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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1893
Page
3
Fragmentary OCR notes describe mail rates and stage routes. Mentions 2 percent ALWE, DLE 12003, 8001.W., OP 1200 stage mail leaves via D&O. References RR North and Preston area, 100 per M stage, 915 ALM, and South with 64 per MM.
Henderson postmaster appointment. Easton town commissioner change. Ellwood postmaster appointed. drowning death at Ocean City. Concord and Wye camp meetings attract thousands with sermons and conversions. farmers prep for fall work. water pipes laid in Cambridge. peach industry growth and economic impact on Maryland and Delaware peninsula. local elections, auctions, and church events noted.
Tuesday night a large crowd welcomed the Fresh Air children at the depot as two extra cars arrived. The youngsters, tired yet smiling, were cared for by hosts. Epworth League lawn party at Mr. T. A. Smith’s lawn dazzled with lanterns and happy youths. Miss Collins left for Paterson New Jersey. A Sunday School picnic and Fresh Air event was planned for Oakland on Saturday August 6. Charles McShane of Fishkill-on-Hudson visits his father. Bicycle fever continues as T. W. Smith and A. G. Saulsbury join in. Miss Rosenstock of Philadelphia visits Myra Wiley.
Miss Ela Pippin with Miss Mary Bell of Ridgely and Dora Powell of Millington depart Monday for the World’s Fair and will stay about two weeks, then Pippin and Bell tour Ohio until September. A few Home of the Friendless children from New York are visiting and enjoying themselves. Alex Ridgeway, longtime resident, is sick, as is Mrs. S N West.
The item notes the peach season opener with heavy shipments to follow and prices varying in New York Baltimore and Philadelphia markets. It mentions good sizing and keep quality, predicts a profitable season, and describes Pennsylvania Railroad excursions to Chicago for the World’s Fair with specific travel times and fares.
In J 11 G Barrett notes praise for clerk and treasurer but laments the court room. He describes the long used colonial era building as dilapidated and shockingly frugal. He urges Caroline citizens to demand better facilities in this progressive age.
Easton and Caroline County society figures appear in a long list of visits trips and marriages. Notables include Mr N C Fitzjarrett returning to Chapel farm, Baltimore visitors heading to Chicago for the World’s Fair and several locals attending or hosting events across Easton Denton and Cambridge. A mix of travel hospitalities and weddings highlights a busy regional social calendar.
Emily L Goslin wife of Ed ward R Goslin Esq of the school board died at her Federalsburg residence in the seventy sixth year of age after long illness. Born Taylor s Island Dorchester county she was sister of the late Captain Samuel M Travers. She was twice married first to Elinah Hurst father of Bishop John F Hurst of the M EK Church Interment at Federalsburg Methodist churchyard yesterday Junius Emerson died at his brother Dr J G Emerson s Milford home from necrosis of the bone He was born in San Paulo Brazil and came to the United States a few years ago to study pharmacy Interment at Greensborough last Friday John W Morgan carpenter builder died in Burrsville aged about thirty five from consumption He was buried at Wesley M E cemetery Rev J M Yingling officiating A widow and two children survive him.
George L Walrath petitions the Orphans Court to void his late wife Mrs Walraths will alleging improper execution unsound mind and undue influence while Walrath was jailed on a separate charge Executors Russum and Lewis deny irregularity and claim Walrath has no interest The court will frame issues for Circuit Court trial Other probate matters noted include Knotts estate sales and Walrath inventory and appraisal Half Rate Excursions to the World's Fair from Baltimore to Chicago Aug 1 8 and 17 details of trains and rates summarized One drowned and another injured at Chilton camp meeting plus minor items and local notes
Easton dealers advertise a vast selection of first class carriages and road carts with discounts, claiming the largest Peninsula stock and urging inspection to save money. Levy Court notes a county contract to build a road from Chipmans Lane to Houstons Branch and to erect two bridges over Great Branch for 500 dollars.
Marydel residents discuss vacations and plans with friends in town. Dr. Hayden hopes to earn an M D. degree soon. Geo. T. Parvis appointed assistant railroad agent, easing fruit shipment duties. Several families visit Bombay Hook and Camden campground while peaches fetch good prices. Local deaths and visits from Wilmington and Norristown residents noted.
An aged wanderer seeks bread under a dark sky while Abraham questions his piety. The stranger receives food but refuses to bow to God, revealing a moral test of hospitality. A divine presence probes Abraham's judgment, leading to a repentance about mercy and obedience. Harper's Magazine recounts this Eastern legend.
A Thursday evening event featured five boats and a refreshment boat launching from the Bridge toward Adams Landing. The party, including Miss Clara Downes and Miss Mamie Evitts among others, enjoyed music, dancing, outdoor games, and refreshments like ice cream and fruit beneath pines. Also noted are a gubernatorial pardon case for Wm P Tyler set for August 22 and local wheat and corn prices in Baltimore.
J P G argues that the Bible upholds home rule and individual dignity while monarchy corrupts liberty. He notes Israel’s shift from priestly rule to a king, contrasts Jesus teaching with royal lordship, and laments centralized church power growing through the middle ages.
State officials announce a pardon application for William P Tyler who was convicted in 1892 of second degree murder and sentenced to Maryland Penitentiary. The governor will review the case on or after August 22 1893 with protests heard until then and papers open to inspection.
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