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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Feb 24, 1917
Page
4
Advertisers list horses and mules for sale, farm releases, and mill property auctions in Denton and West Denton. Local churches schedule conferences and sermons while Parker's Theatre and The Foolish Virgins promote upcoming showings. A chicken theft incident, two lawyers form partnership, and various real estate and cannery movements fill the page.
Mrs Edward Longs daughter Minnie Ruth married James Conaway of Cambridge in a stylish Denton ceremony. Maid of honor Lula Holland wore gold satin, best man Henry Travers. Rev Helsby officiated, cedar and holly arch decor. A reception followed before the couple's southern train trip to Cambridge. Also at Brick Hotel a Washington Birthday banquet for Caroline Council No 175 Jr O U A M, with flags, music, and addresses. Carrie Belle Hamilton wed John H Steinman at home of Statums in Tuckahoe Neck. The Cambridge Record reports Ruth Randall wed to RR Earl Greenlee in Baltimore. Elizabeth Redden returned to Wilmington after visit. G Y Wilson of Henderson welcomed a son Geo Herbert Wilson Jr on February 22. Mrs L M Caton and daughter visiting from Bridgeport. Dr Thomas H Lewis from Westminster visited Caroline. Rita Kemp spent weekend with Greenwood friends.
Ir Master Ir Daffin of Williston risks his life rescuing Roland Seeders from the icy Williston pond after he broke through. A young hero, aided by another boy and a rope tied to a sled, pulled Seeders to safety. George Butler accompanied them and also deserves honorable mention.
Federalsburg Greensboro and Ridgely will receive major street upgrades funded by state and local sources. Governor Harrington and State Roads Commission Chairman Zouck met in Federalsburg to review the projects, with Greensboro and Federalsburg surfacing tying into the statewide highway system.
Mr and Mrs E C Wright thank friends who assisted during their bereavement at the death of their infant son d ward C Wright.
The Epworth League held a well attended business meeting at Mrs. James Morgan's home on Wednesday. Several residents visited relatives and friends in Philadelphia and nearby towns. Annie Fisher and Lillie Melvin left for Philadelphia for positions, while Milford Passwaters recovers from a broken collar bone. Various locals, including Mrs. Margaret Breeding and Mrs. Albert Stokes, report visits, sickness, and weekend gatherings with Hickman friends.
Wednesday evening February 14 guests gathered to celebrate Mr Nichols. Attendees included Mr and Mrs Oscar Nichols and many relatives such as Miss Kathryn Stafford and Miss Sallie, with ice cream and cake served late. The Ladies Aid plans a meeting at Mrs Andrew’s home on March 1.
Hobbs H Merrken once of Cleveland now runs a large Tulsa grocery. Mr and Mrs Luther Jopp of Aberdeen visited the Merriken parents. Annie G Adams left for Baltimore to study military affairs for future South duties. J H Merriken suffered rheumatism last week. Disorderly department blamed on too much booze. M Merriken and Preston guests this week. G L Jopp and son Luther drove to Crisfield. Mrs J R Chaffinch traveled to Baltimore last week.
A Federalsburg meeting with Governor Hartington and the State Roads Commission resulted in an approved plan to widen the principal thoroughfare. The state will build fourteen feet of the street with the town supplying the remaining work. Engineer Waldorf will conduct surveys soon as Dorchester and Caroline leaders hosted a dinner for visiting officials.
Smuthville residents listed guests at a Friday evening gathering hosted by Mr. and Mrs. C. H. Parker near Bridgeville. A separate note records Mr. and Mrs. L. N. Todd and their son Norris visiting the Walstons. Local farmers report busy week filling ice houses while Mrs. C. M. Williamson remains on the sick list.
Hillsboro residents report a surprise Wednesday evening party for Mr. and Mrs. H. M. Thompson in celebration of their 23rd wedding anniversary. Included in distant travels this week are G. L. Wilson and son Lawrence visiting Baltimore, and John Lundy of Philadelphia spending time with family. Mrs. A. D. Branford spent several days in Hobbs while Mrs. J. T. Sparklin visited friends in Wilmington. Miss Helen Mason spent the weekend in Easton.
The Poe Literary Club met in the High School auditorium with songs, a piano duet, readings, Hawthorne life sketch, and a victrola program. The Treble Clef Club’s Wednesday show impressed, especially Jessie Ray Taylor. Numerous social visits followed including weddings, hospital stays, and travels to Philadelphia and Carlisle. Revival and lyceum plans, church activities, and a 20 percent wage raise for Dhy Swing & Company basket makers were noted along with a improving Mrs. J Olan Clark and other social updates. The concrete road project was deemed a certainty.
In Edinburgh the farming area reports a labor shortage with rumors of a young man hired by four farmers. Roads are nearly impassable, delaying mail delivery as the carrier cannot use an automobile. A motor boat is proposed as a solution. Mrs Daniel Hetl visited sister Mrs John Shults on Wednesday. Mr Bailey E Milson spent Sunday at Ingleside.
Templeville notes Mrs. Dudley Moore of near Mullington visited his parents Mr. and Mrs. Jos Moore over Sunday Mrs. William Sparks stayed with her daughter Mrs. J Van Sant in Clayton Delaware Miss Florence Faulkner spent the weekend with aunt Mrs J Pratt Wyoming Delaware Mr Frederick Luniog returned from a visit to relatives in New York City
Mr W R Keel and daughter Theresa spent the latter part of last week in Seaford. Mr Elton Johnson has been quite sick for some time and is slowly improving. Mr Fred Ford, who has been working in Chester, has returned home. Our teacher Miss Graham was on the sick list at the start of the week.
Orphans Court proceedings with Judges Liden Moore and Covey present. Grants of letters of administration approved for multiple estates including Joseph F Roop and Barbara Stutzman. Notices to creditors ordered, bonds filed, appraisers appointed, inventories and appraisements filed, and orders for public sales issued. Trustee appointed for Samuel C Brown real estate sale. Various executors and administratrices reported balances and releases.
An all day program is set at Zion M P Church on Sunday March 4 beginning with Sunday School at 930 and gospel services at 1030 2 pm children service 3 pm preaching and 730 pm service Rev Mr Cummins recently completed meetings at Williamsburg Church where 50 conversions occurred Miss Bertha Cohee improves after an operation at Cambridge Hospital and several local families visit or host relatives The quarterly conference meets at Grove Church next Saturday afternoon and more obituaries note the passing of longtime residents including Jonathan Towers Mollie Lane James Clark and others with funeral rites held in Denton Centreville and nearby cemeteries
Mrs John L Faulkner celebrated her seventy seventh birthday at a Tuesday dinner attended by James Hutchins Hartley S C Faulkner Templeville John W Faulkner and daughter Gladys Ingleside and John McGinnis Also present were Ola Faulkner Easton Pa visiting her parents Will J Faulkner Edgar R Tingle and Harleigh Faulkner are visiting Wilmington John L Faulkner visited Mrs Joseph Gell last Friday Frank Cupper family moved back to Johnstown Pa.
Henderson and Hazel family from Ken ton visited Mr and Mrs A B Gooden near town on Sunday. Mr Wallace Jones, formerly in Delaware Hospital Wilmington, shows great improvement. Mrs Ed Thomas of Wilmington spent part of the week with her parents Mr and Mrs John Pritchett. Bryan Walls of Wilmington visits his sister Mrs Harry Seney. W N Pippin visited his parents R E and Mrs E Pippin this week. W E Bright of Stockley spent part of the week with relatives here. J Leste Statten of Hartley visited here over Sunday.
Windy Hill residents Mr and Mrs Ollie Corkran visit friends in Dorchester this week. Mr Reginald Davis of Baltimore has been home for a few days. Mrs Sallie Jester has been quite sick at her home. No boats here yet but he is rapidly going away. Subscribe for the Journal and get all the county news.
Mr A C Drew of the Hot Point Electric Heating Company arrived this week to organize electric cooking demonstrations. Starting next Saturday the events will be held at the Main Street store-room beside the electric light office with an expert in charge. Housekeepers from town and nearby areas are invited. Drew notes growing interest in the electric range.
Poultry specialists urge farmers to plan fall and winter egg settings now with regionally phased timelines from February to April to ensure chicks hatch before cold weather. They advise nest setup, broody management, and incubation details including temperature, turning, cooling, and lamp care for successful hatching and early spring fryers.
Maxwell Agency announces Charles A Davison will sell Maxwell lighter autos this season. The Maxwell line, built like the model that set a 22 000 mile non stop record, promises dependability and economy. H S Jones from Detroit visited Denton and a car load arrived last Wednesday for exhibition.
The Caroline Tomato Growers Association directors announce a mass meeting on Tuesday February 27 at 2 p m at the Court House. Attendance by every member and all local growers is urged. Directors will report on recent efforts and future plans. Come. W W Newcomer Secretary.
A young peoples meeting at the church last Sunday elected President Miss Elva Griffith Vice president Mr Claude Monard secretary Mr Sidney Collins treasurer Mr Norman Smith and organist Miss Evelyn Ritter. Evening services continue each Sunday at 730 with topics on church life and local mission work. Miss Hare Towers recovered from diphtheria and a gypsy camp is reported near Jones Corner woods.
A long roster of students from multiple schools credited with honorable mention. Names include Marydel Virginia Smith, Francis Pritchett, Elizabeth Hall, Martha Sowa da, Marian Reed, and many others across Denton, Williamson, Willoughby, Preston, Nichols, Hillsboro, Saulsbury, Ridgely, and Chestnut Grove.
The Farmers Institute led by Dr Richard S Hill at the State College drew farmers and wives. Gilbert Porter of Cambridge spoke on tomato growing and S S Buckley of College Park on livestock development and anti hog cholera serum. Frank Blackford of Ohio discussed crop rotation and drainage for soil fertility. Senator Oscar Collier of Talbot County spoke on limes and legumes and D G Harry of Harford dairying. C S Opperman of RidgeLy spoke on poultry breeds profits and care. Misses Pritchett and Kellar demonstrated home economics.
United States Marine Corps statistics show 1 932 Smiths among recent enlistments with 181 Franks and 165 Johns among the given names while 322 Murphys lead Irish descent and 122 Hebrews stand prominent. The Marine reporter links the name Frank Smith to the popular sobriquet for American sailors.
The State Conservation Commission will run only one fish hatchery this year. The plant at Tuckahoe in Caroline county is to be brought under the commission in a few days, while the other five hatcheries operated by the state will be closed.
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