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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Feb 19, 1910
Page
5
Items of news from all parts of the county are solicited under this head. Readers are urged to submit brief notes on events, meetings, openings, accidents, and notable happenings within their communities for publication.
A crowded 19th century page lists prices and sales from local merchants and farms. Entries include cash for eggs, chickens, and meat. sales on linens and dresses. upcoming events at Thawley’s and Masonic Hall. bank and road matters. an auto show forecast. and road improvements in Caroline Queen Anne's and Talbot counties. The mix shows community commerce, civic notes, and social events.
Miss Marie Steward daughter of Mr and Mrs Benjamin Steward near Greensboro and Mr Daniel R Link of Johnstown were married by Rev J W Krabill on Wednesday evening. The bride a popular local girl and the groom an expert builder, with attendants Miss Mary V Morrison and Mr D Thomas Steward. A reception followed at the home and plans set for residence in Johnstown.
The Pennsylvania Railroad favors applicants who do not use tobacco and prohibits tobacco on duty for current staff. Delaware Railroad stockholders voted to lease the line for 99 years to the Philadelphia Baltimore Washington Railroad. In Congress, North West Fork Nanticoke river improvement funds were cut from 22100 to 16100. Reassessment of real estate faces strong sentiment for passage. Queen Annes farmer Wilmer Moore reports killing a hundred hawks in a year. W T Sewell advertises a Monday sale of household and store goods as the family moves to Philadelphia. The Sanders dwelling near Windy Hill, Talbot, burned last week. Driftwood flood from the Susquehanna swells on the Eastern Shore. Mortgagee Charles F. Jarman advertises a public sale of a canning house and machinery. White madras fabric, once 25 cents, now 14 cents at J L Everagams. For Rent a 7-room dwelling in West Denton Md. Apply to So ers Blake.
Mrs Maggie Carroll widow of George Carroll died in Washington on the 6th inst. She lived on the Choptank road with her family near Z T Reynolds farm and was superintendent of the M I Sunday School. She is survived by four children including Nettie Smith in St Paul Minnesota and Linda Adams, Drusa Erbay, and Samuel Carroll in Washington. Burial was in Hurlock. Revival meetings closed in the M E Church with Miss Annie Dryden and Rev Orem Jones assisting.
Mrs Sallie Newell died at her son Frank Newell's home last Tuesday morning and was buried Thursday at Bloomery M E Church. She leaves three sons and one daughter. Visits and local notices reference guests Frank and C S Dean, and Mrs John Magers. Also notes on wood cutting for Wright Lewis, Pastor J F Bryan's upcoming Liberty M P Church services, Abe Handy's city visit, and Walter Gambrill's illness.
A patrons meeting at Boonsboro School is planned for next Monday at 8 p m Superintendent E M Noble and Miss Nan L Mildren are expected to attend All patrons are urged to attend as important school matters will be discussed The program includes singing America recitations by Susie Leese Hattie Wright Lola Morris Grace Holsinger and Nan Mildren a Maryland My Maryland recital a debate on a compulsory school law with affirmatives Ethel Cade Grace Carrolls and negatives H E Holsinger and S G Snowden followed by general discussion and an address by Superintendent Noble with further discussion of school matters by Miss Mildren
The Harmony school pupils under Miss Louise Higgins are listed with names Agnes Brodes Lee Butler Clara Fluck Monroe Fluck Lester Foote Helen Dill Mary Deen Minta Todd Una Rogers Martha Willis and Sophia Fluck as averages top the intermediate examination. Nearby mentions note Miss Carrie Collins and Elsie visiting Baltimore relatives last week while Earl Todd returns to Philadelphia from local visits. P R Lane and F L Todd spent part of last week in Baltimore and Maud Henry returns from a two week Baltimore trip. Olin Todd also returned from Philadelphia.
Felendshin and family guests of the Towers this Sunday. Hildred Smith returns from Philadelphia and Atlantic City. Culver woman visiting her mother in Laurel Delaware. Lucas Kelley seeks work in Philadelphia. Anna Ischar transfers to Baltimore for a job. John E. Willing and Violetta Emons announce their Grove wedding set for March 3 at Grove M P Church. Grove Circuit fourth quarterly conference on February 21 at 3 15 pm in Chop Tank Church with President Sheridan presiding.
Mr and Mrs Wm Parker and Mr and Mrs S M Lyden with Miss Helen Lyden and Miss Bertha Bullock were guests of Delaware friends last Sunday Rev L B Morgan addressed a school patrons meeting on Friday afternoon Miss Effie Alford has been visiting Seaford friends
Mr and Mrs B T Seeders returned from Rome New York where Mr Seeders consulted a specialist They were guests of Mr and Mrs J H Merriken on Saturday night Mr T F Chaffinch whose health is very poor was somewhat improved this
Mr. J. R. Hughes fell from a barn loft Monday evening and sustained severe injuries. A new merchant will soon occupy the store-room vacated by Mr. Cline. Great saving in men's and boys' suits and overcoats at J. L. Everngam's.
Necrological notes report the deaths of Mrs Annie Bell Lindale wife of Rev J M Lindale at Bethel near Erikton aged 52 after illness and an operation in Philadelphia. Surviving are husband three daughters and many siblings with funeral at their home and interment in Camden Del. Also noted are the deaths of Mrs Isabelle Scott wife of Benjamin Scott aged 58 at Georgetown with seven children, Mrs Mary Comegys wife of Dr Nathaniel Comegys in Millington, and Dr Joshua T Twilley retired dentist in Chestertown. Also Hezekiah Harrington former State Senator died in Harrington from multiple diseases. Funeral details given for Scott and Lindale with ministers named.
The Location Committee met February 2 at Rev G S Raieigh s home and decided to purchase two by 192 feet lots on Seventh Street from Raieigh and McDaniel. The main building will be 51 by 32 with a 28 by 28 wing and movable partitions to create rooms for Sunday School and a 400 seat auditorium. Maryland Annual Conference of the M P Church meets April 1 in Baltimore. Rev W A Melvin prepares for the occasion. Dover s People s Church chorus invited to Philadelphia Easter festival. Georgetown M E Church revival reports 42 conversions. Cordova M E Church Ladies host ghost social.
A historic suffrage amendment failed last year yet white voters largely supported it and new efforts may seek to curb the colored vote. Suggested registration qualifications include ancestry from Europe or the British Isles, or regions between specified parallels and meridians, plus a third criterion based on pre‑16th century civilization and written language. Also notes thanks from Mr. William H. Irwin for sympathy, and a sales promotion for J. L. Everngam shoes this sale week.
An 1856 Journal account details a Democratic mass meeting near Greensboro with enthusiasm for Buchanan and Breckenridge. Alex P. Sorden presided, speakers included Janes L. Martin W A Spencer and H H Goldsborough, and a parade ended with three cheers for the ticket. The article notes modern Democrats echo these past practices in county seat rallies.
The State Board of Forestry highlights work by the State Forester with woodland owners to improve forest management. A timber census nearing three quarters completion maps area, stand and timber value by county, with county reports issued. Forest wards cut annual fire losses by at least fifty thousand dollars. ward services cost counties three hundred sixty seven dollars last year. The state owns three reserves in Garrett and one in Baltimore to demonstrate forestry, protect watersheds, and serve as game preserves.
A clustered set of notes covers the canned goods trade highlighting steady growth despite low prices, past conflicts between tomato growers and packers, and current harmony that boosts county wealth. Short items report local happenings, preaching, social events, and visits, including Armour Packing planning a local plant, travel and social visits, and a house electrification project.
Hillsborough notes report the funeral of Thomas Mitchell of Queen Anne, died at home on the 16th, with service at Hillsboro M E Church and interment at Greensboro. Mitchell was a Greensboro livestock dealer who settled in Queen Anne seven years ago. Surviving children include Turpin Mitchell and J Harry Mitchell, with others in Denton and Greensboro. A Valentine social at Cannon home near Ruthsburg drew about a hundred attendees with music, readings, and a playful vaseline post office. Several local residents and visitors are mentioned, with illnesses and social calls noted among Queen Anne residents and nearby areas.
Miss Effa Heather received a piano from her father and a crate of Florida strawberries from her sister and brother in law for her birthday this week. Embroidery Club members will be entertained at Miss Maude Hummer's home this evening. Mr and Mrs W Heather hosted Mr and Mrs H S Dailey and Mrs N Jacobs at dinner Tuesday. Mrs Harry Dailey and Mrs N Jacobs spent Thursday with relatives near Kenton. Mr and Mrs H S Dailey entertained a few friends at 500 Monday evening. Miss Mary Gray spent the weekend with relatives in Greenwood. Mr Legg returned home Monday after a pleasant trip west. Mrs Charles Jump visited her son in Cheswold this week. Miss Cora M Pippin spent the weekend at home.
Seaford News praises Governor Grothers of Maryland as a reliable Democratic leader. It argues the legislature should rely on his guidance to keep the party on a steady course and avoid missteps.
Senator Miller of Washington county introduces a bill to inspect imported nursery stock and fund public spraying demonstrations to combat brown tail moth and other pests. An $8 annual appropriation for two years would be overseen by Maryland Agricultural College trustees. The measure emphasizes protecting Western Maryland fruit growing, noting the shift from barren land to lucrative orchards and higher taxable value.
The Baltimore Sun reports committees are studying bills to redeem pledges and require a mandatory primary for all nominations. Open fighting surrounds the issues while opposition supposedly stays in the shadows. A major clash is seen over Baltimore City representation in the Legislature with bills proposing 6 Senators and 52 House members.
In the Orphans' Court on Tuesday Judges Clark Liden and Fleetwood presided. Elmer W Deen trustee for the sale of John Mines real estate presented reports and ratification nisi granted. Deen also trustee for Solomon Driggins real estate presented reports and ratification wasi granted. Mahala Noble named guardian for Houston Noble. Land filed and approved. Robert Jarrell Sr administrator of William Brimmel presented rents and first and final accounts approved. Samuel G Nuttle executor of Julia Wright presented list of operate debts and first and final accounts approved. Other local matter on first page.
The article explains the Golden Rule as the core for temperance teaching, urging adherence to love for fellow humans. It cites Luke 6 31 Leviticus 19 18 and Matthew 7 12, urges memory of verses, warns against hypocritical judgment, and notes how God’s guidance shapes fair conduct, prayer, and charity. It references Emperor Severus praising the rule.
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