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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Aug 17, 1895
Page
4
The column records assorted rural notices from Ridgely to Oxford, including events, sales and gatherings. Promotions mention a bid for local coal, a 20 percent wage rise for railroad trackmen, a tent meeting in Pool's woods, and a potato weighing one pound ten ounces. Prominent figures include Rev Jonathan Willis and Congressman-elect Willis, with festivals planned at Garey's Chapel and Sainsbury's lawn.
The Philadelphia Press notes an autumn wedding to be held near Smyrna, Carroll H. Sudler of Chicago wed to Miss Sue Cnilbreth of Smyrna. Sudler, from Sudlersville and son of the late John W. Sudler, hails from Maryland stock and works in Chicago. Numerous social events and visits by residents and out-of-town guests fill the Denton Caroline area, with many trips, meetings, and engagements listed.
The letter argues that Christian burial rites reflect faith in the resurrection and the body as a sacred vessel. It contrasts proper church procession and clergy participation with private room burial, asking how to explain the service to children. Local notices follow, listing residents and events. an offer for life-size portraits is also noted.
Democratic candidate John E. Hurst confirms acceptance of the Maryland gubernatorial nomination. He emphasizes candor and duty, affirms platform principles, critiques the McKinley tariff while praising Cleveland on currency, and calls for a complete reassessment of state property values to be enacted by the next Legislature.
The speaker urges citizens to press Governor Brown to sign a general and thorough assessment of all taxable property, stating the governor should not interfere with the legislature and pledging to sign and push the measure if elected. He emphasizes independence from party factions, commitment to the people, and readiness to attract skilled immigrants while supporting agricultural interests. He denies any binding political obligations from nomination and asks for party support.
A Preston gathering of Populists nominated county candidates. For the House of Delegates they named John Blades and A C Snowden. For the Orphans' Court they selected William E. Staf ford and James T. Jones with a third to be chosen by a committee. Jerome A. Cox was named County Commissioner, Edward H. Maloy Sheriff, and W Penn Willis Surveyor. The third Orphans' Court member was left to a committee. Subscribe for the JOURNAL.
Obituary for Mrs. Emily Gilbert Sisk detailing her life from East Bethany New York to Cordova Maryland and Preston Maryland. Notes her marriage to Joseph F. Sisk in 1883, motherhood to five children, teaching career, Presbyterian and Methodist affiliations, funeral August 8 from Cordova to Preston, and belief in heaven.
The article extols Palms College graduates as highly successful in swearing situations during a dull period. It claims the school’s superiority draws business interest for qualified book-keepers and office assistants and invites readers to request circulars from Palins Business College in Philadelphia.
An informal Tuesday gathering in Masonic Tall discussed the primary election and pressed for anti German committees across county districts. Chairman Henry R. Lewis and speakers urged nominating a ticket that Republicans cannot defeat in November while aiming to oppose the Senator.
The Bureau of Public Entertainment in Federalsburg aims to hire famed Sam Jones for a lecture soon. Jones recently spoke at Emory Grove camp meeting near Baltimore, delivering a caustic critique of political parties, declaring Republicans failed moral ideals and attacking government corruption.
Amelia Deekens wife of Francis Augustus Deekens died at Holly Bank near Federalsburg Maryland on Sunday August dth after a lingering illness at 0.30 p m She was beloved and respected Interment was at Evergreen Cemetery at noon Tuesday the 6th instant Bearers included Stewart Albert and Alfred Deckens and Samuel Zane Dunbarrow of Philadelphia Dr W S Deckens of West Point Virginia arrived later in the day
Bargain shoppers flock to Oehm’s Acme Hall offering twice the value for one dollar this month. Men and boys clothing hats shoes and furnishings include $30 suits for $10 and $10 suits for $5 with no stock carried over. Visit Oehms when in Baltimore for these bargains.
The Republican state convention ratified on Thursday named the ticket by acclamation. Governor Lloyd Lowndes of Allegany county, Attorney General Harry A. Clabaugh of Carroll, and Comptroller Robert P. Graham of Wicomico were chosen.
The Seaford cannery owned by Morrow and Coalbourn was sold at sheriff’s sale last week. Harry A. Roe of this place bought the building and machinery for $2,200 and will run the plant. The canning equipment is reported to be in excellent condition. Thomas Roberts & Co. of Philadelphia bought the canned goods of the firm.
Gootee Stevens the administrator presented his final accounts in the Elijah Satterfield estate. The will of Esau Thompson deceased was admitted to probate with Alfred A. Thompson named executor. The speaker notes a cash-based system since August 1 and asks for continued patronage with polite attention and fair value.
DIED SoLLoway In Wilmington Delaware on Monday August 5 1895 Mrs Martha J Solloway in the 64d year leaving four children to mourn John A Walter C Solloway and Mrs Sallie FE Roe of Wilmington and Mrs William J Smith of Denton Also on Friday August 9 at Burrsville M ES Parsonage George E son of Charles Mo and Fannie MM Tones aged 5 months 19 days Centreville Chestertown and Easton papers and Baltimore St please copy Mr N Graff in Caroline taking orders for fertilizer firm Baugh Sons C G Strong principal of public schools Anderson Cal says Chamberlains Pain Balm gives relief for lameness and wounds For sale by W E Brown Denton and H Duffey Hillsboro One hundred thousand shingles for sale at Denton Bridge by T Hutchinson Hannah More Academy Reisterstown opening fall 1895 with new buildings appointments teachers.
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