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'''Woodsboro''' is a town in [[Frederick County, Maryland|Frederick County]], [[Maryland]], United States that was granted to Joseph Wood in 1693.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Woodsboro, MD |url=http://www.mdmunicipal.org/cities/index.cfm?townname=Woodsboro&page=home|publisher=Maryland Municipal League |access-date=29 August 2009}}</ref> The population was 1,141 at the [[2010 United States Census|2010 census]].
'''Woodsboro''' is a town in [[Frederick County, Maryland|Frederick County]], [[Maryland]], United States that was granted to Joseph Wood in 1693.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Woodsboro, MD |url=http://www.mdmunicipal.org/cities/index.cfm?townname=Woodsboro&page=home|publisher=Maryland Municipal League |access-date=August 29, 2009}}</ref> The population was 1,092 at the [[2020 United States Census|2020 census]].


==History==
==History==
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| title = History
| title = History
| work = Rosebud Perfume Co.
| work = Rosebud Perfume Co.
| access-date = 2014-06-14
| access-date = June 14, 2014
| url = http://www.rosebudperfume.com/history
| url = http://www.rosebudperfume.com/history
}}</ref> The business has remained in the family, and as of 2012, was still producing its famous "Smith's Rosebud Salve," a [[lip gloss]] and [[salve]] originally known as [[tholene]].<ref>{{Cite web
}}</ref> The business has remained in the family, and as of 2012, was still producing its famous "Smith's Rosebud Salve," a [[lip gloss]] and [[salve]] originally known as [[tholene]].<ref>{{Cite web
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| title = Rosebud Salve - Made in USA, patented in 1908, Suddenly Trendy
| title = Rosebud Salve - Made in USA, patented in 1908, Suddenly Trendy
| work = USA Love List
| work = USA Love List
| access-date = 2014-06-15
| access-date = June 15, 2014
| date = 2011-11-13
| date = November 13, 2011
| url = http://www.usalovelist.com/made-in-usa-patented-in-1908-suddenly/
| url = http://www.usalovelist.com/made-in-usa-patented-in-1908-suddenly/
}}</ref><ref>
}}</ref><ref>
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| title = Richard Bair Obituary
| title = Richard Bair Obituary
| work = Tributes.com
| work = Tributes.com
| access-date = 2014-06-15
| access-date = June 15, 2014
| url = http://www.tributes.com/show/Richard-H.-Bair-89297119
| url = http://www.tributes.com/show/Richard-H.-Bair-89297119
}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web
}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web
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| title = Old Standbys, New Stand-Ins - Classic Beauty Products That Still Deliver
| title = Old Standbys, New Stand-Ins - Classic Beauty Products That Still Deliver
| work = New York Times
| work = New York Times
| access-date = 2014-06-15
| access-date = June 15, 2014
| date = 2012-11-12
| date = November 12, 2012
| url = https://www.nytimes.com/2012/09/13/fashion/old-standbys-new-stand-ins-classic-beauty-products-that-still-deliver.html?pagewanted=all&_r=0
| url = https://www.nytimes.com/2012/09/13/fashion/old-standbys-new-stand-ins-classic-beauty-products-that-still-deliver.html?pagewanted=all&_r=0
}}</ref> The products are shipped from company headquarters in Woodsboro; however, "the salve is manufactured and filled at Case Mason in [[Joppa, Maryland|Joppa, Md.]], and the tins are made in [[Baltimore]]."<ref>{{Cite web
}}</ref> The products are shipped from company headquarters in Woodsboro; however, "the salve is manufactured and filled at Case Mason in [[Joppa, Maryland|Joppa, Md.]], and the tins are made in [[Baltimore]]."<ref>{{Cite web
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| title = Maryland firm soothes lips, skin worldwide
| title = Maryland firm soothes lips, skin worldwide
| work = Star Tribune
| work = Star Tribune
| access-date = 2014-06-15
| access-date = June 15, 2014
| date = 2012-05-30
| date = May 30, 2012
| url = http://www.startribune.com/lifestyle/style/155734245.html
| url = http://www.startribune.com/lifestyle/style/155734245.html
}}</ref>
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The Woodsboro Savings Bank, and several buildings associated with the three limestone quarries near the town are among the structures which have been considered for historic preservation.<ref>{{Cite web
The Woodsboro Savings Bank, and several buildings associated with the three limestone quarries near the town are among the structures which have been considered for historic preservation.<ref>{{Cite web
| title = Chapter 5. Historic Preservation. Burgess & Commissioner’s Public Hearing Draft - Woodsboro Comprehensive Plan
| title = Chapter 5. Historic Preservation. Burgess & Commissioner’s Public Hearing Draft - Woodsboro Comprehensive Plan
| access-date = 2013-05-23
| access-date = May 23, 2013
| date = 2008-02-25
| date = February 25, 2008
| url = http://www.woodsboro.org/documents/Woodsboro%20Comprehensive%20Plan/Chapter_5_-_Cultural_Heritage%5B1%5D.pdf
| url = http://www.woodsboro.org/documents/Woodsboro%20Comprehensive%20Plan/Chapter_5_-_Cultural_Heritage%5B1%5D.pdf
}}</ref>
}}</ref>


==Government==
==Government==
Unlike most cities, the [[Head of government|executive officer]] of Woodsboro, Maryland is called a [[burgess (title)|burgess]]. The current Burgess of Woodsboro is Heath Barnes.
Unlike most cities, the [[Head of government|executive officer]] of Woodsboro, Maryland is called a [[burgess (title)|burgess]]. The current Burgess of Woodsboro is Heath Barnes.<ref>{{cite web |title=Government |url=https://woodsboro.org/government/ |website=Woodsboro, Maryland |access-date=May 16, 2024}}</ref>


==Geography==
==Geography==
[[File:Airborne Batimore to Minneapolis (3358203848).jpg|thumb|left|Aerial photo of Woodsboro (center top)]]
Woodsboro is located at {{coord|39|32|4|N|77|18|52|W|type:city}} (39.534400, -77.314329).<ref name="GR1">{{cite web|url=https://www.census.gov/geographies/reference-files/time-series/geo/gazetteer-files.html|publisher=[[United States Census Bureau]]|access-date=2011-04-23|date=2011-02-12|title=US Gazetteer files: 2010, 2000, and 1990}}</ref>
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[[File:2016-09-20 15 16 55 View north along Maryland State Route 194 and Maryland State Route 550 (Woodsboro Pike) just north of Liberty Street in Woodsboro, Frederick County, Maryland.jpg|thumb|left|MD 194 and MD 550 northbound in Woodsboro]]


According to the [[United States Census Bureau]], the town has a total area of {{convert|0.71|sqmi|sqkm|2}}, all land.<ref name ="Gazetteer files">{{cite web|title=US Gazetteer files 2010|url=https://www.census.gov/geo/www/gazetteer/files/Gaz_places_national.txt|publisher=[[United States Census Bureau]]|access-date=2013-01-25}}</ref>
According to the [[United States Census Bureau]], the town has a total area of {{convert|0.71|sqmi|sqkm|2}}, all land.<ref name ="Gazetteer files">{{cite web|title=US Gazetteer files 2010|url=https://www.census.gov/geo/www/gazetteer/files/Gaz_places_national.txt|publisher=[[United States Census Bureau]]|access-date=January 25, 2013}}</ref>

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[[File:2016-09-20 15 16 55 View north along Maryland State Route 194 and Maryland State Route 550 (Woodsboro Pike) just north of Liberty Street in Woodsboro, Frederick County, Maryland.jpg|thumb|left|MD 194 and MD 550 northbound in Woodsboro]]


==Transportation==
==Transportation==
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===2010 census===
===2010 census===
As of the [[census]]<ref name ="wwwcensusgov">{{cite web|title=U.S. Census website|url=https://www.census.gov|publisher=[[United States Census Bureau]]|access-date=2013-01-25}}</ref> of 2010, there were 1,141 people, 423 households, and 306 families living in the town. The [[population density]] was {{convert|1607.0|PD/sqmi|PD/km2|1}}. There were 443 housing units at an average density of {{convert|623.9|/sqmi|/km2|1}}. The racial makeup of the town was 91.9% [[White (U.S. Census)|White]], 3.7% [[African American (U.S. Census)|African American]], 0.1% [[Native American (U.S. Census)|Native American]], 1.3% [[Asian (U.S. Census)|Asian]], 1.1% from [[Race (U.S. Census)|other races]], and 1.9% from two or more races. [[Hispanic (U.S. Census)|Hispanic]] or [[Latino (U.S. Census)|Latino]] of any race were 4.0% of the population.
As of the [[census]]<ref name ="wwwcensusgov">{{cite web|title=U.S. Census website|url=https://www.census.gov|publisher=[[United States Census Bureau]]|access-date=January 25, 2013}}</ref> of 2010, there were 1,141 people, 423 households, and 306 families living in the town. The [[population density]] was {{convert|1607.0|PD/sqmi|PD/km2|1}}. There were 443 housing units at an average density of {{convert|623.9|/sqmi|/km2|1}}. The racial makeup of the town was 91.9% [[White (U.S. Census)|White]], 3.7% [[African American (U.S. Census)|African American]], 0.1% [[Native American (U.S. Census)|Native American]], 1.3% [[Asian (U.S. Census)|Asian]], 1.1% from [[Race (U.S. Census)|other races]], and 1.9% from two or more races. [[Hispanic (U.S. Census)|Hispanic]] or [[Latino (U.S. Census)|Latino]] of any race were 4.0% of the population.


There were 423 households, of which 38.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 60.5% were [[Marriage|married couples]] living together, 7.8% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.0% had a male householder with no wife present, and 27.7% were non-families. 25.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.70 and the average family size was 3.23.
There were 423 households, of which 38.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 60.5% were [[Marriage|married couples]] living together, 7.8% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.0% had a male householder with no wife present, and 27.7% were non-families. 25.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.70 and the average family size was 3.23.
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===2000 census===
===2000 census===
As of the [[census]]<ref name="GR2">{{cite web|url=https://www.census.gov|publisher=[[United States Census Bureau]]|access-date=2008-01-31|title=U.S. Census website}}</ref> of 2000, there were 846 people, 273 households, and 229 families living in the town. The population density was {{convert|1,230.9|PD/sqmi|PD/km2|sp=us|adj=off}}. There were 295 housing units at an average density of {{convert|429.2|/sqmi|/km2|sp=us|adj=off}}. The racial makeup of the town was 98.46% [[White (U.S. Census)|White]], 0.24% [[African American (U.S. Census)|African American]], 0.59% [[Asian (U.S. Census)|Asian]], 0.24% from [[Race (United States Census)|other races]], and 0.47% from two or more races. [[Hispanic (U.S. Census)|Hispanic]] or [[Latino (U.S. Census)|Latino]] of any race were 0.95% of the population.
As of the [[census]]<ref name="GR2">{{cite web|url=https://www.census.gov|publisher=[[United States Census Bureau]]|access-date=January 31, 2008|title=U.S. Census website}}</ref> of 2000, there were 846 people, 273 households, and 229 families living in the town. The population density was {{convert|1,230.9|PD/sqmi|PD/km2|sp=us|adj=off}}. There were 295 housing units at an average density of {{convert|429.2|/sqmi|/km2|sp=us|adj=off}}. The racial makeup of the town was 98.46% [[White (U.S. Census)|White]], 0.24% [[African American (U.S. Census)|African American]], 0.59% [[Asian (U.S. Census)|Asian]], 0.24% from [[Race (United States Census)|other races]], and 0.47% from two or more races. [[Hispanic (U.S. Census)|Hispanic]] or [[Latino (U.S. Census)|Latino]] of any race were 0.95% of the population.


There were 273 households, out of which 50.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 74.0% were [[Marriage|married couples]] living together, 6.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 16.1% were non-families. 13.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.10 and the average family size was 3.37.
There were 273 households, out of which 50.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 74.0% were [[Marriage|married couples]] living together, 6.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 16.1% were non-families. 13.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.10 and the average family size was 3.37.

Latest revision as of 22:38, 3 November 2024

Woodsboro, Maryland
Town
Town of Woodsboro
Main Street in Woodsboro
Main Street in Woodsboro
Coat of arms of Woodsboro, Maryland
Coat of arms
Official logo of Woodsboro, Maryland
Logo
Motto: 
"Small Town Life at its Best!"[1]
Location of Woodsboro, Maryland
Location of Woodsboro, Maryland
Coordinates: 39°31′58″N 77°18′34″W / 39.53278°N 77.30944°W / 39.53278; -77.30944
Country United States of America
State Maryland
County Frederick
Founded1786[2]
Incorporated1836[3]
Government
 • BurgessHeath Barnes
Area
[4]
 • Total
0.71 sq mi (1.84 km2)
 • Land0.71 sq mi (1.83 km2)
 • Water0.00 sq mi (0.01 km2)
Elevation
[5]
345 ft (105 m)
Population
 (2020)
 • Total
1,092
 • Density1,544.55/sq mi (595.97/km2)
Time zoneUTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST)UTC-4 (EDT)
ZIP code
21798
Area code(s)301, 240
FIPS code24-86750
GNIS feature ID2391492[5]
WebsiteWoodsboro On-Line

Woodsboro is a town in Frederick County, Maryland, United States that was granted to Joseph Wood in 1693.[6] The population was 1,092 at the 2020 census.

History

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The town was named after Joseph Wood.[7] The LeGore Bridge was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1978 and Woods Mill Farm was listed in 2007.[8]

In 1895, Dr. George F. Smith founded Rosebud Perfume Company in Woodsboro. Smith had eight children, and served as mayor of the town for 19 years.[9] The business has remained in the family, and as of 2012, was still producing its famous "Smith's Rosebud Salve," a lip gloss and salve originally known as tholene.[10][11][12] The products are shipped from company headquarters in Woodsboro; however, "the salve is manufactured and filled at Case Mason in Joppa, Md., and the tins are made in Baltimore."[13]

The Woodsboro Savings Bank, and several buildings associated with the three limestone quarries near the town are among the structures which have been considered for historic preservation.[14]

Government

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Unlike most cities, the executive officer of Woodsboro, Maryland is called a burgess. The current Burgess of Woodsboro is Heath Barnes.[15]

Geography

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Aerial photo of Woodsboro (center top)
MD 194 and MD 550 northbound in Woodsboro

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 0.71 square miles (1.84 km2), all land.[16]

Transportation

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The main means of transport to and from Woodsboro is by road, and two primary state highways serve the town. Maryland Route 194 traverses the area northeast to southwest, connecting the Frederick area to Taneytown. Maryland Route 550 follows a northwest-to-southeast alignment, providing connections to Thurmont and Libertytown. Both roads follow the same alignment for a short distance on the northeast side of Woodsboro.

Demographics

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Historical population
CensusPop.Note%±
1880336—
1910362—
19203856.4%
19303850.0%
19404168.1%
19504272.6%
19604300.7%
19704392.1%
198050615.3%
19905131.4%
200084664.9%
20101,14134.9%
20201,092−4.3%
U.S. Decennial Census[17]

2010 census

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As of the census[18] of 2010, there were 1,141 people, 423 households, and 306 families living in the town. The population density was 1,607.0 inhabitants per square mile (620.5/km2). There were 443 housing units at an average density of 623.9 per square mile (240.9/km2). The racial makeup of the town was 91.9% White, 3.7% African American, 0.1% Native American, 1.3% Asian, 1.1% from other races, and 1.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.0% of the population.

There were 423 households, of which 38.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 60.5% were married couples living together, 7.8% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.0% had a male householder with no wife present, and 27.7% were non-families. 25.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.70 and the average family size was 3.23.

The median age in the town was 41.1 years. 27% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.3% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 19.9% were from 25 to 44; 32.7% were from 45 to 64; and 12.1% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the town was 46.6% male and 53.4% female.

2000 census

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As of the census[19] of 2000, there were 846 people, 273 households, and 229 families living in the town. The population density was 1,230.9 inhabitants per square mile (475.3/km2). There were 295 housing units at an average density of 429.2 per square mile (165.7/km2). The racial makeup of the town was 98.46% White, 0.24% African American, 0.59% Asian, 0.24% from other races, and 0.47% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.95% of the population.

There were 273 households, out of which 50.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 74.0% were married couples living together, 6.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 16.1% were non-families. 13.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.10 and the average family size was 3.37.

In the town, the population was spread out, with 35.3% under the age of 18, 4.7% from 18 to 24, 33.3% from 25 to 44, 17.7% from 45 to 64, and 8.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 94.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 89.9 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $65,000, and the median income for a family was $62,500. Males had a median income of $45,250 versus $26,528 for females. The per capita income for the town was $21,434. About 0.9% of families and 2.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 1.8% of those under age 18 and 5.7% of those age 65 or over.

References

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  1. ^ "Town of Woodsboro, Maryland". Town of Woodsboro, Maryland. Retrieved August 24, 2012.
  2. ^ Hub, Roger (October 2013), "Woodsboro Days", Woodsboro Times, vol. 1, no. 1, Woodsboro, MD, p. 1
  3. ^ "Woodsboro". Maryland Manual. Retrieved June 26, 2017.
  4. ^ "2020 U.S. Gazetteer Files". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved April 26, 2022.
  5. ^ a b U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Woodsboro, Maryland
  6. ^ "Woodsboro, MD". Maryland Municipal League. Retrieved August 29, 2009.
  7. ^ "Profile for Woodsboro Maryland, MD". ePodunk. Retrieved August 25, 2012.
  8. ^ "National Register Information System". National Register of Historic Places. National Park Service. April 15, 2008.
  9. ^ "History". Rosebud Perfume Co. Retrieved June 14, 2014.
  10. ^ Wagner, Sarah (November 13, 2011). "Rosebud Salve - Made in USA, patented in 1908, Suddenly Trendy". USA Love List. Retrieved June 15, 2014.
  11. ^ "Richard Bair Obituary". Tributes.com. Retrieved June 15, 2014.
  12. ^ Vora, Stephanie (November 12, 2012). "Old Standbys, New Stand-Ins - Classic Beauty Products That Still Deliver". New York Times. Retrieved June 15, 2014.
  13. ^ Krantz, Mali (May 30, 2012). "Maryland firm soothes lips, skin worldwide". Star Tribune. Retrieved June 15, 2014.
  14. ^ "Chapter 5. Historic Preservation. Burgess & Commissioner's Public Hearing Draft - Woodsboro Comprehensive Plan" (PDF). February 25, 2008. Retrieved May 23, 2013.
  15. ^ "Government". Woodsboro, Maryland. Retrieved May 16, 2024.
  16. ^ "US Gazetteer files 2010". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved January 25, 2013.
  17. ^ "Census of Population and Housing". Census.gov. Retrieved June 4, 2015.
  18. ^ "U.S. Census website". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved January 25, 2013.
  19. ^ "U.S. Census website". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved January 31, 2008.
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