Mary Virginia Webb Attends Good Citizenship Pilgrimage in D C
Social notes from Vienna report Miss Mary Virginia Webb daughter of Mr and Mrs Alan Webb spent Easter at Hotel Washington Washington D C as guest of the Daughters of American Revolution representing Maryland in the Good Citizenship Pilgrimage. Several local residents and visitors are listed with Easter gatherings and family visits across Cambridge Easton Cape Charles and Wilmington.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Virginia Webb
Alan Webb
Washington
D. C
Daughters of American Revolution
Webb
Maryland
Methodist Church
R. H. Baumegartner
Eleanor Hurst Windsor
Wilmington
Herman Hurst
Catherine Reid
New Castle
Del
John Murphy
Goldsborough Hurley
Janet
Harriett
Louise Tillman
Margaret
Helen May
Marian Webb
Claretta LesCallette
Isabelle
Peggy Foxwell
Doris Wheatley
Eleanor
Jean Oliphant
Lois Hurley
Betty Maddox
Sara Lewis
Reginald Sellers
Martin Reid
Bernard
Randall Murphy
Orem Robinson
Jack
William Mumford
Hannibal
Robert Reid
Marvin
Luther McCully
Marion Wheatley
Emerson Wheeler
Mr. King
T. J. Vane
Lee Layton
Hubert Lowe
Cambridge
E. L. Littleton
Baltimore
Howard Littleton
Easton
James Bennett
East New Market
C. D. Rhea
Seaford
Norman Evans
Granville Hurst
Cambridge-Maryland Hospital
Merrick Wheatley
Deloris
Langhorne
Darcy Merrick
Linwood Roberts
Billy Post Roberts
Martinsburg
W. Va
Roberts
Grover Hackett
Newall Yates
Arthur Payne
Owings Mills
Harry Bratten
Lake Vane
Grace Elizabeth
E- B. Phillips
James Blizzard
Pauline
Jimmy
Waltre Ralph
Elizabeth
Tommy
Ann Reid
Cape Henlopen
Lewis del
T. T. Corkran
Cape Charles
Alton Spear
Dorothy Jackson
Jerusha Murphy
John Holston
Harold Richardson
Washington, D. C
Howard Baker
Philadelphia
S. Richardson
James Fisher
Denton
Frank Oliphant
R. Oliphant
Social items from Wellington Ramsey visit and relatives
Social notes list visits and holidays across New Jersey Maryland Delaware and Pennsylvania. Families including Ramsey Colbourn Foote Drexler Deane Webster Forbes Sard Hackett Venable Blades and others are mentioned with weekend, Easter and extended stays at homes in Preston Wilmington Baltimore Hagers town and nearby areas. Local fishermen attend a regional shad hatchery meeting in Denton and illnesses are reported for Henrietta McMahan and Annie Hurst.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wellington Ramsey
Wellington, Jr
New Jersey
Ramsey
Sallie Stevens
Williams
Near Elwood
A. W. Murphy
James Davis
Preston
Clayton Webster
Baltimore
T. W. Webster
A. B. Foote
Newport
N. J
George Carroll
John Drexler
Brice Howard
Hicks Howard
Nancy Howard
Rebecca Deane
Ruth Deane
Tom Prouse
Wilmington
Del
Harry Collins
J. W. Coors
Mildred Todd
Glenrock
Harry Coltbourn
Colbourn
Audrey Lee Chambers
Eleanor Webster
Russelfisher
W J. Sard
Sylvia Sard
W. P. Dorsey
Ellicott City
A. M. Hackett
Sylvia
Hagerstown
Caroline Talbot
Dorchester
Denton
Thomas Venable
Cambridge
U. S. Navy
Norfolk
Venable
Robert Willoughby
Willoughby
Bert Blades
Philadelphia
Henrietta McMahan
Annie Hurst
Texas A and M correction on education cost figures
Texas A and M President T O Walton disputes prior column figures on low cost education. He cites errors from Mr Carnegie figures and asserts true annual costs around $500 for students with special skills. He notes board and room at $25 monthly and a matriculation fee tied to reciprocal rates with other state colleges.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. O. Walton
Texas A and M
Carnegie
Make Your Job Interesting Like Ben Franklin
A ten year old Benjamin Franklin found grease work at a soap factory tedious until an uncle urged him to make any job engaging. He studied grease, printing, and reading by day and night, turning dull tasks into vital learning. The method sparked his curiosity, helped him become America’s greatest journalist, and showed that dullness is a choice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Benjamin Franklin
Ben
America
Franklin
Maryland breeds Bob White for restocking farms
The state of Maryland is praised for breeding Bob White quail in captivity for restocking farms across its twenty three counties. At Gwynbrook State Farm near Baltimore, 10,191 quail were raised.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bob White
Maryland
Gwynbrook State Farm
Baltimore
Who's Who Among Cambridge Businessmen
Chrysler and Plymouth cars are featured in 19 models at Bennett Automotive Service at 232 Race Street Cambridge. Established 16 months ago the firm has won favor for its policy of satisfaction with modern facilities and complete coverage of automobile service needs. Donald C. Bennett proprietor formerly with Chevrolet Motor Division and with about 12 years in the field directs nine employees including L Eldrige Lloyd salesman and Russell Spohn service manager. Texaco and Firestone products and full repair service are featured. Bear Wheel Aligning service is handled by experts. Bennett, a member of the Elks, is active in civic affairs and we wish him continued success.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chrysler
Plymouth
Bennett Automotive Service
Race Street
Cambridge
Donald C. Bennett
Chevrolet Motor Division
L. Eldrige Lloyd
Russell Spohn
Texaco
Firestone
Bear Whee
Bennett
The
Elks
Meridiths Garage Builds Reputation in Cambridge
Edward L Meridith operates Meridiths Garage at 15 Market Street Cambridge as a reliable local dealer for International trucks. In eight years of service the business expanded into modern headquarters with sales and service, aided by two employees, and the owner supervises to ensure customer satisfaction in the Cambridge area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edward L. Meridith
Market Street
Cambridge
Inter
Meridith
Thomas Funeral Home Prominent in Cambridge Community
Kenneth R. Thomas of 204 Gay Street Cambridge is described as a reliable citizen active in community betterment. The fragment notes his modern funeral services, sympathetic character, and long practical experience as a funeral director, with affiliations to the Lions Club and Fire Company.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cambridge
Kenneth R. Thomas
Gay Street
Mr. Thomas
Cian. College of Embalming
Thomas
Lions Club
Dr Barcus Heads Reads Drug Store
Dr Barcus leads Read s Drug Store at 20 Race Street Cambridge a popular local establishment serving physicians and patients for prescription fulfillment and full line of drug related departments with 12 staff and a graduate pharmacist team Barcus a Pitt University graduate is licensed in Pennsylvania and Maryland
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Read's Drug & Chemical Company
Race Street
Cambridge
Ths
Read’s
U.S. P
New Dodge and Plymouth Models Shown by Dashiell & Leonard
Dashiell & Leonard Inc on Gay Street Cambridge displays the latest 1941 Dodge and Plymouth models with full sales and service. W H Leonard Jr, proprietor, leads eight staff in six years of business serving the Cambridge area and surrounding territory. He is active in the Lions Club and Chamber of Commerce and welcomes motorists to inspect the values and service program.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dashiell & Leonard, Inc
Gay Street
Cambridge
W. H. Leonard, Jr
Leonard
Lions Club
Chamber of Commerce
Merrick Ably Heads Sinclair Service Station
George F. Merrick assumes management of the Sinclair Service Station at Race and Washington in Cambridge. The well known shop offers Kelley Springfiled tires Delco batteries and a full line of auto accessories with lubrication washing motor tune ups and repairs performed by experts. Merrick has over 21 years in the business and participates in community affairs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sinclair
Race & Washington
Kelly Springfield
Delco
Merrick
Turner Noted For Plumbing Heating
Vernon N. Turner established at Maryland and Sunburst Avenues Cambridge is a seasoned plumbing and heating contractor with about 12 years of experience. He offers complete oil burner service sheet metal work and repairs and is an agent for Sears Roebuck Oil Burner and Master art products covering a 50 mile area. Eight employees assist him and he belongs to the Tall Cedars of the Masonic Lodge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vernon N. Turner
Maryland
Sunburst Avenues
Cambridge
Turner
Sears Roebuck
Tall Cedars
Masonic Lodge
Dayton's Service Is Popular Esso Spot
Dayton's Service Station at Cedar and Race Streets in Cambridge attracts motorists since opening about a year ago. James R. Dayton, proprietor, offers Esso products, tires, tubes, batteries, plugs and lubrication and washing services with two employees assisting. Dayton, formerly with Phillips Oil, is noted for his extensive experience and is wished continued success.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dayton
Cedar & Race Streets
Cambridge
Esso
James R. Day ‘Ton
Phillips Oil Company
Phillips Products At Lewis Store
Phillips Products at Lewis Store on Washington Street Cambridge attracts local shoppers with Phillips Delicious Products, fresh meats, groceries, fruits and vegetables at fair prices. Established two years ago by Robert H. Lewis, the shop offers prompt service with three employees, and also sells Vim Pep Gas and oils and other household necessities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lewis
Washington Street
Cambridge
Robert H. Lewis
Phillips Delicious
Brooks Brothers Garage Boosts Cambridge Auto Trade
Cambridge earns fame as an auto hub due to H C Brooks and Brooks Brothers Garage at 124 Gay Street. Brooks, Buick and Pontiac dealer, runs modern sales rooms and service with a five person staff for twenty one years, and активно supports community affairs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cambridge
Brooks Brothers Garage
Gay Street
H. C. Brooks
Brooks
Buick
Pontiac
Twilley’s Dairies Promotes Quality Milk in Cambridge
An article praising Twilley’s Dairies on Boundary Avenue highlights the use of tuberculin tested milk and high sanitary standards. Proprietor Brice G. Twilley, running the Cambridge business for 16 years with five staff, ensures prompt deliveries throughout Cambridge and vicinity and active civic involvement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cambridge
Twilley’s Dairies
Boundary Avenue
Brice G. Twilley
Twilley
Feimster Heads Cambridge Service Station Enterprise
Feimster runs the Academy Street Service Station at Muir and Academy Streets Cambridge. The eight year old shop offers complete lubrication and washing with prompt car pickup and delivery. U S Royal tires and related items are sold at reasonable prices. Paul Feimster, owner, is active in Elks Skeet Club and Cambridge Credit Bureau.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Academy Street
Muir & Academy Streets
Cambridge
Paul Feimster
U. S
Cambridge Bakery A Century Plus Of Quality
Cambridge Bakery at 12 Race Street under F Phillips has grown with rising demand for top grade goods. Established over 50 years, it employs 40 staff and operates 14 delivery trucks across the lower Eastern Shore. The firm emphasizes careful baking materials and courteous customer service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cambridge
Race Street
F. Phillips
Phillips
Noteworthy Cambridge firm The Thomas E Jones Company
The Thomas E Jones Company on Maryland Avenue, long a leading Cambridge oyster packing firm, has about one hundred local employees after recent incorporation. It ships products across the country and to Canada. Officers are Thomas E Jones, president, and Woodrow W Jones, vice president and general manager.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cambridge
Thomas E. Jones Company
Maryland Avenue
Jones Company
Canada
Thomas E. Jones
Woodrow W. Jones
LeCompte Store Wins Public Favor
LeCompte Store, a long established retailer at 25, promotes dependable merchandise in men’s, women’s and children’s footwear. The business highlights Arch Preserver, Bostonian, Freeman Master Fitter for men, Arch Preserver, Selby Stybeez and Nisley for women, and Simplex for children. Expert fitting is guaranteed with four staffers. Mr. LeCompte, active in civic affairs as a Cambridge Business Men’s Association member and Mason, invites patronage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. Lee LeCompte & Company
Race Street
Cambridge
Nisley
LeCompte
Cambridge Business Men’s Association
Masons
Singer’s Noted For Quality Wear In Cambridge
Singer’s Shop at 34 Race Street Cambridge earns praise from stylish, well dressed women for courteous and efficient service. Proprietor Benjamin D. Singer brings eight years of experience in merchandising with a complete line of ladies wear and accessories. alterations and fittings are a specialty. staff of five.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Singer
Race Street
Cambridge
Benjamin D. Singer
New York University
Irvin C. Krewson Corporation
Hughes' Grocery Becomes Cambridge's Busy Vital Store
Hughes' Grocery at Pine and Cross Street Cambridge draws strong patronage as a key community supplier. Owner T Milton Hughes started the business a year ago after the Hughes & Jews venture, modern refrigeration, full-perimeter perishables care, and wide delivery in the area. Hughes is active in Masons and other orders, highlighting local civic interest.
Easter Egg Hunt at Bromwell Home in Madison
Easter Monday events at Captain Bromwell's home featured nearly two hundred colorful eggs hidden for children and adults. Dr. Mulligan led games and offered candy and treats, with thanks to hosts and guests from Cambridge Philadelphia Baltimore and local families for a long time of generosity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles A. Bromwell, Jr
Robert Bromwell
Richard Insley
T. C. Mulligan
Mulligan
Hooper's Island
William Brough
Philadelphia
Kenneth Wenderoth
William Bauer
Baltimore
Henry Wenderoth
Wenderoth
Miss Peck
Alvin Linthicum
David
Percy Hubard
Charles Bromwell
Edward Linthicum
Mollie Linthicum
Church Creek
Visitors and locals share holidays in Williamsburg
Visitors at Mr and Mrs W D Smiths in Williamsburg last Thursday include Mrs Bertie Harrington who returned home with them. Mr and Mrs Edwin Light of Philadelphia spent the holidays here. Some club members expect to attend the Tri County Meeting in Easton on Thursday. Oyster season closed yesterday but oysters will stay good for some time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. D Smiths
Williamsburg
Bertie Harrington
Edwin Light
Philadelphia
Tri-County
Easton
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Texas A and M Correction
L. B, Norris
Bennett Automotive
Meridith’s
Dr. Barcus Heads
Read’s Drug Store
Dashiell & Leonard
Sinclair Service
Phillips Products
Lewis’ Store
Brooks Brothers
Fine Products At
Feimster
Academy Service
Cambridge Bakery
the Thos. E. Jones
LeCompte Store
H Hughes
Hughes
Pine & Cross Street
T. Milton Hughes
Hughes & Jews Enterprise
K. of P
Odd Fellows, and
Madison News
C. & P. Telephone Company of
Baltimore City
Cambridge, Maryland
Miles Nervine
Paha S
Nurvane
and Exchange
Walter T. Andrews & Son Incorporated
Rock & Egypt Road
Cambridge, Md
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