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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 1903
Page
3
Saturday morning August 8 1903 county notices solicit news from all parts under this head Public business calendar shows circuits court to convene October 5 and meetings set for August 11 including Levy Court and School Board sessions to be held August 11.
The column covers fair announcements in Easton and Talbot Maryland, railroad excursion plans via Queen Anne's line, and various local advertisements. It lists deaths, church notices, and a rush of summer visitors with scores of names and places including Burrsville Denton Philadelpha Queen Anne's counties.
The camp meeting at Pentecostal Grove near Denton opens today with ministers Rev Spencer, Rees, Gray, Tabler among those expected to speak. Tenters include Major Hurd, Albert Satterfeld, Joseph H. Richardson, James H. Trice, Luther Griffith and son, Joseph L. Griffith, R. A. Blane, G. C. Sherwood, G. R. Neal, Fred P. Stafford, Ervin Coleman, F. A. Porter, John Smith, James H. Thawley, John DeFord, Charles Ellwanger, Andrew Satterfield, William Solland, C. W. Schuyler, George Griffin, Solomon Caball, James Voss, Frank Jones, John McIntosh, William E. Wilson, Willard H. Thawley, Fisher and Bennett, T. F. Tabler, and a Talbot company.
County commissioners met Tuesday to discuss repairs for Greensboro bridge and met Wednesday at the site with Mr. George C. Plummer. C. W. Porter authorized to roof keeper's house at Tuckahoe bridge. W. C. Andrew bid $225 to build the Liden road in the Eighth district.
Town youth enjoyed a Thursday evening fete on the Hummer lawn despite a storm. Guests played games, shared moonlight conversations, and were served refreshments as they departed.
A group of youths visited Choptank for a crabbing party on Wednesday last week. Participants included Minnie Collins Aatrah Tichenor Ivah Smith Emma Hubbard Jennie Kelley Edythe Thawley Corinne Thawley Sallie Annie Johnson James Neal Clarence Beachamp Terry Nichols Norman Smith Walton Trice Euphonious Smith Thomas Nichols Kirwin Everngam Melvin Todd Arthur Gibbons Walter Lord Sir James D Neal and son Ormond, Mr Samuel G Nuttle and son Harold, Atwood Todd Franklin Stevens William Nuttle aboard the steam yacht Enaglet Thursday. A straw ride from Concord and Canton Friday evening drew a crowd despite rain. Miss Minnie Collins and Mary Ward hosted Friday evening for cousin Lee Jones of Philadelphia. Lee Jones returned home after visiting Dr and Mrs Ward. Minnie Stevens visited relatives in Harrington. Mrs Addie Murphy visits cousin Lona Kelley in Harmony.
Mr W T Jarman and wife with Patsy Pritchett Mary Jarrell Nine Vane and Dr Rowe return from Rehoboth. Mrs Catherine Knotts Templeville and Mrs Emma Jump Marydel visit Mrs Harry Temple. Mrs Marion Jarman Goldsboro with Delaware relatives. Edith Rolph Germantown Pa visits Edna Booker. Alta Sapp returns from Harrington. Addie Jarrell Louise Gray visit uncle at Ridgely. Willie Sweeney returns to Norwood Pa. Lucy Morris visits Hillsboro and Queen Anne. Robert Jarrell Jr at Rehoboth. Willie Quillen takes job at Trappe.
Clayton reports a tense incident as Fletcher Hollis, a Black man, attempted to shoot a white man in Dover. Constable Wright was shot in the stomach during an unarmed arrest attempt, then the wounded officer was taken to Wilmington Hospital. Nearby, Denton youths held a Saturday night hop at Masonic Hall with the Denton orchestra.
The Centreville Observer recounts John W. Thawley a native of Caroline now serving life in Indiana State Prison at Michigan City. He was allegedly betrayed by friends and a bribed lawyer after a sensational trial tied to a murder case involving Shoemaker. Supporters in Centreville appeal to Governor Durbin for a pardon ahead of a forthcoming pardons board review.
In the Orphans' Court on Tuesday last C P Dunning was named administrator of M Ella Dunning. Harry Richardson was named administrator of Anna M Richard son. George W. Hignatt, executor of Margaret A Butler, presented debts and accounts which were approved. William B. Nuttle, executor of Elias W Williamson, filed debts and accounts approved. Henry FR Lewis and Major Leo Wyatt, administrators of Eva M Wyatt, presented debt lists and accounts approved. The will of Kate S E Hunt was admitted to probate. The court fixed Tuesday August 11 1903 for a hearing on the vacant scholarship appointment at Washington College Chestertown Md.
Miss Mary V. Simpson celebrated her tenth birthday with a Tuesday evening gathering in Greensboro. Guests included Lola Jackson Mignon and Alfred Gangeux Mildred Curry May and Florence Pippin Elsie and Florence Coursey Mabel and Clara Owens of Sunnybrook Md. and visitors from Baltimore Delaware and New York. Dr Noffecker plans Beck camp meeting next Sunday.
Miss Anna D. Smith of Ridgely and Miss Georgiana E. Connor of Queen Anne have returned from a pleasant visit with relatives in Philadelphia Germantown and Camden NJ. They are accompanied home by Miss Ellen Connor of Germantown. Mr and Mrs David B. Smith with their son Roy spent last week with daughter Mrs J W Price near Harrington. New dwellings soon to be finished include those of Dr Herr Frederick Plounders and Harry Lane. The Alliance Preserving Company is completing a large warehouse. Easton's rasable basis is 1,250.
Political observers anticipate a hot eight week race as Maryland voters choose state and local officials. Both parties plan strong efforts with notable speakers likely to visit counties and bolster their campaigns, including Democrats with several former in Denton and new party voices, and Republicans featuring figures like Mudd Lowndes and Jackson as a social campaigner.
Harvey Bowen from a prominent Kent county family was arrested after waylaying William Purse near Hartley. He struck Purse behind the ear with steel knuckles, kicked him after he collapsed, breaking two ribs, fracturing the skull and knocking out three teeth. Purse received medical care at home. Bowen was committed to jail.
A Baltimore American observer notes that office seeking has long been a standard political reality. The piece cites early Maryland figures such as Col William Richardson and John White, detailing how applicants pursued posts like inspector of excise and Maryland marshalship, and argues modern population growth hasn’t reduced public interest, though many good citizens avoid office, harming the public.
Alfred H. Ross of this county barely survived a morning incident at Fleming's mill Harrington. Missing wheel and horse, Ross lay unconscious with a deep throat gash after a sudden departure. Taken to his brother's home then shipped home, he offers no recall of the event. Some call it assault, others blame a startled horse. locals recall the nearby Hearn murder and say the suspect remains at large.
Walter B Townsend formerly of the county was arrested in Philadelphia on a poisoning charge involving his wife and a boarder George Knowles He drove a bakery wagon and reportedly drank coffee prepared for him by his wife after she left it for him Townsend claimed a third party poisoned the coffee and said his daughter was visiting Denton when the incident happened He was held on $2000 bail after a hearing with corroboration from a local baker.
Mrs. William Koenemann of Germantown Pennsylvania is visiting relatives here. Miss Maud Cahall and Miss Stella Cahall of Philadelphia are staying with their grandparents Mr and Mrs John A Cahall.
Gro. F. Beaven presents evidence from Wesley’s own writings showing his lifelong commitment to the Church of England. The article cites 1735 stay in America, 1750 conference vows, 1789 declarations, and his final sermon affirming allegiance to the church, framing Methodism as an evangelical supplement rather than a separate body. It notes posthumous Leeds Conference records calling him a member and friend of the Church of England.
The Epworth League of Ebenezer M E Church Easton plans its third grand trip to Cape May on Wednesday August 12. The Pennsylvania Railroad will hold the evening train at Queen Anne to connect with Queen Anne Railroad’s special. Stops include Queen Anne Downes Tuckahoe and Denton arriving 10 30 a m leaving 4 30 p m for six hours at Cape May. Round trip 1 25. This will be the best excursion of the season.
Personal Property fella Weil notes ongoing farming stock sales with strong prices and several more to come in the next weeks. Readers are urged to monitor announcements to catch opportunities and stay informed about forthcoming sales.
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