I have fond memories of Russell. He loved the college, whether marching in the homecoming parade always urging his fellow band members to participate or traveling with (his wife) Donna on numerous alumni trips. Many of us remember his fancy footwork at local fundraising dances for the Chamber, Hospital, or Rotary.  After his WWII experiences, about which he never stopped counting his blessings having survived major battles, he was a devoted community leader, loved his family, his College, and lived life at its fullest.”

After graduating from Western Maryland College and serving his country, Sellman began a twenty-five year career in banking. In 1949, he started his career as a loan teller with Carroll County National Bank.

A quarter of a century later with that bank, later known as Carroll County Bank and Trust, he served in all aspects of banking operations, he succeeded in improving overall assets, culminating his career as President and Chief Executive Officer from 1974 to 1977. He later worked for Woodbine National Bank.

Sellman subsequently worked for over 20 years in real estate sales, with the Burke Agency and with Billingslea Insurance and Real Estate.  He was named Carroll County Realtor of the Year in 1987.

He was a past chairman of the Industrial Development Authority and the Economic Development Commission for Carroll County. He was a member of Westminster Elks Lodge 2277, the Carroll Post #31 American Legion, the Carroll County Choral Society, the Carroll County Chamber of Commerce, and a member of the Rotary Club of Westminster for 24 years, where he once served as President.

Sellman was an active member of the Westminster United Methodist Church, serving for six years on the board of trustees.

Reverend David Highfield, pastor at Westminster United Methodist Church remarked that Sellman was a “strong and faithful member of our congregation for many years and recently served as our head usher.”

David S Babylon, Jr., has fond memories of serving with his good friend Sellman.  They grew up together and later worked together at Carroll County Bank and Trust Company and on the Westminster Common Council. “He was one of the smartest bankers I ever knew,” said Babylon.

Many folks repeated that Sellman will be remembered for his dedication to his family, his church, his country and to Carroll County.  His community leadership will be greatly missed.

Kevin Dayhoff writes from Westminster.
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