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Newspaper

Denton Journal

Location

Denton, Maryland, United States of America

Date

Jan 11, 1913

Page

5

County News Highlights From All Parts Collected

Items of news from all parts of the county are summarized under this heading. Read of local events, happenings, and brief notices gathered from community pages.

Local notices and ads mix in Denton area happenings

A broad sweep of notices lists prices for eggs, farm sales in Hillsboro and Denton, new office openings, legal ads, revival and church events, a steamer shipment note, property sales and foreclosures, and obituaries. It shows a bustling community calendar with auctions, meetings, and local business moves.

Personal and Social News Highlights from Denton Area

Mrs. Carroll announces the marriage of Mary Edna Carroll to John Oscar Flynn of La Salle Michigan. The couple will live in Philadelphia until March before moving to Texas. Other items note social events, engagements, and visits across Kent and New Castle counties including families Beauchamp, Trice, and Williams with multiple weddings planned for early 1913.

Death of Mrs. Jennie Marker in Smyrna Del

Mrs Jennie Jordan Marker wife of F A Marker Sr died at her Smyrna Delaware home last Sunday afternoon in her 74th year. Eight children cared for her husband during illness and she leaves four sons and four daughters including Florence Marker Smyrna and Jennie Lord Denton. Interment followed at Odd Fellows Cemetery Smyrna with pallbearers her four sons and two sons-in-law.

Marker Jennie Jordan Marker F. A. Marker, Sr Smyrna Del Mr. Jones M. P. Church Matthews M. E. Church Clayton Odd Fellows Cemetery Joseph J Fred A Walter L Clarence E. Marker Florence A. Marker R. H. Barnes Queen Anne Jennie Lord Denton C.B. Brown Wilmington

Commissioner cites 1912 tags in county enforcement

Commissioner of Motor Vehicles Roe informs Sheriff A. E. Cooper that automobilists in the county still use 1912 metal tags. He requests action to ensure compliance with the law, noting no desire to create dis agreeable relations while enforcing requirements.

Commissioner of Motor Vehicles Roe A. E. Cooper Denton

Miss Eva Pritchett and Pearl Visit River Side Note

Miss Eva Pritchett and her sister Miss Pearl went to River side New Jersey to visit her home. Mrs. E H Maloy has been staying with Wilmington friends for a period.

Eva Pritchett Miss Pearl Riverside, N. J E. H. Maloy Wilmington

Hobbs store lights switch to Packard system

J R Chaffinch replaces kerosene lamps with New Packard Central Generation Lighting to move away from coal oils. Hobbs Manufacturing sustains damage from wind cyclones. Several residents, including Miss Hettie Jopp and Miss M E Nuttle, are mentioned with travels and movements. Ames Sunday School reorganized. Oak school inside work completed for student comfort. Parson Bailey and Mrs Ada M Atwell noted among local events with community attendance and a quiet wedding between Melvin Pepper and Louise Faulkner.

Hobbs J. R. Chaffinch Packard Central Generation Hettie Jopp Brooklyn N. Y Williamburg New York Hobbs Manufacturing Company M. E. Nuttle Madison N. J Sloan Truscott Honesdale Philadelphia Atlanta Melvin Pepper Louise Faulkner Tuckahoe Neck Parson Bailey Manning Merriken Ames Oak's Parson Baily Ada M. Atwell Baltimore Charles H. Benton Miriam Todd Andersontown Conference Academy Dover J. E. Towers Harry Carle Cheltenham

Templeville Changes In Residence And Local Happenings

In Templeville Mr H C Powell was succeeded by J P Warren from near Denton and Jean Everett by John Davis. A watch meeting was held at the church as 1912 closed quietly and 93 arrived with church bells horns and shotguns. Several residents were entertained by neighbors and relatives, with visits between families in Marydel Wilmington and Edgemore. Remains of Mrs E R Burris were taken to New Jersey for interment. Revival services were well attended at Marydel Sunday evening.

Templeville H. C. Powell J. P. Warren Denton Jean Everett John Davis Starkey Will Moore Vill Moore Battis Edna Cahall Florence Faulkner Myrtle Heather Helen Heather Christfield and Tyson John Robinson Emma Geo. Davis Edgemore James Lane S.C. Faulkner Florence Effie Heather Marydel A. F. Heather Margaret Smith Wilmington J. R. Smith S. Pearle Cooper Emma McKnett Philadelphia Irwin Moore Earl Faulkner George Ross, Jr

Yeakle's party honors Miss Ida Lake and local news

A New Year party hosted by Mr and Mrs Samuel Yeakle for Miss Ida Lake was a grand success with guests returning home in the early hours. A Jan 3 gale damaged a farm stable at Ernest Baker’s, scattering fodder across the area.

Trinity Samuel Yeakle Ida Lake Ernest Baker Lois and Margie Banning Florence Carey Gertrude Willin Yeakle Denton Dailious Federalsburg J. W. White Wagner

Local Social Notes and Farm Updates in Edinburgh

Edinburgh notes say Mrs. Joseph Gsell and family and Miss Ella Shockley visited Mr. and Mrs. Charles Poore near Kenton. Mr. John Janson plans a new barn at his farm. School attendance has risen since holidays. Mr. Conrad Faulkner is ill. Wheat at 1 dollar, corn at 54 cents.

Edinburgh Joseph Gsell Ella Shockley Charles Poore Kenton John Janson Conrad Faulkner

Gibson-Cooper Nuptials and Notable Local Moves

Miss Edith Cooper wed Thomas F. E. Gibson in a Piper's M. E. Church South ceremony. Guests traveled from Pres ton and Choptank as organist Zora Joslin led the music. Many friends attended and gifts were exchanged. Following the wedding, multiple residents moved to new farms and homes around Bridgetown and nearby towns, including Mr. Henry Marvel, Mr. Robt. Clark, and Miss Lydia Hellen, among others.

Burrsville Social Roundup and Oyster Supper

Burrsville notes show visitors including Mrs John W Starkey and her daughter staying with son Fleming Starkey. Miss Jessie Starkey to remain two weeks. Porters Hall hosts Red Hawk Tribe oyster supper this Saturday evening. Local residents Edith Beaven Agnes Reese Lyman Porter continue updates. several families entertained at homes. Mrs John Stokes ill. Mrs Gilbert Breeding convalescing.

Burrsville John W. Starkey Fleming Starkey Jessie Starkey John W. Stephens Howard Hardesty Bridgeville Lyman Porter Porter's Hall Liddie Hardesty William Brownsville Del University of Maryland, Baltimore John Stokes Gilbert Breeding

Crokinole Party Honoring Miss Elizabeth Hofmann In Foster Center

Chestnut Grove hosted a crokinole party last Friday honoring Miss Elizabeth Hofmann of Foster Center R L. Attendees included Misses Carrie and Mattie Trice Hessie Fountain Minerva Wilson Elizabeth Hofmann Ethel Culver and Messrs. Lacey Griffith Arthur Rosser Orion Parker Ralph Todd Paul Rosser Ralph Hunt Lewis Trice Paul Pringle. All reported a very enjoyable evening. Also noted are visits by Mrs Ellen E Edwards and granddaughter Elizabeth Hofmann of Foster Center to Mr and Mrs Chas Culver. plus Mr and Mrs Chas Culver and family and Rev and Mrs George S Thomas and children as guests of W R Fountain. Further noted is Mrs Minnie McMahon and daughter from Philadelphia visiting G F Smith. Mr and Mrs Dennis Nichols spent Tuesday with friends at Denton.

W. J. Blackiston John Sevar Knotts Hillsboro Harvey L. Cooper Denton H. A. G. Westerfield Otis Towers Crouse Whitby & Son Gilbert Hagadone Telephone Exchange T. Alan Goldsborough T. Clayton Harsey Edenton W. Pepper Constable Baltimore and Elkton Journal Today F. R. Owens C. W. Hobbs T. A. Emerson Rev. E. D. Stone Washington A. N. Ward M. P. Church Mary Fisher M. B. Stephens Pearl Gatherers Society Wesley M. E. Church Ivah Murphy Burrsville S. G. Nuttle Mason Building Methodist Protestant Church Thos. O. Crouse D. D Baltimore B. Frank Rickards Tuckahoe Neck Paris M. F. Goron J. H. Nichols & Co Elmer Euvert State of Washington James Climer Climer Thawley’s Harry Clark Wallace Clark William Swann Philip Downes Maggie Cade Clifton Hicks N. J. Cade Thomas W. Jones Jones Adkins Hopper Thomas Elizabeth Carter Edward C. Carter Maryland University Hospital Holy Trinity Church Greensboro J. Gibson Gantt Sarah E. Moffett Daniel A. Moffett North Gilmor Street Moffett Josiah Jump Melvin Downes West Charles P. Jump Loudon Park Cemetery Joseph H. Carroll Mary Edna Carroll John Oscar Flynn la Salle Mich M. I. Parsonage Broadstreet Erie Avenue Philadelphia E. L. Front Flynn Texas Union Construction Co William M. Liden Bessie R. Scott Hickman Linwood R. Beauchamp Shields & Bro Letha M. Anderson Kent New Castle Counties W. B. Chalfont Mamie Elmer Biard Blades Preston Barnhart C. Irene Barnhart Leon M. Caton Mr. Muncey St. Bartholomew's Church Nirv F. B. Russell Wm. Bullock Anna May Andrew Dill Eber Ritchey Ridgely Harvey Lord Roland Concord Wim. Bullock Eter Ritchey Ethel Lorin Saulsbury Spring City Cleveland Satterfield Samuel Chambers George Hackley Batavia N. Y Hill Mercer Whitecraft Somerset Ethel P. Cade Federalsburg Charles E. Todd Chestnut Grove Ethel Culvey Elizabeth Hofmann Foster Center R. L Carrie and Mattie Trice Hessie Fountain Minerva Wilson Ethel Culver Lacey Griffith Arthur Rosser Orion Parker Ralph Todd Paul Rosser Ralph Hunt Lewis Trice Paul Pringle G. F. Smith Dennis Nichols Eddy Boy Scout Movement Nora Lillian Harrison Helen Myrtle Simons Pauline McQuay Roll Weaver Odella Andrews Swarthmore Mr. Sinfield Methodist Church Wilmington Jierbert Sprague Laura Sigler Ella Swann Poor Ella [Mler Saulsbury Owen Lane Grace Austin Easton Hospital Charley Cole Downes Farm HE. M. Smith The Reformed Church Madara Dunkards Iris Smith Oakland Miriam Clark Alex. Butler Lynch Farm Eli Smith Irwin Saulsbury Miss Hope Frank Stevenson Fred Thounders, Jr Mrs. Herr Ernest Smith John McCloud

Naumkeag Tribe Celebrates 21st Anniversary Banquet

Federalsburg Naumkeag Tribe No 102 held its twenty first anniversary with a large banquet at Breeding s Opera House drawing 300 members and guests from Maryland and Delaware. Dr Geo F Galloway served as toastmaster with addresses by Red Men leaders. A four charter member table featured Postmaster Thomas C Jefferson and others while William Christopher wed Flora Henry at a private home ceremony conducted by Rev Thomas S Holt.

Caroline County Breeding Opera House Maryland Delaware Geo. F. Galloway Federalsburg Thomas C. Jefferson John Smith John W. Carroll J. Walter Noble J. Earle Brown Naumkeag Tribe William Christopher Flora Henry Williamsburg Thomass. Holt

Episcopal rectory entertainments studied in Hillsboro

Dr and Mrs Dickinson hosted the first annual Episcopal rectory entertainment on Tuesday January 7 inviting many parishioners for a bountiful multi course meal. The rector and wife plan a series of suppers for congregation members between now and Lent. guests included John Wilson Laura Melvin Clarke Greenly Lenora Greenly Beaven family.

Dickinson Episcopal John Wilson Philadelphia Laura Melvin Denton Clarke Greenly Lenora Baltimore H. Lay Beaven H. W. B. Rowe George J. Stewart W. L. Thompson Chas. Stewart Lulu Beaven

Fuchs and GadowBride at German Lutheran Church

Preston reports the marriage of John Adam Fuchs and Lena Gadow at the German Lutheran Church with Rev. Jacob Koerber officiating. A reception followed at the bride’s parents home. The couple will reside in Poplar Neck on a new dwelling on Poplar Grove farm. Also noted are health trip for Howard Andrews to North Carolina and visits by Beauchamp and Collins, with Dorgan visiting Baltimore.

John Adam Fuchs Lena Gadow August Gadow German Lutheran Church Jacob Koerber Fuchs Poplar Neck Poplar Grove Farm Charles E. Andrews Choptank Howard Asheville

Bethlehem Movers List Residents Changing Homes

A local Bethlehem list details residents moving this year. D. Lewis relocates to Federalsburg, J. B. Wheedleton follows, William Tarvey moves into Wheedleton’s former house, G. H. Williamson shifts with Lawrence Legates, W. E. Todd moves after Williamson, Charles Carmine moves to Rowland Carroll’s vacated farm, Carroll heads to Wilmington, Frank Collins to Hog Island farm, George Harrington to the Barrow property near Hog Island, and Willard Donaho moves to Bethlehem after Harrington.

D. Lewis Federalsburg J. B. Wheedleton William Tarvey Wheedleton G. H. Williamson Lawrence Legates W. E. Todd, Sr Mr. Williamson Charles Carmine Rowland Carroll Wilmington Frank Collins Hog Island George Harrington Barrow

Barn Fire Destroys Lacey Collins Barn in Concord

A Concord barn owned by Mr. Lacey Collins burned around noon Monday. A young boy likely started the blaze by playing with matches near straw, though origin remains unclear. The loss totaled several hundred dollars.

Concord Lacey Collins

Eddy speaks at school and home association meeting

Commissioner Eddy missed the first meeting but spoke on the Boy Scout movement when present on Wednesday. Several men volunteered for the Council and music by a quartet entertained attendees.

Birthday Party for Mr Gilbert Hignutt Draws Guests

A Monday evening gathering celebrated Gilbert Hignutt's 21st birthday with Misses Mary Meredith Ruth Meredith Elsie Roe Esta Roe Edna Hobbs Lelia Lucas Rosa Allen Gladys Wright Rue Delord and Messrs. T L Chaffinch I G Stevens Jr Willie Meloney Sherman Hignutt Robert Redden and Louis Cole in attendance. Other notes cover a Denton horse runaway injuring James Boyce and Dr Marine of Ohio delaying sail plans, plus local visits and minor weather damage to Cane Tuck roof and various social calls by residents and guests.

Gilbert Hignutt Mary Ruth Meredith Elsie and Esta Roe Edna Hobbs Lelia Lucas Rosa Allen Gladys Wright Rue Delord Messrs T. L. Chaffinch I. G. Stevens, Jr Willie Meloney Sherman Hignutt Robert Redden Louis Cole Collins Denton James Boyce Todd's Mill Boyce Dr. Marine University of Ohio New York Germany Switzerland O. M. Hignutt John Stevens Grandaughter Helen Hickman M. J. Hignutt Leonard Wilmore

Houston's Branch Farmhouse Shifts People In 1900s Move

A local report notes multiple farm relocations. O T Nichols moves to Oak Grove. Harry Reed from Denton to Bowman farm left by Mrs. Nichols. Salmons moves to Smithville. Handy White from Smithville to the newly bought Orrell farm. Edward Thomas of Smithville occupies W T George's farm house. Mrs Alfred Cahall and son Hartman return home after time in Monumental City.

Houston’s O. T. Nichols Oak Grove Harry Reed Denton Bowman Farm Nichols Salmons Smithville Handy White Orrell Edward Thomas W.T. George Alfred Cahall Hartman Monumental City

Friendship News From Lincoln Del Across Week

Miss Jennie Trice of Lincoln Delaware spent the week with her parents Mr and Mrs M S Trice. Leroy Merriken of the West was a week guest at Mr M S Trice. Mrs Susan Collins foot steadily improving. Mrs Sarah Murphy on the sick list with speedy recovery wished. Mr S S L Smith visiting Baltimore friends.

Jennie Trice Lincoln Del M. S. Trice Leroy Merriken West M.S. Trice Susan Collins Sarah Murphy

Local residents host visiting guests and move notices

Mr. Harry Richey was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Towers on Wednesday. Mr. and Mrs. Clayton Taylor have moved to their new home here. Mr. and Mrs. Orland Lane visited Easton friends last week. Mr. Edward Trice is spending some time in Baltimore.

Hl. Trice W. of, Towers Charles ‘Trice Fred ‘Trice Sarah Wilkins Edward Trice Isaac Dukes Brantley Trice J. S. Elwanger Lee Covey Charles Collins Natherine Floyd Lee Butler Mattie ‘Trice Nellie Butler Lem ‘Trice Roland Trice George W. ‘Towers, Jr Georgie H. BR. ‘Towers Baltimore Clarence Rice John Quillen Winnie Nichols Dridgeport N. J S.C. Fulton Clea Henry Louise Arringdale Harry Harmony Chaffinch Andrew L. Banks Charles Andrews Charles Baker Grove Rhoda Marine Bristol Robert Rice, Jr Sykesville Harry Richey J. R. Towers Clayton Taylor Orland Lane Easton

Sugar Beets Big Crop Report Promotes Local Sugar Production

USDA secretary Wilson issues a 73 page pamphlet on the beet sugar industry covering Bureau of Plant Industry work, national industry review, European role, beet variety improvement, Arkansas Valley farming practices, cultural methods, and sugar statistics. Americans consume 82 pounds of sugar yearly while only 16 pounds are produced domestically. the department urges farmers to keep money at home as the beet and cane industries total about 117 million dollars in value.

United States Department of Agriculture United States Wilson Bureau of Plant Industry Arkansas Valley Colorado Department of Agriculture

Removals Noted In Talbot Farms Transfers

Talbot County records show multiple farm removals. W O Swann moves to a farm near Choptank from Talbot Talbot residents W D Anthony and Eugene Dill relocate farms, with various tenants shifting to Denton, Norwood Pa, and Ruthsburg areas. Charles and Grover Porter exit Marc Bryant farm for Denton and Norwood destinations respectively.

W. O. Swann Talbot Greer Cooper Tuckahoe Neck Alex. Booth Choptank W. D. Anthony Geo. A. Deakyne Lord Denton Eugene Dill E. M. Garey

The Philadelphia Record Adds a Sunday Youth Magazine

Beginning Sunday January 12 1913 The Philadelphia Record will publish a new Sunday issue with an eight page magazine for boys and girls. It will include stories from St Nicholas Youth's Companion and the color covered section. No price increase keep at three cents. advance orders urged.

Philadelphia Record St. Nicholas Youth's Companion

Advertised Letters in Denton Post Office

Unclaimed letters for the week ending January 4th listed as advertised. Names include Miss Willie Boils Mr James H Trice Mr Price Cooper Mrs J P Harris Mr Harrington C Burroughs Mrs Elizabeth Hignatt Mr and Mrs John Coulbourn Mr Henry Stanford Mrs Rhoda Norris Miss Rena DeWilde Mrs Magpie Cloee Mr Charley Brooks Mrs Eliza Shorter Mr L C Smith Master Sidney Lankford Miss Blanche Cornell.

Denton Willie Boils James H. Trice Price Cooper J. P. Harris Harrington C. Burroughs Elizabeth Hignatt John Coulbourn Henry Stanford Rhoda Norris Rena DeWilde Magpie Cloee Charley Brooks

Smithville visits Wilmington with Dowdle kinship noted

Miss Roberta Dowdle is visiting friends and relatives in Wilmington, with the trip described as a personal visit to kin and local acquaintances. The brief item records travel or social ties involving Dowdle in the region.

Roberta Dowdle Wilmington Philadelphia

Orphans Court Records Pass Releases and Admin Actions

In the Orphans Court with Judges present releases from heirs of William T. Morgan were examined and ordered recorded. Administrators presented inventories, appraisements, and accounts for several deceased estates including Lake Nichols Joseph, John F. Stokes, George H. Collins, David L. Dixon, Eli Wroten, Frank H. Webb, Aaron Johns and Susan E. Lord. Appraisers appointed and notices to creditors ordered.

Orphans’ Court Clark, Rawlings Stevens Albert S. Handy William T. Morgan Hessie Hignutt Jennie Hickman Walter Slenry Morgan Roxie Dukes Amanda Williamson Harriet Morgan William T. Hignutt Lake Nichols James I. Stafford John F. Stafford Thomas E. Heather Henry Steele Samuel J. Bilbrough Samuel Bilbrough Nora Collins John F. Stokes Celia Nichols George H. Collins Harry Collison William H. Beck Edward C. Vincent David L. Dixon William H. Wroten George F. Noble Eli Wroten Frank H. Webb Edward E. Nuttle William H. Alburger Harvey H. Long William H. Johns Aaron Johns Susan E. Lord Isaac Hughes William R. Phillips John H. Phillips Julia Brummel Thomas J. Phillips

Delaware Legislature Organizes. Holcomb Elected Speaker

The Delaware House organized on Tuesday with Chauncey P. Holcomb winning the Speaker's post by a party line vote 21 to 14. The Senate later elected W. O. Stoops as Chief Clerk after a tie and a second ballot. The steamer Julia Luckenbach sank after a collision in the Chesapeake Bay, fourteenaLives were lost and several crew clung to rigging before perishing in the gale.

Delaware House Chauncey P. Holcomb Edward G. Bradford Holcomb Senate Lecates W. O. Stoops Blackstone Stoops Julia Luckenbach Port Tampa Baltimore Tangier Chesapeake Bay Gilbert Luckenbach

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