Frederick N. Rasmussen is a contributing writer at Baltimore Fishbowl. With over five decades of experience, including three decades as an obituaries reporter for The Baltimore Sun, he covers a range of topics with a focus on pop culture. His work has been featured in prominent outlets such as Stripe, The Washington Post, and Yahoo News.
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Frederick N. Rasmussen's coverage heavily revolves around obituaries with a focus on local Maryland and Baltimore figures, making him likely to respond well to pitches involving human-interest stories about individuals in the area. Pitches centered on personal narratives, community impact, or educational legacies may resonate with his interest in providing profile features.
Given his emphasis on expert commentary, he might also be interested in pieces featuring insights from professionals involved in education or community-related fields within the Baltimore region. It would be beneficial for those reaching out to have a strong understanding of local history and significant figures within the area.
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By: Frederick N. Rasmussen
East Baltimore's Chick Webb earned the moniker of "The King of Drums" during the 1930s swing-era. Photo courtesy Brittanica.
“Hey Freddy, you wanna go ridin’ Saturday?” asked Ross E. Rowland Jr., a successful Wall Street commodities broker who was able to channel his financial success into his undying love for steam locomotives, preservation and big-time railroading.
By: Frederick N. Rasmussen
Often in life, it’s the little annoyances and inconveniences of life that lead to the creation of grand solutions.
By: Frederick N. Rasmussen
A former venerable New England coastal steamer, the Nobska was anchored in the Inner Harbor as a mid-1970s early 1980s restaurant.
Late 19th century Baltimoreans didn't have to go far to escape the heat and humidity of the city. They took their vacation in local "resorts" like Ellicott City, Catonsville, and Lutherville.
By: Frederick N. Rasmussen
If the well-to-do sought the cool comforts and exclusivity offered by the rambling mountain resort hotels of Western Maryland, other folks with less
A locomotive was once used on the Maryland and Pennsylvania Railroad. Photo credit: James St. John/Flickr Creative Commons.
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By: Frederick N. Rasmussen
Sportscaster Charley M. "The Coach" Eckman rests in Loudon Park Cemetery. Photo via Find a Grave.
By: Frederick N. Rasmussen
WFBR-AM disc jockey Johnny Walker, born James Lewis Embrey Jr., entertained Baltmoreans on the airwaves for more than a decade. Photo via FindAGrave.com.
