Public Business Caledars and Court Meetings Noted
Public business calendar lists circuit court session on December 5 and levy court and orphan’s court meetings on that date. School board also schedules a meeting for December 5.
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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Dec 02, 1905
Page
9
Public business calendar lists circuit court session on December 5 and levy court and orphan’s court meetings on that date. School board also schedules a meeting for December 5.
Community news covers hires appointments and openings including Deputy Sheriff Evitts and new shops by T W Smith and C H Bullock. Also reported are multiple weddings in Marydel and Denton with details on brides gowns rings and attendants.
Robert W Anthony, prominent Third district farmer, died at home Tuesday night after months of Brights disease. He was 52. Funeral Thursday at Central Methodist with Rev H S Jonson officiating. Interment at burying ground near Anthony’s mill. Survived by widow, children, and brothers Joseph P and the late Joshua M Anthony. He was a Heptasoph and respected in the community. For a cheap hat go to Miss Jennie Stafford.
The article records the twenty fifth wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. George F. P. Noble with sixty eight guests including Rev. J. hk. Under and many locals. It notes an oyster supper by the Red Men on December 9 and Epworth League meetings Sundays at 7 30 with about forty members. It also mentions home purchases, telegraph training, school reopening, and visits among residents.
Greensboro residents hosted and visited relatives during Thanksgiving week. Guests included Mrs Norwood Thornton of Chesapeake City and Miss Mary Abner of New York. Several locals traveled to see family in Philadelphia and Pittsburgh area.
Preston Academy principal W N Wills will attend the High School Teachers Association meeting at the Maryland State Normal School next Friday. Visits to Baltimore include Alex Noble Cortel you Mrs J T Dennis and Charles M Johnson among others. Jonathan Benj F Johnson of Johnson Bros travels to Delaware. James N Todd fixes his Railroad avenue house. more houses needed in Preston. several tenants cannot find homes for 1906. Wyatt of Dover spent two weeks in Preston. Maud Noble extending city visit. Stores closed on Thanksgiving. game activity scarce. John K Whaley spent the week in Whitleyville.
Denton houses report many painters still active despite a drop in bat activity and a reduction at Miss Jennie Stafford's. The note notes painters remain busy while bat numbers decline.
The story depicts Nehemiah seeking and receiving the king's permission to return to Jerusalem, inspecting the ruins at night, and organizing the rebuilding amid opposition. He unites the people, divides labor, and completes the walls in 52 days, showing that faith coupled with effort achieves triumph against enemies and slander. The lesson emphasizes prayer and work, vigilance, and reliance on God.
An advertisement touts Chamberhain’s Cough Remedy as highly effective for colds. It claims pleasant taste and dependable relief available at Douglas Drug Store in Daifey Hillsboro.
Three public officials retire after long service including Commissioner James B. Wright who earned broad support for faithful taxpayer duties. Fellow officials Wim T. Hignutt and C. C. Deen are likewise praised for steady work. Other notes report George N. Wallace resigning as cashier of Peoples National Bank effective December 1 to aid his ill father-in-law, and a series of social visits and travel plans among local residents and out-of-town guests after Thanksgiving.
The Sth annual meeting will be held at McCoy Hall, Baltimore, on December 6 and 7. Vice-president for Caroline county is J S Lapham of Goldsboro. Addresses will be given by Ira L Romsen, J H Hale, Persis K Miller, and W N Hutt, highlighting horticultural study and future trade needs.
Tuesday session saw T. Frank Seward elected and commissioned as Caroline County sheriff with his official bond approved. Administratrix C. Elizabeth Todd presented sale accounts for William T. Todd. W. Henry Jopp and Sallie M. Dean submitted receipts from Jopp heirs. an order to sell personal property for Fr Genee Madara was granted. Emma D. Scott presented Noah A. Scott will and letters testamentary issued. bond filed and notice to creditors ordered.
The newly elected independent County Commissioners held a joint session with the old board in Centreville. They appoint H. B. W. Mitchell as clerk to the new board. Samuel Seney is expected to retain Lemuel Dunbracco as Chief Deputy, with Elmer Seney and Trenchard Faithful as deputies under Dunbracco. Alfred C. Merchant, elected sheriff, to assume duties December 1. Clem Porter reported as a deputy in the Second district.
Reverend Ralph T. Coursey of Milton denounces election bribery during revival services. He warned vote buyers and sellers that if any die while he is on circuit he will not guide them to heaven and may change the hymn to There'll be a Hot Time in the Old Town Tonight.
The Baltimore American reported four men dead and two dying from inhaling illuminating gas. One, who gave the name R. C. Williams of Denton Maryland at Chambers Hotel on Hanover Street, appeared despondent after claiming a lost vessel. He was found unconscious and taken to Maryland University Hospital. Williams is not known locally.
Advertisement notes wallpaper patterns and window shades offered by Thomas and Messer at 1010 West Baltimore Street in Baltimore. Prices listed include 8 cents per piece for wallpaper patterns and 20 cents each for window shades.
Following six years of practice, all persons and officials who will feed game birds during winter must apply for blank requisitions at the Game Warden offices in Cumberland or Baltimore 211 St Paul street. State Game Warden MO W Avirett issues the request.
A list argues that cigarette use harms boys by hindering growth and health, fostering addiction, hurting job prospects, and reducing school performance. It cites toxins and moral concerns, linking smoking to spiritual injury and higher costs.
A man lit a pipe and threw a match into onkum on a gasoline launch owned by Mr. Leo Wheatley, burning the boat awning. Wheatley suffered severe facial and hand burns trying to extinguish the fire.
Marydel notes visitors from Chestertown W C A and Hurlock while relatives gather for Thanksgiving. Local trips include Miss Mabel Bowen to Ridgely and Bowers Beach and Miss Cora Pippin with holiday plans. Updates report improving health Mrs India Williamson and moved residences for Mr Andrew family relocation to Williston.
Governor Warfield expresses regret to Hon E E Goslin over his election defeat and notes his prior service while inviting future visits to Annapolis or Baltimore. Separately a Talbot court ends a lawsuit over ownership of $2 land with total costs over $000.
Farmers voice discontent as Maryland hunters warn of dwindling game. The Maryland State Game and Fish Protective Association urges uniform state laws to replace local restrictions and avert further loss of bird populations. Field trials in Talbot County show sharply reduced counts amid severe weather and habitat issues.
Market notes from RJ Bowen Co list grains and livestock with prices. Wheat No 2 red 0.79 steamer 0.73. corn No 2 white 0.49 to 0.46. peas 1.60. poultry chickens 0.10–0.12 turkeys 0.10 ducks 0.11–0.13 geese 0.12. eggs 0.29. walnuts 1.25–1.50 per cwt. potatoes white 0.70 per bushel. sweet potatoes 1.50–1.75 per barrel. Apples Maryland Virginia 2.50, New York State 3.50. veal calves 0.14, lambs 0.60, sheep 0.30. hides beef 0.15, salt hides 0.12.
When a child shows croup symptoms there is no time for experiments. Chamberlains Cough Remedy has long been trusted and proven reliable. Douglas Drug Store, A. L. Duffey, Hillsboro recommends it for a quick cure.
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