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Newspaper

Denton Journal

Location

Denton, Maryland, United States of America

Date

Aug 16, 1890

Page

3

Local News and Social Notes From Dorchester Area

Local department reports taxes due while county commissioners set meeting for the 26th inst. Visits by Miss Ella Chance of Philadelphia and Mrs. N. Roe, Denton relatives, plus several other townsfolk. Notes on church remodeling, camp meetings, hotel stays, and local commerce including Posner’s recent fire response and shipment news from Day Brothers & Co. Community announcements cover baptisms, meals, wheat and corn prices, and assorted visits, travels, and local events.

Ella Chance Philadelphia N. Roe W. BR. Emerson Denton John Sletten Seaford John D. Plummer Greensborough George W. Martin Lony The Grove Day Brothers & Co

Disappearance Reported of Cambridge Man Calvert Orem

Cambridge resident Calvert Orem is missing since mid July after traveling to Baltimore to sell grain to commission merchant Alexander Wood of East Satt Street. He previously vanished briefly last winter amid business reverses. A Cambridge man reported the loss to police and a resident in Florida confirmed a letter claiming he was in Florida.

K. J. Harris Cambridge Calvert Orem Myr. Orem Baltimore Alexander Woodall East ‘Satt Street Ife William R. Emerson Journal Emerson P.O. Florida

Judge Robinson Denies Congressional Candidacy

The clipping from the Cratteville Observer confirms Judge Robinson of the Court of Appeals is not a candidate for the Eastern Shore Democratic Congressional nomination. He stated in Baltimore that he is not a candidate now or under any circumstances, a firm declaration reflecting the denial reported by publishers.

Judge Robinson Court of Appeals Baltimore

Abandoned Denton Webbs horse and carriage found

Early last week an abandoned horse and carriage were found on the public road between Denton and Webbs. Sheriff Shields took possession and a notice was published. Mr. Houston of Sussex county Delaware claimed the team, saying it was stolen from him at a Georgetown camp meeting on the preceding day. He suspects local thieves from Georgetown.

Denton and Webbs Sheriff Shields Journal Houston Sussex County Delaware Georgetown

Vine Specimens of the Printers Art Sale bills on display

The office previews fine specimens of printers art including sale bills bill heads note heads letter heads statements cards blinks notes and more. Visitors are invited to call and view the displays at the office.

Concord Camp Prospects Grow at Caroline Meeting

A large encampment forms at Concord Camp in Caroline County with tents from Greensborough Denton and Smyrna and guests from Baltimore Philadelphia and other towns. Religious services are held midweek with Rev. Tabler Robinson Easley Dixon and Green in attendance. The Sunday School temperance program urges family and school involvement to sow temperance seeds for future generations.

Concord Caroline Kent Sussex Delaware Greensborough Mr.Tabler Dhurrsville Jes. Robinson Fannington Mr. Easley Pederalsburg St. E. Dixon Addie Smith Patterson Church of Christ Christ Green W. MM. Green Cooper and Thawley Fim

Maryland Farmers in Conclaves A Vigorous Policy

The Maryland State Farmers Alliance met in Baltimore in the main Hall of the Y M C A and began with a secret session to organize. Delegates from twelve counties, totaling over 2000 members, discussed growth, finance, and plans to unite against trusts and monopolies amid a broad policy push for farmers.

Maryland State Farmers’ Alliance Young Men’s Christian Associative Building Baltimore Trugh Mitchell Charles County Alliance T. Canfield Jenkins Mitchell Wembeta Prince Georgie’s Charles, Calvert St. Mary’s Aig Arundel Caroling Allegany Howd Dorchester Talbot Queen Anne’s Maryland

State Exchange Plans Probed As Adjournment Hangs

The president urged Maryland farmers to resist monopolists and a committee was formed to develop plans for the suggested state exchange. The proposal to establish a State exchange was referred to another committee for action and timing.

Mitchell

Reynolds Named Governor as Reynolds Wins Nomination in Delaware

A Delaware Democratic convention nominated Robert J. Reynolds for Governor and John A. Causey for Congress after a platform speech denouncing Republican policy. Ex Governor Charles C. Stackley was chosen permanent chairman. The platform urged civil liberty, criticized McKinley tariffs, and called for a state constitutional revision. Reverend Green condemned camp meeting Sabbath traffic. Obituary notices and local notices follow, including a house fire and an accident involving Rev John Irwin.

T. F. Bayard Charles C. Stackley Bayard Congress Treasury House Delaware L. J. Handy Smyrna Robert J. Reynolds Peter L. Cooper Caleb S. Pennewell Reynolds John A. Causey Mr. Causey Saulsbuarys

Tanimnense Reductions In Price For 60 Days Only

Shannahan Wrightson Hardware Co announces limited term sales on Webster Wagons two horse priced 230.00 Economist Hand Plows complete 9.00 Economist Sulky Plows complete 15.00 Plow Sulkies complete 5.00 Little Diamond Cultivators with fallow bar listed around 25.00 Offers run for sixty days with savings on key farming implements.

Shannahan & Wrightson Hardware Co Webster Ccccesersea Ees

Markele and Reed wed by Rev R W Odd in Denton area

Frederick H. Johnson married Lydia F. Reed on the 3th inst by the Reverend R W Odd. Daisy Pinkine, 19, wife of James Vinking, dies at home near Denton Bridge from typhoid pneumonia.

Jonxson—Rerp R. W. ‘Odd Frederick H. Johnson Lydia F. Reed

August Furniture Sale Brings Record Low Prices

A major furniture sale opens in August with Saturday closures for summer and prices rising on mirrors and oak lumber. The ad promises a broad stock of new elegant pieces at half to two thirds of current values, urging critical comparison and noting out of town shoppers can travel to buy. The sale lasts only through August.

Wade

Washington College Preparatory Department details

The fragment describes Washington College and its Preparatory Department for entrants to the college. It notes college buildings enlarged and improved, on a hill overlooking the Chester River, claiming a healthy location and total expenses from state up to $158. References Dr Cilas W. Redd.

Degsen Alt Sala Colluse Cloces Cheterte An Cea Chester River Mary Cilas W. Redd Priseticn

Road Notice in Caroline County Public Road Petition

Notice is given that Carly Day after this date the undersigned petitioned the County Commissioners of Caroline County to open a public road. The route runs between the lands of Lizaie Nueliol and June Wright and others, from the land of K D Park to the land of TY Austett and to the public road. The petition names several landholders and authorities including George Wishepake Wal, Saba Thomas, Lizzie Nichols, August Pend, and others.

Anderighed Caroline Counnty Dries Robert Handy Liaaie Nueliolnod Ewright Sarah Thoma Dackson Alex Mr. Ringgold James Gree Dame Wright K. D. Park Austett

Notice to Creditors in Caroline County Court

Notice to creditors of Elenor Wright late of Caroline County Maryland. Letters of administration granted by the Orphans Court of Caroline County. Claims must be presented with proper vouchers to the executor by February 28. Failure to comply may bar claimants from any portion of the estate. H. W. L batts Executor of Elen r Wright deceased.

Caroling Counts Orphans’ Court Caruiee Conn Maryland Caroline Conbly Doralis Devas Poe H.W Eltena

Road Notice From Tin County Courthouse

A legal notice dated August 16e0 announces that the authorities will change the Lett Crispty road, affecting Bluewery Bridge area near Pont of G. EL Seyebaden. The notice specifies a thirty day window for public comment and outlines the new route alignment proposals.

Tin County Counnl Bluewery Lridge Pont of G. EL Seyebaden EL Ocean

Also Mentioned on This Page

Denton Journal the Local Department M. P Ruthsburg Iron Bridge L. KR. Hooper Easton Matthew Chilton S. M. Morgan Ifillsborough Wye Camp E. E. Dixon Prospect Park, Va K. C. FH Rich Neck Bay City M. L. Blanchard Bridgeville Raf. Carter Mamie Foreman M. Foreman Ethos O'Neil Maltimore J. W. Sinder Wilmington Clara Redden Missy Etta Jones Laura Jones Long Woods Yuckahoe Neck James H. Straughn Brick Hotel Arlington Centreville L. H. Gadd G. A. Deakyne G.T. Redden & Co Denton Bridge Chilton Nannie Thompson Oneen Anne’s Lizzie Caulk Laura Taylor Waverly Mary Fisher Tuckahoe Neck T. Pliny Fisher AL 2D. Smith Bell Land J. M. Anthony T. W. Jones New York Mosquito Hawks Liden Caroline County Russam Rossum Congressional Salt River Jacob H. Marks Irwin Messrs Seward and Knotts Posners Posner Bros G. F. Beaven St. John’s Parish Ridgely C. E. ‘Furner Burt Hagadone Niagara Miro Ptl Lee and Son Polk Whiteley Preston Academy Jacob Noble Preston Maryahet Ella Swing Felson Pennsylvania Hospital F. G. Slemmer Coxe’s Station J. W. Porton Dailey’s Tehive Mr. Ocean Flordbs Concord Campground Zea Th. Gada FE. Downes E. Morgan J, H. Horey Jor. Manlip Avinue Mrs Jirlin Mowbray Jarnian Todd Stolnton & Wright Jorinon Johnson Waveman Cooper Mr Green Horsey Wi Lock Dr Muggantt RY Collins Mise Concomd Sassafras Lama Taylor Nannie ‘Thompson Annie Hopkins Nuttle Sallie Pratt Iva Lowe Greensboro Dukes West Avenue Jennie Annie Griffin Alice Melvin Elijah ‘Todd 4. C. Flemming Caddie Sharp Warrington Y. S. Johnson Rey W. RB. Mowbray Pomona Med Nannie ‘Fyravers Nettie Steven Lizzie Pitt Ramsdell Mrs. Greer Miss Maud Greer Dr. Clark’s Maggie Jarrell Stilsboro W. KR. Peters J. J. Bloxsom Commissioner Collins Julia Katie Hardesty W. I. Liden Belle M. Willis van Sickie Edna Jester Harrington Cooper's W. F. Murphy J. J. Schively India Cooper & Wilson Mr. ‘St. Fred Garey's Jesus Christ David P. Leveven Marlborne Nauttle Kinser & Wrisht Bas Stevens Nuttle & Stevens Woo Wooters John A. Catmsey Deven Wesley W. Richards First District Mr. Richards John Irwin Wile Sheppard’s Saulsbury Lillie Shaw Ida Bramble Neame Blackiston Newt Henry Blackiston Charles Hr. Gibson Charles KR. Waaters Venton Todet Pats Tires Jounxan Santa Anna Zachary Faglor R. W. ‘Topa W. Denney Wilds Kenton Wilds J Frack Wilds Register of Wills Kent County David S. Wilds Levy Court Roth A. A. Curtis Markele Prinawenriya Aneutfi Washington College Chestertows, MD Elisha Wright Moro Phillips Sbandar Frederick Phillips South St Third St
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