Denton area notes and upcoming sales and repairs
Local notes report upcoming sales by F J Wright and EF Clark with December dates, George Shirven and J H Nichols offer goods and discounts, and Kranz Hotel to be gas lit. W C Pastarfield offers Christmas trees and confectionery in West Denton while Chri stmas purchases rise in Carter Block stores. Road works expand Denton state aid project and Denton water tank repairs by Baltimore Cooperage Company to begin soon with costs under a thousand dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Denton
Agam
Kranz
Ridgely
G. R. Horey
EF. Clark
IL. C. Wright
Meerbhaum and
Briar
Douglass
F. R. Owens
Chices
Maonic
W. C. Pastorfield
Henry R. Lewis
George C. Shirven
Carter Block
J. Hi. Nichols & Son
Federal Bare
T. W. Smith & Son
Jovur- Xal
Diamond State Telephone Company
Dover
W.C. Pastarfield’s
Edwin Phawky
George C. Shirsen
James C. Collins
Smuthvisle School
R. J. S. Bullock
J. W. Johnson's
Harvey I. Cooper
Fannie
Eyster
Hooper Ling
I. W. Noble
Hickman
J. R. Hughes
William D. Fleetseed
Delaware
Seaford
Sydney 2
Townshend
Chestertown
Ankhun Manufacturing Company
Jacob E. Ellwanger
Charles HL. Whitby and Son
Alda P. Whitby
Canning Busines
Denton Canning Company
West Denton
Purchaers
Charles W. Jackson
Caroline
Prt
Jackson
Three Bridge
Greensboro
Baltimore Cooperage Company
Wedding Notes Link Eloquence With Bay Town Families
The Ridgely and Denton area releases a stream of wedding notices. Walter Trice wed Dora B McMahon at Friendship M E Church as Fannie Trice played the wedding march. Other nuptials noted include John Steele Bradley and Annie Forepaugh Roelofs in Camden and Elizabeth J Hopkins and Thor ndyke Ro e of Greenwood. Multiple brides and grooms, church venues, and engagement cards populate the social page.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Friendship M. E .Church
Walter ‘Trice
Dora B
Thomas McMahon
Fannie Trice
Rev
L. I. Morgan
Ida Covey
Harry McMahon
Lee Covey
Oscar Williams
Arthur McMahon
James I. Latem
Camden
N. J
Laura J. Wooters
Queen Anne
J. Marion Wooters
Protestant Episcopal Church
Detroit
Michigan
Middletown
Wilmington
Elizabeth J. Hopkins
George S. Hopkins
Thorndyke Roe
Greenwood
Lewis
Westminister
S. W. Slaughter
Harriette Marville Slaughter
Denver Bullen Roberts
M. FE. Church
Henry C. Powell
Marydel
Florence M. Powell
James H. Scotten
Marydel M. E
Thomas A. Smith
Alice Anita
Walter Mills Carmine
Methodist Episcopal Church
Ridgely
John E. Wilson
Clara Martin
Alda Plummer Whitby
Lp. m
Denton M. E. Church
John E. DeFord
Susie Emory
Emory Callahan
Frank Richards
University Hospital
Baltimore
Louise Garey
Philadelphia
Army-Navy
William F. Griffin
Susie Stockley
Goldsboro
J. F. Porter
Howard Griffin
New York
Denton
W. B. Fleming
H. F
Roosevelt Defies Call for Term in 1940 Nomination
President Roosevelt responded to the Republican National Committee call by reiterating his 1940 pledge not to seek another nomination. He said the March milestone marks his first term and he will not run again under any circumstances. The remark follows the GOP move and is tied to election prospects and party strategy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Republican National Committee For the Convention
Roosevelt
Carnegie Gives Away Over One Hundred Sixty Million
Andrew Carnegie has already given away more than one hundred sixty million dollars according to reports. The article notes his philanthropy and broad charitable impact across institutions and communities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Andrew Carnegie
Henderson Hog Drops and Town News Mix
A summary of recent local happenings in Henderson notes several large hogs killed by residents including J. S. Rickards and others with weights ranging up to 1,314 pounds. It also lists visits and moves, home improvements, illnesses, and social calls involving residents such as J. A. Comegys, Develson Cartwright, Anna Price, T. P. Richards, Mrs. Elwood Jones, and many others from nearby towns and counties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. S. Rickards
Irving Coleman
Robi. Pippin
Win. Price
Jacob Melvin
J. A. Comegys
North Carolina
J. T. Comegys
Develson Cartwright
Goldsboro
J. T. Murphy
Anna Price
C. E. McIlvaine
Philadelphia
T. P. Richards
Elwood Jones
Isaac Griffin
Harrington
John Kirk
D. M. Gooden
Mifflin Pippin
Wilmington
Emma Cashe
Queen Anne
Nathan Clark
Addie Cohee
Hazlettville
S. W. Dill
Milton
Ollie Coffin
Milford
J. T. Gough
Bear
F. B. Sweeney
Jas. Glass
Baltimore
Local Items and Notices from Ridgely Neck of the Woods
Miss Evelyn Green, under care of an oculist in Philadelphia, shows promising signs of eye cure. A near fire at Leonard Dean’s house was stopped by Ridgely’s fire department. Mrs. H. M. Vosmus visits relatives in New York and Pennsylvania and attended her parents’ 50th anniversary. Harper Lang buys a 24 HP auto for rides to entertain local girls. Myrtle Mather Vasmus returns from Virginia for Christmas. The Kaufmans return from Pennsylvania. Brass band concert near town. Douglass Drug Store advertises cut glass and china and Christmas gifts. Ladies Club Coffee at George C. Skirven’s in Carter Block.
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Evelyn Green
Philadelphia
John D. Davis
Oscar Clark & Bro
H. M. Vosmus
New York
Pennsylvania
Jos. L. Patterson
Harper Lang
Myrtle Mather Vasmus
Virginia
Ridgely
H. 3. Kaufman
Douglass’ Drug
Ladies Club
George C. Skirven
Carter Block
Douglass
Tidewater Fishermen's Protective Association
Havre de Grace
Board of Health
Wilmington
F. J. Wright
Board of Liquor License Commissioners of
Baltimore
Dennison
Fred R. Owens
Massachusetts
O. M. Higatt
Williston
EF. Clark
Grim Reaper Harvest claims Talbot notable farmers
Deaths sweep through Talbot and surrounding counties as prominent citizens pass away after strokes and illness. Alfred J. Wilson of Maple Grove Easton, 65, a leading agriculturist and director of regional firms, dies after paralysis and a recent stroke. Other obituaries include J. Willet Harris of Preston, 66, praised for piety and public service, and Dr Elijah Barrett Prettyman of Rockville, 77, former head of the State Normal School and Democratic leader. Surviving families, funeral tributes, and local reorganizations are noted alongside regional notices and local business ads.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alfred J. Wilson
Maple Grove
Wilson
Talbot County
Farmers’ Packing Company
Easton
Talbot County Fair Association
Maryland Horticultural Society
Caroline County
Consolidation Coal Company
Baltimore
Williams. Wilson
Fidelity and Deposit Company
George W. Wilson
Seth & Wilson, Easton
Robert Wilson
J. Willet Harris
Fourth District
Preston
Kright
Harris
Edwin Gardner
Preston M. E. Church
Albert W. Sisk
Jacob L. Noble
Jesse T. Dennis
Euphonia Houston
Houston
Frederick Wright
East New Market
Jacob Charles
Federalsburg
Wingate
William
Anna
Frank Vanauken
Frederick Siddons
Washington, D. C
Dr. Carson
Roanoke
Henry Houston
Elijah Barrett Prettyman
Rockville
Prettyman
Southern Methodist Church
Elbridge 5S. Johnson
Dorchester
Choptank Steamboat Company
Washington
R. ‘T. Larrimore
Rapid Living and Quick Dying in Modern Times
An editorial discusses rising railroad and industrial disasters, arguing many deaths arise from overwork and stress rather than sole operator error. It cites Magner of the I and O as an example of fatigue affecting judgment, urging Americans to slow the national pace. Also notes Dennison’s Xmas seals and Skirven’s store selling cards at 35 cents a pound.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Magner
English Bribery Act Eyed For Maryland Reform
Judge Crothers voiced support for adopting the English corrupt practices act in Maryland to curb bribery and election abuses. Senator Gorman expected to introduce the bill, highlighting penalties for illegal voting and bribery, strict limits on paid agents, and mandatory accounting of campaign expenditures. The English law’s success in reducing vote buying and rotating election disputes to courts is cited as a model.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Crothers
Maryland
Gorman
Senate
Great Britaan
England
House of Commons
Minnesota Governor John Johnson Seen as Democratic Hope
A Washington letter notes Governor John Johnson of Minnesota rising as a major figure for the Democratic horizon. The piece praises his steady, unflashy approach, quiet departure from Washington after addressing a club, and enduring influence on party doubts and ambitions without sensational rhetoric.
Obituary for John Todd 1907 May 17
An obituary notes the death of John Todd on May 17, 1907. He is described as patient through long suffering, a member and faithful worker of Chestnut Grove Church, and deeply missed by friends and relatives. The piece closes with a poetic blessing of rest and entry into the Haven of Rest, written by his niece A. EB, O.
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John Todd
Chestnut Grove
A. Eb, O
Samuel in the temple lessons for youth and service
Sunday School lesson recounts Samuel at age about 12 being dedicated by Elkanah and Hannah, raised in the tabernacle under Eli, hearing God call him, and delivering a divine message against Eli’s house, prompting children to serve God and heed parental guidance. Also notes youth as key in church work and references other biblical child helpers. Obituaries and court notes follow.
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Samuel
Elkanah
Hannah
Temple
Eli
Israel
God
House of God
Abiathar
Solomon
Christ
Naaman
John vi
Isa
Party Pledges to Be Kent
Ex Governor John Walter Smith has not been in the city for 10 days but is expected soon. His election to the United States Senate will strengthen him as party leader and influence Annapolis, with many Democrats his friends. He favors enforcing party pledges on reform acts and primary laws. He plans to confer with Democratic leaders this week to push for a strong four year record. Don’t buy until you see Douglass.
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Baltimore Sun
John Walter Smith
Colonel Smith
United States Senate
Annapolis
United States
Smith
Democratic Party
Legislation Against the Farmer Signals Political Realignment
A historical critique argues national policy has long targeted farmers, prompting large-scale desertions from the Republican to the Democratic fold. It cites tariff impacts, Secretary Wilson’s rhetoric, and farm wealth to urge a square deal, fair taxation, and infrastructure improvements for farmers, including toll-free state roads and retail delivery reforms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Northwest
Wilson
Baltimore Sun
United States
Uris
Argentina
Ife
Wall Paper and Window Shade Prices
The latest patterns in Wall Paper 5c a repiece Gilt 8c a piece Window Shade 22c each Tomas and Messer Co big W Baltimore St Baltimore Md Correct stationery in handsome Xmas packages at Douglass'
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Tomas & Messer Co
Big W
Baltimore St
Baltimore, Md
Douglass
Fine Bazaar At Town Hall A Protes tant Episcopal Fair
The supper and bazar at Masonic Hall by the Protestant Episcopal Church ladies drew good social and artistic interest. Booths trace life stages from Infancy to Grandmother with themed goods and an all age ice cream and cake center. Net proceeds reached about eighty dollars amid sermons condemning liquor connections and urging Denton officials to curb violations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Masonic Hall
Protestant Episcopal Church
Maryland
Frank T. Benson
Methodist Protestant Church
Jerusalem
Jericho
Jericho Road
Denton
C. FE. Dryden
Greenwood
Del
Cambridge Journal
Cambridge M. E. Church
Macnichel
Mr. Gantt
New York
Christ Church
Santa Claus
George T. Redden
Temple Lodge
M. FE
Christian Endeavor Society of
M. P. Church
Whittier
A. C. McGilton
Williston
Delaware Democrats Back Judge Gray for Presidency
The Democratic Central Committee of Delaware urged voters nationwide to nominate Judge George Gray for the presidency. They state he is not seeking the office but would lead the party to victory and govern wisely if elected, arguing it is their duty to promote the party and country.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Judge Gray
Democratic Central Committee
Delaware
George Gray
ODay killed hogs weigh 394 364 and 203 pounds
Federalsburg reports the death of Mr. G W O Day and notes three hogs killed weighing 394, 364, and 203 pounds. T C West, cashier, calls a stockholders meeting for Denton National Bank on Tuesday January 14. Cashier Downes issues a similar notice for Peoples Bank stockholders. Subscribe for county news in the Journal.
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Denton Journal
Federalsburg
G. W. O'Day
T. C West
Denton National Bank
Downes
Peoples Bank
Journal
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E. F. Clark
Washington, D.C
Charles EK. Stevens
Norfolk
H. SF. Stevens
Jennie Lord
Clayton
Hillsboro
Epworth League
M. E. Church
L. P. Corkran
League
Ira B. Williams
Ethel Moore
Algie Worth
Isaac T. Sparklin
Blanch Smith
Mary Russum
H. R. Pritchett
Kathleen Knotts
Alma Thompson
I. P. Keets
Our City
Chas. E. Stewart
H. L. Jump
Henry Fox
Tuckahoe River
Harrison Legg
Kent Island
Chas. 2. Rice
Franklin City
G. Wilbur Ralph
Ralph
A. D. Branford
G. L Wilson
Elizabeth Mullikin
Trappe
Howard Griffffin
E L. Thompson
H. M.thompson
Edgar Blanch
E. S. Bowens
Thos. A. Smith
Eva Fleming
Ella Fisher
THE
Gov. Johnson
Minnesota
John Johnson
Minnessota
Washington Club
Johnson
National Capital
Samuel—I Samul
Orphans’ Court
Sarah C. Blackiston
Sarah M. Shaw
T. Alan Goldsborough
Daniel R. Tatheroh
Anna Tatheroh
J. C. Madara
E. Grace Madara
J. F. Kauffman
FL. Stambaugh
John R. Jones
J. Frank Jones
Elmer W. Deen
Edward Roe
Carlilie Roe
Kent
Fine Bazar
Mr. Benson
Law
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