October 31st, 2014
Bethany Beach, Delaware, HAPPY HALLOWEEN, The Quiet Resort, Southern Delaware, Delaware Beaches
Bethany Beach gets dressed to celebrate Halloween. The beginnings of Bethany Beach started with the members of the Christian Church, also known as the Disciples of Christ, from Washington, D.C. area and Pennsylavania.
It is a family seaside resort and originally these Disciples of Christ were looking for land for a permanent yearly seaside assembly for the Christian churches of the country. Amazing isn’t it?
Today, as I passed by Bethany, my friend, Annie, told me how cute the town looked…..it is the week-end and the businesses are open in the Second Season.
In 1901 the town of Bethany Beach was founded.
In 1934 the first paved road from Bethany Beach to Rehoboth Beach was completed.
In 1952 the Chesapeake Bay Bridge was opened and dedicated….no more taking the ferry.
In 1966 Baltimore Trust became Bethany Beach’s first bank……the good old days!!
In 1973 St. Ann’s becomes the official Catholic Church parish, a new church is built.
In 1974 the parking meters were installed….oh noooooo!
In 1977 the First Indian statue was placed at Rt. 1 and 26….I remember Peter Toth working on it.
In 1984 First July 4th parade and fireworks were held…..I took my son for the first time….he was 7 months.
Happy Halloween!!
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